Jean Hollingsworth Robertson
Class of 2006
Jean Hollingsworth Robertson’s name is woven into the history of women’s bowling in Alabama. A lifelong Madison County resident, she attended West Huntsville schools, then Florence State Teachers College, where she earned a degree in education. She began teaching in Lauderdale County before joining the Madison County and later Huntsville City school systems, retiring from Butler High School in 1981.
Robertson’s bowling career was sparked and sustained by a supportive family, including her late husband, Douglas Robertson. A charter member of the Huntsville Women’s Bowling Association in 1954, she also helped found the Alabama Women’s Bowling Association in 1958. Her leadership saw her serve as president, secretary, and treasurer at both the city and state levels.
On the lanes, Robertson’s achievements spanned decades. She earned multiple “Bowler of the Month” awards across three different decades, won the State Champion of Bowlers title in 1977–78, and captured the Alabama Women’s Seniors Tournament Singles championship in 1985. In 1986, representing Alabama at the National Senior Tournament in Las Vegas, she finished seventh among bowlers from 37 states—a proud highlight of her career.
In 1987, she teamed with her sister, Shirley Jenkins, to win the Huntsville Women’s Bowling Association City Tournament Doubles championship. Just as important to her as personal accolades was her work mentoring young bowlers, helping them develop the skills and sportsmanship necessary for league and tournament play.
Inducted into the Hall of Fame for Meritorious Service in 1989, Robertson’s legacy combines competitive success, leadership, and a passion for fostering opportunities for others. Her story is one of sustained excellence—and of the community built frame by frame in Huntsville’s bowling alleys.
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