Micah Chisley

Micah Chisley
Bowler

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Bio- Micah Chisley is a sophomore at Parkdale High School in Riverdale Maryland. He is a football player and wrestler for the school team, but bowling is his primary sport.  Micah has traveled to New York, Delaware, Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina to compete.  To date, he has won thousands of dollars in scholarship money for his bowling prowess.  Bowling has helped Micah become a very competitive person and will continue to be one of his favorite sports to play. Micah is in the class of 2025 and plans to attend North Carolina A &T while bowling on the collegiate level.

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Define Bowler.
A bowler is just another person who plays a sport and takes their talents to the next level.

Where do you draw your inspiration from? 
My inspiration came from my family.  We always went to tournaments as a kid and it just carried with me throughout life.

What inspired you to become a Bowler? 
My inspiration was my mom.  She taught me how to bowl before I knew how to walk honestly 

Why is what you do important? 
It's important to me because it's a skill nobody can take away from me and it's unique.

What do you think is the most important tool for a Bowler? 
The most important tool for a bowler is their technique.  Without a good technique, expect the worst.

What advice do you have for someone that wants to be a Bowler? 
To someone who wants to be a bowler, always have fun.  Bowling is all about having a clear mind and just having fun.

What is an interesting fact about you? 
An interesting fact about me is I've traveled to four states to participate in bowling tournaments.
 
Where are you from? / Where do you live? 
I’m from Prince George’s County, MD

Who is your favorite Bowler? 
My favorite bowler is easily Norm Duke, dude’s a beast.

Where do you see yourself five years from now? 
Five years from now, I will own a restaurant.
 
What awards/accolades have you received?

• 2nd place in the NCAUSBCA Youth 
• Championship Tournament 2016 Division 4
• 2016 Danny Wiseman Youth Finalist
• 10th place in the 2015 Virginia State Pepsi USBC Youth Championships