A native of Tecumseh, Mich., Richard posted the second-best qualifying score in the event with a six-game total pinfall of 1,373, including a high score of 258. She received a bye to the second round of bracket and defeated Crystal Land 612-540 and Jenna Harrington 615-587 to clinch a spot in the semifinals where she will face Kristin Quah on Saturday, April 21.
The two semifinal matchups and final will be featured on a tape-delayed broadcast on CBS Sports Network Tuesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. (CT).
Additionally, A-State freshman Taylor Davis recorded a strong showing in the event and finished 13th in the qualifying round with a six-game total of 1,182 pins, including a high game of 229.