[4] After turning pro at age 19 in 1987, Barrette caught on quickly, winning three PWBA titles and Rookie of the Year honors.

On June 30, 2011, Leanne won her 27th professional title (and first since 2002) when she defeated defending champion Kelly Kulick at the U.S. Women's Open in Arlington, Texas.

Nicknamed "Boomer," she was a familiar face in the heyday of televised women's bowling, making over 100 total TV appearances.

(Source: 11thframe.com[11]) During the early part of her professional career, Leanne resided in Oklahoma City, her father having been transferred there by General Motors in 1983.

[12] Leanne's husband, Gary Hulsenberg, is a director of marketing for Storm Bowling in Brigham City, Utah, which prompted their move to the state.