Hall of famer Carolyn Dorin-Ballard talks with bowlers and coaches to get them to share their methods for shooting spares. Simplicity is key. It is important to have two systems for spare shooting in order to be prepared for any type of situation.
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1:41Playing Low Ball to Overcome Corner Pin Spares
Nobody likes shooting corner pins, but if you practice enough, you can take the fear out of shooting them. USBC Hall of Famer Carolyn Dorin-Ballard teaches you about a practice game called Low Ball, where competitors attempt to knock down the fewest pins possible each frame by aiming for the corner pins.
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9:29Picking Up Spares
The quickest and easiest way to increase your average is to become a great spare shooter. Bowling coaches Rod Ross and Fred Borden provide helpful tips and techniques on how to improve your spare shooting and increase your conversion percentage.
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5:42Developing a Spare System
Nobody likes losing, but when you look back at your last performance, can you pinpoint why you lost? Missed spares are missed opportunities, and it’s crucial to develop a spare system that is uniquely yours that you can rely on. The key to spare bowling is keeping it simple and coach Erik Vermilyea with Track,…
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4:17Bowling Spares: 5 Ball Drill
In this video, bowling coach Pat Costello demonstrates to Carolyn Dorin-Ballard the benefits of practicing her five-ball drill. This drill is a helpful and simple way to help your spare game and increase your average. It is best to work on this drill with a plastic spare ball.
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