By Staten Island Advance Sports Desk
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The New York City Region Special Olympics Bowling Competition, held on Saturday, May 12, at Rab’s Country Lanes, brought together over 100 competitors from the five boroughs.
The event showcased the incredible talent and determination of athletes from various programs, with Staten Island proudly represented by 39 exceptional athletes from the NYC 4 Bridges Athletics and Staten Island Miracle Bowling Programs.
The competition featured singles, team, and unified doubles events, with participants displaying remarkable skills and sportsmanship.
“These athletes have inspired us all with their dedication, perseverance, and unwavering spirit, embodying the true essence of the Special Olympics movement,” said Rab’s Proprietor, Frank Wilkinson.
Results:
Singles competition
Gold Medalists:
Mallory Bjonnes (451 total score)
Bernarda Ida Rivera (421 total score)
Vincent DeBernardo (387 total score)
Matt Blasi (441 total score)
Christopher Holoman (429 total score)
Silver Medalists:
Anika Marie Humphrey (403 total score)
Keri-Anne Loglisci (411 total score)
Jonathan Joseph Pasquale (435 total score)
Anthony Pepe (399 total score)
Robert James Hartie (426 total score)
Nicolas Mattioli (417 total score)
John Winters (351 total score)
Bronze Medalists:
Roni Blum (370 total score)
Ann Marie Carini (400 total score)
Chris Spotorno (367 total score)
Frank Debetta (418 total score)
Team competition
Gold Medalists:
Billy Chapnick (372), Joseph Cosenza (542), Elijah Croft-Lewis (359), & Brandon Romandetti (469) – 1,742 total score
Silver Medalists:
Frank Cantarella (415), Michael Deil (415), Nicholas James Derouaux (383), & Alan Russo (435) – 1,648 total score
Silver Medalists:
Daniel Block (355), Juan Duran (415), Kristopher Holoman (374), & Luis Lopez (445) – 1,589 total score
Bronze Medalists:
Jacqueline Bouquio (372), Rachel Lisa Massimo (402), Jennifer Okun (345), & Mary Pannese (419) – 1,538 total score
Additionally, the Unified Doubles event showcased the power of collaboration and inclusivity:
Gold Medalists:
Robert Lufrano (461) & Nicholas Richard Principato (393) – 854 total score
Silver Medalists:
Thomas LoCastro (415) & Brandon Williams (403) – 818 total score
Bronze Medalists:
Anthony Cossentino (376) & Matt Forlano (408) – 784 total score