New World Record for attendance set at 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open
07/19/11
The Bowling Proprietors' Association of America (BPAA) and Cowboys Stadium announced today that history was made at the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open.
The two organizations reported today that the groundbreaking finals - which were played at the 50-yard line of Cowboys Stadium on Thursday, June 30 - set a new world record with 8,017 individuals in attendance, breaking the previous record of 7,212 that was set at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit in 1995.
The record breaking number was confirmed after a thorough audit of the ticketed fans, invited guests and dignitaries that attended the event. Click on the image to enlarge it.
"This is an incredible moment for the sport of bowling and despite the weeks of nail-biting, worth the wait. Our achievement in setting a new world record, on perhaps the greatest stage in professional sports, speaks to the tremendous resurgence of bowling and the vital role that women have played in driving its popularity and growth," said Steve Johnson, executive director of the BPAA.
"Congratulations to our champion Leanne Hulsenberg and the tremendous players who competed in the Open, as well as the thousands of fans who are now a part of sports history."
Professional bowling was forever propelled into the annals of sports history, when for the first time, a women's major professional bowling event was held at a non-traditional venue. Click on the image to enlarge it.
On June 30, 2011 the finals of the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open were held from the "Star" on the 50-yard line of Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, TX. Leanne Hulsenberg (pictured right) was crowned 2011 Open champion as she held off fellow finalists Kelly Kulick, Lynda Barnes, Liz Johnson and Shannon O'Keefe in front of the largest crowd in bowling history. The Open Finals were broadcast on ESPN2 Saturday, July 2, 2011.
"Cowboys Stadium has served as the playing field for some of the greatest moments in recent sports history, and we couldn't be more proud to be the host of this incredible achievement for bowling. We are excited to have been a part of making history at the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open," said Brett Daniels, Sr. Director of Corporate Communications for the Dallas Cowboys.
Leanne Hulsenberg triumphs in the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open
It's down to five at 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open, sponsored by the Brands of Ebonite International
Kelly Kulick pulls away after first block of match play at U.S. Women's Open
Kelly Kulick leads top 16 players into match play at Bowling's U.S. Women's Open
Kelly Kulick wins qualifying in 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open
Lynda Barnes moves into third place as Squad A finished qualifying in Women's U.S. Open
Kelly Kulick powers her way into the lead in U.S. Women's Open qualifying
Shannon Pluhowsky leads field of 284 players into final day of qualifying
Pluhowsky, Kulick move to the top as Squad C has completed 16 games in U.S. Women's Open
Liz Johnson paces Squad B after second round at 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open
Netherlands' Lisanne Breeschoten leads field of 286 after Day One at U.S. Women's Open
Dutch Lisanne Breeschoten averages almost 250 to set the pace in U.S. Women's Open
Record-setting Bowling's U.S. Women's Open gets underway Friday June 24th
Historic event shatters record for the most attendees at a professional bowling event
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Historic event shatters record for the most attendees at a professional bowling event
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The Bowling Proprietors' Association of America (BPAA) and Cowboys Stadium announced today that history was made at the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open. The two organizations reported today that the groundbreaking finals - which were played at the 50-yard line of Cowboys Stadium on Thursday, June 30 - set a new world record with 8,017 individuals in attendance, breaking the previous record of 7,212 that was set at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit in 1995.
The record breaking number was confirmed after a thorough audit of the ticketed fans, invited guests and dignitaries that attended the event. Click on the image to enlarge it. "This is an incredible moment for the sport of bowling and despite the weeks of nail-biting, worth the wait. Our achievement in setting a new world record, on perhaps the greatest stage in professional sports, speaks to the tremendous resurgence of bowling and the vital role that women have played in driving its popularity and growth," said Steve Johnson, executive director of the BPAA.
"Congratulations to our champion Leanne Hulsenberg and the tremendous players who competed in the Open, as well as the thousands of fans who are now a part of sports history."
Professional bowling was forever propelled into the annals of sports history, when for the first time, a women's major professional bowling event was held at a non-traditional venue. Click on the image to enlarge it. On June 30, 2011 the finals of the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open were held from the "Star" on the 50-yard line of Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, TX. Leanne Hulsenberg (pictured right) was crowned 2011 Open champion as she held off fellow finalists Kelly Kulick, Lynda Barnes, Liz Johnson and Shannon O'Keefe in front of the largest crowd in bowling history. The Open Finals were broadcast on ESPN2 Saturday, July 2, 2011. "Cowboys Stadium has served as the playing field for some of the greatest moments in recent sports history, and we couldn't be more proud to be the host of this incredible achievement for bowling. We are excited to have been a part of making history at the 2011 Bowling's U.S. Women's Open," said Brett Daniels, Sr. Director of Corporate Communications for the Dallas Cowboys.
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