Things I Didn’t Expect About Returning to Bowling After 30 Years

After more than 30 years away from competitive bowling, I’m discovering that some things have changed—and some things haven’t.

In this solo episode of We’re Not Stumped, I share three things that surprised me as I prepare for my return to competition at the 2026 PBA60 World Championship.

  •  The body doesn’t work quite the same at 61.
  •  Some instincts and memories never really leave.
  •  And one unexpected encounter reminded me that people still remember my days on the PBA Tour.

This episode isn’t about scores or equipment. It’s about rediscovering a part of my life I thought was behind me and finding out what’s still possible when you decide to take one more run.

As the first person with limb loss to compete on the PBA Tour, I hope this conversation encourages you to revisit a dream, try something again, or simply remember that it’s never too late to surprise yourself.

Listen on Apple Podcasts

Watch on YouTube

Listen on Spotify

April 11th, 2024|

Freedom’s Wings Arizona, a non-profit organization operated by individuals with disabilities, whether physical or developmental, has the mission of introducing the exhilarating world of soaring to such individuals. Their objectives include: Introducing individuals with disabilities to the soaring experience [...]

April 9th, 2024|

In this episode of the We're Not Stumped podcast, I welcome John Werner. Mr. Werner, who retired from Xerox after 41 years in the fall of 2018, faced an unexpected challenge shortly after his retirement. Just a couple of [...]

April 2nd, 2024|

The North American One - Armed Golfer Association president Dan Aldrich is the latest guest on the We're Not Stumped podcast. Dan was a teenager in late 1980s Los Angeles, competing as a high-speed international water skier until a [...]

By |June 4th, 2026|Congenital Amputee Stories, General Disability Related Resources and News, Upper Limb Amputees|Comments Off on Things I Didn’t Expect About Returning to Bowling After 30 Years

Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!

Go to Top