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4 Common Problems Bowlers Face and Solutions to Try

The bowling shot is a culmination of the sum of its parts. What happens on the lane is a direct result of everything that happened on the approach. A bowler's... View Content

Axis Rotation and Tilt Defined

Can you explain the difference between axis rotation and tilt? Most bowlers find them confusing. In this article, you'll learn how each of them affects your ball motion so that... View Content

How Bowlers Can Adjust as Lanes Transition

The lanes are going to transition, and as a player, you need to have ways to adjust when it happens. View Content

3 Training Drills to Improve Your Physical Game

Are you struggling with consistency in your bowling game? How you train will result in how you perform, so if you're throwing for score when you go to practice, you're... View Content

How to Lessen the Strain on Your Bowling Hand Due to Ball Weight

How you hold the ball in your stance affects your release. When you're muscled up or tense, you end up squeezing the bowling ball. Squeezing the ball throughout the shot... View Content

Picking a New Bowling Ball for the Average Bowler

Intermediate bowlers looking to improve their game must build an arsenal of bowling balls properly. With that said, a bowling ball will not fix a liability in your physical game.... View Content

How Does Your Positive Axis Point and Pin Placement Affect Your Ball Motion?

When the bowling ball rolls down the lane, it revolves around its axis. There are two points at the ends of the axis: the negative (NAP) and the positive axis... View Content

What Is Your Ball Motion Telling You?

From the time you let go of the bowling ball, the bowling ball is slowing down. The fastest the bowling ball rolls is when it first comes off of your... View Content

Tracking Other Bowlers and Matching Up

Observing other bowlers can be a great way to develop your own skills on the lane. These tracking tips will help you learn from your competitors. View Content

Sliding and the Trail Leg

Being aware of the unique way you bowl includes knowing how you slide and drift, as well as how your trail leg affects your game. View Content

Level Up with Better Spare Shooting

Missing that spare is a thing of the past once you learn a few key techniques. Here are some tips that will help improve your spare shooting. View Content

Stance, Ball Start, and Arm Swing

Stance, ball start, and arm swing are all significant factors that will affect the consistency of your shots. These key tips will help improve consistency in your game. View Content

Understanding the House Shot

Understanding the house shot is key to becoming a versatile bowler so that you can stay ahead of the lanes when they transition. View Content

Bowling Ball Selection and Surface Adjustments

The type of ball you select and the surface of your bowling ball will greatly affect your game. Here are a few tips to make sure you make the right... View Content

Technique, Tempo, and Timing

Practicing good timing in your bowling release is key to improving your score. We’ll share a few tips on technique, tempo, and timing in this article. View Content

Bowling Ball Maintenance, Lane Shine, and Oil

Bowling ball maintenance is important to achieve maximum performance. In this article, we’ll break down the importance of bowling ball maintenance and how it affects your game. View Content

Before You Take Your First Step

Before you take your first step toward releasing the ball, it’s important to make sure you’re properly set up. We’ll discuss bowling stance in this helpful article. View Content

A Beginner’s Guide to Bowling Release

No matter your bowling level, working on your release is one of the most effective ways to knock down more pins. Learn some helpful tips in this article. View Content

A Guide to Bowling Ball Cores, RG, Differential, and Coverstock

There’s no shortage of bowling balls to choose from, but how do you know which one to add to your bag? In this article, you’ll learn a few important factors... View Content

Aiming for the Pocket: Why Didn’t I Strike?

Learn how aiming for the pocket can help you produce more strikes and improve your bowling average. View Content

How to Watch Your Bowling Ball to Make In-Game Adjustments

Watching where and when your bowling ball hooks and how it hits the pins gives you a heads up on where to play and which bowling ball to use. View Content

How to Use an Alignment System to Improve Bowling Consistency

Being able to read the lanes and adjust to their conditions can make or break your game. This simple math will help you stay ahead of the moves and keep... View Content

Using Your Dominant Eye to Improve Accuracy While Targeting

No matter how you throw the ball, all bowlers have a dominant eye. Your dominant eye is the one you rely on more while targeting. Do you know which of... View Content

3 Common Problems During Bowling’s Approach

Day in and day out, National Bowling Academy’s Coaching Contributors teach bowling lessons. They’ve discovered that most bowlers share common areas that need improvement. Below are three areas of concern... View Content