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Comets Host UCM at First ever Home Match

Comets Host UCM at First ever Home Match
Posted: Jan 12, 2026

The 2026 Cottey College Duals brought strong individual performances across the lanes on Sunday, with bowlers from both Cottey College and the University of Central Missouri (UCM) turning in competitive three‑game series. UCM showcased impressive depth throughout the event, while Cottey's lineup delivered several bright spots and continued development in early‑season competition.

UCM Sets the Pace With Multiple 500+ Series

UCM dominated the singles leaderboard, placing multiple athletes above the 500 mark and demonstrating consistency across all three games.

Top UCM Performers

  • Cam Cramer led all competitors with a 570 series (178–186–206), averaging 190.0 for the day.

  • Sydney Lee followed closely with a 553 series (197–176–180), averaging 184.3.

  • Emma Hawley posted a strong 541 series (164–188–189), averaging 180.3.

  • Haylee Bates added a 540 series (161–213–166), highlighted by a 213 in Game 2.

  • Elizabeth Poling rolled a 536 series (221–157–158), including the event's highest single game with a 221 opener.

UCM's depth was evident, with nine bowlers finishing above a 160 average for the day.

Cottey College Highlights

Cottey's roster continued to build momentum, with several bowlers delivering their strongest work in the later games.

Top Cottey Performers

  • Elizabeth Loveless led the Comets with a 452 series (109–170–173), averaging 150.7 and finishing the day with back‑to‑back 170+ games.

  • Mercedes Wilkins added a steady 414 series (146–136–132), averaging 138.0.

  • Haiden Kopp contributed a 379 series (110–130–139), improving each game and closing with her best score of the block.

Cottey showed encouraging signs of growth, especially in Games 2 and 3, where multiple bowlers posted their highest totals of the day.

Event Notes

  • UCM's consistency across all three games allowed them to control the top of the standings.

  • Cottey demonstrated resilience, with several bowlers trending upward as the block progressed.

  • The event served as valuable experience for the Comets as they continue to develop depth and scoring reliability.