BOWIE, MD – The Bowie State women's bowling team (14-7) will travel to New Jersey this weekend to compete in the Garden State Classic hosted by Monmouth University from Friday, Nov. 20 through Sunday, Nov. 23 in West Long Branch, N.J.
Bulldog Leaders
The Bulldogs have been fueled this season by standout performances from Arianna Clayton and Janaye Monroe, who have consistently led Bowie State on the lanes.
Clayton has been a key force for BSU, posting multiple high games throughout the season. She opened the CIAA North/South Event I with a game-high 211 in the first match against Elizabeth City State and helped the Bulldogs dominate the weekend. The Dundalk, Md., native carried that momentum into the Coppin State Invitational this past weekend, where she spearheaded Bowie State's lone victory on day one with a game-high 226 against Norfolk State.
Monroe has also emerged as a top contributor, showcasing her skill and consistency. At the CIAA North/South Event I, Monroe recorded a personal-best 209 in the fourth game against Elizabeth City State and finished the weekend with one of the team's top averages at 173.00.
Last Timeout
BSU competed at the Coppin State Invitational from Saturday, Nov. 15, through Sunday, Nov. 16, finishing 3-6 on the weekend.
On day one, in the five-person team match format, the Bulldogs struggled early, falling to Delaware State (656-905), St. Anselm (677-845), Coppin State (828-867), and Kutztown (845-907) before closing the day with a 889-578 win over Norfolk State. Clayton led the way with a game-high 226 in the victory.
Bowie State bounced back on day two in the Baker format, opening with wins over Chestnut Hill (863-636) and Howard (863-827) before dropping matches to Morgan State (750-936) and Kutztown (716-781) to close out the weekend.
Up Next
Bowie State will enjoy the holidays before returning to action Friday, Jan. 23, through Sunday, Jan. 25, for the CIAA North/South Event II, hosted by Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, N.C.
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