Twenty‑five years ago, Chris Hutt and his friends gathered at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway campground to create a game that would blend two beloved pastimes.
A Game Born at the Speedway
They called the new pastime Fowling, a hybrid where participants hurl a football toward a set of bowling pins, trying to knock them down in as few throws as possible.
What began as a backyard experiment has grown into a nationwide pastime, with seven dedicated Fowling warehouses scattered across the United States and an annual showdown known as the Super Fowl tournament that draws enthusiasts from coast to coast.
Fans like Mary Ellen Dimmatteo have followed the tournament for years, describing the atmosphere as hilarious and a perfect excuse to reconnect with old friends while enjoying a uniquely playful competition.
The Super Fowl Tournament Takes Center Stage
The upcoming Super Fowl tournament promises a weekend of fierce yet friendly competition, with teams from multiple states converging at the original Indianapolis site to celebrate the sport’s quirky heritage.