Got to hear most of the story tonight. First of all, and probably the coolest thing is the ring he is going to get. The honor score ring for nationals is a different ring from the normal ones for sanctioned competition, but his 800 ring he will be getting is going to be one of two rings that have never been, and will never again be made. This is because of the 100th anniversary of the ABC nationals competition, the ring will have a special design, and being that Ron and only one other person so far have shot 800 in the tournament, they will be receiving these special rings. He received two plaques for his 300's, and a clear glass one for bowling 30 clean frames also. He also has an 800 plaque being custom made. He was given a shoe cover with his name, score, and the ABC Eagle on it, and was told as well that it would be the last shoe cover ever to be made with the Eagle on it. Plus, being that it is the 100th anniversary, they will be tearing out the lanes, and are selling pieces of it. However, Ron will be receiving a piece of either lane he bowled the record setting score on for free. He has yet to see if he gets a special award or ring for being the only person in ABC history to shoot back-to-backs at the national tournament. He's also been told that his historical score gives him an automatic entry into the Hall of Fame. The only sad part in all this is that there's this guy he bowls with that makes it his mission in life to beat Ron. This guy was the first to leave the bowling center after they were all done bowling, and wanted nothing to do with the attention being given to Ron. He didn't even congratulate Ron or shake his hand. This is a guy that Ron has bowled with every week for the last year. I mentioned this site to him, and he says he's been here a few times, but is really interested in posting now. Might hear from him soon!
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Kung Fu Hamster X, Jujitsu Guinea Pig, or Legend of Drunken Ferret? New names still being pondered . . .
