Oregon State USBC

I can't believe how fast the summer comes and goes.  Fortunately at this point it's still only the middle of July, but man, it is just flying by.  The Open Tournament came and went, and I feel for my first year, it was a success, but there is so much room for growth.

Some of you may wonder what exactly an association manager does in the summer.  I myself wondered that as well.  So far I find myself doing what I hoped:  seeking sponsorship for next year's tournaments and just overall trying to improve the tournaments in every way possible.  I've started to look at my position as an event coordinator, though it is far from only that.

In addition to the tournaments, the first ever Oregon Bowling Summit is almost here.  While I find that I'm a little nervous that I'm going to forget to do something I'm supposed to for the Summit, I'm mostly excited at the potential behind it. 

For those of you reading this who don't know what the Summit is (check out the Summit page!), it is where the local and state associations get together and vote on board members and legislation to try and improve our sport.  This year is special.  For the first time ever, we're partnering with the Oregon State Bowling Proprietors Association in an effort to work together to make the sport the best it can be.

It seems like a no brainer to some of you that of course we would work with the proprietors, how could we not?  Well some things just don't happen over night, but here we are, on the brink of some great possibilities.

As we continue to grow and change as an organization, your feedback is always welcome.  If you are a member, you have a voice and I'll try to always be listening.