Bowlers from Section XI delivered an impressive showing this week at the New York State individual girls bowling championships, placing four athletes among the top six finishers and highlighting the strength of Suffolk County’s bowling programs.
Leading the way was standout bowler Brooke Andresen, who finished second overall in the state competition. Andresen’s performance paced a dominant effort from Section XI competitors, who consistently found themselves near the top of the leaderboard throughout the tournament. Her runner-up finish marked one of the best performances of the event and helped set the tone for Suffolk County’s strong presence.
Close behind Andresen was Trishna Desai, who secured a third-place finish after another strong outing on the lanes. Kaylee Dwyer followed with a fourth-place finish, while Meeya Leaderman rounded out the impressive showing by placing sixth overall. With four athletes finishing in the top six, Section XI clearly demonstrated the depth of talent across its programs.
In addition to her strong third-place finish, Desai also earned special recognition at the tournament. She was presented with the event’s Sportsmanship Award, an honor given to athletes who demonstrate outstanding respect, integrity, and positive conduct during competition. The recognition added another highlight to an already memorable performance for the Suffolk County bowlers.
Officials from Section XI praised the group’s accomplishments and the continued success of local bowling programs. In a statement shared on the organization’s social media accounts, Section XI wrote, “An amazing accomplishment for Section XI and a proud moment for Long Island bowling.”
The results reflect the continued growth and competitiveness of high school bowling across Suffolk County. With multiple athletes finishing among the state’s best, the performance reinforced Section XI’s reputation as one of the premier regions for high school bowling talent in New York.