WICHITA, Kan. — Katie Verbil had the best three-game score in women’s bowling history, finishing with an 879 series in league play.

A former Wichita State bowler from Phoenix, Verbil opened with 33 consecutive strikes Wednesday night, then left a 10 pin on a solid pocket shot in the 10th frame.

The left-hander had games of 300, 300 and 279. She broke the record of 878 set by Karen Rosenburg of Rolla, Mo., on Dec. 12, 2001.