Still Rolling at 85: Lessons From a Lifetime of Bowling, Resilience, and Never Giving Up

Still Rolling At 85

A Bowler's Journey Through 55 Years of Competition, Adaptation, and Life Lessons What if your greatest victories came long after your best scores?

At 85 years old, James Tessa Dr Smooth is still doing what he loves—stepping onto the bowling approach with determination, gratitude, and the belief that there is always another frame to bowl.

In Still Rolling At 85 , you'll travel through more than five decades of unforgettable bowling experiences, beginning with a young soldier discovering the game at Fort Lewis and continuing through league championships, tournament competition, military bowling, life-changing injuries, and the inspiring decision to join his very first senior bowling league at age 85.

But this isn't just a book about bowling.

It's a story about resilience.

It's about adapting when life changes.

It's about finding purpose, friendship, and joy through every season of life.

Whether you're a beginner, a league bowler, a tournament competitor, a senior athlete, a veteran, or someone simply looking for inspiration, you'll discover timeless lessons that reach far beyond the bowling lanes.

Inside You'll Discover: *Inspiring stories from more than 55 years of bowling

*Lessons learned through victories, setbacks, injuries, and comebacks

*How adapting—not giving up—can keep you moving forward at any age

*The importance of friendship, sportsmanship, and lifelong learning

*Encouragement to stay active, stay positive, and keep competing—on the lanes and in life

Throughout the book, one message shines through:

The game keeps changing... and bowlers must adapt.

With warmth, humor, and heartfelt wisdom, James Tessa Dr Smooth reminds us that success isn't measured by perfect games or high scores.

It's measured by perseverance.

By making adjustments.

By refusing to quit.

And by believing that your best days may still be ahead.

If you've ever loved bowling, overcome a challenge, or wondered what's possible later in life, this book is for you.

Because no matter your age...

There is always another frame ahead.

Keep learning.
Keep adapting.
Keep rolling.