Get Ready for the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships!
Registration into the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships is now open to bowlers of all skill levels from ALL centers! This is your chance to take part in the premier destination tournament which brings together bowlers from across the country for an unforgettable competition.
Why Join?
Showcase your skills, connect with fellow bowlers, and experience the thrill of competing on the national stage. Whether you're a seasoned player or a dedicated amateur, this is the tournament where champions are made.
What You Need to Know Before You Register
Eligibility: Open to bowlers of all skill levels from all centers.
Dates & Location: Every weekend from May 31, 2025 – July 13, 2025 at Bowlero Mount Prospect in Chicago.
Registration Fees: Entry fee for the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships is $200 during Open Registration. After April 30, 2025, the price increases to $250.
Format: Bowl six games across 12 lanes. Enjoy unlimited entries for doubles and team side events – YOU CAN EVEN PARTNER WITH A PRO!
Prize Fund: The PBA LBC National Championships have awarded more than $675,000 in the first two years. The Open Classic (scratch) division will compete for a $25,000 guaranteed first-place prize, while the Men’s Handicap, Women’s Handicap, Women’s Classic, PBA Exempt and Senior Classic divisions offer $5,000 for first place. The Boy’s Jr. Handicap and Girl’s Jr. Handicap winners will receive $2,500 in SMART scholarships.
Trophy: Winners across all eight divisions will battle it out for the prestigious Duke Trophy.
Don’t miss your chance to compete and be part of the action. Secure your spot today before squads fill up!
The Duke
The 2025 PBA LBC National Championships is your exclusive opportunity to compete for one of the most coveted trophies in the sport of bowling – THE DUKE! Champions from all eight divisions will come together for the ultimate showdown in the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships Clash finals, where only one will claim the prestigious Duke Trophy.
The road to the Duke Trophy starts now.
Register today for your chance to compete in this legendary tournament!
About the Tournament
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Registration into the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships is now open to bowlers of all skill levels from ALL centers!
Entry fee for the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships is $200 during Open Registration. After April 30, 2025, the price increases to $250. Additionally, there are optional Doubles and Team events available for an extra fee of $25 per bowler per team.
The 2025 PBA LBC National Championships will be held on Saturdays and Sundays from May 31, 2025, through July 13, 2025. Squad times vary by weekend, and additional squads will be added as current ones reach capacity. For more information on available squad times each weekend, visit pba.com/lbctournament.
Both! There are eight divisions available based on your ability, age or gender. These include Men’s and Women’s Handicap divisions, as well as scratch divisions: Open Classic, Women’s Classic, PBA Exempt and Senior Classic. Additionally, there are Boy’s Jr. and Girl’s Jr. Handicap divisions.
You will use your highest average from any league/center (including Bowlero string pin leagues) from the 2023‐24 or summer 2024 season with a minimum of 12 games bowled. If an average from either season is not available/valid, an average from the current season (as of May 31, 2025) with 12 or more games shall be used. If a valid average still cannot be determined, participant shall bowl scratch. If an entrant has a current average (as of May 31, 2025) of 12 or more games that is 10 pins higher than the prior season's average, the current average must be used.
Yes! There are optional Doubles and 4‐person Team events that bowlers can choose to participate in with multiple partners. There is no limit to the number of times you can cash in the Doubles or Team events. The entry fee is $25 per bowler ($50 per doubles team and $100 per team entry) for each optional event entered. Please note Youth/Junior bowlers are not allowed to enter or be a part of any of the Optional Side events at the 2025 PBA LBC National Championships.
The first three games of your 6‐game Singles event will count towards your Doubles score, and the second three games will count towards your Team score.
Please note that the full entry fee for the Doubles or Team event must be paid before the first bowler competes in their Singles event. The bowler registering for the side event is responsible for covering the entire entry fee, including all portions for the other bowlers. The prize fund will be divided equally among all team members.
Tournament Rules
View The 2025 PBA LBC National Championships Tournament Rules.
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