April 2019 Content Archive
Bowling Tips and Techniques Articles
A Guide to Competing in Team USA Trials – Part 2
My day-by-day breakdown of 2019's event
By Josie Barnes
In my last article, I covered some high-level strategies for competing in Team USA Trials. In this second half of the series, I will give a day-by-day breakdown of my 2019 event. One of the most unique things about Team...
A Primer for the 2019 USBC Open Championships
Topography, oil pattern impressions, lane play suggestions, and equipment recommendations
By Tyrel Rose
Having just finished bowling in the 2019 USBC Open Championships, I thought it might be helpful to share my experiences. However, I'd like to start with a few important disclaimers: I was only able to bowl twice in the month...
Exploring Alternative Targeting Methods
By Joe Slowinski
Becoming your best requires more than simply perfecting current methods. It requires pushing beyond your current comfort level by testing new procedures, systems, and strategies. This pursuit of excellence—grounded in research and evaluation—ensures your competitive advantage as a bowler and...
Bowling Ball Reviews
900 Global Honey Badger Urethane
The Honey Badger Urethane joins the other Honey Badgers, Badgers, and the Boo-Yah in 900 Global's Tour Preferred 700 Series line. This ball uses the Grapnel Asymmetric core from the...
Hammer Black Widow Pink
The Black Widow Pink is the latest addition to Hammer's Black Widow series, joining the Black/Gold, Gold, and Urethane among their current Black Widow offerings. This new release uses the...
Motiv Thrill
The Motiv Thrill uses a new weight block and a new coverstock to provide bowlers a new non-urethane option designed to handle drier lane conditions. Its symmetrical Flux core design...