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Most bowling alleys, such as Brunswick, have markings on the lane known as range finders and arrows. These markings aren’t there for decorative purposes only – these are used to zero in on your target…

Beginner bowlers should master the hook shot, a technique where the ball curves in its path down the lane instead of rolling down in a straight path (i.e., a straight shot). The hook shot, after all, …

Bowling may not look like a physically strenuous game – it’s often seen as a game for the oldies – but looks can be deceiving. The repeated lifting, handling and releasing of a 15-pound ball during th…

Bowling has undergone several changes in technique and technology since its introduction, from the type of material used in the ball (i.e., from wood to reactive materials) to the way of holding it (i…

Now that you know the basics of the grip, stance and address as well as the steps, you should also know the basics of the release and follow-through. You will find that at these stages, you have incre…

Bowling isn’t just about throwing the ball and hitting the pins. If it were so, then we’d all be professional bowlers! The best bowlers know that it’s important to get the grip, stance and address per…

Shooting high scores requires effective control over ball speed that, in turn, should be adjusted with consideration to the type of ball being thrown and the lane conditions. Keep in mind, too, that t…

In bowling, the smallest details matter as much as the larger ones, and it’s true for the thumbhole! Keep in mind that a properly fitting ball is a must in nearly all aspects of the game, from the app…

The bowling fundamentals of bowling – arm swing, footwork, and release, among others – are interconnected in ways that many bowlers haven’t realized yet. Here are a few aspects of such interconnectedn…

The foul in bowling differs from the foul in other sports from basketball to football.  Every bowler should know the related rules and regulations since such knowledge means a better enjoyment and res…