BLS-2026 AutoScoring Edition
Introducing the best solution for bowling centers with automatic scoring systems: BLS-2026 AutoScoring Edition. This version is designed to make managing your leagues easier, with full integration for automatic scoring, financials, Brackets, and the Master Bowler Database. Perfect for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season!
Preorder now and make sure you have the best league software for your needs!

BLS-2026 AutoScoring
Introducing BLS-2026 AutoScoring – the perfect league software designed specifically for bowling centers with automatic scoring systems. With over 40 years of experience in bowling software, CDE Software has created the most complete and easy-to-use league management solution in the industry, making league operations smooth and enhancing the bowler experience.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring builds on the features of the Professional edition, offering even more tools and resources designed for automatic scoring environments.
This edition is made exclusively for use in bowling center back offices, providing a reliable and user-friendly solution for league management pros.
For a list of our partners, visit our Automatic Scoring Partner List.

Designed to be easy to use by everyone
Our software is made to be simple and user-friendly for everyone. The easy navigation helps you quickly find what you need, whether you’re managing sidepots or running a singles tournament. The clean layout makes it easy to use, so you can focus on the fun, not the paperwork!
The dashboard gives you a clear view of your league’s important info, helping you stay organized and run things smoothly.
Leagues
Experience unmatched flexibility in league management with BLS-2026 AutoScoring! Run unlimited scratch or handicap leagues right from the center’s computer. Whether your league is for men, women, kids, or a mix of adults and youth, BLS-2026 can handle it all.
Bowl up to 6 games per week with teams of up to 12 bowlers. Plus, with support for up to 190 teams per league and the option to run leagues for up to 95 weeks per season, BLS-2026 gives you all the flexibility and scalability you need to run a successful bowling league!
Financials
Managing each league’s finances has never been easier with BLS-2026’s built-in financial tools! Easily track dues, fees, and prize funds with precision and efficiency. Forget about juggling spreadsheets or doing manual calculations—BLS-2026 makes it simple, so you can focus on creating a great bowling experience for your members.
USBC/CTF/TNBA Support
Count on BLS-2026 AutoScoring, trusted by top bowling organizations like the United States Bowling Congress, Canadian Tenpin Federation, and The National Bowling Association. Designed for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season, BLS-2026 gives you all the best tools to make running your league smooth and stress-free!
Reports
With BLS-2026 AutoScoring, reporting isn’t just numbers—it’s a way to show off your league’s style! Create eye-catching reports and standing sheets with your league’s logo, custom fonts, and unique formatting. Whether you prefer a modern look or a classic style, BLS-2026 helps your league stand out and show its personality with pride!
Upload Standings For Your Bowlers To View Online
BLS-2026 AutoScoring makes it easy to share league standings online! Standings are automatically uploaded for free to LeagueSecretary.com for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season. Bowlers can check their standings anytime, whether online or through the mobile app, to stay updated and engaged.
You can also upload standings to USBC’s Bowl.com and your own website, making it simple to keep your bowlers informed all season long!


Easy Score Entry
Say goodbye to slow data entry and edits with BLS-2026 AutoScoring! Enter scores quickly using simple keyboard shortcuts, so you spend less time on paperwork and more time on the game.
Whether you like using the mouse or the keyboard, BLS-2026 AutoScoring makes it easy to manage players. Quickly move bowlers between teams or adjust their positions with just a click or keystroke to keep your league running smoothly.
Handling absentee, vacancy, and injured scores is a breeze. Mark absent bowlers, assign vacancy scores, or enter scores for injured players with just a few clicks to keep everything fair.
Plus, BLS-2026 AutoScoring imports scores from compatible electronic scoring systems, cutting down on data entry even more!

Flexible Rules Configuration
BLS-2026 AutoScoring makes setting up your league’s rules simple, no matter how complex they are. The easy-to-use configuration screen lets you customize everything to match your league’s needs, so you can keep things running smoothly.
With BLS-2026 AutoScoring, managing bylaws is a breeze. Just type in rules like fines for not wearing team shirts directly into the software. You can even print out the league bylaws from BLS-2026 to make sure all members know and follow the rules.
Whether your rules are simple or detailed, BLS-2026 AutoScoring helps you enforce them fairly and consistently, while staying in line with official bowling regulations.

Integrated Bracket Module
Make league play even more fun with BLS-2026 AutoScoring’s built-in bracket module! Bracket sidepots add an extra layer of excitement and friendly competition to your league. Here’s how it works:
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Let bowlers join bracket sidepots for a chance to win cash prizes or other rewards during league play.
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Easily create brackets using the simple, integrated module, so everyone can compete head-to-head.
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Keep bowlers excited with alive lists showing who’s still in the running and how they’re doing in the brackets.
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Create a fun atmosphere as players track their progress and cheer each other on through the bracket rounds.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring brings extra excitement to your league while keeping everything organized and running smoothly!

Master Bowler Database 2026
BLS-2026 AutoScoring Edition connects directly with the Master Bowler Database (MBD) to make managing your league easier and more efficient. Here’s how it helps:
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Link your leagues right to the MBD to quickly add bowlers into leagues without typing in their information.
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Create detailed multi-league reports by accessing bowler data from one central location.
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Keep bowler information accurate and consistent across all leagues, cutting down on errors and making league management simple.
With BLS-2026 AutoScoring and the MBD working together, you’ll save time and keep your league information organized and up-to-date!

Scoring System Integration
BLS-2026 AutoScoring works hand-in-hand with your bowling center’s scoring system, creating a smooth connection between the back office and front desk. Here’s how it makes everything easier:
Back Office Integration:
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Manage leagues from one place with BLS-2026 AutoScoring. Set schedules, handle rosters, and manage finances all in one simple system.
Roster Management:
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Before bowling starts, rosters are sent from BLS-2026 AutoScoring to the front desk. This makes check-in quick and easy and ensures bowlers are on the right lanes and teams.
Score Retrieval:
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Scores are pulled from the scoring system during or after play. This saves time, reduces mistakes, and keeps everyone updated with the latest scores and standings.
With BLS-2026 AutoScoring, managing your league becomes faster, more accurate, and more enjoyable for everyone involved!

Adjustable Export Options
BLS-2026 AutoScoring gives you flexible export options to meet the unique needs of different leagues, from varying practice times to no-tap formats. Here’s how it makes everything easier:
Customizable Practice Times:
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Set and customize practice times for each league. Whether you need extra warm-up time or specific practice sessions, BLS-2026 AutoScoring lets you communicate these times directly to the scoring system.
No-Tap League Support:
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For leagues with a no-tap format (where knocking down a set number of pins counts as a strike), you can adjust export settings to make sure the scoring system records and scores frames correctly.
Flexible Export Options:
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Customize scoring parameters, game formats, and special rules to match the unique needs of each league. This means every league gets exactly what it needs for smooth play.
Seamless Integration:
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Once you’ve set everything up in BLS-2026 AutoScoring, the data is sent straight to the scoring system. This keeps everything in sync, reduces errors, and saves time by avoiding manual entry.
With customizable export options, BLS-2026 AutoScoring helps you run leagues that fit every format and keep everything running smoothly for an even better bowling experience!
Additional Product Details
- About
- Features
- General Features
- Additional Features
- USBC, CTF and TNBA Support
- Reports
- Internet Features
- Financials
- AutoScoring Extras
- Brackets
- Master Bowler Database
- AutoScoring Interface
- System Requirements
Discover the innovation behind BLS-2026 AutoScoring, packed with features designed to make your league management experience the best it can be:
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Unlimited League Management:
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Manage as many leagues as you want from your center computer. No extra fees for adding more leagues or teams!
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Comprehensive League Support:
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Whether you’re running men’s, women’s, mixed, or youth leagues, BLS-2026 AutoScoring is built to handle them all.
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Built-in Financial Management:
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Keep track of your league’s money easily with the built-in treasurer tools. Handle dues, fees, and prize funds in one place.
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Great Support Services:
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Our team is here to help! Get support through online chat, message boards, articles, email, or a dedicated AutoScoring phone line.
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Expandable Features:
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Add even more features to BLS-2026 AutoScoring to meet your league’s unique needs.
With BLS-2026 AutoScoring, you’re getting innovation, reliability, and everything you need to make your league management smooth and successful!
Discover all the powerful features BLS-2026 AutoScoring offers to make managing your bowling league smooth and efficient for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season:
League Types:
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Set up scratch or handicap leagues easily.
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Bowl up to 6 games a week.
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Supports men’s, women’s, youth, mixed, and adult leagues.
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Manage up to 190 teams per league with 12 bowlers per team.
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Schedule leagues for up to 95 weeks.
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Even works for traveling leagues!
Split Season Support:
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Set up to 8 splits with custom reset options for points and pinfall.
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Rank standings by split or entire season.
Legal Lineup Control:
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Set lineup rules to keep competition fair.
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Rearrange lineups as needed.
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Enforce team average caps and use fixed team rosters.
Individual Averages:
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Customize rules for bowlers with or without a book average.
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Supports cushion and declining cushion averages.
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Use 3-6-9 format for first 3 weeks if no book average is used.
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Set pin drop limits and minimum averages.
Handicap Control:
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Configure handicap rules by gender.
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Set maximum limits, support negative handicaps, and follow USBC Rule 100g-5 for capping scores.
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Choose how team handicaps are calculated.
Subs, Absentees, and Vacants:
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Set rules for absentee scores and vacant bowlers.
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Manage permanent and temporary substitutes.
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Handle pin drop rules and BYE teams.
Points Control:
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Award points for games and series (scratch or handicap).
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Use bonus, Peterson, and regressive points.
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Supports UBL scoring.
League Awards:
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Recognize bowlers and teams with scratch or handicap awards.
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Celebrate high game/series, most improved, and more.
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Control how many awards are given out.
Special Features:
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Start leagues mid-season.
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Run multiple teams per lane or bowl against two teams each week.
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Manage prebowls, makeups, and overrides for scores and averages.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring gives you the tools to manage leagues of all sizes and formats, keeping everything organized, fair, and fun!
Discover even more great features with BLS-2026 AutoScoring for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season:
Lane Assignments:
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Quickly assign lanes for league play.
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Supports USBC Lane Schedule, including position rounds and reverse rounds.
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Option for random lane assignments to mix things up.
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Customize starting lanes and handle holidays with ease.
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Manage multiple shifts and teams per lane smoothly.
Score Entry:
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Enter scores fast with a user-friendly interface.
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See calculated columns like scores with handicap and bowler averages per game.
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Supports Baker scoring format for team scoring.
Bowler Management:
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Easy-to-use tools make managing bowlers simple.
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Quickly check bowler history for fast reference and analysis.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring gives you everything you need to run your league efficiently and professionally!
Enjoy seamless integration with top bowling organizations using BLS-2026 AutoScoring for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season. Here’s what you’ll get:
USBC Certification:
- Your leagues will follow USBC rules and stay compliant.
- Automatically check award eligibility and generate needed forms like membership and sanction forms.
- Stay updated on any rule changes for the season.
Membership Management:
- Create USBC bowler membership cards easily for the season.
Youth Tournament Support:
- Handle USBC Youth Scratch Championships presented by SMART qualifiers, including division and age updates.
- Mark prebowl and makeup scores that don’t count for USBC awards, ensuring fair recognition.
CTF and TNBA Support:
- Stay up-to-date with CTF award changes and print membership cards.
- Print TNBA awards and membership cards for a smooth experience.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring makes league management simple, efficient, and fully compliant with the latest rules from top bowling organizations!
Unlock amazing reporting features with BLS-2026 AutoScoring for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season:
Customized Standing Sheets:
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Create standing sheets with a special title to match your league’s style.
Enhanced Score Reprinting:
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Redesigned to save paper while still giving you all the details you need for audits.
Versatile Report Management:
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Choose from a variety of reports like standings, breakdowns, and season histories that you can customize to your liking.
Graphics and Watermarks:
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Make your reports stand out with graphics and watermarks from our clipart CD-ROMs or your own images. Adjust size, position, and style to make them look professional.
Font Customization:
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Match your league’s branding by changing font size, style, and color.
Plain Paper Recaps:
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Print recap sheets on regular paper for easy use and flexibility.
Official Recap Forms Compatibility:
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Print reports on any printer—including laser, inkjet, and dot matrix—using official forms from CDE Software and Databar for a professional, compliant look.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring gives you everything you need to create sharp, polished reports that meet your league’s needs!
Explore the online features of BLS-2026 AutoScoring for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season:
Easy Website Uploads:
- Share your league info online with one-click uploads from BLS-2026 AutoScoring. This feature is included in every edition!
Automatic Updates:
- Stay up to date with the latest features and improvements by downloading updates right from the software.
Interactive Standings on LeagueSecretary.com:
- Bowlers can check their standings, rosters, and histories online for free all season long.
Easy Standings Uploads:
- Upload standings for USBC certified or non-sanctioned leagues to LeagueSecretary.com at no cost.
Cloud Backup:
- Keep your league data safe with free cloud backups on LeagueSecretary.com, with one-click storage for emergencies.
Standings Uploads to Bowl.com:
- Share standings for USBC certified leagues on Bowl.com for free during the season.
Upload to Your Own Website:
- Post standings to both LeagueSecretary.com and your own website at the same time for maximum accessibility.
Extra Info:
- BLS-2026 AutoScoring lets you email bowlers directly from the program. If you use Gmail or Microsoft Outlook/Office 365, it can connect to your account for easy emailing. You can turn this off anytime by switching the email server setting to NONE.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring makes league management simple, connected, and convenient for everyone involved!
Experience easy financial management with BLS-2026 AutoScoring for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season:
Built-in Treasurer Module:
- Easily track league finances and record payments by bowler or team.
Membership Card Payments:
- Keep accurate records of membership card payments for clear, organized financial tracking.
Sponsor Money Tracking:
- Monitor sponsor contributions and keep track of sponsor funds effortlessly.
Fine Tracking and Assignment:
- Manage and assign fines to maintain fairness in your league, and easily track payments to stay on top of it all.
Flexible Pricing Options:
- Set different pricing for regular bowlers and substitutes to meet your league’s needs.
Prize Fund Management:
- Easily set up, manage, and distribute prize funds to ensure fairness and accuracy.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring makes managing your league’s money simple and efficient, giving you more time to focus on the fun!
Discover the exclusive extras included with BLS-2026 AutoScoring for the Fall 2025 through Summer 2026 season:
Advanced Reporting:
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Get access to special reporting features available only in the AutoScoring edition for deeper insights into league performance.
Random Lane Assignment Generator:
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Use the upgraded random lane assignment tool to create fair and unpredictable lane assignments for league play.
Pair-by-Pair Statistics:
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View detailed stats on pairs of lanes, both weekly and season-to-date, to help with performance analysis and strategic planning.
PDF Standing Sheet Attachment:
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Easily attach standing sheets as PDFs to group emails for smooth communication with bowlers.
Extra Rule Options:
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Enjoy additional rule-setting options available only in the AutoScoring edition, giving you more flexibility to customize your league.
Password Protection:
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Add extra security with password protection to keep league data safe from unauthorized access.
Custom Report Templates:
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Create custom templates for reports and standing sheets that match your league’s specific needs and branding.
PDF Export of Reports:
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Export reports, including standing sheets, in PDF format for easy sharing and distribution.
Import and Export Bowlers:
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Move bowler data between BLS-2026 AutoScoring and Bowler Trac/BITS formats for seamless data management and sharing.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring offers all these extras to make managing your league easier, more secure, and more professional!
Bracket Module in BLS-2026 AutoScoring
Enjoy the built-in bracket module in BLS-2026 AutoScoring – it’s free and easy to use!
Use Brackets Your Way:
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Whether you’re adding fun, fundraising, or supporting a charity, you can set up brackets that work for your league’s needs.
USBC Compliant:
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Brackets are allowed for USBC youth leagues as long as winnings go toward scholarship funds.
Multiple Bracket Groups:
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Create up to 8 different bracket groups, with options for scratch or handicap formats and different pricing.
Individual or Team Brackets:
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Set up brackets for individual bowlers or teams, so everyone can join in.
Flexible Entries:
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Let bowlers or teams enter brackets multiple times. Each person or team can enter up to 99 times per group, for a total of 999 brackets!
Improved Registration:
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A new, easier bracket registration screen makes entering brackets simple for everyone.
BLS-2026 AutoScoring helps you make league nights more fun and competitive with flexible, easy-to-use brackets.
Looking for a dedicated bracket and sidepot software? Check out our TBRAC-2024 product line!
Master Bowler Database in BLS-2026 AutoScoring
BLS-2026 AutoScoring comes with a full license for the Master Bowler Database 2026. It’s easy to install and packed with helpful features to make managing your leagues simpler.
New Reports:
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Access new reports to get valuable insights into your bowlers and leagues.
Import Common Bowlers:
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Quickly import bowlers into different leagues to keep your data consistent and save time.
Share Bowlers Between Leagues:
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Easily share bowlers across leagues to help administrators stay organized.
Merge Duplicate Bowlers:
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Combine duplicate bowler records to keep your data clean and accurate.
Multi-League Reports:
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Generate bowler reports that include information from multiple leagues.
Mailing Labels:
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Quickly create mailing labels to make communication with bowlers simple.
Average Books:
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Create average books from your leagues for a handy reference.
Call Lists:
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Generate call lists to make league communication fast and easy.
Import and Export with Bowler TRAC:
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Seamlessly move bowler data between BLS-2026 AutoScoring and Bowler TRAC for easy data sharing.
The Master Bowler Database makes league management more organized, efficient, and insightful for every league secretary!
BLS-2026 AutoScoring – Compatible with Many Scoring Systems
BLS-2026 AutoScoring works with a wide range of automatic scoring systems, making it easy to integrate into your bowling center. Whether you’re using a new system or an older one, we’ve got you covered!
Certified Scoring Systems:
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QubicaAMF Conqueror X & Pro
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AK Microsystem Touchdesk
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Brunswick Sync, Vector Plus, and Vector
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Steltronic Focus
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US Bowling Pulse
Non-Certified Scoring Systems:
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AK Microsystem LCS
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Brunswick CenterMaster
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Computerscore Matrix (formerly Vantech or Ebonite)
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Joystick Front Desk
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Mendes
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Purrfect Desk
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QubicaAMF BOSS 8.3 and 9.x
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Brunswick Classic
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Steltronic WINS
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Switch
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Twelve Strike Central Desk PRO and DOS
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Viking 2001
Older Systems:
If you have older systems like AMF Accuscore, Accuscore Color, Accuscore Plus, or Brunswick AS80/AS90, you can replace the front desk console with a solution from our partners (like AK Microsystems Touchdesk) to make it work.
Our certified systems go through careful testing to make sure they integrate smoothly. Non-certified systems should still work well, but they might need a bit more checking and support.
If you have questions about connecting BLS-2026 AutoScoring with a scoring system, contact our automatic scoring division. We’ll help you find the right system that fits your business and budget!
Try BLS-2026 AutoScoring for Free!
Just download the program installer and try it out in Demo Mode! You’ll get access to a sample league and most of the program’s features, so you can explore how it works and see how it can improve your league management.
When you’re ready to unlock the full version of BLS-2026, you can request a quote directly from our online store. Or, call our friendly sales team to get a quote or place your order with personalized help.
Don’t miss out on the chance to upgrade your league management experience with BLS-2026 AutoScoring!
While you wait for BLS-2026 to release, you can still try out BLS-2025!

The BLS-2025 Bowling League Secretary Software for the 2024/25 season is available for download. You can now get the program installer for these editions:
- BLS-2025 Standard
- BLS-2025 Professional
- BLS-2025 AutoScoring
This installer is perfect whether you've already purchased BLS-2025 or just want to try a free demo. It also updates any existing installations of BLS-2025 to the latest version.
Supported Operating Systems: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server 2012 (both 32-bit and 64-bit).
Please note: The installer doesn’t include Bowling Clipart and Master Bowler Database, which you can download separately.
BLS-2025 is the top choice for bowling league management, offering tools to handle standings, stats, averages, handicaps, and more. It also has financial management features for league treasurers. BLS-2025 supports USBC, CTF, and TNBA sanctioned leagues, as well as non-sanctioned leagues, for the Fall 2024 through Summer 2025 season. You can also upload to LeagueSecretary.com and Bowl.com or your own website.
To purchase BLS-2025 or learn more, visit our online store at shop.cdesoftware.com.
To download, click the green download button. If prompted, choose "Save." Once it’s downloaded, find the file and double-click it to run the installer. Follow the simple on-screen steps to complete the installation.
If you run into any issues, don’t hesitate to contact our support team—we’re here to help!
Operating Systems Supported: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 2022 Server, Windows 2019 Server Windows 2016 Server, and Windows 2012 Server. Supports 32 bit and 64 bit versions of these operating systems.
Note: While installation and operation appears to work with Windows 8.1, this operation is no longer supported by Microsoft or officially supported/tested by CDE
- Version 37.05.05
- Updated 05-28-2025
- Size 121.4 MB
- MD5 B0518BC01928BF12C704ECD21F0D04BC
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- Purchase Click toPurchase
- Instructions How to Download
- Download BLS-2025
Pricing
Want to know more about pricing? Just give our sales team a call or visit our online store to request a quote. Our team is happy to answer your questions and provide all the info you need to make a good choice.
When you purchase BLS-2026 AutoScoring, you’ll get:
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The program installer
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A PDF version of the program manual
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The MBD-2026 installer
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A bonus clipart installer
These extras will help you get started and make the most of your software!
If you have any questions or need more help, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you!
PREORDER NOW!
Please note that all upgrade orders will be manually verified to make sure they qualify. If you got the software from someone else, you’ll need to complete, sign, and send back a Transfer of Ownership form (available in our support section) before we can process your order.
This helps us keep our upgrade system fair and ensures that upgrades go only to eligible users. Thanks for your cooperation and understanding!
Available Mid-August 2025.