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Covington Today
By the People, for the People
Boone County, Covington Catholic Bowlers Finish as State Runners-Up
Northern Kentucky high school bowling teams and individuals shine at KHSAA state tournament
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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Several Northern Kentucky high school bowlers had strong showings at the 2026 Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) state bowling tournaments. Boone County's Maddox Kuryla finished as the boys singles runner-up, while Covington Catholic's boys team reached the state championship match before falling to Louisville Trinity. On the girls side, Campbell County's Abby Sargent placed third in the singles tournament, and both Boone County and Notre Dame reached the team semifinals.
Why it matters
High school sports, especially niche activities like bowling, provide important developmental opportunities for students and showcase the talent and dedication of young athletes in the community. The strong performances by Northern Kentucky bowlers at the state tournament highlight the growth of the sport in the region and the competitiveness of local programs.
The details
In the boys singles tournament, Boone County's Maddox Kuryla finished as the runner-up after advancing to the championship match. Kuryla was the fourth seed after the qualifying round, where he averaged 221 pins per game. He won his first two matches before falling to top seed Blake Ackermann of Trinity 235-184 in the final. Covington Catholic also had a standout showing, with Mason Bowman finishing seventh, Dylan Davis ninth, and the Colonels' team reaching the state championship match before losing 3-2 to Trinity. On the girls side, Campbell County's Abby Sargent placed third in the singles tournament, while Boone County and Notre Dame both reached the team semifinals.
- The KHSAA state bowling tournaments were held on February 11, 2026.
The players
Maddox Kuryla
A bowler for Boone County High School who finished as the boys singles runner-up at the 2026 KHSAA state tournament.
Blake Ackermann
The top seed in the boys singles tournament who defeated Maddox Kuryla in the championship match.
Mason Bowman
A bowler for Covington Catholic High School who finished seventh in the boys singles tournament.
Dylan Davis
A bowler for Covington Catholic High School who finished ninth in the boys singles tournament.
Abby Sargent
A bowler for Campbell County High School who placed third in the girls singles tournament.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
The takeaway
The strong performances by Northern Kentucky high school bowlers at the 2026 KHSAA state tournament showcase the growth and competitiveness of the sport in the region. These results highlight the dedication and talent of local student-athletes, and the importance of providing developmental opportunities through high school sports programs.
