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JBT Sectionals is a competitive bowling tournament series for youth bowlers in the United States. The tournaments are held in different regions of the country, and the top finishers qualify for the JBT National Championships.

The JBT Sectionals tournaments are open to bowlers of all ages and skill levels. The tournaments are divided into different divisions based on age and gender. The top finishers in each division earn points towards qualifying for the JBT National Championships.

The JBT National Championships is the culmination of the JBT Sectionals season. The top finishers from each JBT Sectional tournament qualify for the National Championships. The National Championships are held in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the top finishers earn scholarships and other prizes.

The JBT Sectionals tournaments are a great way for youth bowlers to improve their skills and compete against other bowlers from around the country. The tournaments also provide an opportunity for bowlers to qualify for the JBT National Championships, which is one of the most prestigious bowling tournaments for youth bowlers in the United States.

History

The JBT Sectionals tournament series was founded in 1994 by John Blanchard. The first JBT Sectional tournament was held in Wichita, Kansas. The tournament series has since grown to include over 100 tournaments held in different regions of the country.

The JBT National Championships was first held in 1995. The tournament has been held in Las Vegas, Nevada, since 1997. The National Championships is the largest youth bowling tournament in the United States, with over 1,000 bowlers competing each year.

Format

The JBT Sectionals tournaments are typically held over two days. The first day of the tournament consists of qualifying rounds. The top finishers in the qualifying rounds advance to the second day of the tournament, which consists of match play rounds.

The JBT National Championships is a three-day tournament. The first day of the tournament consists of qualifying rounds. The top finishers in the qualifying rounds advance to the second day of the tournament, which consists of match play rounds. The third day of the tournament consists of the championship rounds.

Scoring

The JBT Sectionals tournaments use a handicap scoring system. The handicap system is designed to level the playing field for bowlers of all ages and skill levels. The handicap is based on the bowler's average score.

The JBT National Championships uses a scratch scoring system. The scratch scoring system does not use a handicap. The bowler's score is based on the number of pins they knock down.

Prizes

The JBT Sectionals tournaments offer a variety of prizes to the top finishers. The prizes include scholarships, bowling equipment, and other merchandise.

The JBT National Championships offers a variety of prizes to the top finishers. The prizes include scholarships, bowling equipment, and other merchandise. The top finisher in the tournament also receives the JBT National Championship trophy.