Newton High School Bowler Competes at State Tournament

Jeremiah Killmer qualifies for Class 2A Boys Individual State Bowling Tournament

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Newton High School senior Jeremiah Killmer is one of 32 bowlers competing in the Class 2A 2026 Boys Individual State Bowling Tournament in Waterloo, Iowa today. Killmer qualified for the state tournament by placing 7th at the Individual State Qualifying Meet in Ballard on February 16th with a 3-game score of 649.

Why it matters

High school bowling is a growing sport in Iowa, and the state tournament represents the pinnacle of competition for the top individual bowlers. Killmer's qualification for the state tournament is a significant achievement that showcases his skills and dedication to the sport.

The details

Killmer's individual game scores at the qualifying meet were 213, 254, and 182. The top 8 individual bowlers from each of the 4 qualifying meets advanced to the state tournament, and Killmer's qualifying score was the 21st best overall. The state tournament preliminaries begin at 9 a.m. today.

  • Killmer placed 7th at the Individual State Qualifying Meet in Ballard on February 16, 2026.
  • The Class 2A 2026 Boys Individual State Bowling Tournament is taking place today in Waterloo, Iowa.

The players

Jeremiah Killmer

A senior bowler at Newton High School who qualified for the Class 2A Boys Individual State Bowling Tournament.

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The takeaway

Killmer's qualification for the state bowling tournament is a testament to his skill and hard work, and represents an exciting opportunity for him to compete against the best high school bowlers in Iowa.