Shannon Pluhowsky (born August 8, 1982) is an American left-handed ten-pin bowler who competes in the Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA) and internationally.

She bowled at the University of Nebraska under coach Bill Straub who is credited for Pluhowsky's impeccable left-handed form.

[7] She sports a big push-away and a straight and loose arm swing with a textbook finishing position.

The tournament, which awarded a $50,000 first prize, was contested at the site of Pluhowsky's first major championship: the National Bowling Stadium in Reno, Nevada.

[14] She posted a 250.7 average over 71 games during the Inland Owls league at Capri Lanes in Kettering, Ohio.