ROSS SALTER  (Deceased)

Inducted:  1986 - Meritorious Service

Known as one of the Founding Fathers of the Southern Nevada Bowling Association, Ross was born in Wau Paca, WI, and lived in the Southern Nevada area for over 50 years.   He was an ABC member for more than 50 years and served as a Director and Vice President of the SNBA from 1966, the first year of permanent records.   Ross started bowling at the age of 17 and first participated in league play in 1941.   He was the Secretary of the Charles Brown league for 16 years and has held the office of President in other leagues.   He managed the Boulder City Lanes in the 1950's and was the first bowler to enter the Nevada State Tournament with a 200 average.   Ross had a lifetime average of 202 and bowled in more than 60 leagues.   He had two 700 series and a 279 game to his credit, and was the 1985 Senior Class 'A' Champion of the SNBA.