Understanding Foul Lines in Bowling: When a Ball Doesn't Count

QuestionWhen a bowler delivers a ball in back of the foul line and the ball registers a foul when crossing the line is that considered a foul Answer www.T

Optimizing Grip Feel for Consistent Ball Release

QuestionHello Gary, I just wanted to know if getting the desired feel in the grip layout equals getting your desired release.  I love to have the ball

Bowling Rules: Foot Placement on the Approach - Is It a Foul?

QuestionHas been brought to our attention that allot of league bowlers are standing at the very end of the approach with there feet hanging off the back th

Optimizing Thumb Position for Increased Spin in Bowling

QuestionIm righthanded bowler, hand positioned under ball at starting point.  right now, as i swing my hand forward at release, i try to keep my thumb

Choosing Your First Bowling Ball: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionNew bowler i want to buy a ball i bowl a straight ball no curves where do i start AnswerMike, You can invest in a basic polyester ball. But, your

Brunswick Wicked Siege Ball Drilling Issue: Right vs. Left Hand Weight Distribution

QuestionI purchased a brunswick wicked seige 15lb ball. I had a pro center drill it using specs off my old ball. When i bowled league bowling with it my fr

Bowling Hand Pain: Causes & Solutions for Left-Handed Bowlers

QuestionQUESTION: Hello I am a young (20 years old) bowler I bowl left handed while using a glove and a brunswick thumb saver I use a DV8 Misfit with finge

Best Bowling Ball for Left-Handed Fuller Rollers | True Bowler Adjustments

Questionwhat is the best bowling ball for a person who is left handed and throws a fuller roller Answer www.TrueBowlerAdjustme   Hello Jerry, The bes

League Sponsorship Fees & Escrow Funds - Seeking Clarification

QuestionWarren, we have just finished the 17th week which is midway for our league. The house has advised my team that we have to pay $50. for sponsor fees

Hammer The Sauce Bowling Ball Issues & Finger Pain

QuestionHi, I just started competitively bowling with my school and the one girl on my team gave me one of her old balls which is a Hammer ball and its cal

Improving Ball Motion in Women's College Bowling: A Coach's Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Good evening Mr. Friedl. How have you been? My question. I coach a ladies NCAA collegiate team. Besides the fact that a couple are non re

10-Pin Bowling Rule Dispute: Ball-Pin Contact & League Regulations

QuestionIn league 10 pin was hit to spare, opposing team member said it hit the gutter then bounced back and hit the pin. Bowler insisted that it was good,

Recovering Bowler Seeks Drill & Ball Advice After Stroke

QuestionI am spinner that had a stroke two years ago. I am partially paralyzed on my left side. I used to bowl in leagues and tournaments. My average was a

Troubleshooting Bowling Consistency: Addressing Single Pins & Game Fluctuations

QuestionQUESTION: My release seems to be my Achilles heal. I hit the pocket ball after ball and yet leave a variety of single pins. This frustrates me to t

Bowling Thumb Pain: Causes, Solutions & Relief

QuestionQUESTION: I am returning to bowling after 40+ years off and purchased a ball and had it fitted for a fingertip grip.  Problem is a painful thu

Bowling Ball Pin & Center of Gravity Consistency: Online vs. Pro Shop

QuestionDear Mr. Oatis, I have been bowling for quite some time now (well only a few years) and I have used a single ball that was drilled to specify a sm

Choosing Bowling Balls for Earlier Hook on Old Wood Lanes

QuestionQUESTION: I am looking to buy a Storm Sync and a Raptor Talon, i Curently have a raptor P7, Hammer Raw Anger, and  dark Grey Zone With a red d

Bowling Ball Cracked in Half: Causes, Prevention & Manufacturer Contact

QuestionI have a Nu-Line, Gauntlet, bowling ball and loved it.  I have always stored it in my heated garage or in the house. I went to take it out to

Improve Bowling Follow-Through: Correcting Short-Arming and Body Issues

QuestionIM HAVING A PROBLEM FOLLOWING THROUGH IN MY DELIVERY. INSTEAD OF REACHING FOR THE SKY. ILL SHORT ARM MY DELIVERY OR COME ACROSS MY BODY. WHAT CAN I

Improving Hook Shot Mechanics: Backswing and Ball Position

QuestionQUESTION: Dear Mr. Friedl, Its Nate here again to hound you with a few more questions. I have been to the alley lately and rolled a few handfuls o