Orlando, FL – June 2023: We are honored to announce that KTC Instructors Del Warren and Randy Stoughton have earned the IBPSIA Award in consecutive years. Randy Stoughton is the winner of the 2023 Bill Bunetta Lighthouse Award. Randy showed incredible dedication in his field through his various positions with PBA, Ebonite and ultimately Kegel Training Center. Del accepted the award on Randy’s behalf. Randy passed away Jan 8, 2023.
Del Warren was the winner of the 2022 Bill Bunetta Lighthouse Award but had not previously received his award. Del has made significant contributions to the Pro Shop Industry through his positions at AMF, Track and Kegel. Del was elected to the IBPSIA Board of Directors in 2008, then served as the President in 2009 and 2010. He has been an advocate of IBPSIA since serving on the board, teaching multiple Hands-On Training Seminars (HOTS) in the United States and Japan.
The IBPSIA Bill Bunetta Lighthouse award is presented annually when applicable to:
· Person or business that has made significant contributions to Pro Shop Industry
· Currently or has been active in the bowling industry
· Currently or has been involved in bowler retention
The Lighthouse Award is named for Bill Bunetta, a member of the United States Bowling Congress Hall of Fame for Superior Performance. He was a top competitor for nearly two decades and a respected coach. He conducted instructional clinics and exhibitions and gave advice to many players in the early stages of their career.
