Jim was a member of the 4th place team I Thought This Was AA?.

This season he has been the Most Valuable Bowler 1 time and earned 0 #1 Power Ranked bowler and 0 #1 Head-to-Head bowler nods(s).

his latest scores put him in the # position for the week. Overall, he is cumulatively the # Power Ranked bowler in the league this season out of a field of 24 bowlers.

Box scores for Spring 2023

	Opponent	Lanes	G1	G2	G3	Series	Hdcp.	Avg.
Week 1	Glory Bowl	5&6	100	198	120	418	564	139
Week 2	Just Shitty Enough	3&4	130	137	135	402	548	136
Week 3	Let's Split Up Gang!	5&6	111	126	95	332	485	128
Week 4	Sun Dolphins	1&2	153	138	142	433	605	132
Week 5	Balderdash	3&4	160	82	166	408	571	132
Week 6	Just Shitty Enough	5&6	135	92	104	331	494	129
Week 7	Glory Bowl	1&2	124	178	122	424	594	130
Week 8	Sun Dolphins	5&6	135	121	114	370	538	129
Week 9	Balderdash	1&2	(129)	(129)	(129)	387	557	129
Week 10	Let's Split Up Gang!	5&6	117	166	143	426	596	131
Week 11	Glory Bowl	3&4	(131)	(131)	(131)	393	558	131
Week 12	Just Shitty Enough	1&2	(131)	(131)	(131)	393	558	131
Week 13	Let's Split Up Gang!	3&4	136	110	106	352	517	129
Week 14	(Absent)
Week 15	Balderdash	1&2	113	110	156	379	549	129
Week 16	Balderdash	5&6	102	127	115	344	514	128
TOTALS			1907	1976	1909	5792	8248	128

Jim Koger made his league debut in the Fall 2022 season.

Having rolled 219 games over the course of 7 seasons in his GutterAlley career, Koger carries a lifetime average of 123.

To date, Jim's highest game shot in league was a 198 bowled in Game #2 during Week #1 of the Spring 2023 session and his highest series in league was the 444 he rolled in Week #7 during the Fall 2022 season.

He has been named the Most Valuable Bowler 5 time(s) and the runner-up 5 time(s).


Jim has bowled for:
  -Fall 2025: Trump's Tariff Turkeys   (Avg: 119)   (My profile for this team)
  -Spring 2025:    (Avg: 120)   (My profile for this team)
  -Fall 2024: Scooter's Succulent Sausages™   (Avg: 126)   (My profile for this team)
  -Spring 2024: Grumpy Old Men   (Avg: 121)   (My profile for this team)
  -Fall 2023: √-1   (Avg: 120)   (My profile for this team)
  -Spring 2023: I Thought This Was AA?   (Avg: 128)   (My profile for this team)
  -Fall 2022: AJ's Minions   (Avg: 122)   (My profile for this team)


 

Jim has unlocked the following Spring 2023 achievements...

Your highest game during the season, increments of 25.	Your highest series during the season, increments of 25.		Named the Most Valuable Bowler of any week.	Your current position in the league standings.
		Rolled the High Game Handicap at least one week.
Victory! Your team swept another team.	Losers! Your team was swept.	Your team managed to win a game by a single pin.	Your team lost a game by one @#&% pin!	Defeated a team scratch, no handicap necessary!
	Your team's longest winning streak this season.	Your team's longest losing streak this season.		Bested Sweep the Leg, Johnny's Fall 2009 scores!
		Huge incremental drops in-between game scores!	Shot well over your average! Increments of 25.	Bowled below your average all 3 games in a single week.

A listing (from most current to furthest back) of any write-up posts in which Jim has been mentioned:

• It's a Bird! It's a Plane! It's Hof-Mann! (Nov 18th, 2025) - The thirteenth week of Fall 2025 thundered onto the lanes like a runaway ball hurtling toward a trembling 7–10 split. Two teams clawed their way upward in the standings, two teams spiraled downward in heartbreak, and everyone else clung to their dignity like a bowler trying not to foul on a slick approach. JoAnne Barber unleashed a blistering 143 to seize this week’s high game for the women, and her iron-willed consistency netted her a powerful 378 for the women’s high series. Over on the men’s side, Nick Kinney blasted a 212 to earn the week’s top men’s game, while Matthew Taylor carved through the oil with a gorgeous 570 to secure the high series for the men. Meanwhile, AJ Hofmann cemented his place in league history by winning Most Valuable Bowler once again — now more times than anyone else in the league’s history — proving that some legends just keep stacking titles. And that was only the beginning. What followed was drama, triumph, collapse, glory, and enough emotional turbulence to make the pins file a workplace hazard report. Don't forget to check on your Bingo results.
  
  
• Not Even a Geomagnetic Storm Can Change the Standings (Nov 11th, 2025) - After a 2-week break a stagnated twelfth week of Fall 2025 turned into a twisted tale of triumph, torment, and tenpins. Though the standings refused to budge an inch—as if frozen in pin purgatory—bowling passions blazed hotter than a malfunctioning popcorn machine. One fearless competitor etched a new personal best series into history, while also reaching stratospheric heights with a career-high game. JoAnne Barber dazzled for the women, claiming this week’s high game (156) and series (401), while Nick Kinney thundered through the pins with a men’s high game (222) and series (583). The pins trembled, the bowlers roared, and the crowd gasped—read on for all the epic, hilarious, and occasionally heartbreaking details, and don't forget to check on your Bingo results.
  
  
• The Standings Stagnation Continues (and is continued until November 11) (Oct 28th, 2025) - A supposedly routine eleventh week of Fall 2025 bowling turned into a tension-soaked stalemate of destiny, with the standings refusing to budge even a single stubborn inch. Yet fate still crowned heroes: JoAnne Barber ignited the night with the women's high game of 154 and a commanding 419 series, while Dennis Walling detonated pins across the lane to seize the men’s high game (218) and series (567). History paused. A hush fell. Then someone yelled "Practice is ending!" and the league chaos continued. Prepare yourself — everything else you need is below, and drama awaits at every approach! And don't forget to check on your Bingo results.
  
  
• Hot 3 on 1 Action (Oct 21st, 2025) - Despite every match ending 3-1, a stagnated tenth week of Fall 2025 resulted in absolutely no movement in the standings — like a bowling ball that just ran out of spin. But even in still waters, greatness shines. JoAnne Barber picked up this week's high game (126) and series (357) for the women, proving steady precision can still earn top honors. As for the men, Aaron Barber blasted through the competition to claim this week’s high game with a 214, while the ever-dominant Ian Estey earned high series with a stellar 604. The teams may have stayed in their ranks, but the tension? Sky-high. Read on for the rest of the drama, laughter, and heartbreak that defined Week 10.
  
  
• St. Nick Came Early (Oct 14th, 2025) - With the season now more than halfway through, Week 9 of Fall 2025 delivered thunder, heartbreak, and St. Nick showed up to deliver a new personal best that sent shockwaves through the alley. One team clawed its way up the standings, another tumbled down, and one Nick set a new season and personal record. JoAnne Barber landed this week's high game for the women with a clutch 133, while Cat Atwood’s cool-headed consistency secured the women’s high series with a 358. On the men’s side, Nick Kinney once again proved unstoppable, rolling this week's high game (268) and high series (698)—just two pins shy of a 700. Read on, brave reader, for the full tale of triumph and tragedy!
  
  
• TheOHHHHHHH!!!!! (Oct 7th, 2025) - We are now halfway through the Fall 2025 season, and the tension is thick enough to slice with a bowling pin. Every frame counts now for those hungry for the championship. Unlike recent seasons, First Place has become a hot potato no one can seem to hold — this week brought our fifth leader change so far, and FanDuel can barely keep up with the ever-changing stats. Week eight saw two teams claw their way upward in the standings while two others took a tumble into despair. One bowler rolled a personal best that left jaws on the floor. JoAnne Barber picked up this week’s high game (156) and series (401) for the women, while Nick Kinney dominated with this week’s high game (275) and series (626) for the men. Hold onto your shoes and read on — this league night had drama, heartbreak, and triumph in equal measure!
  
  
• No! Not No! Not Theo! In First! (Sep 9th, 2025) - The fourth week of Fall 2025 struck like lightning across the alleys, reshaping the destiny of the standings in one fell swoop. One team clawed their way up the ladder, another slipped into despair, and one bowler etched their personal best into league lore. Sparks flew when Cat Atwood unleashed a blistering 153 to seize the women’s high game, while JoAnne Barber coolly stacked a 365 to claim women’s high series. On the men’s side, Nick Kinney erupted with a thunderous 246 high game, but the night belonged to Matthew Taylor, whose unstoppable 625 secured the men’s high series. Meanwhile, the Tournament of Champions roared to life, the beginning of 13 weeks of head-to-head battles where heroes will be made and pretenders unmasked. The pins never knew what hit them — and this is only the beginning.
  
  
• Team 2 Is Great Again! (Sep 2nd, 2025) - Because the team named for my beautiful TARIFFS has jumped into first place -- the highest place, a level never before seen, I, your Favorite President Donald J. Trump, am writing this week's recap. The third week of Fall 2025 was absolutely tremendous, folks — really historic. We saw winners rise, losers tumble, and believe me, everybody was talking about it. Two teams climbed the standings — beautiful climbing, the best kind — while two very sad, very weak teams slipped down. Cat Atwood, who is just terrific, totally dominated with this week’s high game (150) and series (391) for the women, while Aaron Barber — a tremendous bowler, by the way — delivered the men’s high game (211) and series (615). And now the Tournament of Champions divisions are set, ready for some incredible, one-on-one action beginning next week. People are calling it the best lineup in history. Read on — it only gets better!
  
  
• Fall 2025 Preview (Aug 4th, 2025) -
  
  
• Topsy-Turvy (Oct 1st, 2024) - The sixth week of Fall 2024 brought intense competition, dramatic comebacks, and heart-wrenching defeats, as the league standings experienced a seismic shift. With the exception of Squid Row, seemingly inknoculated against any ill-effects from a major loss, every team experienced a large swing in the standings. Three teams surged forward, fueled by fiery determination, while two others found themselves slipping down the ranks, unable to fend off their rivals. Personal records fell, excitement soared, and the emotional highs and lows of league bowling were on full display. JoAnne Barber's high game of 128 and series of 340 secured her the top spot for the woman, while Matthew Taylor’s powerhouse performance earned him a high game of 252 and series of 624 for the men. But that was only the beginning—let's dive into the thrilling details!
  
  
• Debatably Good Bowling (Sep 10th, 2024) - The third week of Fall 2024 rolled in with anticipation, as one team soared to new heights and another tumbled down the standings. JoAnne Barber made waves with this week’s high game (126) and series (347) for the woman, while Matthew Taylor took center stage for the men with a high game (238) and series (614). Meanwhile, the Tournament of Champions divisions are locked and loaded, ready to bring head-to-head showdowns next week! Let’s dive into the play-by-play drama of this week's matchups.
  
  
• Fall 2024 Bowling Preview! (Aug 13th, 2024) - Welcome to the Fall 2024 bowling season! We start bowling 2 weeks from tonight, on August 27, same location and same time as usual. There is still time to submit roster changes, but for the time being all six teams seem to be the same as last time with two exceptions: Ray Scott is sitting this season out, and Nick Kinney is replacing Michael Gordon. Please get team names and any other roster changes to us by this weekend, and if anyone else wants to bowl who did not bowl last season, let Scoot or AJ know ASAP so we can find you a spot! (Reminder: Scoot is out of town most of next week so please try to finalize things by this weekend.)
  
  
• Almost All Wrapped Up! (Unlike Your Christmas Shopping) (Dec 12th, 2023) - As the curtains fall on the thrilling Fall 2023 bowling season, Vigs Eras Tour 2023 retains their championship title – an achievement they clinched in a dazzling display of skill last week. But hold your applause until next week, we're gearing up for a night of award ceremonies, cash prizes, finger-lickin' fried chicken feasts, and a rollicking 9-pin-tap fun night. To get us ready for that, be sure to vote in the People's Choice awards!
  
  
• Bowling Starts August 29! (Aug 28th, 2023) -
  
  
• Week 10 RoboRecap - Powered by ChatGPT! (Mar 28th, 2023) - Bowling enthusiasts, listen up! The tenth week of Spring 2023 brought with it thrilling highs and gut-wrenching lows as the teams battled it out on the lanes. One team was on the rise, while another stumbled, their fate hanging in the balance. But amidst the tension, there were shining moments of individual brilliance. JoAnne Barber stepped up to claim this week's high game and series for the women, with an impressive 139 and 392 respectively. And for the men, it was Nick Kinney who shone, snatching the high game of the week with a blistering 246. But that's not all - the coveted high series honor was shared by Ben Spencer and Nick Kinney, who tied with a jaw-dropping 596! But as always, the devil is in the details. Who was the team that climbed the standings, and who was the unlucky one that slipped? Which players went above and beyond to secure victories for their teams, and who faltered at the crucial moment? Stay tuned, fellow bowlers - the next chapter in this epic saga is just waiting to unfold!
  
  
• Sisco Flattens Friend and Foe (Mar 7th, 2023) - As we near the midpoint of the season, tonight we saew one bowler roll a new personal best game. JoAnne Barber somehow managed to pick up this week's high game (119) and series (327) for the woman despite haviing an off night. Among bowlers who carry an extra bag of balls with them, Ryan Sisco snagged this week's high game with a 231, and high series was earned by Kent Harms with a 580. Read on for all the rest of the details!
  
  
• Off and Rolling (Jan 24th, 2023) - The Spring 2023 season is now underway, with six teams entering the 16-week competition for the coveted, nonexistent championship trophy. One bowler rolled a new personal best game. As will likely happen 15 more times this season JoAnne Barber picked up this week's high game (131) and series (365) for the woman. As for the men, Nick Kinney forgot this is the week to sandbag and snagged this week's high game with a 237, and high series was earned by Matthew Taylor with a 610. Read on for all the rest of the details!
  
  
• Week 12 RoboRecap (Nov 8th, 2022) - The twelfth week of Fall 2022 saw two teams climb in the standings, while two teams slipped. JoAnne Barber picked up this week's high game (141) and series (393) for the women. As for the men, Nick Kinney snagged this week's high game with a 258, and high series was earned by Dennis Walling with a 631. Read on for all the rest of the details!
  
  
• Longest. Night. Ever. (Sep 6th, 2022) - The third week of Fall 2022 welcomed the remainder of our not-yet-rolled bowlers, all except of course for Ol' Bustedlegs Clayton whom we are unlikely to see before November at the earliest. JoAnne Barber picked up this week's high game (164) and series (394) for the women. As for the men, Seth Gunderson snagged this week's high game with a 215, and high series was earned by AJ Hofmann with a 562. And the Tournament of Champions divisions are now set, ready for one-on-one action to begin next week! Read on for all the rest of the details!
  
  
• Fall 2022 Begins Next Week! (Aug 15th, 2022) -
  
  
• Fall 2022 Teams Set (Aug 3rd, 2022) -
  
  

Jim is currently featured on 1 Top 25 list:

The good...

• Top 25 Most Consistent Bowlers (16th)