When most high school athletes dream of the stadium lights, Cumberland County’s Will Schaub was no different, except his initial goal was not on the polished lanes of a bowling alley. He envisioned himself on an NFL football field.
“At first, I came into high school wanting to play football,” Schaub said. “But then I realized none of us were really good and bowling might just be the best shot I got and then I started coming to my sister’s practices and I realized how fun it was so I decided to try out and I enjoyed it.”
Schaub has since become a standout presence on the boys’ bowling team, bowling the lowest scores amongst Jets so far this season. Schaub said he credits much of his early development to his sister, who guided him through the fundamentals and the often-overlooked etiquette of the sport.
“She indicated on what I could do and how I could do things,” Schaub said. “And then she taught me some things I needed to know for bowling for the future.”
Schaub said learning lane courtesy became an essential part of his transition. Respecting other bowlers’ turns and maintaining focus despite the score are lessons that extend beyond the lanes.
“In your time, you realize, your eyes wander [towards the other bowlers,]” Schaub said. “It can be distracting.”
Schaub said he has his sights set on continuing his bowling career in college while pursuing a degree in computer engineering. Schaub said his top choices are Tennessee Wesleyan and Melbourne University, both known for strong bowling programs.