Men's Bowling Special Olympics
Devin Romaniw - MU Sports Information

Madonna University Bowling Team Gives Back at Michigan Special Olympics State Bowling Tournament

11/10/2026 4:16:00 PM

ALLEN PARK, Mich. - The Madonna University Bowling team recently took time away from the lanes to make a difference in their community, volunteering at the Michigan Special Olympics State Bowling Tournament on October 30 at Thunderbowl Lanes in Allen Park.

Representing Madonna University were Head Coach Joe Wrone, Assistant Coach Tronoto Taylor, and bowlers Matt Wolbrink, Kaden Cirata, and Landon Corley, helping to make the tournament a memorable experience for the athletes competing.

Madonna's bowlers assisted with keeping score, helping bowlers throughout the competition, and presenting awards at the conclusion of the tournament. Their involvement helped ensure the athletes had an enjoyable and successful day while celebrating their accomplishments on the lanes.

For the Madonna University team, the experience was about much more than bowling. It was an opportunity to connect with the community, support an outstanding organization, and experience firsthand the joy and sportsmanship that make Special Olympics so meaningful.

The team found the opportunity to give back extremely rewarding and recognizes the importance of using its platform as a collegiate athletic program to make a positive impact beyond competition.

Coach Wrone shared the following thoughts about the experience:
"At Madonna University, we believe that being a student-athlete and representing this university means more than what you accomplish on the lanes. It means living out the University's values, serving others, and making a positive difference in the communities around us. Our experience at the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament was a great reminder of how much we can learn from others through sports, sportsmanship, and simply giving our time. We were proud to be part of such a special event, and I couldn't be happier with how our team represented Madonna University. Giving back is something we want to make a priority in our program."

The Madonna University Bowling program is proud to announce that its commitment to Special Olympics will extend beyond this year's tournament. The coaching staff and students have communicated their intention to continue volunteering at future Special Olympics events.

While the team spends much of its time focused on developing a competitive program in collegiate bowling, opportunities like this reinforce an equally important goal: developing young men and women who understand the value of service, leadership, and community involvement.
 
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