Pat Searcy is a nominee for induction into the GutterAlley Hall of Fame during the Fall 2013 season.
The infamous Pat Searcy was the most dominating bowler in that very first season in the Spring of 2000, going on to win the league's first championship title alongside teammate, and Hall of Famer, Angela Bradford. Throughout 16 seasons, Searcy went on to earn two additional titles – in the Spring 2002 and Spring 2006 seasons – as well as two stints as MVB and 13 weeks as the #1 Power Ranked Bowler. While under the influence, Searcy was a dominant force in 10th frame situations, earning him the Defensive Bowler of the Season award twice and being the runner-up four times. The Top 25 lists seem tailor made for someone of Searcy's stature. His name can be found on practically every single list that deals with high bowling scores, including: Bowlers with the Most 200+ Games, Bowlers with the Most 200+ Games in a Single Season, Most MVB Runner-ups, Most Prolific Bowlers, Most Games Won by a Bowler, Best Bowlers by Win Percentage, Bowlers Handing Out the Most Sweeps, and Best Bowlers of All Time – currently holding the #12 spot on that list. After suffering a mild heart attack, Searcy took some time off from bowling. He returned to the league to sub one night after having not bowled in over two years. Pat's single performance that evening earned him the distinction of being the Best Substitute Bowler of All Time as he lit up the lanes with a 662 series, averaging 220+ a game. In the Spring 2013 session, a special award was created to honor the bowler who made the league the most fun that season – the Pat Searcy Life of the Party Award. He joins Hall of Famers Carl Goetz (Defensive Bowler), Bob Brunker (Good Sportsmanship), and Scott Murdock (Get 'er Done) for having an end of the season award named after them. Here are a few comments about Pat from those that nominated him:
Pat is one of the most feared men to face in 10th frame high-pressure situations as his ability to strike out during those moments is legendary.Besides his litany of accomplishments on the lanes, Pat's larger than life personality off the lanes brought many laughs to those of us that were fortunate enough to be around him during those seasons when he would lace up his shoes (after ordering the beer) and gift us with his presence.He's a powerhouse, and his exuberant personality made him well known and loved.He can roll and drink a lot of beer. And I'm pretty sure I've seen him do it at the same time.One of the top bowlers each season he bowls and just a fun, funny, great all around dude to boot! Should be a shoe-in.
The GutterAlley Hall of Fame Screening Committee is proud to put Pat up for enshrinement.
