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Mini Show Me Games 2026

Join us on March 28, 2026

The Mini Show Me Games this year will be held on March 28, 2026 at Shrewsbury Lanes in St. Louis. 

Registration begins 11:30am. Event starts at noon. 

The event will have Singles, followed by Doubles.

Non-league bowlers may partidipate. Handicap will be determined following the singles event.

For more information contact Del W. at msnlsec@yahoo.com

Show Me Classic Invitational Bowling Tournament

The Show Me St. Louis Classic Invitational Bowling Tournament takes place every Labor Day weekend in St. Louis, Missouri. This tournament attracts bowlers from across the country and internationally, celebrating the spirit of amateur bowling. It is dedicated to promoting amateur bowling for individuals of all identities, with a strong emphasis on the education and participation of the LGBTQIA+ community. For more information, please reach out to one of the League officers.

OUR SPONSORS

Concord Bowl & Recreation Complex

Concord Bowl is once again a proud sponsor of the Show Me St. Louis Classic, promoting amateur bowling in the community. Conveniently located at 11801 Tesson Ferry Rd, St Louis MO 63128, they are known for their hospitality, especially towards the LGBTQIA+ community. A recent reviewer shared, "Great place to go bowling, super nice folks that run this place. We have always had great food from Concord Bowl too!" 


Visit their site here.

Storm Products

The Show Me St. Louis Classic is very proud to be sponsored by internationally acclaimed Storm Products, which offers the best in amateur bowling gear, from balls to hats to shoes (and everything in between). A strong supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community and athletic organizations around the world, Storm has always been there for our community. 


Visit their site here.

Orlando Gardens South

Once again, Orlando Gardens South is a proud sponsor of the Show Me St. Louis Classic Invitational, an exciting event that celebrates amateur bowling. Orlando's is a local institution with a long history of fine dining, celebrations, and support for the LGBTQIA+ community and local events. 


Click here to learn more.

ST4L Sports & Show Me Classic Gear

STL Sports offers a wide range of products, including Show Me St. Louis Classic gear, such as T-shirts, jackets, hoodies, silk ties, and bow ties. As a proud supporter of the amateur bowling scene and the LGBTQIA+ community, they also sponsor the Show Me Classic Tournament! 


Click here to learn more.

IGBO - International Gay Bowling Organization

The primary function of the International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO) is to provide educational services, communication avenues, and social opportunities that promote amateur bowling and enrich the lives of individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community through leagues and tournaments worldwide. 


For over 45 years, IGBO has been solidifying the sport of bowling among LGBTQIA+ individuals. Today, the organization reaches more than 9,000 members across the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Europe. With the help of IGBO and teams of local volunteers, these members have formed over 100 leagues, hosted more than 50 tournaments, including the popular Show Me St. Louis Classic, and established several non-profit organizations that support their communities in meaningful ways. 


Visit their site here.

LGBTQIA+ BOWLING TOURNAMENT: SHOW ME ST. LOUIS CLASSIC

Bowling is not just a sport; it's an activity that brings people together, especially within the amateur bowling community. It's all of you who make events like the Show Me St. Louis Classic a fun experience. Thank you for coming out to support our tournament and the volunteers who dedicated their time and effort to make this event a success for the LGBTQIA+ community. Without you, this would not be possible.

Keep Up To Date With The Show Me Classic On Facebook

The Show Me St. Louis Classic Facebook page is your go-to source for all the latest information about amateur bowling. 


Click here for the most up-to-date details on the league and tournaments, including those that celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. 

COMMITTEE MEMBERS

The Show Me Classic Board

Doug Hoglan - Executive Director / Treasurer

 

Rich Hagan - Director of Operations / Co-Treasurer


 Del Watlington - Director of Marketing 


Jeff Keim - Fundraising


Stephen Bodine - Secretary / Co-Treasurer


Wil Cruz - Registration & Results

Bowling Leagues

Sunday Night:

Headpins - A great amateur bowling league for everyone!

Shrewsbury Lanes

7202 Weil Ave.

St. Louis, MO 63119

Click here to contact Rich for more information.



Monday Night:

Night Moaners - Welcoming all members of the LGBTQIA+ community!

Tropicana Lanes

7960 Clayton Rd.

Richmond Heights, MO 63117

Click here to contact Del for more information.



Summer Wednesday:

Midsummer Nights League - Part of the Show Me St. Louis Classic series!

Shrewsbury Lanes

7202 Weil Ave.

St. Louis, MO 63119

Click here to contact Del for more information.

Our Mission

Established in 1983, the Show Me St. Louis Classic Invitational Bowling Tournament (SMC) is a sports organization dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for the LGBTQIA+ community. We are committed to promoting amateur bowling for everyone, regardless of their identity, with a particular emphasis on the education and participation of members of the LGBTQIA+ community. 


Each Labor Day weekend, we host a Bowling Tournament that attracts bowlers from across the country and even internationally. 


For more information, please reach out to one of the League officers. We are always eager to welcome new members who can help promote the SMC throughout the year and encourage everyone to join us at our tournament and other bowling events taking place nationwide and around the globe.

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