By Matt Browning
Derby bowler Cash Carns has a special bond with his step-dad, Jesse, who is retired military.
“My step-father holds a profound place in my life,” Carns said. “For years, he has consistently offered unwavering support and guidance, shaping me profoundly. He drove me, my Mom and Grandmother to Wisconsin and back for Junior gold. This year he’ll drive us to Minnesota for Junior Gold. He’s been very supportive of me and my bowling.”
While Cash loves and respects his step-dad, the military is not a career path he wants to take.
“While I deeply respect my step-father’s service as an Army Sergeant in Iraq and Afghanistan, I have other goals and interests,” Cash said. “One is pursuing my bowling career after college.”
The long-lasting impact Jesse has made on Cash is invaluable. From being a mentor to simply hanging out fishing, their bond is something special.
“He instilled valuable discipline and accountability in me from a young age by teaching me to be active and responsible for my actions,” Cash said. “These lessons helped me develop a different perspective, significantly improving my work ethic and personal drive. Outside of these disciplines, one of my favorite ways to connect with him is through our shared time fishing.”
