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Ron ErmertCongratulations to Your Bowling Coach student, Ron Ermert, who bowled four 300 games during March 2008. Ermert rolled three at Grand Blanc Lanes in the Thursday Senior Mixed League. The other perfect game came in Troy in a mixed doubles league at Sunnybrook Lanes. Ermert, 54 of Burton, Michigan, has greatly improved his game since he began taking lessons from Detroit professional bowler and silver-level coach, Aleta Sill. Ermert said in the April 5 edition of The Flint Journal: "I am a product of what she has produced," Ermert said. "I owe it all to her. If it hadn't been for her, I never would have done what I've done." Under Sill's tutelage, Ermert changed his approach to emphasize his hips and legs. "She teaches you how to get leverage with little arm swing," Ermert said. "What I learned the first 20 years is out the door now. Learning the new approach was physically demanding. That first hour I never was so sore in my life," Ermert said. In an effort to improve his physical conditioning Ermert has joined a fitness center and works out regularly with a trainer. "At my age I've got to work out," Ermert said. Ermert had been an accomplished bowler in the Detroit area before moving to Burton. He owns four 800 series in his career and last month's barrage give him at least eight 300 games. At Grand Blanc Lanes Ermert had series of 764, 769 and 699 with his 300 games. At Sunnybrook his 300 started him toward a 723 set. "This is the best I have ever bowled," Ermert said. "All of a sudden everything is starting to fall into place." (Thank you to The Flint Journal) Congratulations Ron! Way to Bowl!Lyn Laperrie From Lyn Laperrie: "W hat a week! On Wed., March 26, 2008, my bowling team in the Powertrain Men's League (28 teams) won the league in a split season roll-off! We have been in the roll-off three times in the last five years--third time is the charm! This was at Super Bowl Lanes in Canton, Michigan. Then, on Saturday March 29, 2008, Penny and I bowled in our mixed league--All In The Family--at Colonial Lanes in Ann Arbor. By winning the first game we clinched the league championship for the third consecutive year! Then in the second game, I rolled my first 300, using my Black Widow by Hammer that you (Aleta Sill's Bowling World) drilled for me. Between the first, second and third games, I had 18 strikes in a row! Thank you, Thank you!! Without your help with lessons and equipment--not to mention your moral support and willingness to hear my whining LOL-- none of this would be possible. Thanks again! - Lyn Laperrie Congratulations, Lyn! Way to Bowl!

Dan NapierAleta Sill has been fitting and drilling bowling balls for league bowler, Dan Napier, since 2005. In 2005 Dan's average was 195. In 2008, Dan finished his league with a 214 average and with a 757 high series. Great bowling, Dan!

 

Your Bowling Coach student, Cat Trent, took a clinic in the summer of 2007 at Brighton Bowl. She raised her ave 37 pins since taking the clinic. Way to Bowl, Cat!

 

 

Kyle Kissandi Your Bowling Coach student, Kyle Kissandi, averages 116. Kyle bowled great on March 22,2008 in his youth league. Kyle bowled a 197 game and a 527 series. Way to Bowl, Kyle!

Yoichi Fukuda - Took First Place out of 50 teams in the Japan Business Association of Detroit Bowling Tournament after purchasing a Hammer Black Widow Pearl and a Hammer Black Widow Bite the day before the tournament from Aleta Sill's Bowling World. Congratulations Yoichi and Team Gorinkai A !Yoichi Fukuda with his teamSydney NantaisSydney Nantais - Took 1st Place All-Events, Doubles and Team Events in the Crown Point, Indiana, Quad City Bowling Association Youth Tournament on Jan. 7 & 21, 2008. Sydney's doubles partner was Matt Milcarek. Sydney won $100 in scholarship money! Sydney attended the YBC Summer Campand YBC Spare Clinic on January 19, 2008. After attending the clinic, Sydney shot her first 600 seriesMatt MilcarekMatt Milcarek - Took 1st Place Doubles and Team Events in the Crown Point, Indiana, Quad City Bowling Association Youth Tournament on Jan. 7 & 21, 2008. Matt's doubles partner was Sydney Nantais. Matt was Runner-Up in Singles and All-Events.Matt attended Your Bowling Coach's Spare Clinic on January 19, 2008.
Alison Lisseman - Detroit City Tournament championIn March of 2008, Alison Lisseman won the Detroit City Tournament with a scratch score of 624 (829 with handicap), placed third in all-events (handicap), and placed fourth in all-events (scratch). Alison is a Your Bowling Coach student, who commits to lessons two times per month and has increased her average from 150 to 185 in a year. Alison's current high average is 189! Congratulations, Alison!Jason Lisseman a Your Bowling Jason LissemanCoach student, who commits to lessons two times per month has increased his average from 160 to over 190 in a year. Jason's current high average is 195! Congratulations, Jason!Rochelle SpencerRochelle Spencer - MVP of the Tri City High School Conference and won the Conference Singles Tournament on February 20, 2008 with a 214 average! Rochelle also was a team member of the 2007 Michigan High School Class "AA" State Finals Runner-Up team. Rochelle takes lessons, attends camps with YBC and gets her equipment at Aleta Sill's Bowling World.
Derek PorembaDerek Poremba has been a Your Bowling Coach student for four years. Derek shot his first 300 game on Noevmber 18, 2007 during his Sunday Youth Classic Traveling league. Congratulations, Derek!Nicholas CarsonNicholas Carson has been a Your Bowling Coach student since the summer of 2007. Nicholas made his high school varsity team at Northern High School, Walled Lake, Michigan. He has a high game of 222 and a high series of 572 after raising his average 50 pins. Congratulations, Nicholas!Jessica TeeplesJessica Teeples, a Your Bowling Coach student, received the Michigan USBC highest improvement in a woman's season average for 2006-2007 league bowling. Congratulations, Jessica!
Nate KorczykNate Korczyk took a lesson from YBC and went to the Michigan Youth State Tournament with an average of 110. He shot a 174-115-182 series, 171 pins over average!!! He then proceeded to shoot his first 200 game, a 212! Congratulations, Nate!Racheal Richardson and Rochelle SpencerRachael Richardson (left) and Rochelle Spencer (right) are from Bay City, MI, and they are YBC students who have attended YBC clinics and YBC Summer Camps for the last three years!Katelyn CarneyKatelyn Carney recently bowled her personal high game of 226 with and eight pound ball! Katelyn is nine-years-old, and she averages 115. On November 9, 2007, Katelyn bowled a 177 game during her league at Shore Lanes. Katelyn also attended the three-day Average Builder summer camp with Your Bowling Coach. Congratulations, Katelyn!
Ken ScaddanIn May, 2007YBC Student, ,Ken Scadden, bowled in an IGBO-sponsored event at Cloverlanes in Rochester, NY with an entering average of 148. Bowling in the team, singles and doubles events, Ken placed 6th in singles, 1st with his team and 4th in all events. He even placed second in the scratch dividion and made money in the brackets. Aleta - "You are the most amazing coach ever. I thank you for my new confidence in bowling. I am forever grateful for your patience and teachings. Thank you Ken Scaddan p.s. still practicing and bowled a 667 triple tonight. First ever!" - Great Bowling, Ken!

Joy TrammellAfter two lessons with Your Bowling Coach, Joy Trammell, at an average of 128, shot 158-167-190 in league for a 515 series (that's a 171 average!).

Peter WagnerPeter Wagner, 15, shot a 300 game on 2-8-07 at Hazel Park in High School competition! Peter has taken lessons and gets his equipment at ASBW. Peter now averages 209!
Freda DumasFreda Dumas took 1 lesson and won the Singles Event (with a 646 actual/ 848 hcp) and All Events to become the 2007 Arbor Valley Women's City Tournament Champion! American Masters Champion, Vicki JensenVicki Jensen, after injury rehab, has been taking lessons and getting new equipment at Aleta Sill's Bowling World to bowl left handed this 2006-2007season. With a 112 average going into the city tournament, Vicki shot her first 500 left handed (158-179-187) for a 524/ 842 hcp) to become the 2007 Arbor Valley Women's City Tournament All Events Runner-Up!Pete BlugaPete Bluga, average 103, took a couple lessons and bought a new ball and on 2-10-07 shot a 185-129-128 for a 442 series at Drakeshire...133 pins over average!
Larry HarmonLarry Harmon came to the clinic at Grand Blanc Lanes and shot his first 300 game in league!
Michelle GrammaticaMichelle Grammatica from South Bend, Indiana, is the Indiana High School Bowling Association State tournament champion of 2007. Michelle is a high school junior and gets her equipment at Aleta Sill's Bowling World.Jenna Law- 2007 Class "A" MICHIGAN STATE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BOWLING CHAMPION!! Jenna attended summer camp and gets her bowling equipment from Aleta Sill's Bowling World.
Colleen SikoraWith lessons, and her new Ebonite Overtime drilled at ASBW, Colleen Sikora shot 660 in league, averaging 220! That is 198 pins over her average of 159! Way to Bowl Colleen!

Bill WatsonBill Watson has been taking lessons and shot his first 300 game! at Town and Country Lanes on 2-6-07! Way to Bowl Bill.

Art Doty, who averages 116, took a couple 1/2 hour lessons with Your Bowling Coach and he shot 153-169-185 in league for a 507! That's 159 pins over average, or 53 pins per game! Way to Bowl Art!

Brian O'NealBrian O'Neal took 1 lesson and 2 days later shot 300 on his way to becoming the American Masters Champion at Mayflower Lanes on 12-3-06! Way to Bowl Brian!

 

Dan LorenskiDan Lorenski says "I’d like to thank ASBW for all their help and encouragement. When I first started lessons I was averaging in the low 180’s and never had a 700 series. After working on my game, my high average is 224 and I have had a total of nine 700 series in the 2006 season. I’m 62 years old and am bowling better than I ever imagined. Many thanks to Aleta, Michelle and Lisa!!" Dan Lorenski of Grand Rapids, Michigan Tyler VanceTyler Vance was a 110 average before lessons. He now averages 169 in the Country Lanes Youth League. Congratulations to Tyler for increasing his average almost 60 pins!Patty GibsonPatty Gibson raised her average 12 pins from 195 to 207 after taking lessons. On 4/1/06 she shot a 290 game, 1 week after getting her new Ebonite Overtime at Aleta Sill's Bowling World. Way to Bowl Patty!
Penny LaperriereOn March 26, 2006, Your Bowling Coach Student, Penny Laperriere became the AAW (Ann Arbor Women's) 500 Club Singles Tournament Champion, shooting her highest game ever of 233 and highest series of 556! And in the local UAW tournament in January, 2006, shot 551! Penny attended the 2005 Your Bowling Coach Summer Camp, has taken lessons and has her equipment drilled at Aleta Sill's Bowling World. At an average of 134, Penny received the USBC Most Improved Average of 21 pins at Maplewood Lanes in Saline, MI, on April 12, 2006. Way to Bowl Penny! Richard WarrenRichard Warren, 2005 3-day Your Bowling Coach Summer Camp student and 2005 Grand Blanc Lanes Half-day clinic student reported in Aprils of 2006 that he has increased his bowling average by 14 pins to a 224. On March 17, 2006, in his league, Richard also shot a a 278-233-299 for an 810 series - his first 800 series! "I would like to thank you both (Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen) for the hard work that you both put in to help every student. Keep up the great work!" (Note: Richard Warren wrote an article in Bowling This Month magazine about the Average Builder Your Bowling Camp Summer Camp.) Way to Bowl Richard!
Ryan SochockiRyan Sochocki shot his first 300 and his his high series on December 19, 2006, at Indian Lanes in his SYC League.- a 726 series! On January 1, 2007, Ryan qualified first in the Junior Gold tournament at Vision Lanes defeating 22 other boys to earn a spot to bowl in the Junior Gold Championship in Buffalo, NY in July. Way to bowl Ryan!
Vernon Allen IIVernon Allen II shot his first 300 game!Vernon took a lesson with Michelle Mullen and then shot 255, 241, and 300 for a total of 796. Vernon thanks Michelle for "helping me control my arm swing." Way to bowl Vernon!
American Masters Champion, Vicki JensenCongratulations to Vicki Jensen for her October 9, 2005 tournament win to claim the first American Masters Champions title of the new 2005/2006 bowling season in the 206 and under Handicap Division. Vicki defeated Tony Phair in her first match play game to advance to the championship round to face the Tournament High Qualifier, Rick Heintz II. Vicki would like to thank Aleta Sill's Bowling World proshop for drilling her equipment that helped her to place first in the tournament. Way to Bowl Vicki! American Masters Champion, Rick GilmerCongratulations to Rick Gilmer for his tournament win to claim First Place title in the American Masters Champions 206 and Under Handicap Division on Jan. 8, 2006 at Astro Lanes. Richard defeated Patty Staley match play game to advance to the championship round to face the Tournament High Qualifier, Charles Langham. Rick would like to give special thanks to Aleta Sill's Bowling World proshop for coaching and drilling of his equipment that helped him to place first in the tournament for a SECOND time . Way to Bowl RICK! American Masters Scratch Champion, Charles CainCongratulations to Charles Cain for his second, First Place title in the American Masters Champions on June 11th at Taylor Lanes. Previously, Charles won a First Place title in the American Masters Champions 221 Scratch Division on December 11, 2005 at Astro Lanes. Charles defeated co-high qualifier, Tim Rosso, in match play to advance to the championship round to face another tournament cp-high qualifier and AMBT Hall of Fame member, Bill Haynes. Charles would like to give special thanks to Aleta Sill's Bowling World proshop and to Lisa Bishop for the drilling of his equipment and to Michelle Mullen for personal coaching. Way to Bowl Charles! (NOTE: For 2005-2006 Charles previously had a top four finish and a second place finish in American Masters tournament play to move him up in performance points standings.) won his 2nd American Masters Championship on June 11 at Taylor Lanes. Charles not only won, he averaged 240.7 to do it! Phenomenal bowling! (I have to work on pics of our staff...Charles actually works for us.)
Jim KittoCongratulations to Jim Kitto, a USBC certified coach in Flint, Michigan at Grand Blanc Lanes. Jim shot 242-235-227 for his first 704 Series on January 23, 2006. Jim is 69 years young! Way to Bowl Jim! Aaron Radner Aaron Radner, age 11, a Your Bowling Coach student who averages 110, shot 111, 164, 181 for a 456 Series! on 1-27-07 in the Country Lanes Youth League. Way to Bowl Aaron! Jessica GuertinJessica Guertin, a Milford High School sophomore and Your Bowling Coach student shot 300 in November 2005, and is February, 2006, Jessica became the Division One MICHIGAN STATE HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BOWLING CHAMPION!! Jessica also has her equipment professionally prepared at Aleta Sill's Bowling World thanks to the team coach, Keith Guertin. Way to Bowl Jessica!
Scott Hinger, 16-year-old Your Bowling Coach student, shot his first 300 in Feb. 2006 in a high school hi low dbls tournament. Way to Bowl Scott! Jane RoseJane Rose is from New York and drives in for lessons with Your Bowling Coach. She shot her personal best 157-187-165 for a 509 Series in early 2006! She averages 135. Congratulations Jane!Theresa Beltowski took 4 lessons with Your Bowling Coach and increased her average 12 pins to 160! Congratulations Theresa!
Walter LittmanThis is Walter Littman, 75 years young. Walter is the longest playing member in his Temple of Isreal league of over 40 years. After Taking lessons from Your Bowling Coach, Walter's hard work is paying off. On February 5, 2006 Walter bowled games of 247-235-228 for a 710 Series; his first 700 in over 15 years! Congratulations Walter! Katelyn CarneyYour Bowling Coach student, Katelyn Carney, has been struggling to average in the low 50's during her first year of league competition in 2005. However, after just one lesson with Michelle Mullen, Katelyn has recorded four consecutive weeks of personal record high games culminating in a 127! UPDATE: In March, 2006, Katelyn Carney has a new high score of 132. Her game included a spare followed by 3 strikes in a row for her first "turkey"! Way to Bowl Katelyn Carney! (From Katelyn's proud father, Sean Carney)Lee PiersonYour Bowling Coach student and high school sophomore, Lee Pierson, bowled his first 300 game in the first annual Wayne County Tournament in January 2006, and he is also having a great time bowling for his high school - Divine Child. Lee also finished the season as first Runner-Up in the Michigan High School Association State Championships. "In his beginning foundation [lessons with Your Bowling Coach], by teaching him the approach, stance, timing and giving him the confidence needed, he has surpassed our best wishes for him. His strong approach and good attitude are what you taught him and we thank you so very much." (from Lee's mom, Carol Pierson) Way to Bowl LEE!
Mark BlackmonYour Bowling Coach student, Mark Blackmon, returned to bowling from a leave of absence and had his bowling ball thumb holes re-fitted and drilled at Aleta Sill's Bowling World, and shot 300 on 12/12/05 at Royal Lanes! Way to Bowl Mark!Jessica MartinThis is Jessica Martin, age 14, from Hungtingtown, Maryland who came to Your Bowling Coach for lessons. Jessica Martin recently bowled in a local tournament, the Scratch Invitationals. With an entering average of 161, after 4 rounds of qualifying and match play, Jessica shot her highest set ever: 599; and her highest game ever of 247. She finished in 5th place over all averaging 182.83 for 24 games. Congralulations, Jessica! Andy TeeplesHigh School sophomore and Your Bowling Coach student, Andy Teeples, shot a 300 and 756 series in December 2005. Andy also has his equipment drilled at Aleta Sill's Bowling World. Way to Bowl Andy!
Tim Biermann"Hi Michelle, I just wanted to thank you for all your help with my bowling. Everything you taught me on how to improve my timing is finally, finally starting to sink in. I am much more consistent now. When I do start to regress into my bad habits, I literally picture you standing behind me and nudging my elbow to get my swing started first; this seems to work for me. My last four series in league play have been well into the 600's, with 697 being my best ever. Now to get to 700. So, thank you again; bowling was fun before I took any lessons from you, but now its a BLAST." - Tim Biermann Janeen Foreman has been bowling for six or seven years and began lessons with Your Bowling Coach in 2002 at a group lesson. She "saw improvement immediately," Janeen continued with the lessons and changed from a 'traditional' ball, to a finger tip grip with throwing a slight hook. In 2002, her average was around 120 - 125. In 2005, Janeen's current average is 162, and she continues to take lessons. "In November of 2005 I bowled my highest game so far, a 234 and my highest series so far, 192-178-208 for a 578. I say "so far," because I feel a 600 this year (2006). I know I can do it. I've become much more consistent AND you've (Your Bowling Coach coaching) helped me to learn to adjust to the changing lanes. I appreciate all your help, I seriously could not have improved like this without it." ~ Janeen Foreman of Canton, Michigan
Charles CainCongratulations to Your Bowling Coach student and Aleta Sill's Bowling World employee, Charles Cain, who shot his first ever 300 game in November of 2005 and also finished 2nd in a 2005 American Masters tournament. Way to Bowl Charles!
Stephen KeppelStephen J. Keppel of Howell, Michigan took a series of lessons from Aleta and Michelle in February and March of 2005. In December of 2005, Stephen shot his FIRST EVER 300 Game at Striking Lanes in Hartland! And, he has increased his average to over 200. "I'm a firm believer "SWING IS KING"." - Way to Bowl Stephen!Colleen HoffmasterIn early 2006, Colleen Hoffmaster, a Royal Oak, Michigan, Shrine High School 12th grade bowler and Your Bowling Coach clinic student, bowled a 193 and 210 in a meet to help her team take both Baker games. Colleen bowled five strikes in a row to help her team win! "I (Maureen Hoffmaster - Colleen's mom) attribute a lot of it to your (Your Bowling Coach) clinics that she took over the summer and her new bowling ball - seems a lot of the kids in her school ( boys and girls) have watched her bowl with her new ball and have gotten the exact same ball! I am SO thrilled that I found you and Aleta and that Colleen LISTENED to you and her game has improved so much. Thanks again, Michelle!" - Maureen Hoffmaster (Colleen's proud mom!) Bob Casey, Jr.Your Bowling Coach student, Robert J. Casey, Jr., bowled a 724 in his Sport bowling league in November of 2005 with his personal best series 244-265-215. Bob currently holds the "high handicap series" in the league with an 820. "I couldn't have done this without your wisdom, guidance and support, Michelle. Two 700+ series in 8 days? I can't believe it. I feel so lucky to have you as a coach. Thanks for everything," Bob - Way to Bowl Bob Casey !!
Scott WilliamsYour Bowling Coach student , Scott Williams, took two semi-private lessons and increased his average by 29 and 30 pins in two of his leads. Way to bowl Scott!Don Coughlin, Jr.Don Coughlin, Jr. began bowling in September of 2004, and he has been a Your Bowling Coach student. Congratulations to Don who won the USBC Regionals in Saginaw, MI in April of 2005. Then, Don placed 13th at USBC Nationals in July of 2005 where he held a 184 average. Way to bowl Don!  
Aimee BartrumYour Bowling Coach student and Hartland High Schooler, Aimee Bartrum, successfully increased her high school competitive bowling average by nearly 50 pins after one year of Your Bowling Coach instruction with Michelle Mullen. In fact, Aimee held the Eagle's High Average for the 2004/2005 school year, and she also had the fifth-highest average in the Kensington Valley Conference, finishing 21st in a highly competitive regional tournament that included 94 bowlers. Way to bowl Aimee Bartrum! (Information from Livingston Sports in Green Sheet HomeTown News, April 10, 2005 by Rick Shepich, Daily Press & Argus.) Heather KazHeather Kazimierczuk, a Waterford Kettering high school junior, is a Your Bowling Coach student who freshened up her timing after a few lessons to go on to place FIRST in Singles in the YABA Michigan State Tournament on May 1, 2005, and Heather won the girls Oakland County Championship with a pin total of 710 for three games, seven pins better than the boy's winner! Way to bowl Heather! Heather, who has bowled since age five, was featured in the Detroit Free Press on Jan. 27, 2006 as a PREP STAR who plans future careers in interior design and professional bowling.In a March 2005Donna Adamek www.Bowl.com on-line poll, Donna Adamek received 1,725 votes for the honor of "All-time Greatest Female Bowler." Aleta Rzepecki Sill came in 12th with 263 votes. Congratulations to Donna and Aleta.
Minneapolis Women's Bowling Association with Aleta and Michelle in 2005
Minneapolis Women's Bowling Association members at their 2005 clinic with Your Bowling Coaches, Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen. SEE! Your Bowling Coach and the Digital Coach are TOTALLY PORTABLE!
"I learned more in this one day than I have in over 30 years of bowling. Michelle and Aleta were extremely helpful and patient. Thanks." - Lori Heit
"Michelle and Aleta were awesome! They show their passion to make you a better bowler. I hope I can attend another clinic in the future." - Tina Erickson
"Wonderful clinic - personal, hands-on coaching was awesome! Great teachers! Thank you MWBA for this opportunity" - Nancy Lund

The Minneapolis Women's Bowling Association (WBA) Your Bowling Coaches - Michelle Mullen and Aleta Sill (Photo by V. Manning)offered a clinic to their bowlers at Spectrum Lanes in Maple Grove on September 10th and 11th, 2005 with Your Bowling Coaches, Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen. The bowlers were put at ease with a little "get to know you" session and then sent to the lanes to warm up prior to being video taped by the Digital Coach and analyzed by the coaches. Each bowler was given an improvement plan, and went back onto the lanes to practice and receive one-on-one instruction with Michelle and Aleta. The coaches also covered spare shooting and lining up on the lanes for spares. The clinic was geared to the under 170 average bowlers to give them more hands-on experience on the lanes with qualified coaches.

(Information provided by WBA Minneapolis President Val Manning.)
"Both Michelle and Aleta were very professional, passionate and personable and put people at ease immediately. You could tell the coaches cared about the success of each of the bowlers." - Val Manning
T J CentersCongratulations to Your Bowling Coach student, 11-year-old T.J. Centers, who was runner-up in the National Keystone Tournament and who shot his first 300 on April 10, 2005. Way to bowl, T.J. !In the final edition of the Women's International Bowling Congress (WIBC) Frames & Lanes, vol. 5 no. 3, spring/summer 2005 reminds bowlers of the WIBC's highest achievements, including Highest Team Game of 1,328 in 1998 by Contour Power Grips - members include Aleta Sill's Bowling World's own Aleta Sill (pictured top left) and Lisa Bishop (pictured bottom right). Other teammates were Cyndi Black, Kathy Kaislip and Jeannie Gebbia. The record still stands!!1998 Contour Power Grips Team holds the Highest Team Game record with WIBC.Gabe FazekasGabe Fazekas, a Your Bowling Coach student, had a great series in November 2004 against some Hall-of-Famers - 690 & 700 for two three-games series - and he won totals in his league! Congratulations GABE!
Karen GajdaKaren Gajda shot 209-232-278 for a 719 Series in the Women's Ann Arbor City Tournament to become the 2005 Singles Champion! Karen has been taking lessons with Michelle, Your Bowling Coach & is using her equipment drilled at Aleta Sill's Bowling World. Congratulations Karen!Addi Pointer - 2005 Michigan Class A ChampionAddi Pointer, a Your Bowling Coach student and graduate of the 2004 Your Bowling Coach Summer Camp, recently bowled her way to the 2005 Class A Michigan State Champion title ! CONGRATULATIONS ADDI! Also, Addi is a freshman in high school, and she gets her equipment professionally drilled at Aleta Sill's Bowling World.Lindi Koenig shoots a 299!Your Bowling Coach student, Lindi Koenig, bowled a 299 on January 18, 2005, and she receiving her 299 ring recently from Tri-City Bowling Association. Her average at the time was 138. Since this date she has been raising her average steadily each week, and it is now 149. Congratulations Lindi !
Aleta and Michelle "I just Terry Gerowwanted to let you know that I took your clinic in January at Grand Blanc Lanes and yesterday, in league, I bowled my first ever 700 series (707), 600 series (637) and then today I pre-bowled for next weekend and bowled my first 300 game! I'm estatic and wanted to let you know. My average is a 170, but going up after this of course. I wanted o say thanks again, for your help. Your clinic was very helpful." Thanks, Terry Gerow

Enzo Vennettilli's average in Jan 2004 was 162. Enzo took a series of 1/2 hour lessons with Michelle (Your Bowling Coach) & has raised his average almost 40 pins to his March 2005 average of 201! Great bowling Enzo!

Jonathan Morof took Your Bowling Coach's 2-hour Clinic on Jan 29, 2005 and on Feb 19, he bowled a 118 game & 294 series, almost 100 pins over average! Jonathan's averages 66. Congratulations Jonathan.

Andrew ZimdarsAndrew Zimdars has raised his average 14 pins from 126 to 140. He recently bowled a 181 and 177 in his league with his brand new Columbia Hyde drilled for him at Aleta Sill's Bowling World. In fact, he shot 215 his first game with his new Hyde! Andrew is a student of Your Bowling Coach. Congratulations Andrew!
Mud (Darlene) GunterIn early 2005, Aleta re-fit Darlene "Mud" Gunter, to get rid of a heavy callous and pain at the base of her thumb. Mud also took a couple lessons with Michelle Your Bowling Coach. Mud is now pain-free and and shot a 297 game and series of 757 and 772. Mud's 2004-2005 averagewas 209. Congratulations, MUD! UPDATE: In 2004-2005, MUD carried a composite average of 204 over 4 leagues. In 2005-2006, Mud carries a composite average of 214, 10 pins higher! High last year was 209...this year is 220! Excellent Bowling Mud!David BrewerHigh school bowler and Your Bowling Coach student, David Brewer (avg. 160), shot his highest game of 255, and highest series of 671 in early 2005! Great bowling David!

Billy BesseyHigh school bowler, Billy Bessey (avg. 172) has been taking lessons with Michelle and with the new Columbia Panic drilled at Aleta Sill's Bowling World, Billy shot 695! Then, at the Michigan High School Regional Qualifier on Feb 25, 2005, Billy shot 259-235-214, for his first 708 Series to qualify for State Finals! Billy has raised his average over 30 pins to over 200. Congratulations Billy!

Your Bowling Coach student, Scott Jones, Scott Jonesshot an 800 series recently, and then he shot his first 300 game. Congratulations Scott!
Rick Gilmer Rick Gilmeris an American Masters Champion who won the event at Astro Lanes on 12/12/04. Rick is a student of Your Bowling Coach, Aleta Sill. Congratulations Rick!Jeff BrownYour Bowling Coach student, Jeff Brown, as a high school senior graduating from Clarenceville High School in 2005, placed 3rd in the Michigan High School state tournament. On February 6, 2006, as an adult league bowler, Jeff had 23 strikes in a row in league for a 300 and 296 at Country Lanes. Congratulations Jeff!
"Michelle, I had a lesson with you this past Saturday (Dec. 11, 2004). Well, working on getting the correct start, release and adding an old ROBY (it was a brown one) to the mix seemed to help big time. (In league) we took all 7 and I shot 691, which is my 4th all-time series high in league play and my highest series this decade! Good to get the 2nd half off to a good start." TM Pappas
Dear Aleta: "At the time my one-hour lesson at Country Lanes in October, 2004, my league average was 190. In the seven weeks since that lesson, I have increased my average to 199, and in the last three weeks of league competition I have averaged 222. The scores during this three-week span have been 716, 655, and 629 (3-game series scores). I continue to work on the assignment that was given that day of the lesson, and I look forward to another visit (with you) in the near future. This change in my game has me looking forward to tournament participation. I cannot adequately express my appreciation for your expertise and the ability to convey the proper changes to my game." Robert Tompos of Taylor, Michigan
Sven FrasierSven Frasier shot 300 with his newly drilled Intense Inferno. Congratulations Sven!
Sean McGrath"Some time ago I sent an accomplishment of mine to you for your site. Well, I have better news! Though I haven't beat that 200 game, I have beaten that 514 series. On Oct. 31, 2004 I bowled my overall best ever. I shot 161, 181, and 191 for a 533 series. It was a great feeling to have done that. I had only 5 open frames on the entire series. (Hardly any strikes, rest spares) Again, the Spare Shooting Clinic of yours came through! On top of all this, when I finished last season with only a 120 average. Well, now that the first 13-week session of the main league has ended, I can proudly say that my average has jumped up 21 pins in 13 weeks - from 120 to 141! I have to thank you for my success! Thanks again! Sean McGrath, age 14, bowls at Collier Lanes in Michigan.Your Bowling Coach student, Jimmy Figuerosa, from Grand Rapids, Michigan, recently had the staff at Aleta Sill's Bowling World re-fit his equipment, and he took a private lesson from Your Bowling Coach. He now averages 204! Last year's average was 170! Jimmy improved his average over 30 pins!"Congratulations to Eric Jensen from Milan for his 244 to 236 victory over Bob Frink from Washington in the 2004 American Masters Nortel Lanes Classic held in Monroe, Michigan. Jensen waded through the winner's bracket to earn the top seed position, then survived a championship match that went the distance to earn his first title over Frink. Jensen's 244 to 236 victory earned him a title, a $400 prize check, and a $50 Perfecta-Grip certificate." Your Bowling Coach, Michelle Mullen, coaches Eric Jensen. Information Provided from American Masters November 14, 2004. www.AmericanMastersBowling.com.
"Aleta, I just bought the Wired (ball) from you, and I would just like to thank you for the time you put into making sure that was the ball that fitted what I wanted it to do. I would also like to thank you for fixing the problem that someone else had messed up on my span. I would just like to tell you to keep up the good work, and you will see me back because I will not buy from anyone." Ryan Burk
Michelle "I am 10 over average on my Mon. nite league, 20 over on my Tues. nite league. I just shot a 686 on my Mon. nite league. Out of the gate I shot a 266. A 193, and a 227 followed. This is the first 600 series I have shot during a league; not only is it my first but dang near a 700 (a 686). I also won the first over average jackpot and the 190 and under jackpot. My Mon. nite team is undefeated we are 20-0-1, and in first place by 7 points. I can't thank "Ricky's Angels," enough. You, Lisa, and Aleta have really helped me come a long way with my game." Thanks, Rick Christian
 Sheri Verespej, recently won the 2004 OHIO STATE Sheri VerespejQUEENS tournament! Congratulations! Also, Sheri shot 300 on 10-18-04, just 6 days after re-fitting her Storm Trauma and taking her first private lesson with Michelle. Congratulations Sheri!
Bradley TumasBradley Tumas is 12 yearrs old, and he started taking lessons with Michelle Mullen (Your Bowling Coach) last year. He started with a 121 average a year ago. This year he ended with a 146 in a travel league and a 149 in his house league. Quite an improvment!

"Well last week I hit my highest series yet with a 164-190-190 ,with a 45 handicap this year and from 121 to 144 average. And our team came from 10th to tying for 3rd place. Your coaching was a big help in making me more consistent, and I, in turn, gave some pointers that maybe helped our team out. With more practice and getting a new ball from your place this year, I hope to see more 200 games. I only had two - a 212 and a 214 this year. You got me off to a great start. Thanks a lot." Sincerly, Larry Alcorn, Oxford, MI.

Lee PiersonLee Pierson, (age 14) recently finished Second in his Summer Wayne Scholarship League averaging 173. Lee won $600 in scholarship money, and he has raised his average over 35 pins in less than two years through instruction from Your Bowling Coaches. Way to go Lee !

Sean McGrathA while ago I took your spare shooting and general bowling clinics. After the first clinic, my average rose 6 pins in a matter of 3 weeks. (I had a 113, and I took it to a 119.) This is better than it sounds, since it was very far into the season. Then, shortly after the second clinic, I shot my best game ever and my best series ever in open bowling. I shot 165, 149, and 200, for a 514 series. 200 is my new high game. The spare shooting clinic was the one that really helped since I had huge trouble with spares. I picked up almost every spare I left. I had never shot a 500 series or a 200 game before, so this was great for me. I owe most of it to yours and Aleta's clinics, since I could never have done it without the spare help. Thank you very much!" Sean McGrath from Collier Lanes in Michigan

"Michelle, I want to thank you again for the awesome clinic you and Aleta provided for us. We all learned so much! The kids are very excited about their new focus. Having you come out could save me weeks of conditioning in the months before the actual practice season is allowed to begin. You both are wonderful teachers. You are very patient, kind and specific with each student. I hope you will be willing to return way out to Romeo." Nancy Simon ~ Romeo High School Bowling Team Coach"Hi Aleta - I wanted to let you and Michelle know how much I've been improving. I told you that i bowled my best series ever a few weeks ago: 190, 187, 199. This past Wednesday I bowled a 145, 162, 192. After my lesson with Michelle on Thursday, on our Saturday league I bowled a 145, 203, 162. That is only my 2nd 200 game! And to think, I was a 120 average bowler just a year ago. My average is now 144. I can't thank you enough and believe me, people ask me all the time what I've done to improve, and I point to your banner hanging at Superbowl and tell them, 'Aleta & Michelle are the best!' So, thanks again, and as I want to keep improving, I'm sure you haven't seen the last of me." Sincerely, Janeen Foreman "I just want to thank you, Aleta and Michelle for helping me with my game. You have helped me in just about every aspect of the game. Last Saturday I bowled a 175, 255, 234 for a 660 series. I could never thank you enough for what you have done for me; you two are the best in my book. After four of your classes, I feel more confident in myself, and this was one of my main problems - not believing in myself. But you believed in me every step of the way, and that really means a lot to me. THANKS ALETA AND MICHELLE! I'll be back for another one of your sessions in Grand Blanc around April." - Kyle Hughes
Robert SchlottaRobert Schlotta, age 12, averaged 142. He took Your Bowling Coaches' 2-hour clinic on Feb 21st, and the next week, shot games of 196, 195, 190 in his league on Feb. 28th, 2004 for a 581 series!Evan ZimdarsEvan Zimdars (age seven) achieved second place in Super Bowl's winter break no-tap tournament for youth bowlers. Aleta and Michelle coach Evan in bowling.Marie DemersMarie Demers has taken 3 classes with Your Bowling Coaches, and she started with an average of 65; she is now averaging 119. She is 71 yrs. young.

Jake ActonJake Acton (age 14) shot his first 600 series - a 625 - and took 2nd place for singles in the Youth City Tournament. Jake Acton bowls at Collier Lanes in Oxford, MI, and he is on the youth traveling league, also. Pro shp owners Rose and Woddy Colliers are proud of Jake. Recently, Jake was in a scholarship tournament at Collier's Lanes. "After the first 3 games of qualifying, I shot 243, 155, and 176 for a 573 series, handicap series (this was a handicap tournament) of 715. I qualified first for the stepladder finals, the second qualifier shot 660 handicap. After an hour of waiting, we faced eachother in a PBA format final. He was giving me 6 pins of handicap, but he shot 199. My 201, though, was good enough to beat him. In the tenth frame I had to mark, and I left a solid 7 pin off a great shot. I picked that up, then had all I had to do was keep the ball on the lane to win. I thank you guys for that 7 pin spare, if it wasn't for you, 7 times outta 10 I woulda missed it. Thanks!" Jake Acton

"I just wanted you to know that the three times we met resulted in my averages in both leagues going from high 130s to low 140s to 162 average in both of my leagues. Thank you very much!!" Good luck and once again thank you." Sincerely, Rick Christian.

Jon KibbyJon Kibby, Since taking clinics from 'YBC', Jon raised his average from 85 to 121 (Almost 40 pins!) , and he shot 161,167,174 for a 502 series in his league.

Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen with Kristin"Kristin has been bowling way above her 98 average since taking lessons from the two of you. She even has two games of 137 and 136. Thanks so much for getting her in the correct starting position to bowl these games at her age (9)." Don Larkin (Kristin is the nine-year old pictured with Aleta and Michelle.)

Andy Osip, Sr. bought a V2 particle ball at Aleta Sill's Bowling World and shot 300 and 299 games.

Before Bonnie Hubbard took a 4-hour Your Bowling Coach class she averarged 172. After the clinic, Bonnie shot her high game of 244. UPDATE: Also, Bonnie shot 190, 227 & 204 for a 621 series a month after the clinic!

"I just wanted to let Aleta and Michelle (Your bowling Coaches) know that my average was 136, and on 2/7/04 I took the spare shooting clinic, and I just bowled four fantastic games - a 157, 156, 172 and my personal best - a 184. Thank you so much for all your help ladies. I look forward to seeing you again and getting even more tips." Bob King

Christian Shafer"Dear Aleta and Michelle, In his league last night (jan. 23, 2004) at Colonial Lanes in Ann Arbor, Christian Shafer shot 806! 259 - 268 - 279 (first eight strikes) with a Time Zone. I am so happy and proud that I can hardly speak, or type, or think. Thank you both so very much." From Christian Shafer's dad, Kent. (Christian is pictured here.)

Debbie MalottDebbie Malott, who has been averaging anywhere from 125 to 131 over the years, improved her average to 145! That is a 15 to 20 pin increase in average!

Kirk Lane"After lessons with Michelle and an upgrade in equipment from Aleta Sill's Bowling World (ASBW), I've seen my scores jump dramatically. I have been a 160-average bowler for years and now, but with Michelle's help and a new ball, I'm hitting 200+ games weekly. I bowled my first two 600+ series in my last two weeks at 601 and 641, including a 227, 234 & a 245 game! I am so excited to show up to bowl!" Kirk Lane
Tim EmertTim Emert took one lesson from Aleta and shot a series of 824 during his league with a 299 game.
Danielle ElswickYour Bowling Coach student Danielle Elswick won the Keystone Junior Bowlers Tour Tournament Dec. 16th, 2003 in Toledo, OH. Her average is 152. She bowled games of 200, 178, 248, and 156 for a 782 series. Danielle shot shot 176 in her match play game.
Carl WatkinsCarl Watkins took one lesson with Your Bowling Coach Dec. 2003 and then shot 223, 300, 236 for a fabulous 759 personal high series. Also, this was Carl's first 300 game in 45-years of bowling. Tremendous!
Ken PollenzYour Bowling Coach student, Ken Pollenz, just bowled his first ever 700 series - a 745. Way to go Ken!
Chris BrugmanYour Bowling Coach, Chris Brugman, recently won an American Masters tournament which is his first tournament win. We are so proud of your excellent effort, Chris! Also, Chris (who has been taking semi-private lessons) shot his first 300 in one A.M. tournament the day after a YBC semi-private lesson
Mark BlackmonMark Blackmon shot 300 with the V2 strong drilled at Aleta Sill'sBowling World. He also took a lesson from Michelle Mullen after he bowled his 300.
Brian SharpYour Bowling Coach student, Brian Sharp (age 13), has ony been bowling for two years, and he started taking lessons in April 2003. Brian began averaging 159; since his lessons he has been averaging 183. In a recent league session, he shot 860 for 4 games. In that set he shot a 290 game. NEW: Brian also recently received a medal for THE MOST IMPROVED YABA BOWER IN MICHIGAN, raising his average 41 pins, from 127 to 168, in one season!

Kelli Skarritt and Andrew RiniMixed doubles partners Kelli Skarritt and Andrew Rini finished 1st place in the Michigan YABA State tournament division A. They shot a 1391 for mixed A division. "This picture was taken after Kelli and Andrew finished 1st place in the Michigan YABA State tournament. Kelli had previously taken lessons (from Your Bowling Coach) prior to this event. She has really improved." from Kelli's dad, Gary Skarritt
Katie SierackiJunior bowler, Katie Sieracki, ended her youth doubles season recently, and she has increased her season average by an amazing 15 total pins. Your Bowling Coach is proud of their student, Katie, for such an accomplishment!
Andrew WebbAndrew Webb (above) recently took a series of lessons when he was averaging just 127; then Andrew shot a 473 series (157 avg.) and 573 (191 avg.) series back-to-back.
John Putz"Needless to say, if I had not received your fine and comprehensive instructions, I would still be looking for my first 300. You and Aleta deserve all the credit for helping me reach the next level in my game. Thank you." John Putz John Putz bowled his first 300 game on 3/14/03 after 30 years of bowling.
On Sunday, December 14, Thomas Bialecki of Lambertville, MI shot a 300 and a 782 series thanks to Aleta's coaching and the Phenom she drilled up for him. Thomas also mentioned that the lane play advice he received was valuable in an oily condition. He has been working hard to keep his armswing from wrapping around his back and "the results have been spectacular". "Thank you for the time, lessons and encouragement. You two are the greatest." - Thomas Bialecki Lambertville, MI.
Michael KielMichael Kiel - update - took a semi private with his father a few weeks ago and shot his first 700 series! Dear YBC - I am very pleased to report to you that after the lessons I took from you my consistency has improved greatly. I recently won the Michigan High School Bowling All Star tournament with my first 300. I know for a fact that I couldn't have done it without your help, mainly because the ball I used, the Adrenaline, was the ball you help me pick out. Plus the position of the ball during push a way caused me to be consistent with all 12 being solid flush shots. Thanks a lot! Michael Kiel
Michelle FeldmanMichelle Feldman, PWBA touring pro, speaks highly of Aleta Sill's coaching and friendship. "She (Aleta) has been here for me for 8 years as a friend, but I would also say that about 70% of my bowling is because of Aleta Sill. She has helped me so much with my equipment and my physical game. She would be the one person I'd go to if I needed help. She is the smartest bowler I can think of. I would trust her to put it together for me when there's a problem."
T J CentersSusan Tousignant, Ten-year-old, T.J. Centers' aunt wrote to say that TJ had a great time at the grand opening of Aleta's Bowling World. When T.J. started taking lessons from YBC in June of 2002 he had just turned 9 and his average was 134. By the end of the 2002-2003 bowling season, his average jumped to 164. And he added another 5 pins after he attended your bowling camp in July. He now has an average of 169! Thank you for all your guidance and support. You have made a huge difference in T.J.'s life. You both are truly wonderful coaches and T.J. is looking to many more years of lessons from you both. P.S. - He just loves his new V2 ball! - Aunt Sue
Senior bowlers with Aleta and Michelle and Mary FassetSeniors, including 96-year-old Mary Fasset (front right), enjoy and benefit from clinics with Your Bowling Coach just as much as any one.
Lee and Joe PiersonAfter four lessons each with Your Bowling Coach, Lee Pierson bowled 80 pins over average in the 2002 Coca-Cola tournament in Michigan. Joe (right) bowled 60 pins over in the same tourney. Lee also bowled his first 200 game. His average is 140. Lee (left) and Joe Pierson of Michigan.
Megan ConnerMegan Conner, a sophomore at Homewood-Flossmoor H.S. in Illinois and who has been taking bowling lessons from Michelle Mullen since the beginning of 2001, recently bowled her high series in the child/adult league - a 659. "Last night was the best night of my life, though. I was just so excited." (Her series was 243, 226 and 190.)
Dear Aleta & Michelle: I wanted to personally thank both of you for helping my daughter, Nicole Orbik at Burr Oak Bowl in Blue Island last Sunday. Nicole is bowling even better now, and appears to have more confidence in her game. Both of you are THE BEST instructors around, and I hope you continue to come out to Chicago area. I wish Nicole was residing closer to you so she could get more lessons. Michelle, I took your advice, and I got Nicole some Dexter SST1 bowling shoes. I hope to see both of you on TV again beating those youngsters! Greg OrbikJimmy ChronisterI'm Jimmy Chronister. I'm 15 years old, and I'm from Evergreen Park, IL. I have been going to Michelle Mullen for bowling for aobut four years. When I started with Michelle coaching me, I had a 110 average; now, I'm a 175 average. Just a couple weeks ago, I did an all-day school with Michelle and Aleta and my personal game was at its worst. however, the next day, I had my high school bowling tournament at Brother Rice High School. After the all-day shool, I shot a six game total of 1232. So thanks again for your help, Michelle and Aleta! (Feb. 2002) -- Jimmy Chronister of IllinoisJames ConnerMichelle and Aleta--Thanks for all your help during 2002. All your advice and instruction really paid for me this year. I bowled in two leagues and finished with a 200 plus average in both for the first time ever. My Friday night team, where I averaged a 203 finished in first place and My Sunday league where I average a 206, finished 3rd. I had a great season. Thanks again for all your help. When it comes to bowling instructions, you two are the greatest. James Conner Flossmoor, Illinois

Dave GoadDave Goad - Dave's mother, Jane, wants to thank Your Bowling Coach for helping twelve-year-old Dave improve his average by 2 to 4 pins each league week. Recently, Dave shot 609 - (222, 192, 195), 622 - (172, 195, 255), 618 - (214, 211, 193). Not bad for a 12 year old! Dave jumped in average from 148 last season to 160 this season since he started his lessons - needless to say the Goads are extemely grateful for all the help from YBC. David has been league bowling since he was about four years old and has always enjoyed the sport, but now he's excelling and really LOVES the sport! His goal is to beat his Dad''s 722 series before he turns 15 and of course, the ultimate goal of 300.
Reva Dougherty - 236 - 300 - 236 = 772. She did it!! My wife, Reava, bowled her first 300 game on Tuesday, December 17, 2002. Unfortunately, I was not there to see it, but I can tell you that she is absolutely thrilled. And so am I. She owes a lot to you, Michelle and Aleta. Mostly in helping her to have the confidence in her abilities. Your instruction and words of encouragement have contributed to another success story. Thank you so much. Ed Dougherty of Chicago, IL

Natalie MiskielNatalie says: You gals are great coaches, and since I have attended one of your clinics, I have done nothing but gotten better. I shot two 700 series (728 and 729). Then a couple months later I won my first big tournament. I was so happy. At every tournament that I have bowled in for MJMA (Michigan Junior Masters Association), I have either made the cut or been the alternate. Recently, I made first- team, all-metro high school for the city of Toledo. Basically, it is the all-city team. My average has improved greatly since last year. With twoweeks to go in league, I am at 196. Thanks for all the help you have given me. (March 2002) --Natalie Miskiel, a first-year college student, has been taking lessons and is averaging 201 now. Natalie just shot her first 800, 3-game series at 804. Natalie also has THREE - MJMA tournaments including the adult/Jr. with Lisa Bishop.

Miki GoldenerI thought the all-day clinic at Sterling Lanes was AWESOME! Being fairly new to the game, and never having the opportunity to really have any "Coaching", I really have come away with a new understanding of the game and how to become successful. The digital video system was a real highlight for me. Beign able to see yourself, and correct the things I needed to correct, was a real positive. Seing the results was like instant gratification, knowing that I am on the right track. Also, the two of you were very professional, and very knowledgeable, and you treated every individual player with respect, no matter what the level. You also gave us the confidence we needed when you sould see the improvements after only a few hours of practice. Your recommendations about equipmet and grip were great. i already took my balls in to get re-fitted, and I will be sure to clean them after each use from now on! I would recommend this clinic to any level of bowler who wants to improve his or her game. Thanks so much! -- Miki Goldener Note from Your Bowling Coach: Since the Jan. 19 clinic with us, Miki shot her first 700 series in her five-year-bowling career. Congratulations!
All because of YBC's labor of love of coaching and along with the confidence and belief that you both have in me, I am now the 2003 United Auto Workers National Singles Co-Champion which was held in Las Vegas, NV this past April at the Castaways Hotel and Resort Bowling Center. To be able to bowl well is good, but to be able to excel beyond expectations in a national tournament is a dream come true. I shot the second 300 of my career. What a thrill it is to be able to win a national title and shoot a 300 game on tough demanding conditions in front of my wife and friends. My games were 221-300-225 = 746. None of the above would have never happened without my "Bowling Coaches" Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen. Their coaching has improved my game to a level that I never thought existed. They have taken my game and raised the bar. The method and the way they coach is easy to understand. They make learning fun. I always thought "why do I need to see a bowling coach?" Bowling is something that I have always done for recreation and fun. But I was tired of missing easy spares and making too many bad shots. They have taught me a better way to bowl…and by looking at what I have achieved in just a few short years I am an Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen believer for life. Thank you Aleta Sill and Michelle Mullen Dave Jacobs from Canton, Michigan

Vicki JensenMichelle and Aleta - Last Thursday, Vicki Jensen (pictured at left) broke the Maplewood Lanes (Saline) 23-year house record by shooting 758 on games of 268, 236, 254. Thanks a lot, Michelle. In fact, I have not outscored Vicki since her lesson with you and Aleta. I am in serious danger of developing "dish pan hands." [loser does the dishes] I've been coaching Vicki almost daily for 4 1/2 years. I've never seen her make such a marked improvement with a single lesson but the improvement you made in her swing has yielded phenomenal results. Perhaps the best coaching I've ever done was encourage her to see you. Vicki also had her balls re-drilled and is bowling with much improved comfort--for that, I thank you even more. Eric Jensen

 

Wanda Mierzwinski , took her game from a 3-step to a 4-step delivery and improved her average to 148. She took 5th place last month in a Senior Tournament in Lansing, MI!

John Keselring of West Bloomfield, MI. (9/5/2002) I took a Your Bowling Coach (YBC) clinic at Century Bowl last week. You told us to send in success stories, so here it goes: I am 53 years old and have a 2001 year book average of 201. Last night was our first night of league bowling. I rolled a 776 series which included my second sanctioned 300 game (the other two games were 248 and 228). I don't think I will be able to maintain the 258 average but it was certainly a night to remember and a lot of fun. I really enjoyed your clinic. Thanks for everything.

Robert Rhodes came back to another clinic to learn more and show off his 299 and 800 series rings since attending a prior PBI Clinic with Michelle Mullen in Columbus, OH.

 

Travis Mewton recently bowled a 182 game in the league roll off to help his team take the league championship. (His average is 138.) Thanks for your help. We look forward to future lessons. Travis and Roy Mewton
Dave Thoresen Aleta, if you and Michelle ever need an aging "Poster Boy" for your outstanding bowling clinic, I will be more than happy to oblige. After having participated in your August 23 Clinic at Country Lanes (after nine holes of golf in the morning), I managed to put together a 208-221-188 = 617 series that evening at Country Lanes League Bowler's Appreciation Night. I used the Hammer the first game, the Brunswick Quantum the second game, and both the third game. Based on what you taught me, I'm much more relaxed and consistant. The possibilities are mind boggling once I get a glove to firm up my wrist and take to the lanes well rested. From one south-paw to another, best wishes to you both in this new endeavor.
Pat Okerstrom , came to a helf-day clinic to work on her game and weeks later led the Tri-City Tournamelt All-Events!

Note from Your Bowling Coach: Julie Todd, an Illinois high school bowler has been taking private lessons and participating in clinics. Recently Julie bowled a record 800 series, including a 299. The next week, she bowled her first 300 game. Congratulations!

 

YBC student Christine Martin, a 20-year-old, who traveled to Michigan for lessons with Michelle in October. Christine shot a 300 on November 2, 2003 after one of her sessions with Your Bowling Coashes.
Vernon Peterson, who has been working with Aleta for years, became the National Amateur Champion and earlier this year took some private lessons from Aleta and Michelle and cashed in for over $7,700 in a single tournament!CONGRATULATIONS to Markell Wells on his Mid States Masters Victory, the 2003 Bonanza Lanes Open Division Classic! The MSM Open Division Newsletter mentioned that "Mr. Wells also stated that he owes a lot of his success to Michelle Mullen and Aleta Sill, for fine-tuning his game with the lessons he has taken from them." I did well at the Coca-Cola tournament in Grand Rapids. They used my December average of 70. I bowled an 87, 110 and a 99. Your instruction really helped me with my game. Lydia Poloni

Just a note to let you both know how well the four "seniors" have done since attending your clinic in January. Our four man team has moved from 24th spot at the end of the first half in the Senior Classic League at Mayflower to 2nd in the second half. We have a position round next week. We are all pleased with the results of our lessons. Our team average has gone up and we are happy with our "new games". I personally have little problem with pain in my fingers and wrist as I had before you both showed me how to correct my approach. I have had three 700 series, three 279 games and a 289 game. We all thank you again and would recommend that anyone, regardless of age, attend one of your clinics. -- Ron Hellier

Thomas Bialecki says - Aleta and Michelle - I told you I would let you know how I did after my lesson on Monday. I shot a 681. My ball had more rotation, more hook, better carry, I felt more balanced, had better accuracy and I could hardly feel the weight of the ball. Putting the weight of the ball in my non bowling hand at delivery was the biggest help. Something so simple and yet very basic. It helped me to relax and that allowed the ball to react better. The higher back swing also helped me stay balanced at the line. I would like to come back in a few weeks and compare my videos to the pros again to see the improvements or find more bad habits. Thank you both for all your help. It was the best instruction I have ever had, and I've had a few.Hello ladies. Boy have your lessons paid off big time. Amanda ( the little one) has had nothing under 540 since she started wearing the wrist support. No more thumb burns either. Her average has gone up 5 pins in 3 weeks. Crystal is also now picking up spares much more consistently and had the following games: Tuesday night during practice while I was bowling league she shot 201-220-178- 297 The counter person witnessed the last game. Crystal said every strike was in the pocket. I was shocked and VERY VERY happy.!!!! She was speechless. Thanks Again. Mike Brooks

Things continue to improve. I made the semi-finals of my last MidStates tournament (Oak Lanes), 219 average for 9 games. I just wanted to thank you both for your considerable coaching expertise. You have helped my game so much in the few sessions we've had over the last couple of months; these results would not have been possible without the two of you! (February 26, 2002) Thanks - Scott Kapke

 

Thanks for the tip on the Ebonite TPS III, the guy we got it for is a 170 average bowler and he put up games in the lower 190's the first day using it. To say he is pleased is an understatement. He wanted me to pass his thanks to you both. - Dave Jacobs

I attended your clinic in Farmington on February 1. At that time, my league average was 81. Since that clinic, my league average has improved to 96. I have had a high game in practice of 166, a series (in practice) of 481, and I won the over-average jackpot at my league yesterday! I did have my ball regripped at Bowler's Aid, by Derek Retan, per your recommendation. My teammates were so impressed with the results, that my boyfriend took two balls to Derek for adjustment, and another teammate took her ball to Derek for drilling, travelling all the way from Warren and Roseville.I strongly recommend your clinic, and I hope to take another one from you sometime soon. I truly did not believe I was capable of bowling much above 100 -- ever. The thing that helped me most from the clinic was the mantra "step, out, down, back, slide." (March 4, 2002) Thank you! -- Kayne WisniewskiFirst Sanctioned 800 series for Dan Nicklin: I am very pleased to tell Your Bowling Coach that the time we spent together in Chicago in August 2002 has finally paid off. Two weeks ago I won an old-timers tournament in Brazil, IN. I led the qualifying and shot 248 in the finals to win by 26 sticks. Tonight, I rolled my first sanctioned 800 series. I had games of 279, 279, and 247. I left four 10-pins and one 8-pin. I missed the 10 in the first frame of the 3rd game, and I missed the 8 in the 11th frame of the last game. Guess I better be attending one of your spare shooting clinics. On a more serious note, I want the two of you to know just how much that I appreciate what you have done for my game, both physically and mentally. I promised you I have worked my tail off to be able to throw the ball the way that you wanted me to. It really works, and I never had any thoughts that it would not. I am proud to tell people that I have two of the finest coaches in the world. Appreciatively yours, Dan Nicklin
Steven Jacobs is lighting up the lanes. He has taken everything to heart from you showed him in the lesson that you gave him. Here are a few of his scores lately. Carol and I are so pleased. Not just with his scores and form; he is looking so good on the lanes and the pins are just falling his way now. So we owe you two a very big thank you. Michael Jacobs is doing well, also. His average is climbing every week since he saw the both of you.- Dad, Dave JacobsMy name is Tony Slezak, and I was at your seminar at Oakforest Bowl in February. I just want to thank you both for all the help. The professionalism you both showed to all the bowlers was amazing. Since I have been to your camp, my consistency with direction, release has improved, and the comfort I feel getting to the line feels effortless. Instead of throwing six or more errant shots in a three-game set, now it is down to 2 or 3. I recently shot a 756 series. Also, the releases that you showed me are definately helping. (March 9, 2002) Thank you! -- Tony Slezak

Shana Buckley took a couple private lessons and increased her average from 110 to 153 in the second half of the league season!

 

Vincent Beasley came to a clinic and reported to Your Bowling Coach that a few weeks later he shot his first 300 game!

Aleta & Michelle, both Carol and I can not thank you both enough. You not only got both of them back on track, but you did something even better - you both gave them confidence. No matter how much Carol and I tell them that they are good bowlers, hearing it from you two and having you show them more about the game has boosted their confidence to another level. Thank you both. -- Carol and Dave Jacobs, Michigan Note from Your Bowling Coach - LE$$ON$ Pay Off: Virgil Chandler took one lesson from Your Bowling Coach and won over $1500 in jackpots during a league week in 2002.Note from Your Bowling Coach - LE$$ON$ Pay Off: Melanie Greene has taken private and group lessons with Your Bowling Coach, and she won $500 in jackpots in league in 2002.
Kyle Christy (age 13) bowled in his league recently after a lesson with you, and even though his three teammates failed to show, he was still able to win three points. He won one game and actually won overall. He bowled a 158, 162, 168. This was quite an improvement being that his average was 139 going into the match. You mentioned that he seemed a little distracted while the lesson was going on. I asked him about it and he said he was watching the clock because he didn't want the lesson to end. He's young and willing and I think he could handle it. He enjoys learning to better himself. (December 29, 2001) Father of Kyle -- Kevin Christy Linda Weber says - "I would like to thank you both (Aleta and Michelle) for a wonderful bowling experience. I left that day with some understanding and knowledge about bowling. When I practice I now have a plan and what to work on. I am also writing this letter because, my ball finally fits my hand. My thumb has never looked this good. The ball feels really comfortable in my hand. I bought the apex adrenaline and practiced with it on oily lanes and can you say hook. I have never experienced that kind of hook. I love the ball, and I love how its drilled."Michelle and Aleta - I finally had a chance to look you up on the website. Wow! Its been a while since I've done any bowling or followed any bowling. I can say that I had no idea of the caliber of instructions we were getting and who we were getting them from. Guess I didn't do my homework. I truly appreciate the time that you spend with my boys, Lee and Joe (General Lee and Bullethead) on Wednesday mornings. I can see their confidence grow each week. I will look forward to our next training session with eyes wide open. With you help I can see great things in their future. - Carol Pierson
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