Pete Weber (bowler)'s Success and Achievements in Timeline

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Pete Weber (bowler)

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Pete Weber (bowler). Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Pete Weber is a prominent American professional bowler, currently active in the PBA50+ tour. He is a member of both the PBA and USBC Halls of Fame, signifying his distinguished career and contributions to the sport. Known for his talent and flamboyant personality, Weber has garnered significant recognition and accolades throughout his bowling career.

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1980: First Season and Rookie of the Year

In the 1980 season, Pete Weber participated in 20 tour events and made one televised finals appearance and won Rookie of the Year honors.

1982: First PBA Title

In 1982, Pete Weber won his first PBA title, and proceeded to win another title that same season.

March 1984: Entered Rehab

In March 1984, Pete Weber entered rehab to address his issues with alcohol and cocaine use. This marked the end of what his father described as "eight years of hell."

1984: Tournament Win From 24th Spot

In 1984, Pete Weber won a tournament after starting in the 24th and final spot of the match play round.

1987: Denied Player of the Year Honors

In 1987, despite winning the Tournament of Champions and leading the tour in earnings, Pete Weber was denied Player of the Year honors, which were instead awarded to Marshall Holman.

March 2, 1991: Fair Lanes Open Victory

On March 2, 1991, Weber won his 16th PBA Tour title at the Fair Lanes Open after his opponent, Del Ballard Jr., failed to convert the necessary pins in the final frame.

1991: Tournament Win From 24th Spot

In 1991, Pete Weber won a tournament after starting in the 24th and final spot of the match play round.

1996: End of Winless Streak

In 1996, Pete Weber's longest winless streak ended.

1997: Turnaround Season

In 1997, Pete Weber began a turnaround in his career, attributing it to his third wife, Tracy. He won two titles and earned a then-career high of over $181,000.

1998: PBA Hall of Fame Induction

In 1998, Pete Weber joined his father in the PBA Hall of Fame.

2000: PBA Ranking Analysis

Weber's PBA ranking was determined using a points system based on standard titles, major titles, top-five finishes and Player of the Year awards.

2001: Career Back on Track

By the 2001-02 season, Pete Weber had his career back on track, winning three titles. During one of those victories at the Great Lakes Classic in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Weber rolled a nationally televised 299 game, leaving a 4-pin standing on his final shot.

2002: USBC Hall of Fame Induction

In 2002, Pete Weber became a member of the United States Bowling Congress Hall of Fame.

2003: Two Titles Including Third U.S. Open

In the 2003 season, Pete Weber secured two titles, including his third U.S. Open victory, earning a career-high $206,217.

December 4, 2005: Bowlersparadise.com Classic Victory

On December 4, 2005, Pete Weber won the Bowlersparadise.com Classic, marking his first television appearance in 666 days and his first title after his father's death.

2008: European Bowling Tour Title

In 2008, Pete Weber claimed his first career European Bowling Tour title in Barcelona, Spain.

2008: PBA's 50 Greatest Players List

In 2008, Pete Weber was ranked 4th on the PBA's list of "50 Greatest Players of the Last 50 Years," one place behind his father.

2010: Marathon Open Title Match

In 2010, Pete Weber's 35th Tour win at the Marathon Open ensured Walter Ray Williams Jr. his record 7th Player of the Year award, making Williams the oldest ever to win that award.

March 31, 2013: Tournament of Champions Win

On March 31, 2013, at age 50, Pete Weber secured his 37th PBA tour win at the Tournament of Champions.

2013: PBA50 Tour Debut

In 2013, Pete Weber joined the PBA50 Tour, winning the USBC Senior Masters and earning Rookie of the Year honors.

2013: ESPY Award for Best Bowler

In 2013, Pete Weber won the ESPY Award for Best Bowler.

2013: Triple Crown Feat

Upon winning the 2013 Tournament of Champions title, Pete Weber became the first bowler to win all three jewels of the Triple Crown at least twice in a career.

June 5, 2015: Suncoast PBA Senior U.S. Open Win

On June 5, 2015, Pete Weber secured his fourth PBA50 title and second PBA50 major at the Suncoast PBA Senior U.S. Open, making him the second player to win the U.S. Open on both the standard PBA Tour and the PBA50 Tour.

2015: PBA Senior U.S. Open Crown

In 2015, Weber won the PBA Senior U.S. Open crown

May 10, 2016: BVL Johnny Petraglia Open Victory

On May 10, 2016, Pete Weber won the BVL Johnny Petraglia Open on the PBA50 Tour, marking his third consecutive title in the 2016 season and seventh PBA50 title overall.

2017: St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame Induction

In 2017, Pete Weber was inducted into the St. Louis Sports Hall of Fame.

2017: DeHayes Insurance Group Championship Win

In the 2017 PBA50 season finale on August 8, Pete Weber won the DeHayes Insurance Group Championship, giving him 100 total PBA titles.

April 29, 2021: PBA50 National Championship Win

On April 29, 2021, Pete Weber won the Florida Blue Medicare PBA50 National Championship, marking his 12th PBA50 Tour title and fifth PBA50 major.

August 10, 2023: Bud Moore PBA50 Players Championship

On August 10, 2023, Pete Weber won the Bud Moore PBA50 Players Championship, marking his 14th PBA50 Tour title and sixth PBA50 major championship.

October 18, 2023: PBA60 Player of the Year

On October 18, 2023, Pete Weber won the PBA60 Player of the Year in his first season of eligibility.

2024: Star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame

In 2024, Pete Weber received a Star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame.

2025: Best 25 PBA Players Ranking

Despite being 38 years old at the turn of the century, Weber ranked #11 on the PBA's 2025 "Best 25 PBA Players of the Last 25 Seasons" list.