Episode 303: Melissa Cerquin, High Score Pinball Arcade owner
Pinball Profile
24 min
Summary
New woman-owned Long Island arcade brings 42 pinballs to public; operator plans tournaments.
Jeff Teolis interviews Melissa Cerquin, owner of High Score Pinball Arcade, a newly opened 42-machine arcade in Westfield, South Shore Mall on Long Island. Melissa and her boyfriend Mike converted their unsafe private pinball collection storage into a public arcade space in just three weeks, creating a woman-owned, minority-run business. The interview covers Melissa's four-year journey in pinball, her vision for tournaments and leagues, and her commitment to introducing new generations to the hobby.
Check out Long Island's newest location in Westfield South Shore (mall). Melissa tells us how she turned a tragedy into a success story. Hear about her instant love of pinball and how in just a short time a collection grew into an arcade for all to enjoy.
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