The midway point of the 27th season of GutterAlley action is now history and with it came some historical happenings. As a league we're still on pace to break the all-time 200+ games in a single season record, a mere five games separate the top six teams (all of which shifted in the standings Tuesday night), and the third highest series of all time was thrown. We can't say that this was a typical position round by any means. Ready to get into the details? Have at it...After suffering defeat at... (more...)

The seventh installment of "The 11th Frame" features some interesting nuggets from our Top 25s collection, covering the accolades (and disappointments) of our current and not so-current league rollers.As mentioned already in this week's write-up – the league standings have tightened up significantly in preparation for the position round, Dennis Blake was the week's MVB, and Carl Goetz tries to keep his team in contention with a #1 Power Ranked bowling performance. Wondering what else happened... (more...)

So, as we do each season around this time, Scoot and I got to thinking about how the standings could move around depending on the numerous outcomes from next Tuesday. So we sat down and came up with what is listed below.The highest each team could move next week after the position round, provided "perfect conditions" take place (and by "perfect conditions" we mean that your team sweeps and the teams above end their matchups in the most advantageous way to allow your team to move up in the standings):1.... (more...)

Everyone has now bowled one another once and, with that, the 27th season of GutterAlley action has found itself knotted up in the league standings in one of the closest first halves we've had in quite some time. Heading into the position round next week, a mere two games separate the top five teams in the league. That's pretty close, folks. Ready to see how it all played out? Keep reading...Having finally broken free and taken over 1st place outright last week, Will Strike if Provoked looked... (more...)

The sixth installment of "The 11th Frame" features some interesting nuggets from our Top 25s collection, covering the accolades (and disappointments) of our current and not so-current league rollers.As mentioned already in this week's write-up, birthday girl Freda was pushed up into 1st place outright thanks to her team while Neil Rieger went out on a high point, shooting a 277. Wondering what else happened that you probably didn't know about? Check this out:INDIVIDUALS: (more...)  Read More →

With the position round just right around the corner, Week #6 is usually a great time to make your move if you're looking to improve your station in the league standings. Several teams got the memo while others simply did not pay that close attention to it. Now that the post-bowling has been taken care of, we can get into the full story. With one of their own out for the night, Split It and Hit It recruited 1/4th of the reigning championship team from last season to fill in Tuesday night. John... (more...)

The fifth installment of "The 11th Frame" features some interesting nuggets from our Top 25s collection, covering the accolades (and disappointments) of our current and not so-current league rollers.As mentioned already in this week's write-up – Phil Schroeder and Ken M. Wilson both kept their respective teams knotted in a tie in first place the week before they finally meet up in regular season play. Wondering what else happened that you probably didn't know about? Check this out:INDIVIDUALS:... (more...)

With a huge snowstorm scheduled to hit Kansas City this week, the fire from the lanes of Week #5 GutterAlley action could easily melt it away. This season continues to be one of the best in the league's history as another twelve 200+ games were added to the overall tally, bringing our collective total up to 74 in the first five weeks (the all-time record is 183 rolled in the Spring 2007 session). Despite the big scores, only two teams managed to move in the league standings with everyone else pretty... (more...)

The fourth installment of "The 11th Frame" features some interesting nuggets from our Top 25s across current (and not so-current) league rollers.As mentioned already in this week's write-up – Cory Chorpenning was both the #1 Power Ranked Bowler and MVB in his best individual performance since returning to the league after a 3-year absence. Wondering what else happened that you probably didn't know about? Check this out:INDIVIDUALS: (more...)  Read More →

We're now a solid month into the league and the knot of four teams at the top of the league standings from last week has now been narrowed down to two. Aside from that, an incredible amount of 200+ games were thrown during Week #4 action that may be an all-time league record...and the Tournament of Champions officially got underway. Ready to hear how it all went down? Us, too.The first matchup of the night featured a tightly fought contest between Three Strikes and You're Out! and opponents Brunk... (more...)

The third installment of "The 11th Frame" features some interesting nuggets from our Top 25s across current (and not so-current) league rollers.As mentioned already in this week's write-up – Neil Rieger and Angela Bradford were the #1 Power Ranked Bowler and MVB, respectively, while four teams are all now sitting atop the league standings with records of 8-4. Wondering what else happened that you probably didn't know about? Check this out:INDIVIDUALS: (more...)  Read More →

With nine games under their collective belts, the top four teams in the 27th season of GutterAlley action have quickly found themselves knotted up with records of 8-4. Granted, the league is just truly getting underway, but it's pretty apparent that it'll be a fun ride leading up to the position round in Week #8. With only two exceptions, every single team moved into a new spot in the league standings. Buckle up, fans...it's on.The first matchup of the night featured Murder, He Wrote against Will... (more...)

The second installment of "The 11th Frame" features some established bowlers establishing themselves even moreso across the league's ever-growing collection of Top 25s. As you probably saw in this week's write-up, Andy McLeod and Murder, He Wrote basically owned the night...but there's something else he did as well. Wondering what else happened that you probably didn't know about? Check this out:INDIVIDUALS: (more...)  Read More →

On a cold, rainy January night, the second week of the Spring 2013 season made its way into the books. Easily the most volatile of any given season, the second week starts to see the beginning of averages settling somewhat – making teams that bowled really well last week vulnerable and giving teams that sandbagged a shot to move up. One team, however, has quickly established themselves as a force within the league and rocketed out to a 7-1 start. If they can maintain this momentum, look... (more...)

With the start of a new season, we here at GutterAlley.com decided to create a new feature on the site to showcase something we've never really done in the past – highlighting various milestones that bowlers in our league have accomplished throughout their individual careers as compared to the rest of the league throughout its long history. Sure, we've done a slew of Top 25s but we thought it would be cool to call these events out as they happen. So, with that, sit back and (hopefully) enjoy... (more...)

Last season was, without a doubt, the strongest season we've ever seen in league history. If the first week of this season is any indicator, the Spring 2013 season may give it a run for its money. Twelve different people shot a total of seventeen 200+ games to kick this season off while almost a third of the season debuted with averages of 180 or higher. Whew.Before we get started, GutterAlley wants to wish a special welcome to the newest recruit to the league – Kody Karnes, Stephan Miller,... (more...)

With the holiday season behind us and everyone back to the grind, it's time to make Tuesday nights fun again as the Spring 2013 season of GutterAlley action gets underway tonight.This season will feature three new recruits making their debut this season! A special welcome to rookies WIll Pracht, Kody Karnes, and Stephan Miller. Former sub Bryan Mohr has joined the league as a full-fledged member, bringing our total to four for those running for Rookie of the Season. Enjoy, gentlemen! START DATE:... (more...)

The 27th season of GutterAlley action will commence on Tuesday, January 22nd. Are you ready to throw down?Here's the official information, which most of you already know:Starts: January 22nd at 6:30pm (practice starting at 6:20)Ends: May 14th (total of 17 weeks)Cost: $14 per week, does NOT include the cost of rental shoes (full-time VMLers will tentatively pay only $8/week)Location: NKC Pro-BowlWe're still trying to round out the roster so if you know if anyone interested, please let us know. As... (more...)

The Fall 2012 season came to an official conclusion on Tuesday night, complete with prize disbursement and the announcement of the various season-ending awards.This season proved to be a big one for returning bowlers shooting their all time personal bests (obviously rookies had their highest games, series, and average ever in the league this season so we left them off):Highest game?Anita Osthoff, Aubrey Moren, Carl Goetz, David Codding, Dennis Blake, and Steve KiernanHighest series?Anita Osthoff,... (more...)

The Finals proved to be the closest one in quite some time as the eight teams lined up to face one another for the last time in the conclusion of the Fall 2012 season of GutterAlley action. One bowler entered The 700 Club, another bowler won his first Tournament of Champions, only two teams swapped places in the league standings, and four bowlers added another title under their belts. Ready for the recap? I know I am...Note: Voting for the Fall 2012 Season Favorites is now open. The ballot will... (more...)