randy pedersen

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Randy Pedersen (May 28, 1962 – September 16, 2026) was an American professional bowler and renowned sportscaster.

Professional Bowling Career

  • PBA Success: Pedersen was a prominent member of the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), winning 13 PBA Tour titles.
  • Major Titles: He captured his only major title at the 1987 PBA National Championship.
  • PBA50: He joined the PBA50 Tour in 2013, winning the first tournament he entered, the PBA50 Dayton Classic.
  • Honors: He was ranked 35th on the PBA's list of "50 Greatest Players of the Last 50 Years" (2008), inducted into the PBA Hall of Fame in 2011, and inducted into the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Hall of Fame in 2025.

Broadcasting Career

  • The "Voice of the PBA": Transitioning to television in 2001, Pedersen became the lead color analyst for PBA broadcasts.
  • Tenure: He served as the PBA's lead analyst for 25 years, making him the longest-tenured broadcaster in the history of the organization.
  • Networks: Over his career, he provided commentary for ESPN, Fox Sports, CBS Sports Network, and BowlTV.

Death

Randy Pedersen passed away on September 16, 2026, at the age of 64. He was widely celebrated by the bowling community and PBA leadership as a "giant in sports" and a foundational figure in the growth and coverage of professional bowling.