Southern Nazarene Men's Bowling Finishes 5th at Nationals

Crimson Storm program achieves highest-ever placement in just its third year

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:27pm

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An abstract expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the dynamic motion and energy of a collegiate bowling competition, with the pins, ball, and players' movements dissolving into unrecognizable splatters of color.Southern Nazarene's breakout performance at the national bowling championships showcases the program's rapid rise to prominence.Green Bay Today

The Southern Nazarene University men's bowling team finished in 5th place at the Intercollegiate Team Championships in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the highest finish in the program's brief 3-year history.

Why it matters

Southern Nazarene's bowling program has rapidly risen to become a national contender, demonstrating the school's commitment to building a competitive athletics program and providing student-athletes with opportunities to compete at the highest collegiate levels.

The details

Sophomore Brandon Bonta led the Crimson Storm with a strong individual performance, helping the team achieve its best-ever finish at the prestigious national tournament.

  • The Intercollegiate Team Championships took place on April 18, 2026 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

The players

Southern Nazarene University

A private Christian university located in Bethany, Oklahoma that fields a men's bowling team.

Brandon Bonta

A sophomore on the Southern Nazarene men's bowling team who had a standout individual performance at the national championships.

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The takeaway

Southern Nazarene's rapid rise in men's bowling demonstrates the university's commitment to building a well-rounded athletics program that can compete at the highest levels of collegiate competition.