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Mr. Binkley, IM3 and Bowling Coach 2023-2024

2023 Bowling Tryouts
 
When:  August, Date will be provided
Time:   4pm - 6pm
Location: LTA
 
Please contact me at [email protected] if you are interested in trying out for next year's team.  There will be one team with boys and girls on the same team. You will need your own transportation to and from matches to be on the team.  The fee this year is $100.  Bowling shoes and lanes balls will be available if needed.
All students that are interested in trying out must have a physical to tryout.  All bowlers will need a physical and all information uploaded to FinalForms.  This also includes your birth certificate. You can find more information on the RVH athletic page:
 
Information about the Team:
 
Bowling is an official sanctioned high school sport.  You can letter in bowling and can earn scholarships.  All information and rules can be found on the TSSAA website.  https://tssaasports.com/
 
Coach: 
Coach Binkley - Teacher and Faculty Coach
 
Remind code for 2023-24 Bowling Team:  @bowling232
 
Bowlers:
The RVH bowling team follows the non-discrimination policy of Rutherford County Schools.  All students are welcome to tryout for the team and assistive equipment can be provided.  Please contact me if needed.
 
Summer: 
There will may be bowling practices over the summer, but bowlers should continue to practice on their own.  Call the local bowling alleys for rates and times.
 
Season: 
Matches tentatively will start at the end of September and end mid December before winter break.  Typically we will have two matches a week, Tuesday and Thursday. Matches start at 4 and end around 6.Last year, bowlers were dismissed around 3pm to get to the LTA.  I am not sure when we will be able to leave this year.  I will have more information at tryouts.  Half the season is at our house, Lane, Trains and Automobiles (LTA), the other half we will play at Smyrna Center (SBC), Strike and Spare (S&S), or in Franklin TN .  You must have your own transportation.  Coaches are not permitted to assist or arrange transportation.
 
Practice: 
Official practice will begin after tryouts.  As of now, it will be once a week, 4-6 on Tuesday or Thursday. There is no charge for practice. You must have your own transportation.
 
Fees and Costs:
2023-24 fee is $100 There is no charge for practice or matches.  RVH bowlers receive discount rates at S&S when they practice on their own during non-peak times.
 
Help and assistance:
Bowlers need to have their own equipment, but can use lane balls and shoes for no charge.  Also, if there 
is a problem with the fee, please contact me.  Coach John knows many people and has many connections. 
He can  sometimes find equipment at discounted prices.
 
  • Bowlers must maintain a C average or above in all classes
  • Bowlers must maintain good attendance (must be present day of match)
  • Bowlers must be in good standing with their teachers and follow school rules
RVH Bowling  2023-24 Season
:Coming Soon