Pay early, earn rewards at 2014 OC and WC

ARLINGTON, Texas - Teams entering the 2014 United States Bowling Congress Open and Women's Championships will be eligible for some great rewards just for signing up early.

Each member of teams paid in full by July 1, 2013, will receive $20 in Championships Cash upon check-in at their respective tournaments in Reno, Nev., in 2014.

The vouchers can be used toward Bowling Ball Express, yearlong brackets products, merchandise at the USBC SportStore or at any of the USBC-run side tournaments being held in conjunction with the USBC Open and Women's Championships.

As an added bonus, Open Championships bowlers who meet the July 1 deadline and register for a 10:30 p.m. doubles and singles squad will earn a $55 rebate as part of their prize checks, essentially bowling singles for free.

"We have so many dedicated bowlers and team captains," said Brian Lewis, USBC Managing Director of Tournaments. "This rewards program is a way for us to show our appreciation for their continued support of our tournaments."

The 2014 Open Championships will be held at Reno's National Bowling Stadium. The cost for each bowler is $55 per event and $15 for all-events for a total entry fee of $180. Registration already is underway.

The 2014 Women's Championships will be held at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, and registration will begin May 1, 2013. The event will feature four-player teams for the first time, a new divisional structure and an all-scratch format.

The total cost for a four-player team at the Women's Championships will be $560. Entering by mail, fax or phone will require an additional $10 processing fee per team and $10 for each doubles/singles set.

Group coordinators for 2014 also will enjoy a few additional incentives.

Open Championships coordinators with eight teams, and Women's Championships coordinators with six teams, will receive a complimentary VIP package. Also, doubles and singles times for their groups are guaranteed, so there is no need to worry about the group being split up.