SINKING SPRING, Pa. - The Morgan State women's bowling team earned four victories in five matches at the Kutztown Invitational, held at Berks Bowlero in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. Guided by first-year head coach Mike Blakeney, the Bears rebounded from an opening-match loss to Delaware State to win four consecutive matches, highlighted by a dramatic nine-pin victory over Felician.

Morgan State opened the tournament with a 995-782 loss to Delaware State. Freshman Amari Thompson led the Bears with a 192 game as the team looked to bounce back in its remaining matches.

The Bears responded with a 777-702 victory over D'Youville in their second match, led by newcomer Briana Mason's 179. Morgan State continued its momentum against Wilmington, earning an 828-675 win behind Mason's tournament-best individual game of 234.

The fourth match provided the day's most dramatic finish as Morgan State edged Felician, 823-814. Mason rolled a 189, while Thompson added a 191 and junior Kyra Italien contributed a 180. With the outcome hanging in the balance, Mason delivered three consecutive strikes in the 10th frame to secure the nine-pin victory for the Bears.

Morgan State closed out its five-match slate with a 901-768 win over Adelphi. Sophomore Alexandra Stephen paced the Bears with a 211, while Italien added a 200 to help the team finish the day with four victories.

Mason led Morgan State individually throughout the five-game competition, recording a 920 series for an average of 184 pins per game. Her performance placed her fifth in the individual standings, pending official results.

The Bears' ride their four-match win streak into Sunday, as they continue competition in the Kutztown Invitational.
 
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