Strikes, Smiles, and Statewide Celebration

Strikes, Smiles, and Statewide Celebration: Wrapping Up the 2025 State Bowling Tournament

This past weekend, November 15–16, the lanes were alive with energy, determination, and pure joy as more than 600 Special Olympics New Hampshire athletes competed in our annual State Bowling Tournament. Spanning nine venues across New Hampshire and Vermont, this cherished event brought together athletes, coaches, families, volunteers, and supporters for two unforgettable days of competition and community.

From candlepin to ten-pin, from first-time bowlers to seasoned competitors, every frame told a story of courage, effort, and the power of inclusion.

Celebrating Athlete Achievements

Across all nine venues, athletes showcased skill, focus, and sportsmanship—rolling strikes, picking up spares, and cheering one another on through every game. Many athletes achieved personal bests, earned medals and ribbons, and displayed the heart and determination that define Special Olympics competitions.

Full results from the weekend, organized by venue, can be found below:

Boutwell Lanes

Bowling Acres

Exeter Bowling Lanes

Funspot

Gold Crown Lanes

Lakeside Lanes

Maple Lanes

Yankee Lanes Keene

Yankee Lanes Manchester

A Community That Shows Up

A huge thank-you to the volunteers who helped manage scoring, awards, lane support, check-in, media, and more. Your enthusiasm, kindness, and dedication lift our athletes higher and create the welcoming environment that makes this event so special.

And to the families, fans, and local community members who came out to cheer—thank you for filling the lanes with excitement and encouragement. Your presence means more than you know.

Photo Gallery

Relive some of the best moments from the weekend through our photo collection:

From joyful celebrations to powerful displays of sportsmanship, the photos tell a story of pride, connection, and the unstoppable spirit of our athletes.

A Statewide Effort: Nine Venues, One Mission

We are incredibly grateful to the bowling centers who opened their doors—and their hearts—to make this truly statewide event possible:

• Boutwell Lanes (Concord)
• Bowling Acres (Peterborough)
• Funspot (Laconia)
• Gold Crown Lanes (St. Johnsbury, VT)
• Lakeside Lanes (Manchester)
• Yankee Lanes – Keene
• Yankee Lanes – Manchester
• Maple Lanes (Claremont)
• Exeter Bowling Lanes (Exeter)

Each venue played a critical role in ensuring athletes had a safe, supportive, and spirited environment in which to compete. Thank you to every staff member who helped keep things running smoothly all weekend long.

Thank You to Our Event Sponsor and Partners

This event wouldn’t be possible without the partnership and generosity of the organizations who stand behind our athletes.

A heartfelt thank-you to our State Bowling Tournament Sponsor, United Civil, whose support helps fuel unforgettable competitive experiences for hundreds of athletes each year.

We are also grateful to our additional partners and supporters who helped make the weekend a success:

• Boutwell Lanes
• Bowling Acres
• Claremont Center Storage
• Exeter Bowling Lanes
• Funspot
• Gold Crown Lanes
• Hypertherm Associates
• Keene State College
• Lakeside Lanes
• Maple Lanes
• TD Bank
• Yankee Lanes Keene
• Yankee Lanes Manchester

Your commitment ensures that athletes across the Granite State have the opportunity to shine, grow, and celebrate their achievements.