The Original Chapter #1 of the 700 Bowling Clubs of America
In 1942, Ferdinand (Ferd) John Lipovetz created the first 700 Bowling Club of America for any and all male bowlers who had bowled a sanctioned 700 series in league or tournament play. The La Crosse, Wisconsin Chapter was the very first in America, and is now known as the 700 Bowling Club of America Chapter # 1. The club started with 48 members and 2 honorary “turnkey” members. Ferd wrote its constitution and bylaws and invented the officers and “initiation”. He designed the 700 Club with two meetings / parties a year: one with the focus being initiation and the other for business. He deigned the logos for the club as well. Additionally, he helped organize the La Crosse City Bowling Association in 1941. Before his death in 1963, he oversaw the installation of over 80 - 700 Club chapters nationwide. Ferd was inducted into the La Crosse Bowling Hall of Fame in 2017.
Tourney Time is NOW!!!
The 85th Annual Chapter #1 700 Club Tournament
Sponsored by G.E.C.U. “The Friendly Credit Union” is upon us!
The brightest stars (and a few dull ones) from Chapter #1 700 Bowling Clubs of America will be showing their skills at All Star Lanes January 24th, 25th, and 31st!
Did you know… that our tournament is the longest running 700 Club tournament in the United States?!!!
As always, our tournament will be filled to the maximum number of entries, so hurry now and get your reservations in!
Shift times:
Singles and Doubles Events
- Saturday, January 24th – 12:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.
- Sunday, January 25th – 12:00 P.M.
- Saturday, January 31st – 12:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.
Team Event
- Saturday, January 24th – 3:30 P.M.
- Sunday, January 25th – 3:30 P.M.
- Saturday, January 31st – 3:30 P.M.
For reservations call All Star Lanes at 608-788-7827
Entry fees:
- Singles - $21
- Doubles - $42 per team
- Team - $84 per team
- All-events (optional) $10.00
***2025-26 dues MUST be paid prior to bowling***
"You cannot win if you don't get in!" ~The 700 Club Doctor
Please contact Jeff Greene at 608-799-6409 if you have questions.
Come join the fun at All Star Lanes
4735 Mormon Coulee Rd, La Crosse, WI 54601
608-788-7827
Click here >>> for our Facebook page!!!
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Thank you 700 Club Members!!!
King Pin- Gerry Betz
Pin Buoy- Jeff Greene
Contact Us:
Jeff Greene
608-799-6409
jgreene204@yahoo.com
Gerry Betz
608-792-2048
youngbeetz@aol.com
*The 700 Bowling Club of America is open to any bowler, male or female, who has bowled a 700 series in a sanctioned league or tournament play.
Click <<Here>> for the 700 Clubs of America Life Membership Form