Paula Carter
Meritorious Service
Performance
Pioneer
Superior Performance
Veterans
USBC Superior Performance
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USA
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Hand:
left
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Career Wins:
2
Ambassador (2023)
Paula Carter is a two-time winner at the U.S. Women’s Open. The left-hander captured the prestigious victory at the 1971 and 1975 events. Her performance during the 1971 season helped her earn recognition as the International Bowling Media Association Bowler of the Year and a spot on the All-America team for Bowlers Journal International (1970-1971). She promoted the sport through several national television appearances during the 1970s, helping bring professional women’s bowling to a new audience. She was inducted to the USBC Hall of Fame for Superior Performance in 1994.