SOMO News

The 2024 STRIKERS FOR SOMO TOURNAMENT was a fantastic event filled with competition, camaraderie, and a community spirit that brought everyone together for a great cause! Hosted at the Strikers Bowling Center, the event showcased the skill, determination, and sportsmanship of 22 teams and 33 athletes. The tournament offered two action-packed sessions, each with impressive bowling talent and friendly competition.

Event Sponsors

A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors who helped make this event possible. Their support directly impacts the lives of Special Olympics Missouri athletes, fostering an inclusive sports community:

• Strikers Bowling Center
• NASH FM
• Clean Fuels Alliance
• Joe Machens Capital City Ford
• Friends of Michael Bernskoetter
• Delong’s
• Dave Griffith, State Representative
• Assured Partners
• Mid America Bank
• Legends Bank
• Plumb Supply
• MO Propane

Your contributions made this a day to remember!

Tournament Results

First Session Winners:

• 1st Place – Turkey Troubles
  Overall Score: 2,871
  Team Members: Brooke, Angie, Jim, Jeremy, Mickey
  Turkey Troubles displayed incredible skill, teamwork, and consistency that led them to the top spot.
• 2nd Place – Byland Team
  Overall Score: 2,008
  Team Members: Jeannie, Sarah, Blake, Steve, Patrick
  Byland Team came in strong with a competitive score and secured a well-deserved 2nd place finish!

Second Session Winners:

• 1st Place – Steph’s Crew
  Overall Score: 3,075
  Team Members: Neal, Stephanie, Joanne, Beau, Frank
  With the highest score of the day, Steph’s Crew showcased exceptional bowling and teamwork!
• 2nd Place – Unilever #3
  Overall Score: 2,269
  Team Members: Chase, Jesse, Raymond, Corey, Charles
  Unilever #3 made an impressive showing, taking home 2nd place with solid performance across frames.

As we celebrate this year’s achievements, we’re already looking forward to the 2025 STRIKERS FOR SOMO TOURNAMENT, scheduled for November 1, 2025. We can’t wait to welcome back familiar faces and introduce new ones to this incredible event!

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s keep the strikes and smiles coming for SOMO! 🎳