Len Nicholson has been involved in analyzing, cleaning and conditioning bowling lanes in more bowling centers, in more cities, in more states, and in more countries than anyone in the history of bowling. His insights into the sport of bowling are unique and often sought after from his peers.
Along with being the renowned voice of the Phantom of Phantom Radio fame, Lenny has authored seven books and pamphlets on the various aspects of the sport of Bowling. He has been a BWAA & Southern Bowling Writers Member for many years, attending 26 International Bowl Expo’s and four BWAA Annual Meetings.
In 2007, Nicholson received the “Flowers for the Living” Award, presented annually to a person in the bowling industry who is admired, respected and loved. In 2009, he was presented with the John Davis Award for his continuing contributions to the Sport of Bowling. In 2011, he was inducted into the PBA Hall of Fame for Meritorious Service. Also in 2011, he was presented the 1st Annual Jim Jaryszak Laneman Award, which is a new award from the USBC.