Eric Cooper Memorial Bowling Tournament
PRESENTED BY THE IOWA CUBS
The 6th Annual Eric Cooper Memorial Bowling Tournament is set for
Sunday, November 22nd in Des Moines, Iowa!
Join us for a great event supporting a fantastic cause – our Official Leadership Program which is training the next generation of umpires. This is a living legacy in memory of MLB Umpire Eric Cooper.
DATE:
Sunday, November 22, 2026
LOCATION:
Gameday Lanes (formerly Merle Hays Lanes), Des Moines, IA
Time:
4 PM – 7 PM
THE IOWA CUBS – PRESENTING SPONSOR
Pre-order your limited-edition Coop T-shirt by Nov. 1! Pickup only at the bowling tournament. No shirts will be shipped.
By bowling, sponsoring or donating to this annual tournament, you are supporting our Official Leadership Program, a 6-week course that teaches teens umpiring mechanics and leadership skills right here in Des Moines, Iowa! Graduates from this program have the special opportunity to meet the professional umpire staff before an Iowa Cubs game! They are earning money, staying involved in baseball and softball and are continuing the legacy of Major League Baseball Umpire Eric Cooper.
