There are two terms used in bowling that often cause misunderstanding among bowlers – axis rotation and tilt. Many bowlers do not understand the difference between the two. Bryan O’Keefe goes in depth on axis rotation and tilt, and gives some helpful tips on both.
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8:45Practice for Bowling Tournaments or Competitions
When it comes to preparing for bowling tournaments or competitions, there is so much more to do than just practicing throwing strikes and knocking down pins. In talking with bowling coach Del Warren, the key is to make time for purposeful practice where you’re working on your physical game. At Del’s center, they use a…
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6:03Bowling Lane Surfaces
Bowling coach Kim Terrell-Kearney speaks with research engineer Emily Troutman about bowling lane surfaces and hardness. Not all lane surfaces are the same and can create different ball reactions. Troutman explains the differences in color, surface and hardness, and shows how lanes are tested. She also shows how a bowling ball leaves a footprint on…
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3:18Bowling Lane Conditions: Burn Up or Burn Out
Bowling coaches Rod Ross and and Kim Terrell-Kearney provide tips for competing on different lanes and changing pairs during a league or tournament. It is always beneficial to have a second set of eyes behind you to see if your ball is hooking too much or too late, and where it is using its energy.…
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7:31Bowling Team Drill: Walk the Line
Pat Costello and Carolyn Dorin-Ballard present a team drill known as walk the line. This drill focuses on players watching each other and helping improve your team’s accuracy. It is important for the bowler following you to know where you finished the previous shot. This will help you and your teammates improve.
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