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Bowling as a High School Varsity Sport in MA.

Bowling as a High School Varsity Sport in MA.

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Started by Anonymous 17 years, 8 months ago
This is a petition to recognize Bowling as a high school varsity level sport. School sports teach discipline, teamwork, and dedication. Bowling offers these same benefits, but to students that have been overlooked or are not currently participating in sports. Bowling promotes higher grades, lower dropout rates, a safe, clean, supervised, alcohol and tobacco-free environment. It also has no age, size, strength, or gender limitations. It is one of the few sports that families can participate in together. With your help we can make this happen. Right now there are 19 States that recognize bowling as a Varsity level sport, and maybe someday Massachusetts can join the ranks.

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December 19, 2008

I was just watching some kids practice at the lanes yesterday and it really hit me how much they deserve those varsity jackets just like everyone else. People keep messaging me about their own high school experiences which is honestly wild because it proves this isn't just about bowling but about finally letting these students feel like they belong on the team too.

December 19, 2008

I was looking at the screen and just realized how much energy is behind this movement now which feels wild because I remember just sitting on my couch thinking no one else would care about bowling being a varsity sport. It is honestly overwhelming to see so many people getting behind this even though it started as just a small thought I had while at the lanes last month.

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Kevin Gibson
17 years ago Featured

Bout time. 19 other states are already ahead of us on this.

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Sarah Quinn
17 years ago Featured

YES!! finally. so many kids who arent into the typical football or basketball stuff get left out. let them represent their school too.

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Mike Lane
17 years ago Featured

Bowling takes way more skill than people realize. My son loves it and honestly it keeps him busy and out of trouble. Why not make it official?

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