Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
05/10/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/10/2024 09:54
Professional Women’s Bowlers...
What: The Rockford Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (RACVB) is pleased to welcome back to Rockford the Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA) for the PWBA Bowlers Journal Rockford Open.
The bowling tournament is a national event with female bowlers competing. Over 60 bowlers will take to the lanes in the individual competition. Bowlers are from several states including Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, Tennessee, Michigan, Indiana, Maine, Nevada, California, Delaware, Florida, Ohio, Texas, New York, Minnesota, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Utah. Several bowlers are visiting from international countries including Malaysia, the United Kingdom, Finland, Ukraine, Singapore, Germany, Poland, and Latvia.
The event will generate more tha 700 room nights at local hotels over the four-day tournament, filled ny bowlers and an additional 200 spectators. The tournament is set to bring an estimated economic impact $68,558 to the Rockford region.
When: Friday, May 10 - Saturday, May 11
Friday, and Saturday will include the qualifying games, held throughout the day.
Where: The Cherry Bowl 7171 Cherryvale N Blvd, Rockford
Why: "We are thrilled to bring individuals in from around the country and internationally for PWBA Bowlers Journal Rockford Open," said Kara Davis RACVB Senior Sales Manager. "Working with the Sommers family and Cherry Bowl has been a wonderful ongoing experience."
Contact: John Sommers Cherry Bowl Owner, 815.978.6076
About RACVB: RACVB is responsible for promoting the Rockford region as an attractive travel destination and enhancing its public image as a dynamic place to live and work. Through the impact of travel, RACVB strengthens the economic position of the region and provides opportunities for people in our communities. www.gorockford.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Kara Davis, RACVB Senior Sales Manager, 815.505.2408, [email protected]
The event will generate more tha 700 room nights at local hotels over the four-day tournament, filled ny bowlers and an additional 200 spectators. The tournament is set to bring an estimated economic impact $68,558 to the Rockford region.