Pins, Play, and Innovation: Five Iron Golf Expands in Erie with Funk Nexus

Sep 16, 2025 | Case Study, Duckpin | 0 comments

In Erie, Pennsylvania, the energy of sport and social play just got an upgrade. The newest Five Iron Golf location now features two brand-new duckpin bowling lanes powered by Funk Bowling, giving guests fresh ways to connect over pins, simulators, food, and drinks.

With duckpin in the mix, guests can move seamlessly from golf to pin-chasing play in a dynamic environment built for friends, families, and groups. At the center is the Funk Nexus scoring system, delivering intuitive gameplay, customizable modes, and streamlined management tools for operators—so the pins keep falling and the experience stays smooth.

Project Details – Compact Pins for Social Spaces

This Erie project underscores Funk Bowling’s ability to design space-conscious, high-value installations in busy, multi-This Erie project underscores Funk Bowling’s ability to design space-conscious, high-value pins experiences in busy, multi-attraction venues. For Five Iron, duckpin provides a compact yet powerful addition that keeps the fun flowing.

Funk’s installation includes:

  • 2 duckpin lanes built for high-traffic urban hospitality settings
  • Funk Nexus scoring with game customization and center management
  • Seamless fit within the venue’s modern, social atmosphere

The result is a fresh, flexible attraction that extends visits, amplifies group moments, and keeps guests coming back for more pins.

Duckpin + Golf: Where Pins Meet Putts

Five Iron Golf is known for reimagining how people play, train, and socialize—and adding duckpin reinforces that innovative spirit. Approachable and fast-paced, duckpin complements golf simulators by offering another high-energy activity in the same visit.

In Erie, rolling for pins already resonates with casual guests and private events alike—blending the timeless fun of bowling with Five Iron’s cutting-edge vibe.

What’s Next: Shaker Heights, OH

Funk Bowling’s collaboration with Five Iron doesn’t stop in Erie. Another project is underway in Shaker Heights, Ohio, continuing the momentum of duckpin as a must-have feature in social entertainment spaces—where great design, great service, and great pins meet.

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