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Wichita State alum Ryan Barnes went from casual bowler to one of the best in the country | Wichita State News

…bowler to one of the best in the country Paul Suellentrop 08/14/2024 01:08:52 AM Aug. 14, 2024 - Ryan Barnes appears on a path to be the next PBA Tour great and heir to a family bowling legacy the tour last experienced with Dick and Pete Weber. “(Ryan) has all the makings of a superstar,” PBA Tour Commissioner Tom Clark said. “He’s clearly obsessed with…

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Release91714

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 17, 2014 CONTACT: Gordon Vadakin Phone (316) 978-7655 Fax (316) 978-6056 email - shocker.bowling@wichita.edu www.wichita.edu/bowling Coaching Staff Fills Shocker Bowling Roster WICHITA, Kan. – – After a grueling three weeks of tryouts on some demanding conditions, the Wichita State Shocker Bowling Coaching Staff added three…

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Enjoy $2 Tuesdays in the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes

Visit the Shocker Sports Grill & Lanes from 4 to 9 p.m. every Tuesday for $2 Tuesday specials. Enjoy $2 bowling games (shoes included), $2 medium fountain drinks, $2 nachos and $2 pretzels. Bring your friends and make your Tuesday great. Bowling specials not valid for advance group reservations and bowling availability may vary due to group reservations or…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/09/enjoy-2-tuesdays-in-the-shocker-sports-grill-lanes/

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Camp Information

SHOCKER BOWLING CAMPS Nuts and Bolts Camp Boys and girls ages 10-25 Saturday (9 a.m. – 6 p.m.) and Sunday (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.), lodging not provided Lunch included on both days Both on-lane and classroom instruction with two of the best coaches in the world, Mark Lewis and Gordon Vadakin Coach to camper ratio is no more than 1:5 Topics covered include physical …

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Student-athletes grow into leadership roles as Shocker bowlers | Wichita State News

…to join a long line of Shockers guiding the next generation. “Leadership is always about, ‘How can I help the next guy up, as well as teach them the ways of Shocker bowling,’” Bonta said. “You become more of an asset to a team. Hopefully, for the guys who are here, I’ve created a path for them that can make them successful [so] they’re on the right…

https://www.wichita.edu/about/wsunews/news/2025/04-april/menbowling_7.php

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Athletic Summer Camps

Baseball View Baseball camps Basketball Shocker Basketball camps Bowling View Bowling camps Cheer Shocker Middle and High School Cheer camps Shocker Elementary Cheer camps Esports July 20-24 • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students ages 13-18 will embark on a transformative journey guided by seasoned esports professionals and coaches who will provide expert training and …

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Release71714

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2014 CONTACT: Gordon Vadakin Phone (316) 978-7655 Fax (316) 978-6056 email - shocker.bowling@wichita.edu www.wichita.edu/bowling Wichita State Bowling Full Time Staff Increases by One: Shocker Alum Holly Harris Hired as Marketing, Development and Operations Coordinator WICHITA, Kan. –– Positive changes, constant improvement and…

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Alumni Update Form

Shocker Bowling Alumni Update Form ALL INFORMATION WILL REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL Shocker_Bowling_Alumni_Update_Form

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International Student Athletes FAQ

International Student Athletes Frequently Asked Questions Q: Are international students welcomed at Wichita State University and on the bowling team? Q: Can I just come to Wichita State to train in the sport of bowling and not be a college student? Q: What procedure should I follow in order ro apply to Wichita State as an International Students? Q: When do I…

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Wichita State Bowling

Wichita State Bowling FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2011 Contact: Gordon Vadakin Phone (316) 978-7655 Fax (316) 978-6056 email - shocker.bowling@wichita.edu www.wichita.edu/bowling Shocker Men Start Season with Win at Mid States Championships Wichita, Kan. – The Shocker bowling teams opened their season at the 52 nd Mid States Championships held at …

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April McDonnell

…would like to get a job in advertising and possibly bowl on tour.. What gets you pumped to bowl?Thinking about what the lanes have for me that day and how to attack them. Bowling Accomplishments Number of Years Bowling: 11High Game: 300High Series: 760 Top Bowling Accomplishments- 1st place Title Handicap Division Junior Bowlers Tour Southwest…

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New Scholarships for Shocker Bowlers Created

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 5, 2014 CONTACT: Gordon Vadakin Phone (316) 978-7655 Fax (316) 978-6056 email - shocker.bowling@wichita.edu www.wichita.edu/bowling WICHITA, Kan. – A former Shocker Bowler and a former Shocker Bowling Camper have started new scholarships for the Shocker Bowling team. The family of Christopher Ferguson has graciously started a…

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Grub Guide: Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes

Need a getaway from the hustle and bustle of university life? Head over to the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in the lower level of the Rhatigan Student Center for bowling, billiards, pizza and community. WSU students get a discounted rate for the bowling alley, so make it an outing with your friends. A popular lunch combo is a large slice of pizza, your…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/09/18/grub-guide-shocker-sports-grill-and-lanes-3/

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2015-2016 Posters

Shocker Bowling Posters The 2015-2016 bowling posters have arrived! If you are interested in purchasing a poster, please fill out the following PDF and return it to us. 2015-2106 Poster Order Form Mail: Shocker Bowling WSU Rhatigan Student Center 1845 Fairmount St. Wichita, KS 67260-0056 E-Mail: Please scan the document and then send to…

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Philosophy Events

…sessions led by members of the Philosophy Department, spanning a variety of exciting topics. Learn more about Philosophy Summer Camp 2024 Feb. 28, 2024 Philosophy Bowling Bash, 5-7 p.m. WSU Philosophy majors, minors, and friends are encouraged to join for an afternoon bowling party with philosophy faculty at Shocker Lanes in the basement of…

https://www.wichita.edu/academics/fairmount_las/philosophy/Events.php

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Program Strengths

…no athletic program or team can expect to achieve a consistent level of success without having worked incredibly hard and paid a price to reach the top. The Wichita State Bowling Program has made a few mistakes along the way, but we continue to strive for improvement by trying new things. Some ideas prove to be worthwhile; others simply don't work…

https://www.wichita.edu/athletics/bowling/program_about/programstrengths.php

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Grub Guide: Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes

Need a getaway from the hustle and bustle of university life? Head over to the Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes in the lower level of the Rhatigan Student Center for bowling, billiards, pizza and community. WSU students get a discounted rate for the bowling alley, so make it an outing with your friends.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/02/27/grub-guide-shocker-sports-grill-and-lanes-2/

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Shockers Partner with Papa John’s and Di

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 2, 2015 CONTACT: Gordon Vadakin Phone (316) 978-7655 Fax (316) 978-6056 email - shocker.bowling@wichita.edu www.wichita.edu/bowling WICHITA, KAN. – Calling all Dillons/Kroger Plus Card holders! You can help raise scholarship dollars for the Shocker Bowling program simply by grocery shopping and using your Plus Card! Wichita…

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Funding

ANNUAL SHOCKER BOWLING PROGRAM FUNDING Funds to support the WSU Shocker bowling teams come from a variety of sources. In essence, there are two basic accounts or funds through which all bowling program expenses and incomes flow: a) the Operational Fund and b) the Bowling Scholarship Fund. I. THE OPERATIONAL FUND This pool of financial resources facilitates…

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Gordon Vadakin Set to Retire

Vadakin Set to Retire WICHITA, KAN. – Over the summer, the Shocker Bowling program will see some changes in their coaching staff as current head coach Gordon Vadakin is announcing his retirement. Vadakin’s last day with the program is June 13th, 2019. Vadakin, who has been the head coach since 1978, said “It’s just time. I’m ready to spend time with my wife,…

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