The BHS girls bowling team capped off an impressive season with a standout performance at the National High School Tournament held June 20–22 at The Palace in Columbus. Competing against a field of more than 250 of the nation’s top high school bowlers, the team showcased both depth and individual excellence throughout the three-day event.

BHS entered five athletes into the singles competition, and each delivered determined efforts on the lanes:

Gracie Hood led the way with a remarkable series of 192, 222, 213, and 238, finishing with a total of 865.

Chloe Heminger followed with games of 177, 257, 191, and 139 for a 764 series.

Addison Prosser totaled 594 (143, 127, 161, 163).

Rylee Anderson finished with 587 (148, 165, 131, 143).

Kodi Palmer added a 570 series (134, 164, 117, 155).

Hood and Heminger’s strong performances earned them spots in the first survivor round on Monday morning, advancing them into the tournament’s elimination phase.

In the opening survivor round, both bowlers remained competitive against the tournament’s elite field:

Chloe Heminger rolled games of 217, 191, and 176 for a 584 total, narrowly missing advancement by just seven pins.

Gracie Hood continued her dominant run, posting scores of 170, 236, and 245 for an impressive 651, securing her place in the next round.

Heminger’s near miss capped off a strong tournament performance and an outstanding high school bowling career. She will continue competing at the collegiate level after signing with Wittenberg College.

Hood’s momentum carried her into the final rounds, where the format shifted to a stepladder-style competition. In this format, the top seed waited in the championship match while the second, third, and fourth seeds battled in a one-game roll-off to determine who would advance.

Hood rose to the challenge, delivering a clutch 214 in the roll-off to defeat her competitors and earn a spot in the championship match.

The championship featured Hood against Ashlyn Teves of Illinois, the tournament’s top seed. Both bowlers delivered exceptional performances under pressure, setting up a dramatic finish.

Heading into the final frame, the match was still within reach for either competitor. Teves ultimately sealed the victory with a strike-filled 10th frame, finishing with a 258. Hood responded with a strong effort but fell just short, posting a 227.

With the result, Gracie Hood earned National Runner-Up honors, a tremendous accomplishment at one of the most competitive high school bowling events in the country.

Hood’s runner-up finish highlights a remarkable high school career and solidifies her place among the top young bowlers in the nation. She will continue her bowling journey at the collegiate level after signing with Mount Mercy University.

The BHS girls team’s performance in Columbus reflects not only individual talent but also the strength and growth of the program as a whole. Competing on a national stage against elite competition, the team demonstrated resilience and skill, making it a tournament to remember for players, coaches, and supporters alike.