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NDBC.org is the website of the National Duckpin Bowling Congress (NDBC), the parent and supervising organization for duckpin bowling in the United States. The Congress was established on September 8, 1927. If you are looking for the sport's governing body, national rankings, official rules, tournament results, or disciplinary notices, this is the source to check.
What the NDBC Is
The NDBC describes itself as the parent and supervising Duckpin Bowling organization in the United States. Its role covers the competitive side of the sport: sanctioning play, maintaining national rankings, publishing rules, and recognizing top bowlers.
Duckpin bowling is concentrated mainly on the East Coast. According to the site, it is found predominantly in:
- Virginia
- Maryland
- Connecticut
- Rhode Island
- Massachusetts
It also notes activity in North Carolina, West Virginia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
What You Can Find on the Site
The homepage organizes content into several sections, each serving a different purpose:
| Section | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Latest News | Announcements such as national rankings and leadership changes |
| Award Recognition | Honors for top-ranked bowlers |
| Tournament Flyers & Results | Event promotion and outcomes |
| NDBC Rule Book | The official rules of the sport |
| Suspension List | Disciplinary information |
Latest News
This section carries organizational announcements. Examples from the site include the 2025–2026 NDBC National Rankings (announcing Lisa Huber and Colby DeAntoniis as #1 Bowler of the Year) and a leadership update on the retirement of Executive Director Laura Bowden after eight years, along with the Board's approval of a new Executive Director.
Award Recognition
The NDBC has ranked a top male and female bowler each year since 1928. Ranked #1 bowlers receive a hand-crafted, custom-created, blown glass trophy, and their names are added permanently to the National Trophy display. The site frames the National Trophy as duckpin bowling's equivalent of major awards in other sports.
Tournament Flyers & Results
Use this section to find upcoming tournament flyers and posted results.
NDBC Rule Book
The official rulebook for duckpin bowling under the NDBC.
Suspension List
A published list of suspensions, useful for checking standing before competition.
Who This Site Is For
- Bowlers and league players checking rankings, rules, or suspension status
- Tournament organizers and participants looking for flyers and results
- Anyone new to duckpin bowling wanting to understand the sport's governing structure and where it is played
The site does not present pricing or membership cost information in the material reviewed here, so check the relevant section directly if fees matter to your decision.