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Shannon Pluhowsky and Chris Via selected for Team USA bowling

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:32 PM

Last updated Jul 23, 2026

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Summary

Shannon Pluhowsky and Chris Via are set to compete for Team USA at the 2026 International Bowling Federation World Cup from October 12-21 in Munich, Germany. Pluhowsky, now in her 26th year with the team, has accumulated 50 medals in her career. Via will make his eighth appearance representing the United States. The men's team aims to improve after finishing ninth at the 2025 World Championships, while the women’s team secured the overall championship. Additionally, Gracie Hood qualified for Junior Team USA after her successful performance at the recent Junior Gold Championships.

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•Pluhowsky joins Team USA for her 26th year.
•Via will compete for the eighth time with Team USA.
•Men's team finished ninth at the 2025 World Championships.
•Women's team won the overall championship last year.
•Gracie Hood qualified for Junior Team USA at the Junior Gold Championships.

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6:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bowling: Pluhowsky and Via return to action with Team USA

What they're saying

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Jul. 23—The top of the standings is always the goal for Shannon Pluhowsky, but the top of the podium is unforgettable when she is wearing the red, white and blue. "When you're wearing USA across your back it's very special because so few people get to do that," Pluhowsky said. "Even now when I hear the National Anthem, my mind will wander back to that moment on top of the podium when it ...
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