Welcome to The National Bowling Association

The National Bowling Association, Inc. (TNBA) is a major governing body for amateur bowling in the United States. This organization was founded in 1939, by African Americans, and opens its doors to all bowlers regardless of their ethnic background; for the enjoyment of ten pin competition on a National and Regional scale. TNBA’s membership stretches from coast-to-coast with a growing population of adult and youth bowlers residing in the Eastern, Western, Central and Southern regions of the United States. TNBA is ALIVE thanks to our members and sponsorships from our industry partners, USBC & HAMMER. Together, we will continue to offer National and Regional Tournaments; as well as programs designed to attract men, women and youth bowlers in an organized, yet exciting, social environment for bowling competition.  So.........come along and ride on this.........FANTASTIC VOYAGE!!!!!

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 Rounding Third and Heading to………INDY!!

A Pray Message from Rev. Adrienne Hal, TNBA Chaplain

Prayer is the practice of the presence of God. It is the place where pride is abandoned, hope is lifted, and supplication is made. Prayer is the place of admitting our need, of adopting humility, and claiming dependence upon God. Prayer is the needful practice of the Christian. Prayer is the exercise of faith and hope. Prayer is the privilege of touching the heart of the Father through His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

James 4:8 says, “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, shall guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

So, TNBA, as we begin to embark upon our travels to the 73rd Annual Convention and the 71st National Tournament it is imperative that we pray for safe travels.

"Father, we come this day, first thanking your for you goodness and your mercy. We thank you for what you have done for us since last year and up unto this point. As we begin our Journey to Indianapolis, realizing the only safety that we have are in your hands, Father we are asking that you put your loving arms or protection around us. Be our guide and our protector on this journey that we are about to take. Watch over us and protect us from accidents and keep us free from harm to our body and soul. We ask Father, whatever the mode of transportation is that you step in and be the driver, the pilot or the conductor. Lord, we ask that you support us with Your grace when we are tired. Help us to be patient in any trouble which may come our way. Remind us to always be mindful of Your presence and love. Father, in Your mercy, hear our prayer"

In the name of Jesus, the Christ we pray. Amen!

Rev. Adrienne Hal

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 TNBA TOURNAMENT ROUNDUP!!!!

The TNBA tournament train is heading for its FINAL stop……… the “73rd Annual Convention & 71st Championship Tournament” in Indianapolis, Indiana, May 17 – 27, 2012.   Several stops have been made along the way, since the season began last September. The adult Regional’s, the Rhodmans, and the Junior Bowling Regionals are now in the record books. The latest stop was the NEW “Scratch & Handicap Singles Classic” tournament, held in Louisville, Kentucky. This tournament, billed as the “Inaugural” tournament, respectfully mimicked another FIRST; the inauguration of the FIRST Afro-American President of the United States, Barack Obama (as shown in one of the upcoming photos).

It’s been a WONDERFUL ride; with TNBA members from all regions getting onboard and supporting all of these tournaments. On behalf of TNBA President, Dr. Michael Boykins; Vice-President, Gregory Green; Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Annette Samuel; National Director of Tournaments, Luther Moses; Junior Bowling Program Director, Barbara Armstead, and all of the tournament directors……..WE thank YOU, our members, for your continued support throughout the 2011 – 2012 bowling season.

 BUT........ IT’S NOT OVER YET!!!!!

So, before we move on to the GRAND FINALE………..let’s take a quick recap, in pictures, of some of the momentous occasions at these tournaments. All results can be found within the respective tournaments, located on the TOURNAMENT pages of the website. Here we go:

Southern Rhodman 

            

SURPRISE, SURPRISE!!!!  A kodak moment captured when one of the highlights at the Southern Regional was the "surprise" announcement that the tournament will be renamed "The Dwight Dale Southern Rhodman Tournament".  It wasn’t easy to lure Dwight away from working, so Dr. Boykins and the bowling lanes proprietor could jointly make the announcement.

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Western Rhodman

                         
                        The "BEST OF THE WEST" strike handsome pose 
                              with Tournament Director, Carol Thrower.

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Central Rhodman

                         
                               Mixed Doubles Winners: Damonde Griggs 
                                 & Stacy Timmer pose with Luther Moses, 
                                         Rod Duff & Stephanie Watts.

              

                              
                             TOP WINNERS:  Fero Williams, Kayla Bandy
                                 and Ben Hoefs, display their trophies.

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Inaugural "Singles & Handicap Classic Tournament"

                  
                  Tournament Director, Harvey Johnson; TNBA President, 
                  Dr. Michael Boykins & National Director of Tournaments,
                  Luther Moses pose with an collage of President Obama.


                    
                             A "classic" ending to a "classic" tournament

                                

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NEXT DEPOSIT PAYMENT DUE :  May 15, 2012

Join TNBA, INC. & JPSP, INC. for an "EXOTIC CARIBBEAN CRUISE"

September 14 - 21, 2013
(OPEN LINK FOR DETAILS) TNBA2013.pdf

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