The University of Central Missouri Jennies Bowling team is heading to the 2026 Intercollegiate Team Championships (ITC) and Intercollegiate Singles Championships (ISC) in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 14 to 18. This is their 17th appearance in ITC Nationals, following a ninth-place finish last year. Sophomore Haylee Bates has qualified for the ISC by placing seventh at a sectional event, marking her the first UCM player to reach the national singles finals since 2001. The competition includes traditional games and match play, culminating in the championship match on Saturday.

By the Numbers
  • UCM Jennies earned a fourth-place finish at their sectional tournament with a 9-7 record across 64 Baker games.
  • They achieved a total of 12,255 pins with a 191.48 average to qualify for ITC Nationals.
Yes, But

While the Jennies have a strong record, continued success in the national tournament will be challenging given the competitive field, including teams with stronger historical performance at these championships.

State of Play
  • Matches begin Tuesday morning with qualifying rounds in the ISC, followed by bracket match play.
  • The Jennies are seeded into a double-elimination bracket for the team competition starting Thursday.
What's Next

Following the qualifying rounds, the top eight individuals and teams will continue to the elimination stages through the weekend, with outcomes potentially affecting rankings for next year.

Bottom Line

Central Missouri's Jennies Bowling team is poised for a significant challenge in the ITC Nationals; their performance in the upcoming matches may define future opportunities for the program and its players.