BEK TV, in partnership with JMar Entertainment, has announced the launch of its comprehensive coverage of professional and amateur bowling tournaments across the nation. This new initiative promises to bring the excitement of bowling to fans everywhere, featuring a mix of professional and small-market bowlers. The inaugural broadcast of the “Headliners Bowling Series,” presented by JMar, will air on Sunday, August 18th, at 6 p.m. CT, live from Sioux Falls, SD. The first event will showcase top Professional Bowling Association (PBA) bowlers, including Marshall Kent, Kris Prather, Kevin McCune, Keven Williams, Zack Wilkins, and others. BEK TV will broadcast the Step Ladder Finals portion of the 'Farmers Union Insurance Midwest Open Championships' from Eastway Bowl.
The series will continue the following week in Moorhead, MN, where BEK TV will also broadcast the Step Ladder Finals on Sunday, August 25, at 6 p.m. CT. Preceding each broadcast of the “Headliners Bowling Series” will be a half-hour program called “Frame by Frame,” also presented by JMar Entertainment.
Jordan Hassler, Chief Operating Officer of BEK TV, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "We are excited to partner with JMar Entertainment to bring these high-caliber bowling events to our viewers each week. Our commitment to delivering diverse and engaging content is stronger than ever, and we are proud to provide a platform that elevates the sport of bowling."
Jay Fettig, Co-Owner of JMar Entertainment, added, "We're thrilled to partner with BEK TV to bring bowling tournaments to viewers worldwide. With 1.4 million league bowlers in the United States, bowling is the largest participatory sport in the country. There's considerable interest in the sport, and JMar Entertainment is in the business of redefining bowling by making tournaments not just about the competition itself, but by making it a fun and entertaining experience for everyone."
Viewers can tune in to “Frame by Frame,” followed by the “Headliners Bowling Series,” live and on demand on the BEK TV+ App. A portion of each subscription will directly support youth bowling initiatives and scholarships, thereby investing in the future of the sport.
JMar Entertainment, co-founded by 9-time PBA Tour champion Marshall Kent and PBA50 bowler Jay Fettig, aims to transform bowling into an exciting entertainment experience. The mission is to create unforgettable experiences by integrating various forms of entertainment into bowling events, drawing more people to the sport and providing economic opportunities for athletes, bowling centers, supporting businesses, and communities. Each event will blend high-caliber bowling tournaments with vibrant block party elements, including inflatables for kids, beer gardens, music, food, and games, creating a festive atmosphere for all ages.
BEK TV, the only North Dakota-owned broadcasting company remaining in the state, produces more local content than any other television station. It broadcasts statewide on television and across the world via streaming, offering a platform that is unscripted and uncensored. BEK TV has been recognized as the “Best Local TV Station” by the Bismarck Tribune’s Best of the Best contest for three consecutive years (2021, 2022, and 2023).
