Clutch Tenth Frame leads Perssico to First Title

Terry Perssico, Jr. started NEBA's 18th Tournament of Champions weekend by striking out in the 10th frame to defeat Dan McCormick 203-201 at the non-champions event. With his win at Wallingford Bowl in Wallingford, CT Terry earned $2,000 plus a paid entry into Sunday's Ebonite Tournament of Champions. Dan earned $1,250 for his runner up finish.

Championship Match
Terry Perssico, Jr. d. Dan McCormick 203-201

Semi-Finals
Dan McCormick d. Jim Bosse 258-216
Terry Perssico, Jr. d. Vin Marulli 254-237

Quarter-Finals
Dan McCormick d. Chris Schwartz 227-201
Jim Bosse d. Chris Blaison 221-160
Terry Perssico, Jr. d. Jason Mele 246-200
Vin Marulli d. Miles Coplan 274-227

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Upcoming Tournaments

Feb 21, 2026 (Trios)
Grog Monster Sports Trios Event presented by Tony & Sue Reynaud - $1,000 added to the prize fund by Tony & Suzanne Reynaud Feb 22, 2026 (Doubles)
East Coast Sports Investors Doubles presented by Bloomfield Electric - $1,000 added to the prize fund by Bloomfield Electric Feb 28, 2026 (Singles)
Bowl Winkles Pro Shop Open presented by Bloomfield Electric - $1,500 added to the prize fund by Bloomfield Electric Mar 21, 2026 (Singles)
Lia Cars Singles Open - Sparetime Northampton - $500 added to the prize fund by Lia Cars Apr 11, 2026 (Senior/Super Senior/Women)
JoPo Grips Special Cuts (Women, Senior & Super Senior) - Bowlero Worcester - $ 500 added to the prize fund by NEBA Apr 11, 2026 (Singles)
KR Strikeforce Non-Champions Event - Bowlero Worcester - $500 added to the prize fund by KR Strikeforce Apr 25, 2026 (Singles)
Buddies Pro Shop Open with $1,000 added to the prize fund by Buddies Pro Shop & $1,250 added to the Youth Prize fund by Island Bowling & NEBA