Pin Downers, Week 16 - #bowling_scores

Not necessarily a bad night even though the scores were a bit lower (204, 153, 201 for a 558).  Was 12 out of 18 on my spares (4 of them splits).  I typically use my high rev release on this league (with a weaker ball).  Was doing ok the 1st game, but when the lanes transitioned, I couldn't find a good line.  I had to be almost perfect, or I was paying the price with a split.

In the 3rd game, after opening twice in the first 3 frames (and leaving 3 splits in the second game) I flattened out my shot and targeted the 5 board with my Blue Hammer.  Was able to put together a 4 bagger to salvage a 201.  I was surprised with the carry I was getting even though I wasn't coming in at a steeper angle.  Makes me think about retiring my high rev release (again).

As far as my straighter release goes, I have made recent changes to my approach that I feel has improved my timing and accuracy.  I guess we will have to wait until after the Christmas Holidays to find out.

Talking about Christmas, may everybody have a Merry Christmas.

Pin Downers, Week 15 - #bowling_scores

Good night on the lanes last night.  213, 237, 232 for a 682 series. Spare shooting was good (one open kept me from a clean set).  As the lanes started to break down, I just moved back on the lane slightly to pick up my ball speed, and kept the same line.  Was able to keep my ball in the pocket, and covered my spares.  We were in 1st place at the start of the night by 3 games (bowling against the 2nd place team) and took all 7 points.  Next week is position round for the 1st half champion, and we all ready have the 1st half wrapped up.

Wed Men, Week 15 #bowling_scores

I felt like I had a bit more accuracy this week, but I continue to average 170-180 on my Wed league.  199, 175, 146 for a 520 series.  I did feel like I was bowling better last night than in past weeks (even though my scores don't show it).  I was 13 out of 15 on my non-split spares and had 5 additional opens due to splits (The majority of them in the last game).

I showed one of my team mates a video of me bowling from several years ago, and he pointed out to me that I don't bend my knees like I used to.  I am standing up at the line, which is what is probably causing me to pull my shot frequently.  Something to work on this week.