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Photos from the International Gay Bowling Organization's annual tournament in Norcross, Ga., and Midtown Atlanta.

Jared McMullin of West Palm Beach, Fla., is on his way to bowling a 297 in singles competition at the Brunswick Zone in Norcross. The International Gay Bowling Organization's annual tournament continues through Sunday.

Jim Tsugawa of Arlington, Va., shows off his form in the singles competition. The tournament, in its 28th year, attracts bowlers from across the U.S. and Canada.

Terry Payton of Oklahoma City gets a high five for a strike in the first round of singles competition in Norcross.

Jared McMullin of West Palm Beach, Fla., gets a hug after throwing a 297 in the first round of singles competition Thursday in Norcross. More than 600 bowlers are participating in the amateur, handicap event.

Joe Dawson of Atlanta eyes his throw in the singles competition. Winners of team, singles and doubles competitions can claim prizes of around $500.

Homer Cobb of Oklahoma City is congratulated for his strike in the first round of the singles competition.

Terry Payton of Oklahoma City reacts to his shot in the men's singles competition.

Joe Dawson of Atlanta isn't pleased with his shot.

Two bowlers congratulate each other with a high five, a common sight during the tournament.

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Jared McMullin of West Palm Beach, Fla., is on his way to bowling a 297 in singles competition at the Brunswick Zone in Norcross. The International Gay Bowling Organization's annual tournament continues through Sunday.

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