Post by: Magic Carpet on March 01, 2004, 07:11:16 AM
I am hosting a Ball Reviews Gathering at my center in Winston Salem, North Carolina.
The date is May 28th 29th 30th.
The bowling center is:
Creekside Lanes
1450 Trademart Blvd
Winston-Salem, NC 27127
Here is a Yahoo map link you can click on to make it easy to find the bowling center.
http://maps.yahoo.com/maps_result?name=&ed=xelZFep_0Tp3I5uVt4vmVP_gvXmvdEZLAAZBo3wJj4MTfktKKm.Edy2zo9qV7EH0jReCcT1vZL5qXU9._GxmcxUI7lOfy4pjZbBw_4ja4zMHLLUF3kK6&csz=Winston+Salem%2C+NC+27127-5646&desc=&mag=9&ds=g&state=NC&uzip=&country=us&BFClick=&BFKey=&resize=s
The airport to fly into is Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, NC. The official designation GSO for websites that want the airport code.
This is a nice small airport that is only 20 mins. From the bowling center.
A good clean but CHEAP hotel near the center is:
Extended Stay America The Winston-Salem - Hanes Mall Blvd. location
http://reservations.extstay.com/extstay/dsprop.nsf/8149dd9bc61d30f6852568ea003f92ca/e226fd77314b0d5b852565710083585a?OpenDocument
Current rate $45 per night. For a single. I think a double is $10 more per night
Rates are based on single occupancy. All rates are subject to change without notice and are based on arrival date, length of stay and room type. Taxes are not included.
Directions From Airport to the hotel:
From the airport (Piedmont Triad Int'l Airport), travel west on Airport Pkwy./Bryan Blvd. approximately 1 mile. Travel south on Hwy 68 for approximately 2 miles. Take I-40 West and travel approximately 20 miles. Take Exit 189 (Stratford Rd.). Turn right onto Stratford Rd. and travel approximately 100 yards. Turn left onto Hampton Inn Ct. Extended Stay America will be on the right.
Hotel address:
1995 Hampton Inn Ct.
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Telephone: (336) 768-0075
Fax: (336) 768-7225
Miles From Piedmont Triad International Airport: 23
I did this about a year ago and the turn out was great with Ball Reviews posters coming from across the Country.
I know that new posters join the Ball Reviews forum every day and some of them may not know me.
I am a nationally known bowling coach and I get big bucks for making bad bowlers better and good bowlers great!
While this gathering is not a bowling camp I am offering some free coaching time to everyone that wants it. You can check out my website at www.bowl4fun.com
The gathering is about meeting the posters and having fun. We will have a handicap "bragging rights" tournament on a PBA pattern or Sport Shot.
The largest mall in the state is near by and Winston Salem is the home of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and we will be eating while they are still HOT.
If any of you are NASCAR fans we will be about 15 miles from Richard Childress Racing http://www.rcrracing.com/Home/home.asp
If this post needs more info or you have any questions just post them here and I will answer. Lots of people may have the same question.
Please post here if you plan to attend.
I would also like some feedback on how many of you would like to buy an event t-shirt. If I have enough interest I can have them made.
Ron Clifton
Edited on 3/1/2004 11:11 PM
Post by: Strider on March 02, 2004, 12:29:55 AM
Do you still have Harley's number?
Have SrKegler's pool stick and the Krispy Kreme hat ready.
Come on people, you don't want to miss this.
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Post by: ThongPrincess on March 02, 2004, 02:41:21 AM
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To err is human to be thonged is divine
Post by: Magic Carpet on March 02, 2004, 11:10:59 AM
Ball Reviews owner you are INVITED and please do come!!!
Ron Clifton
bowl4fun.com
Post by: Magic Carpet on March 03, 2004, 12:18:07 PM
Please come to the gathering.
You got lots of time to plan it out.You can even pick up your commision check for the month of May.
Ron Clifton
Post by: Magic Carpet on March 05, 2004, 07:02:28 PM
Post by: lexlefty on March 05, 2004, 07:29:08 PM
Is there a schedule of events for the weekend? Will there be activities all three days?
Post by: JOE FALCO on March 05, 2004, 07:59:17 PM
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Hit them light and watch them fight
J O E - F A L C O
Post by: Strider on March 06, 2004, 02:51:08 AM
Let's get more people signed up! Great coaching and a lot of fun.
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Post by: Brickguy221 on March 06, 2004, 11:38:26 AM
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Nothing hits as hard as an Uranium
Edited on 3/6/2004 12:34 PM
Post by: freedomrules3 on March 06, 2004, 08:26:22 PM
Post by: Magic Carpet on March 15, 2004, 09:57:55 AM
Also I am still waiting on some answers to the above ask questions.
SAWBONES???? I know you read EVERYTHING. Answer UP!
Ron Clifton
Post by: SrKegler on March 19, 2004, 09:53:19 PM
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~~~SrK - Have balls, will travel
Old bowlers never die, we just don't score as often
Post by: JOE FALCO on March 19, 2004, 10:12:13 PM
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Hit them light and watch them fight
J O E - F A L C O
Post by: Strider on March 22, 2004, 07:59:53 PM
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Post by: Magic Carpet on March 25, 2004, 09:12:18 AM
Please post if you are coming.
lexlefty
I have not really set up a schedule of events yet because I
need a better Idea of how many people will be here. I am also
open to suggestions as to what the folks would like to do.
Ron Clifton
Your humble host
Edited on 3/25/2004 10:34 AM
Post by: livespive on March 25, 2004, 09:20:36 AM
I'll be coming back from Reno on the 29th
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Post by: Scolai on March 25, 2004, 09:23:21 AM
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NutIf horse racing is the sport of kings, then surely bowling is a very good sport as well.
Post by: ThongPrincess on March 25, 2004, 09:43:37 AM
My flight arrives in Greensboro at 4:21PM Friday, so anything for Friday evening through Sunday, count me in. If anyone wants to do an early breakfast Monday, my flight out isn't until 12:50.
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To err is human to be thonged is divine
Post by: JPRLane1 on March 25, 2004, 09:48:54 AM
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I should just quit bowling, oh wait I already tried that.
Now that I am back and my Saws are sharp again, I am ready to cut some wood.
Post by: Strider on April 05, 2004, 11:46:41 AM
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Post by: srlunatic on April 05, 2004, 12:21:01 PM
Have to see how the work schedule goes but should be able to fly out for the weekend..........
And no laughing at my bowling prowess...(or lack there of..lol)..
Mike
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How can being so RIGHT be so very WRONG?
Post by: Magic Carpet on April 06, 2004, 05:46:35 PM
It's good to know that things are working out better for you (work wise) this year.
You have some good ideas there.
Ron
Post by: Pat Kruschel on April 06, 2004, 06:11:10 PM
$10,000 for 1st place.
(Won't be me but nice to dream!
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People are in greater need of your praise when they try and fail,
than when they try and succeed.
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Post by: Strider on April 06, 2004, 10:00:20 PM
I didn't get a lot out of the demo days last time, but they are a great thing to try. If one is set up, I'll join as long as it's reasonable.I have to cover vacation next week (2 guys off at once), so they have to let me take my vacation in May even if the other guy needs his knee surgery. Looking forward to meeting faces, new and old.
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Post by: Rick Wunder on April 12, 2004, 02:35:46 PM
Keep me posted on future gatherings.
P.S. Send Harley my regrets.
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RW (THB)
Post by: SrKegler on April 14, 2004, 10:59:17 AM
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~~~SrK - Have balls, will travel
1st law of combat, "Bullets always have the right of way"
Post by: Magic Carpet on April 14, 2004, 11:47:35 AM
Ok the count so far as I see it:
Joe Falco is IN
Strider is IN
MLane is IN
ThongPrincess is IN
JPRLane1 is IN
BrianN is IN
BoyToy is IN
The not sures:
Pin-nut
Srlunatic
Tweener2K4
Anyone else I am missing??
I need to know how many limos to order
Edited on 4/15/2004 0:24 AM
Edited on 5/8/2004 11:11 PM
Post by: Strider on April 14, 2004, 04:37:10 PM
quote:
Anyone else I am missing??
I need to know how many lemos to order
Tweener2K4 is on the maybe list.
What's a lemo?
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Post by: Magic Carpet on April 15, 2004, 12:31:13 AM
I will add Tweener2K4 to the maybe list
Post by: Doc Hollywood on April 15, 2004, 10:44:51 AM
komike, pchee2, pooterboof and myself.
Maybe the next one
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Post by: boytoy on April 23, 2004, 10:52:45 PM
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BoytoyBowl Cool Wear SHADES
Post by: Magic Carpet on April 24, 2004, 12:29:28 AM
Ron
Post by: JOE FALCO on April 24, 2004, 08:42:49 AM
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Hit them light and watch them fight
J O E - F A L C O
Post by: Strider on April 24, 2004, 10:28:33 AM
Any update on extras? Mini tournament with different lane conditions, short oil plastic, scotch doubles... I'm up for anything.
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Post by: boytoy on April 24, 2004, 05:09:09 PM
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BoytoyBowl Cool Wear SHADES
Post by: ThongPrincess on April 26, 2004, 03:31:33 PM
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Age is only a state of mind. Since I lost mine years ago, I must be really young
Post by: Hamburglar on April 26, 2004, 06:34:37 PM
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That which doesn't kill you will only make you stronger, that which doesn't make you stronger is a waste of time!
Post by: Magic Carpet on April 26, 2004, 11:42:18 PM
We will have some events on some different shots. I hope you can make it you will have a good time. Do you bowl for VT by chance? I have worked with a lot of their bowlers in the past but it's been a while.
Ron Clifton
Post by: Strider on May 07, 2004, 08:41:41 PM
Do we have an official headcount? I'm not sure if the wife will bowl, but we'll both be there.
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Post by: Magic Carpet on May 08, 2004, 11:23:34 PM
and does anyone need to be dropped off?? Any of the maybes coming?
I know of two more people that are "Lurkers" that are coming. VERY nice couple.
It's just around the corner.
NO demo days...not enough people.
Ron Clifton your humble host
Post by: boytoy on May 09, 2004, 12:33:53 PM
Do you have a schedule of events that will take place on this weekend? I saw that the Demo Days are out because of lack of people. I have never been to one and was looking forward to it. I think there's 2 more people coming with me that weekend that post on the form some. Not 100% but I am hopeful. I am looking forward to bowling with different people and I really want one of those doughnuts
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Post by: Strider on May 12, 2004, 10:19:55 AM
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Post by: Strider on May 12, 2004, 10:20:01 AM
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Post by: JPRLane1 on May 23, 2004, 01:38:30 PM
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I should just quit bowling, oh wait I already tried that.Now that I am back and my Saws are sharp again, I am ready to cut some wood.
Post by: Strider on May 23, 2004, 04:19:34 PM
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Post by: Magic Carpet on May 24, 2004, 11:08:52 AM
Your knee will be just fine by then
even if it's not come on down anyway...will be a great time.
Ron Clifton
Looking forward to seeing everyone!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Magic Carpet on May 25, 2004, 11:47:44 AM
12 Noon on Friday but if someone is set to arrive earlier that’s fine.
Just let me know so I will be at the center.
When you arrive at the center if you don't see me just tell
the counter person you are with Ron Clifton's group. They will
tell you where to put your equipment.
Friday we will just bowl and have fun at the lanes. I will give
lessons to anyone interested. Friday night we will all go out to
eat. Then if we have enough interested we can visit a more adult venue.
Saturday morning at 10 AM it’s breakfast at creekside with bacon and eggs.
(We have killer bacon)
Then it’s back on the lanes for some warm up and a bragging rights tournament.
There will be a mixture of house shot patterns and ….let’s say more challenging shots in the tournament.
We can bowl like mad dogs until 2 pm then I will have to give up some lanes for a big group coming in.
I think we can snag a few lanes till 4 pm. From 4 PM till 6 PM the center is full for a private party.
So we will go out and eat and come back and bowl some more if you have any left.
Sunday is still up in the air because I don’t know when you folks have to leave and what time.
It would be nice if we could all meet for Sunday brunch at least.
Of course we will figure a Krispy Kreme visit in there to get some HOT off the line.
One last list please of who is coming and what time
you expect to arrive. So sound off!!
Ron Clifton
Post by: ThongPrincess on May 25, 2004, 12:18:55 PM
If all goes as scheduled, I should be able to get to the center by 6PM. My flight out is Monday at 12:50PM. So count me in for anything Sunday.
I am looking forward to seeing those that were there last year and meeting the new people.
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Age is only a state of mind. Since I lost mine years ago, I must be really young
Post by: Strider on May 25, 2004, 01:31:19 PM
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Post by: BigJohnC on May 25, 2004, 02:06:44 PM
john
Post by: JPRLane1 on May 25, 2004, 03:20:25 PM
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I should just quit bowling, oh wait I already tried that.Now that I am back and my Saws are sharp again, I am ready to cut some wood.
Post by: JOE FALCO on May 25, 2004, 04:55:46 PM
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Hit them light and watch them fight
J O E - F A L C O
Post by: Strider on May 26, 2004, 12:35:21 AM
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