We’re a small team of experienced professionals who take the time to get it right.
With roots going back to 1983, the Somoff Pro Shop draws on decades of experience across corporate and family-owned bowling centers, as well as 14 pro shop locations nationwide. That depth of experience informs the way we work today: steady, thoughtful, and built around helping you improve your game no matter what level of bowler you are.
Peter Somoff
Owner/Proprietor | Somoff Pro Shop
Co-Owner | Secoma Lanes
Peter has dedicated his life to the sport of bowling. Not just competing in it, but studying, instructing, and helping others to truly master the sport. He proudly owns and operates Peter Somoff Pro Shop located inside Secoma Lanes in Federal Way, WA.
As a USBC Gold Certified Coach and IBPSIA Certified Master Instructor, Peter is known first as an expert teacher and technical master of bowling.
Peter served as a Storm Global Teaching Professional from 2008 to 2023. During this period, he assisted thousands of bowlers across Mexico, Europe, and Africa in perfecting their game. He was also one of the original founders of HSP Products (now Storm Products) and spent over a decade as Storm’s Vice President of International Sales in Europe.
As a former PBA member (1982–2003), Peter earned two PBA Regional titles, three NWBA titles, three 800 series, and 21 career 300 games.
Drawing upon decades of experience managing professional shops and instructing players across all skill levels, Peter's primary focus is to ensure precise equipment fitting, deliver purposeful instruction, and facilitate demonstrable improvement in your game.
His career highlights include:
10+ years as Storm Products Vice President International Sales (Europe)
One of the original 4 founders of HSP Products then becoming Storm Products. (Gave first Storm Seminar, Original Ball tester, represented Storm internationally and domestic)
IBPSIA President and Certified Master Instructor
European Tenpin Bowling Federation Level III Certified Coach
PBA Member from 1982 – 2003
Bowled full-time on the PBA tour in 1982
2 Career PBA Regional Titles
3 Career NWBA Titles
3 800 Series (836)
21 300 games (16 ABC/USBC 5 PBA)
Former Pro Shop Owner of 11 stores with 18 employees, located in Washington, Utah, and Hawaii. Pro Shops operated from 1983-2005.
Pro Shop Owner/Operator Washington State 2010 -present
Robert Kelley
Vice President, Somoff Pro Shop
Robert Kelley, Vice President of Somoff Pro Shop, brings decades of experience, high-level performance, and a deep commitment to the sport of bowling. An IBPSIA Certified professional and USBC Silver Certified Coach, Robert combines technical expertise with real tournament experience. He has been a PBA member since 2012 and is a proud Storm Staff Member, representing the brand at the highest levels of play.
Robert set a Washington State record by rolling eight sanctioned 300 games in league play over a 10-week stretch in 2011 — part of a career that includes 76 perfect games and 30 800 series (high of 867). His résumé also features 12 ABT titles, multiple city and state championships, and a Top 5 finish at the National Amateur Bowlers Tour in Las Vegas.
In the shop and on the lanes, Robert’s focus is the same: precision, preparation, and helping bowlers perform at their best.
Pat Johns
Player Development, Somoff Pro Shop
Pat Johns is a PBA member and a true Northwest bowling legend, with nearly 50 years in the game. Since picking up the sport in 1975, he’s built one of the most accomplished resumes in the region, highlighted by a 2nd place finish at the High Roller ($105,000), a 1995 USBC National Team Championship, two NWBA titles, and an incredible 65 perfect 300 games. In addition to his many accomplishments, he has also been inducted into both the Seattle and Washington State Bowling Halls of Fame.
Beyond competition, Pat has spent decades shaping the game from the ground up through entrepreneurship. He owned and operated Pat Johns Pro Shop from 1982 to 2022 and Hi-Line Lanes in Burien, WA from 1994 to 2022, helping develop generations of bowlers both on and off the lanes.
As the newest member of the Somoff Pro Shop team, Pat brings unmatched experience, deep technical knowledge, and a genuine passion for helping bowlers improve at every level.
Andrew Martin
Assistant Pro
Player Development
Motiv Staff Member
Andrew offers the shop a modern, detail-driven perspective, built on both competitive experience and coaching expertise. Since 2019, he has been a USBC Bronze Certified Coach, working with bowlers at every level while maintaining his own competitive schedule locally and regionally.
With a 220 average, multiple 300 games, and an 800 series under his belt, Andrew knows what high-level performance looks like—and how to help others get there. When he’s not in the shop or on the lanes, he’s working toward his MBA.
Greg Giddens
Assistant Pro
Player Development
USBC Bronze Certified Coach
Greg has been part of Somoff Pro Shops for over 25 years, bringing a steady, experienced presence that bowlers have trusted for decades. With more than 35 years in the game, multiple ABT titles, and an 800+ series, he knows what it takes to perform—and how to help others get there.
Stephanie Perrine
Purchasing & Inventory Control
Brunswick Staff Member
USBC Bronze Certified Coach
Stephanie keeps everything behind the scenes running smoothly, making sure the right gear is always in the shop when you need it. But she’s not just managing inventory - she’s also a competitor in her own right.
A 9 Tap Tour Champion and consistent tournament bowler, she’s earned over $6,000 on tour since 2023 and continues to make her mark in regional competition. With 25+ years in the sport, she knows the game from every angle.
At Somoff Pro Shop, precision is our standard. Every fit, layout, and recommendation is handled with care and intention by the experts — no guesswork, no shortcuts.
Our mission is to simplify game improvement and remove stress from the process. Whether you're just starting out or working on advanced adjustments, we focus on helping you bowl with greater confidence and skill.