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Don Carter Lanes Don Carter Lanes has been a community icon for more than 50 years. It is Northern Illinois largest center housing 42 lanes with modern computer scoring.

Don Carter Lanes has been serving the Rockford community since 1959.
42 Lanes, Full service Bar & Grill, Outdoor patio & deck overlooking beautiful koi pond & Home to Hawthorne OTB Off Track Betting Hawthorne is located on the east end of the building for all your racing action. Darts, Pool, Slot Machines and a modern arcade all await to entertain you. Banquet Facilities to host big and small events alike.

10/16/2026

🎳🔥 CGF WEEK 9 RESULTS ARE IN! 🔥🎳

The pins were flying Thursday night at Don Carter Lanes! Here are the top scores from CGF League on 10/15/26 Congratulations to everyone who made the leaderboard! 👏

🏆 MEN’S HIGH SCRATCH SERIES

🥇 Parker Hoffmann — 803
🥈 Win Le — 741
🥉 Mark Fitch — 738
Steve Zabel — 735
Matt Johnson — 717
Dustin Swenson — 708
Tyler Nelson — 679
Keegan Morgan — 679
Zaryahz Haney — 661
Thor Rosenquist — 650
Eric Sundberg — 647
Scott Larson — 644
Justin Campello — 641
Sam Strash — 638
Garrett Sprecher — 638
Sam Gonzales — 632

🎯 MEN’S HIGH SCRATCH GAMES

Steve Zabel — 289 | Parker Hoffmann — 279 | Win Le — 279 | Matt Johnson — 279 | Mark Fitch — 278 | Eric Sundberg — 268 | Justin Campello — 268 | Dustin Swenson — 267 | Thor Rosenquist — 259 | Keegan Morgan — 254 | Zaryahz Haney — 254 | Tyler Nelson — 248 | Greg Fisher — 246 | Austin Smith — 246 | Keith Beasley — 245 | Scott Larson — 243 | Garrett Sprecher — 242 | Sam Gonzales — 238 | Jason Regan — 236 | Chris Conner — 236

💥 MEN’S HIGH HANDICAP SERIES

Parker Hoffmann — 836 | Win Le — 798 | Brian Winkler — 762 | Steve Zabel — 762 | Scott Larson — 752 | Mark Fitch — 747 | Thor Rosenquist — 746 | Zach Matson — 735 | Justin Campello — 734 | Griffin Stankiewicz — 721 | Matt Johnson — 717 | Russ Larson — 712 | Zaryahz Haney — 712 | Keegan Morgan — 709 | Keith Beasley — 697 | Rick Ranken — 692

🎳 MEN’S HIGH HANDICAP GAMES

Brian Winkler — 302 | Justin Campello — 299 | Win Le — 298 | Steve Zabel — 298 | Thor Rosenquist — 291 | Parker Hoffmann — 290 | Mark Fitch — 281 | Scott Larson — 279 | Matt Johnson — 279 | Russ Larson — 277 | Greg Fisher — 276 | Keith Beasley — 276 | Will Purnell — 272 | Zaryahz Haney — 271 | Eric Sundberg — 268 | Keegan Morgan — 264 | Ross Scoma — 263

🌟 WOMEN’S TOP SCORES

Scratch Series: Lisa Castillo — 631 | Lauren Sprecher — 489 | Zula Garab — 465
Scratch Games: Lisa Castillo — 226 | Lauren Sprecher — 172 | Zula Garab — 167
Handicap Series: Lisa Castillo — 697 | Zula Garab — 618 | Lauren Sprecher — 552
Handicap Games: Lisa Castillo — 248 | Zula Garab — 218 | Lauren Sprecher — 193

📈 INDIVIDUAL HIGH AVERAGES

Men: Tyler Nelson — 234.85 | Dustin Swenson — 230.17 | Matt Johnson — 229.56 | Eric Sundberg — 226.33

Women: Lisa Castillo — 199.63 | Lauren Sprecher — 195.17 | Zula Garab — 167.44

Way to roll, CGF bowlers! Keep the strikes coming as the season continues! 🎳🙌

Peg Hakes and Loupe Fermanich former members of the Bowlerettes league held at Fairview Lanes. They are holding the 25th...
10/15/2026

Peg Hakes and Loupe Fermanich former members of the Bowlerettes league held at Fairview Lanes. They are holding the 25th Anniversary Banquet Program. Thank You Loupe for bringing in this cool piece of Rockford bowling history. 🎳🏆❤️

🎃👻 FREE HALLOWEEN TREATS FROM DON CARTER LANES! 🎳🍬 ATTENTION AREA SCHOOLS, CHURCHES & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS!ROCKFORD, ...
10/15/2026

🎃👻 FREE HALLOWEEN TREATS FROM DON CARTER LANES! 🎳🍬 ATTENTION AREA SCHOOLS, CHURCHES & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS!

ROCKFORD, IL — Looking for something FUN and FREE to hand out at your upcoming Halloween celebration?

DON CARTER LANES HAS A SPECIAL TREAT FOR YOU! 🎃

This Halloween, Don Carter Lanes in Rockford is offering FREE HALLOWEEN-THEMED BOWLING PASSES to area schools, churches and community organizations to distribute at their Halloween events!

Instead of handing out another piece of candy, give kids and families something they can enjoy together!

🎳 A FREE BOWLING PASS!

🍬 PERFECT FOR YOUR HALLOWEEN EVENTS!

🎃 Trick-or-Treat Celebrations

👻 Trunk-or-Treat Events

🏫 School Halloween Parties

⛪ Church Fall Festivals

🍭 PTO & PTA Halloween Activities

🕸️ Community Halloween Celebrations

🎳 Youth Group & Family Events

A LITTLE LESS CANDY... A LOT MORE FUN!

Bowling is a great way to bring families together, create memories and enjoy some good old-fashioned fun!

🎃 HOW DO YOU GET YOUR FREE PASSES?

It's easy — just contact Jori!

Schools, churches and community organizations can arrange to pick up FREE Halloween Bowling Passes by contacting:

🎳 JORI PETERSON — DON CARTER LANES

📍 4007 East State Street
Rockford, IL 61108

📞 815-399-0314

There is NO CHARGE to participating organizations for the passes!

👻 HELP US SPREAD THE HALLOWEEN FUN!

Are you a teacher, principal, PTO member, church leader, youth group organizer or community volunteer?

We would love to help make your Halloween event a little more special!

🎳 FREE BOWLING PASSES!

🎃 PERFECT FOR TRICK-OR-TREAT EVENTS!

🍬 A FUN ALTERNATIVE TO CANDY!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 SOMETHING FAMILIES CAN ENJOY TOGETHER!

PLEASE SHARE THIS POST with schools, churches, PTO groups and community organizations throughout Rockford, Loves Park, Machesney Park, Cherry Valley, Roscoe, Rockton and the surrounding Stateline area!

Let's work together to make Halloween a little more FUN for local kids and families!

🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM EVERYONE AT DON CARTER LANES! 👻🎳

10/15/2026

Edge of Town 26/27 League — Leader Board from October 14, 2026 | Don Carter Lanes

Men’s Scratch Series
1. Scott Gibson — 749
2. Tyler Nelson — 715
3. Greg Olson — 709
4. Brad Salberg — 694
5. Steven Henderson — 693
6. Bob Purvis — 679
7. Larry Butterfield — 675
8. Dan Reed — 669
9. Steve Isbell — 669
10. Jarred Bernard — 653
11. David Roberts — 653
12. Brian Smith — 647
13. Dennis Olson — 642
14. James Northrup — 640
15. Adam Powell — 637
16. Mike Cascio — 637

Men’s Scratch Game

1. Greg Olson — 289
2. Tyler Nelson — 288
3. Ken Roberts — 267
4. Scott Gibson — 267
5. Bob Purvis — 258
6. Mike Cascio — 258
7. Steven Henderson — 257
8. Michael Moe — 255
9. Ethan Olson — 248
10. Adam Powell — 248
11. Steve Isbell — 246
12. Larry Butterfield — 245
13. Dan Zarra — 244
14. Brad Salberg — 244
15. Tom Truitt — 242
16. Scott Smice — 242

Men’s Handicap Series

1. William Trail — 756
2. Brad Salberg — 751
3. Chris Wilkinson — 749
4. Bob Purvis — 742
5. Mike Schewe — 742
6. Jesse Orozco — 735
7. Roger Roberts — 733
8. Larry Butterfield — 732
9. Greg Olson — 730
10. Scott Smice — 727
11. Dennis Olson — 726
12. Michael Moe — 719
13. Brian Smith — 719
14. CeadVon — 716
15. James Northrup — 703

Men’s Handicap Game

1. Greg Olson — 296
2. Michael Moe — 293
3. Drew Moss — 283
4. Scott Smice — 283
5. Ken Roberts — 279
6. Bob Purvis — 279
7. Dan Zarra — 279
8. Tom Truitt — 275
9. William Trail — 274
10. Mike Schewe — 273
11. Richard Ramacciotti — 269
12. Joshua Martin — 267
13. Mike Cascio — 266
14. Bill Corrigan — 265
15. Adam Powell — 265

Women’s Scratch Series

1. Jessica Nelson — 468
2. Heather Roberts — 453
3. Jenny Dazey — 400
4. Priscilla Egilske — 374
5. Amy Trail — 366
6. Gloria Ramacciotti — 361
7. Christy St. Germain — 294

Women’s Scratch Game

1. Jessica Nelson — 173
2. Jenny Dazey — 160
3. Heather Roberts — 158
4. Amy Trail — 155
5. Priscilla Egilske — 133
6. Gloria Ramacciotti — 126
7. Christy St. Germain — 112

Women’s Handicap Series

1. Heather Roberts — 702
2. Amy Trail — 702
3. Jessica Nelson — 651
4. Priscilla Egilske — 647
5. Jenny Dazey — 643
6. Gloria Ramacciotti — 610

Women’s Handicap Game

1. Amy Trail — 267
2. Jenny Dazey — 241
3. Heather Roberts — 241
4. Jessica Nelson — 234
5. Priscilla Egilske — 224
6. Gloria Ramacciotti — 209

🎳 HEY ROCKFORD EAST E-RABS — IT'S TIME TO ROLL! 🔴⚫NO CUTS! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! 100% FREE!ROCKFORD, IL — Calling all...
10/14/2026

🎳 HEY ROCKFORD EAST E-RABS — IT'S TIME TO ROLL! 🔴⚫
NO CUTS! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! 100% FREE!

ROCKFORD, IL — Calling all Rockford East High School students! Looking for a fun way to make new friends, represent your school, compete against other high schools and maybe even earn college scholarship money?

The Rockford East E-Rabs Boys & Girls Bowling Teams want YOU!

And here's the best part...

🎳 NO CUTS!

🎳 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

💰 ABSOLUTELY FREE TO PARTICIPATE!

That's right! You don't need to be a great bowler. You don't even need to know how to bowl!

If you're willing to show up, work hard, learn and have a good attitude, there's a place for you on the team!

🎳 STRIKES, SPARES, FRIENDS & FUN!

Forget sitting on the sidelines! Bowling gives students an opportunity to be part of an official IHSA high school sport, compete against other schools and proudly represent the Rockford East E-Rabs!

You'll make new friends, learn new skills, challenge yourself and experience the excitement of being part of a team.

And unlike many sports, bowling is something you can enjoy for the rest of your life!

🎓 BOWLING COULD HELP PAY FOR COLLEGE!

Did you know that the Northern Illinois Bowling Proprietors Foundation has awarded more than $2.1 MILLION in college scholarships to local high school bowlers?

That's right — bowling isn't just about knocking down pins!

Hundreds of colleges and universities offer collegiate bowling opportunities, including academic and athletic scholarships.

The sport you start playing today could help open doors to your future!

📅 BOYS BOWLING TEAM — LET'S GET ROLLING!

First Week of Practice: October 26–30, 2026

📍 Don Carter Lanes — Rockford

⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM Daily

Monday, October 26

Tuesday, October 27

Wednesday, October 28

Thursday, October 29

Friday, October 30

📅 GIRLS BOWLING TEAM — YOUR TURN TO SHINE!

First Week of Practice: November 16–20, 2026

📍 Don Carter Lanes — Rockford

⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM Daily

Monday, November 16

Tuesday, November 17

Wednesday, November 18

Thursday, November 19

Friday, November 20

🎳 NO BOWLING BALL? NO SHOES? NO PROBLEM!

Don't own a bowling ball? Never purchased bowling shoes?

WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED!

The Rockford East Bowling Program has donated equipment available for students to use FREE of charge.

Don Carter Lanes also provides house bowling balls and shoes at no cost to participating students.

No equipment to buy. No participation fees. No experience required.

Just bring yourself and a positive attitude!

📣 MEET YOUR E-RABS BOWLING COACHES!

🔴 BOYS BOWLING COACH — STEPHANIE YUNG

📱 Call or Text: 630-267-4136

📧 [email protected]

🔴 GIRLS BOWLING COACH — SAM VAN D**E

📱 Call or Text: 815-973-2811

📧 [email protected]

🏆 BE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT!

High school sports should be about opportunity, teamwork, friendships, school pride and having fun.

The Rockford East Bowling Teams offer all of that — and more!

You don't need to be the best athlete in school.

You don't need years of experience.

You don't need expensive equipment.

YOU JUST NEED TO GIVE IT A TRY!

So grab a friend, contact a coach and come see what East High School bowling is all about!

🎳 NO CUTS!

🎳 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

🎳 FREE TO PARTICIPATE!

🔴⚫ LET'S GO E-RABS! ⚫🔴

PRACTICE LOCATION:

Don Carter Lanes
4007 East State Street
Rockford, Illinois 61108

Help spread the word! Parents, students, teachers, alumni and community members — please SHARE this announcement so every Rockford East student knows about this opportunity!

FREE to Participate - GUILFORD VIKINGS BOWLING TEAMS INVITE STUDENTS TO JOIN — NO CUTS, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!Guilford...
10/14/2026

FREE to Participate - GUILFORD VIKINGS BOWLING TEAMS INVITE STUDENTS TO JOIN — NO CUTS, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

Guilford High School is inviting students to become part of the 2026–2027 Guilford Vikings Boys and Girls Bowling Teams, with the boys' season beginning October 26 and the girls' season starting November 16.

The message to Guilford students and their families is simple:

🎳 NO CUTS!

🎳 NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

🎳 100% FREE TO PARTICIPATE!

Just like other Rockford Public Schools District 205 athletic programs, there is no cost for students to participate in Guilford High School bowling.

Students do not need previous bowling experience, their own bowling ball or even bowling shoes.

All they need is a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a commitment to putting in the effort!

EVERY STUDENT HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF THE TEAM!

Unlike many competitive high school sports, the Guilford Bowling Program has NO CUTS.

That means students who are willing to work hard, practice and demonstrate a good attitude have an opportunity to become part of an official Illinois High School Association (IHSA) bowling team.

Whether a student is already an experienced bowler or has never bowled competitively, the Guilford Vikings welcome them.

MORE THAN JUST BOWLING — FRIENDSHIPS, TEAMWORK AND SCHOOL PRIDE!

High school bowling offers students much more than competition.

As members of the Guilford Vikings Bowling Teams, students will have opportunities to:

Make new friends and become part of a team.

Represent Guilford High School in an official IHSA letter sport.

Compete against other area high schools.

Learn the physical and mental skills of bowling.

Build confidence, discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Develop skills in a sport they can enjoy for their entire lives.

Student-athletes will be encouraged to challenge themselves, improve their skills and represent themselves, their teammates and Guilford High School in a positive manner.

You don't have to be a great bowler to join — you just need to be willing to become a better one!

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!

Bowling can also provide valuable educational opportunities after high school.

The Northern Illinois Bowling Proprietors Foundation has awarded more than $2.1 million in college scholarship funds to local area high school bowlers.

In addition to locally available scholarship money, hundreds of colleges and universities across the country offer collegiate bowling programs, along with academic and athletic scholarship opportunities.

For students interested in continuing their education, high school bowling can open doors to college opportunities while providing valuable athletic and personal development.

BOYS BOWLING TEAM — FIRST WEEK OF PRACTICE

October 26–30, 2026

📍 Location: Don Carter Lanes, Rockford

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM each day

Monday, October 26

Tuesday, October 27

Wednesday, October 28

Thursday, October 29

Friday, October 30

Boys Bowling Coach: Rob Legoo

GIRLS BOWLING TEAM — FIRST WEEK OF PRACTICE

November 16–20, 2026

📍 Location: Don Carter Lanes, Rockford

⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM each day

Monday, November 16

Tuesday, November 17

Wednesday, November 18

Thursday, November 19

Friday, November 20

Girls Bowling Coach: Kailey Siemers

NO BOWLING EQUIPMENT? NO PROBLEM!

Students do not need to purchase a bowling ball or bowling shoes to participate.

The Guilford Bowling Program has donated bowling equipment available for students to use FREE OF CHARGE.

Don Carter Lanes also has house bowling balls and bowling shoes available for student-athletes to use at no cost.

The goal is simple: Every interested Guilford student should have the opportunity to participate, regardless of experience or ability to purchase equipment.

GUILFORD BOWLING COACHES ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO GIVE IT A TRY!

Coaches Rob Legoo and Kailey Siemers encourage students who have never participated in a high school sport to consider joining the bowling program.

Bowling offers a welcoming team environment where beginners can learn alongside experienced bowlers while developing friendships and representing their school.

Students will be challenged to improve their bowling skills, support their teammates and demonstrate good sportsmanship on and off the lanes.

No tryouts to eliminate students. No experience required. No participation fees. Just an opportunity to learn, compete and have fun!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE GUILFORD BOWLING COACHES!

🎳 BOYS BOWLING TEAM

Coach Rob Legoo

📱 Call or Text: 815-312-8885

📧 Email: [email protected]

🎳 GIRLS BOWLING TEAM

Coach Kailey Siemers

📱 Call or Text: 815-721-7032

📧 Email: [email protected]

PRACTICE LOCATION

Don Carter Lanes

4007 East State Street

Rockford, Illinois 61108

BE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT — JOIN THE GUILFORD VIKINGS!

Guilford students and parents are encouraged to contact the coaches with questions and attend the first week of practice.

NO CUTS! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! FREE TO PARTICIPATE!

GO VIKINGS! 💙💛🎳

FREE to Participate - AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING TEAMS INVITE STUDENTS TO JOIN — NO CUTS, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!FREE p...
10/14/2026

FREE to Participate - AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING TEAMS INVITE STUDENTS TO JOIN — NO CUTS, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

FREE participation - Just like all RPS 205 Sports, free equipment available, college scholarship opportunities and a chance to represent the Auburn Knights!

Auburn High School is inviting students to become part of the 2026–2027 Auburn Knights Boys and Girls Bowling Teams!

The message to students and parents is simple:

NO CUTS! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! ABSOLUTELY FREE TO PARTICIPATE!

Just like other Rockford Public Schools District 205 athletic programs, there is no cost for students to participate in the Auburn High School bowling program.

Students do not need to be experienced bowlers or own their own bowling equipment. All they need is a willingness to learn, a positive attitude and a commitment to putting in the effort.

If you're willing to work hard, learn and have a good attitude, there's a place for you on the team!

MORE THAN JUST A SPORT

High school bowling gives students an opportunity to make new friends, compete against other schools, develop teamwork and represent Auburn High School in an official Illinois High School Association (IHSA) sport.

Student-athletes will learn both the physical and mental aspects of bowling while developing confidence, discipline, sportsmanship and competitive skills.

Bowling is also a sport that students can continue enjoying for the rest of their lives.

Whether a student has been bowling for years or has never picked up a bowling ball, the Auburn Knights Bowling Program welcomes them.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Bowling can also open doors to educational opportunities beyond high school.

The Northern Illinois Bowling Proprietors Foundation has awarded more than $2.1 million in scholarship funds to local area high school bowlers.

In addition to locally available scholarship opportunities, hundreds of colleges and universities across the country offer collegiate bowling programs and opportunities for academic and athletic scholarships.

Participating in high school bowling can help students build the skills and experience needed to pursue bowling at the collegiate level.

BOYS BOWLING TEAM — FIRST WEEK OF PRACTICE

October 26–30, 2026

Monday, October 26

Tuesday, October 27

Wednesday, October 28

Thursday, October 29

Friday, October 30

Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM each day

Location: Don Carter Lanes, Rockford

GIRLS BOWLING TEAM — FIRST WEEK OF PRACTICE

November 16–20, 2026

Monday, November 16

Tuesday, November 17

Wednesday, November 18

Thursday, November 19

Friday, November 20

Time: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM each day

Location: Don Carter Lanes, Rockford

NO BOWLING BALL? NO BOWLING SHOES? NO PROBLEM!

Students do not need to purchase any equipment to participate.

The Auburn Bowling Program has donated bowling equipment available for students to use at no charge.

Don Carter Lanes also provides house bowling balls and bowling shoes free of charge to participating student-athletes.

The goal is to remove financial barriers and make the sport accessible to every interested Auburn student.

COACHES ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO GIVE BOWLING A TRY

The Auburn bowling coaches encourage students who have never participated in a school sport to consider joining.

Bowling offers a welcoming team environment where beginners can learn alongside more experienced players, develop their abilities and experience the pride of representing their school.

Students will be challenged to improve, support their teammates and demonstrate good sportsmanship both on and off the lanes.

You don't have to be a great bowler to join — you just have to be willing to become a better one!

QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE AUBURN BOWLING COACHES

BOYS BOWLING TEAM

Coach Tim Nabors

Call or Text: 815-222-4876

Email: [email protected]

GIRLS BOWLING TEAM

Coach Jim Bannister

Call or Text: 815-988-1970

Email: [email protected]

PRACTICE LOCATION

Don Carter Lanes

4007 East State Street

Rockford, Illinois 61108

BE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT — JOIN THE AUBURN KNIGHTS BOWLING TEAM!

Auburn students and parents are encouraged to contact the coaches with any questions.

NO CUTS. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. NO COST TO PARTICIPATE.

GO KNIGHTS!

How to register? Online at https://schools.snap.app/RockfordAuburn

Over $14,000.00 Prize Fund - Incredible Payout for only a $60 entry fee. Thank you to all the amazing sponsors.
10/14/2026

Over $14,000.00 Prize Fund - Incredible Payout for only a $60 entry fee.
Thank you to all the amazing sponsors.

WOW - $10,000.00 in Added Sponsor $$$$$$. Sold Out with a wait list - The 4th Annual Curt Schiavo Tournament will take p...
10/14/2026

WOW - $10,000.00 in Added Sponsor $$$$$$. Sold Out with a wait list - The 4th Annual Curt Schiavo Tournament will take place this Saturday Oct 17th. Thank you to all the bowlers, sponsors and tournament volunteers. Special Thanks to Eric Sundberg the tournament director for your dedication to this quality event.

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4007 E State St
Rockford, IL
61108

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 9am - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

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+18153990314

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