The defending IHSA state bowling champion Salem Wildcats will open up defense of their title today when they host their Regional. Top teams and individuals will advance to the Carterville Sectional at the SI Bowl Family Fun Center next weekend.
Salem will play host at Salem Bowl to Bluford, Christ Our Rock, Danville, Eldorado, Centralia, Harrisburg, Hoopeston, North Clay, Maroa, Central A&M, Mount Vernon, Pana, Taylorville, Tolono Unity and Woodlawn.
Also feeding to Carterville are regionals at Alton that will include Roxana and Wood River. The Carbondale Regional at SI Bowl will include Columbia and Freeburg. BelAir Bowl in Belleville will host teams including Breese Central and Mater Dei.