Thomas Stead

player profile

I am 40 years old and have been bowing since I was round 3. Bowl currently out of Flagstaff AZ, but was active Air Force for 20 years. I have bowled all over the world. In 2021 I started to design and launch the Nexus Bag to help bowlers travel and organize better. My goal is to cash in a PBA regional this year and make the RPI next year.

Who / What Got You Started in Bowling?

My father when I was very young.

What Do You Love About the Sport?

I love the community. The diversity of backgrounds, the different styles, and the diversity of ages makes the sport very special.

Favorite Bowling Memory

I bowled my very first 300 on my (Future at the time) wife’s birthday in front of her.

Who is Your Favorite Bowler?

Growing up I loved Walter Ray. Randy Pedersen is one of my close friends and coaches. But My current favorite bowler has to be Belmo. I bowled with him in Thailand, when I was not very good, and he was so nice and encouraging. That is who I want to be like when I grow up.

Awards & Achievements

I don’t really care about awards. Probably my favorite achievement was winning the youth Coca Cola tournament in front of my dad when I was young.

Bowling Accomplishments

300 x 1

299 x 2

800 x 2

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FAVORITE COOLWICK PRODUCTs

Thomas Stead Salute CoolWick Bowling Jersey

$59.95

My favorite product is the jersey that Coolwick helped me design for my nationals team. The ability to design custom jerseys with ease and the professionalism of the team made the process fun.