Jack R. Averill entered the Pennsylvania State Bowling Association Hall of Fame for his meritorious service to the game of bowling.

Jack began attending conventions as a delegate in the early 70's and was elected as an Area Director in 1977. After being elected 4th Vice President in 1983, he progressed through the chairs and became PSBA President in 1987-1988.

During his tenure as PSBA President, Jack initiated the President's Challenge to stimulate greater interest in the Annual Tournament. He also started an Area Director's grading system so that each caucus would be aware of the kind of job their Directors were doing. Jack has served on every committee of the PSBA. He has been very active in his local Association (Allegheny Mountain) having been the Association Treasurer for 35 years, and is presently in his 6th year as Executive Director. He has served as local chairman for 2 PSBA Senior Tournaments and 2 PSBA Mixed Tournaments. On several occasions, Jack has been the guest speaker for bowling course students at the Penn State University, DuBois Campus.

He is a life member of the Allegheny Mountain B.A., a member of the Allegheny Mountain B.A. Hall of Fame and has twice been AMBA 'S "Man of the Year". He has bowled in 25 PSBA State Tournaments and 16 ABC National Tournaments. He is currently bowling in 2 leagues.

Jack's concern is always for what is best for the bowler. His boundless energy and exuberance on behalf of bowling are an integral part of his character.

Steve L. Gehringer enters the Pennsylvania State Bowling Association Hall of Fame this evening for his contributions to the game of bowling.

Steve has bowled 21 PSBA Tournaments, 21 ABC Tournaments. He has over 1000-700’s, 50-300’s and 31-800’s to his credit in 31 years of organized bowling.