Jakob Butturff, eight-time PBA Tour champion, dies at 32
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Jakob Butturff, an eight-time champion on the PBA Tour, passed away on July 31 at the age of 32, as announced by the Professional Bowlers Association. The PBA confirmed that he died unexpectedly, and no cause of death has been disclosed. Butturff's career included a major victory at the 2019 USBC Masters, among his eight PBA Tour titles and 27 PBA Regional Tour titles. He also represented Team USA seven times. PBA Commissioner Tom Clark praised Butturff's unique style and impact in the sport, offering condolences to his family and friends.
- •Butturff was an eight-time PBA Tour champion.
- •He died unexpectedly on July 31, 2026.
- •No cause of death has been released.
- •He had a major win at the 2019 USBC Masters.
- •Butturff was a seven-time member of Team USA.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — 8-time bowling tour champion Jakob Butturff dies at 32
"Eight-time PBA Tour champion Jakob Butturff died on Friday, July 31, the Professional Bowlers Association announced. He was 32.
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