Player Intro:

Bernie Grueso Jnr is a young bowler making waves in Australian youth events. Most recently he made his Australian debut at the Under 21 World Championships in Sweden where he won bronze in the Men’s Teams event. Grueso Jnr also has three Werribee Youth Cup titles (2017, 2020, 2022) to his name – the only bowler to have achieved this feat.

Date of Birth: May 14, 2001

Resides (include city and state): Melbourne, Victoria

Home centre: Zone Bowling Frankston

Bowling style: Two-handed, right hand

At what age did you start bowling? I started rolling balls down a lane younger than I could remember. I started practicing somewhat frequently however at about age 4-5.

Do you play any other sports? No

Who is your bowling hero? Kris Prather

Who is your sporting hero? Conor McGregor (of 2012-2017)

Do you have any superstitions before bowling? I need to make my own bed in the morning, even if I’m staying at a hotel. It’s how I always start my mornings.

If there was a movie about your life, who would play you? Kevin Hart

What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received and who was it from? Not really advice, but a quote that resides heavily with me. “We’re not here to take part, we’re here to take over” – Conor McGregor

Favourite Food? Sinigang served with rice – Filipino Dish (Pork Sour Soup)

Favourite Movie? I don’t have one

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