ANNAPOLIS, MD -- The Fayetteville State bowling team delivered a dominant performance, rolling to an undefeated
12–0 weekend while stacking up high scores, award‑winning averages, and a long list of 200+ games. From start to finish, the Broncos controlled every match, showcasing depth, precision, and postseason‑ready intensity.
Across traditional play, FSU posted a combined 7,979 total pins, averaging 997.3 pins per match. Their Baker lineup stayed just as sharp, firing off four more victories behind a weekend Baker average of 204.55 and a 10‑game series that produced multiple 200+ Baker games.
The Broncos defeated ECSU, Bowie State, Virginia State, and Virginia Union on both days, improving their CIAA record to a flawless 36–0.
DAY 1 RECAP — Broncos Start Strong
Fayetteville State opened the weekend with a commanding 4–0 traditional record, fueled by consistent scoring and four bowlers surpassing the 200 mark.
200+ Games (Day 1)
Aiken led the charge with a 616 series (205.3 avg) through three games, while Sarko anchored the lineup with a powerful 793 series (198.3 avg). Reed's crisp 781 set (195.2 avg) gave FSU another reliable scoring block as the Broncos totaled 3,745 pins on opening day.
- FSU 1002 - Elizabeth City State 665
- FSU 940 - Bowie State 695
- FSU 959 - Virginia State 699
- FSU 844 - Virginia Union 600
DAY 2 RECAP — FSU Turns Up the Heat
If Day 1 was dominant, Day 2 was a statement. Fayetteville State erupted for 4,234 pins, posting multiple explosive series and eight additional wins.
200+ Games (Day 2)
- Janari Aiken: 236, 225, 203
- Hannah Cunningham: 200, 231
- Ericka Reed: 227, 228, 268, 268 (High Game of the Weekend)
- Paige Rockwell: 203, 238, 218
- Nicole Sarko: 210, 201, 236, 237
- Sila Tako: 235 (Baker)
- Team Baker Games: 204, 234, 244, 254, 245, 226, 219
Reed stole the show with a blistering 916 series (229 avg), including the weekend‑best 268 — a performance that earned her South Side High Game honors. Aiken followed with a 664 set (221.3 avg), pushing her weekend average to a team‑leading 213.3, earning her South Side High Average.
Cunningham claimed South Side Newcomer High Average recognition after posting a 187.3 weekend mark.
- FSU 1076 - Bowie State 567
- FSU 996 - Virginia State 697
- FSU 1005 - Virginia Union 683
- FSU 1157 - Elizabeth City State 672
BAKER DOMINATION
The Broncos' depth shined in Baker play, rolling a weekend‑high 254 and surpassing 200 in 10 different games. Their four Baker matches ended with scores of 1087, 996, 982, and 1026, completing a flawless 12–0 weekend.
- FSU 1087 - Elizabeth City State 669
- FSU 996 - Bowie State 776
- FSU 982 - Virginia State 651
- FSU 1026 - Virginia Union 663
AWARDS & HIGHLIGHTS
- South Side High Average: Janari Aiken — 213.3
- South Side High Game: Ericka Reed — 268
- South Side Newcomer High Average: Hannah Cunningham — 187.3
- Team 200+ Games: 21
- Baker 200+ Games: 10
- CIAA Conference Record: 36–0
Fayetteville State continues to build championship momentum, proving once again that depth, discipline, and dominance can carry a team through any lane conditions. The Broncos remain the team to beat as the CIAA season pushes forward.
The Broncos will host the next event, the CIAA N/S Divisional Event, in Fayetteville, NC at the B&B Bowling on Friday, March 13 - Sunday, March 15.
