With interest in the sport continuing to rise, Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn will establish its own bowling program starting with the 2022-23 season.

The decision came after information presented to the school board on Feb. 21 indicates student numbers would justify ending the bowling sharing agreement with Sioux Central.

Superintendent Patrick Carlin had met with Bert van Dam, owner of Locomotion Lanes in Sanborn, and Eric Mastbergen, who are working to build interest in the sport among area youth. Information presented at the meeting suggests that effort is paying off. Thirteen boys and four girls...