Jimmy Clemens Youth Ambassador Award

Geographic Scope: Central Ohio USBC members

Eligibility Requirements:

• Current member in good standing of Central Ohio USBC
• Minimum 5 years participation in a certified youth bowling program
• Demonstrated good sportsmanship (losing with grace, winning with dignity)
• Team player with positive attitude
• Respectful of rules and the game
• Additional qualities: kind, helpful, supportive

Award Purpose:
Recognizes youth bowlers who exemplify the values and dedication to bowling promotion that Jimmy Clemens embodied.

Background:
Named after Jimmy Clemens (1970s-present), a man of high integrity who:

• Served on Greater Columbus Men's Bowling Association Board (1970)
• Served on Greater Columbus Youth Bowling Association Board (1971+)
• Supervised Central Ohio Youth Classic Traveling League (1973+)
• President of GCYBA (1973)
• Region 5 Director for Ohio State YBA
• Ohio State Bowling Association Board Member
• YABA In-State Instructor (trained 950+ coach instructors)
• Charter member and President of Ohio Bowling Council
• Two 300 games to his credit
• Ohio Bowling Hall of Fame and Central Ohio USBC Hall of Fame member

Recent Winners:

• 2025: Derek Skinner (Metro Early College High School)
• 2024: Carson Dever
• 2023: Cayden Griffin
• 2022: Miles Gordon

Application Process

1. Download Application:
   • JIMMY CLEMENS AWARD APPLICATION (Word format) available on website
2. Complete Application Form:
   • Fill out all required fields
   • Provide evidence of USBC membership
   • Document minimum 5 years in certified youth program
   • Describe sportsmanship, character, and contributions to bowling
3. Submit Application:
   • Mail completed application to:
   • Central Ohio USBC
   • 643 S. Hamilton Rd
   • Columbus, Ohio 43213
4. Submission Timeline:
   • Annual award cycle (contact organization for specific deadline)
5. Verification:
   • USBC membership verification required
   • Youth program participation documentation