The Palermaa family celebrated a special moment as both Emma Palermaa and Toni
Palermaa were recognized with awards from the Finnish Bowling Association.
Emma Palermaa was named Youth Player of the Year 2025 by the association’s
youth and education committee.
The 15-year-old had a strong season
that included five medals at the European Youth Bowling Championships. In
Finland, Emma claimed the women’s Finnish national championship title. She also won gold at the European Championship of Champions in Vienna.
Earlier in the season, she secured the Finnish youth championship title in
girls’ division. She also added a doubles gold medal.
In the women’s national championships, Emma earned two bronze medals in
doubles alongside and took team silver medal.
Emma’s father, Toni Palermaa, received the Coach of the Year 2025 award.
Throughout the year, he worked closely with Emma. In addition to coaching his
daughter, Toni contributed to the development of Finland’s youth national
team. He supported young players beyond official training camps and played a
role in the ongoing progress of the national program.
The honors were presented during the Finnish Championship League finals.