Jac's Juniors

07/31/2026

🎳🌟 CONGRATULATIONS, JADE! 🌟🎳

We are incredibly proud to congratulate Jade Campbell on being selected as the 2026 U12 Girls David Dahms Sportsmanship Award recipient at the Junior Gold Championships!

And what makes this accomplishment even more special? This is Jade’s SECOND YEAR IN A ROW receiving this honor! 🏆🏆

Being recognized once for sportsmanship, leadership, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm is an incredible honor. To be selected two years in a row speaks volumes about the kind of competitor and young person Jade is, both on and off the lanes.

Jade continues to represent Jac’s Juniors, Valdosta, and South Georgia exceptionally well on the national stage, and we couldn’t be prouder of her! ❤️🎳

Please join us in congratulating Jade on this amazing back-to-back achievement! 👏👏

Eight competitors from the 2026 Junior Gold Championships have been selected to receive the David Dahms Sportsmanship Award. Click here to learn the names of these amazing young athletes: https://www.bowl.com/2026_Junior_Gold_Dahms_Awards

07/29/2026

🎳🌟 JAC’S JUNIORS — LEAGUE INFO! 🌟🎳

It’s almost time to get our Jac’s Junior bowlers back on the lanes! Here are the important dates to know as we wrap up last season and get ready for 2026–2027!

🏆 2025–2026 End-of-Season Awards
📅 Saturday, August 15
⏰ 10:00 AM

Come celebrate our junior bowlers and all they accomplished last season! 🎉

🎳 2026–2027 Junior League Meeting
📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 10:00 AM

We’ll get everyone ready for the upcoming season and go over the information you need before bowling begins.

🔥 FIRST DAY OF BOWLING
📅 Saturday, September 19

Whether you’re a returning junior bowler or interested in joining us for the first time, we’d love to have you!

📣 Mark those calendars, share with your bowling families, and get ready for another great season of Jac’s Juniors! 🎳💙

07/23/2026

📣 UPDATE: We’ve received some additional information since this post was originally shared!

🎳 Georgia State USBC Annual Jamboree is Almost Here! 🎳

As part of this year’s Jamboree, there are several great opportunities for our youth bowlers and their families to get involved throughout the weekend. Check out the flyer below for youth tournament information, registration, and other activities.

We’re also excited to share that Tina Brown from USBC will be presenting a session on setting up and using SMART accounts during the Youth Awards Luncheon. This is a great opportunity for youth bowlers and their families to learn more about the SMART scholarship program.

We’re also proud to recognize our South Georgia youth bowlers who will be honored during the Jamboree for their accomplishments at the Georgia State Youth Tournament. These bowlers earned first-place finishes in Team, Doubles, Singles, All Events Scratch, or All Events Handicap, and their SMART scholarship funds have already been deposited into their accounts.

🎉 Congratulations to:
• Bryson Reeves
• Kamari Jackson
• Ciara Hutcherson
• Jahmir Campbell
• Raphael Wingfield
• Abigail Kerlin

In addition, one of our South Georgia youth bowlers will be recognized with a Georgia State USBC Superlative Award during the Youth Award Luncheon. Congratulations to Jade Campbell, who will be recognized with two Georgia State USBC Youth Superlative Awards for:
🏅 U12 Girls High Average (153)
🏅 U12 Girls High Series (523)

We are incredibly proud of all of our South Georgia youth bowlers and look forward to celebrating their accomplishments during Jamboree weekend. 🎳

07/17/2026

🎳 2026 Junior Gold Championships Update 🎳

What an incredible week for our South Georgia USBC youth bowlers! No matter the final standings, each of these athletes represented our association with determination, sportsmanship, and heart. Competing against the best youth bowlers in the country is an accomplishment in itself, and we couldn’t be prouder!

🏆 U18 Boys - Jahmir Campbell
🎳 Finished with a 4-round total of 2,779

🏆 U14 Girls - Avah Smith
🎳 Finished with a 4-round total of 2,201

🏆 U12 Girls - Jade Campbell
🎳 Qualified with a 4-round total of 2,640
⭐ Advanced in 10th Place (Top 18)
🎳 Finished with a combined total of 3,243
🥇 Finished in 13th Place Overall
🎉 Earned a $250 Junior Gold Scholarship!

Every frame bowled this week was another step forward in their bowling journeys. Thank you to everyone who cheered them on, encouraged them, and supported them throughout the week.

💙 Congratulations, Jahmir, Avah, and Jade! South Georgia USBC is incredibly proud of all three of you. Safe travels home, and we can’t wait to see what’s next! 🎳👏

07/16/2026

🎳 Junior Gold Bowler Spotlight 🎳

Jade Janette Campbell

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Jade Campbell, one of South Georgia USBC’s talented youth bowlers competing at the 2026 Junior Gold Championships! Jade is competing in the U12 Girls Division, and we’re incredibly proud to have her representing our association on one of youth bowling’s biggest stages.

🎂 Age: 11
🏠 Hometown: Valdosta, Georgia
🎳 Years Bowling: 7
🏅 Junior Gold Appearances: 5
🎯 Division: U12 Girls

🏆 Bowling Highlights

🎳 300 game (unsanctioned)
🏆 2026 Georgia State Youth Tournament of Champions Champion
⭐ Multiple top finishes in Storm Youth tournaments

Jade’s love for bowling goes far beyond the scores. She enjoys meeting new people, traveling to tournaments, and spending time with her bowling family in the Jac’s Juniors League. Her passion, determination, and positive attitude continue to inspire everyone around her.

🎯 Goal for the 2026 Junior Gold Championships:
“To put Valdosta on the map!”

🎳 Favorite Bowling Center:
Jac’s Bowling Lanes

💙 Favorite Bowling Memory:
Getting to talk on the phone with her bowling hero, Gazmine “GG” Mason.

📱 Follow Jade’s bowling journey:
📘 Facebook: Jade Campbell Bowling
🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/?_r=1&_t=ZP-984RXknbfhe

❤️ Jade has one special message she’d like to share:

“Thank you to everyone for all of the support and donations! I love y’all!”

Please join us in wishing Jade the very best this week! Leave her a message of encouragement in the comments as she competes against some of the nation’s top youth bowlers.

We are so proud of you, Jade! Thank you for representing Valdosta, South Georgia USBC, and our bowling community with such passion and heart. Go bowl your game! 💙🎳

07/15/2026

🎳 Junior Gold Bowler Spotlight 🎳

Avah Elise Smith

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Avah Smith, one of South Georgia USBC’s talented youth bowlers competing at the 2026 Junior Gold Championships! Avah is competing in the U14 Girls Division, and we’re proud to have her representing our association on one of youth bowling’s biggest stages.

🎂 Age: 14
🏠 Hometown: Valdosta, Georgia
🎳 Years Bowling: 3
🏅 Junior Gold Appearances: 3
🎯 Division: U14 Girls

🏆 Bowling Highlights
🎳 First 200 game
🎳 High Game: 254

Although she’s only been bowling for three years, Avah has made incredible progress in a short amount of time. She started with very little knowledge of the sport and has worked hard to develop her skills. Her dream is to one day become a professional bowler, and she’s committed to putting in the time, effort, and dedication needed to make that dream a reality.

For Avah, bowling is about more than competition. She enjoys traveling, setting new goals for herself, and continually challenging herself to improve.

🎯 Goal for the 2026 Junior Gold Championships:
Do her best and keep her head in the game.

🎳 Favorite Bowling Center:
Any Bowlero center

💙 Favorite Bowling Memory:
Attending the 2025 Junior Gold Championships in Green Bay, where she loved exploring the beautiful town.

📱 Follow Avah’s bowling journey:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/?_r=1&_t=ZP-982nP2Fueqs

Avah is incredibly grateful for everyone who has supported and encouraged her along the way. She appreciates everyone who has helped her become the bowler she is today and looks forward to continuing to chase her dreams.

Please join us in wishing Avah the very best this week! Leave her a message of encouragement in the comments as she competes against some of the nation’s top youth bowlers.

We’re proud of you, Avah! Go bowl your game! 💙🎳

07/14/2026

🎳 Junior Gold Bowler Spotlight 🎳

Jahmir Campbell

Today we’re shining the spotlight on Jahmir Campbell, one of South Georgia USBC’s talented youth bowlers competing at the 2026 Junior Gold Championships! Jahmir is competing in the U18 Boys Division, and we’re incredibly proud to have him representing our association on one of youth bowling’s biggest stages.

🎂 Age: 17
🏠 Hometown: Valdosta, Georgia
🎳 Years Bowling: 6
🏅 Junior Gold Appearances: 4
🎯 Division: U18 Boys

🏆 Bowling Highlights
🎳 8 unsanctioned 300 games
🎳 High Game: 300 (unsanctioned)
🎳 High Series: 714
🥇 2024 Georgia State Youth Champion
⭐ 4th Place – Georgia All-Stars
💙 Proudest accomplishment: Qualifying for and competing in the Junior Gold Championships.

For Jahmir, bowling is about more than scores. It’s a chance to relax, enjoy the competition, and build friendships that last beyond the lanes.

🎯 Goal for the 2026 Junior Gold Championships:
Average 230+ for the tournament.

🎳 Favorite Bowling Center:
Tift County Lanes

😂 Favorite Bowling Memory:
“Falling during my very first Junior Gold.”

📱 Follow Jahmir’s bowling journey:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/?_r=1&_t=ZP-982na0W8SlD

Please join us in wishing Jahmir the very best this week! Leave him a message of encouragement in the comments as he competes against some of the nation’s top youth bowlers.

We’re proud of you, Jahmir! Go bowl your game! 💙🎳

07/14/2026

🎳 Our Junior Gold bowlers have officially taken the national stage!

These incredible young athletes are representing South Georgia USBC Association at the 2026 Junior Gold Championships, and we couldn’t be more proud!

Join us in cheering them on throughout the week as they compete against some of the best youth bowlers from across the country. Every game, every frame, and every accomplishment is something to celebrate.

💙 Leave them a message of encouragement in the comments!
🎳 Help us celebrate their hard work and dedication.
⭐ Let’s show our bowlers that their hometown is behind them every step of the way!

Good luck, bowlers! We’re all rooting for you! 💙🎳

07/12/2026

🎳 The Junior Gold Championships are officially underway! 🎉

Join us in celebrating the start of an incredible week by tuning in to the Junior Gold Opening Ceremony live on BowlTV today!

Be sure to watch for our Jac’s Juniors bowlers as they take part in the Opening Ceremony and represent our program on the national stage. We are so proud of each of them and can’t wait to cheer them on all week long!

Good luck to all of our Junior Gold competitors! 💙🎳

https://www.bowl.com/2026_Junior_Gold_PREV

06/19/2026