USBC Coaching Tip of the Month: Watch the Ball Reaction

In the modern game, when the ball hooks is as important as how much it hooks. Watch your ball reaction on the lanes to see where the ball begins to move toward the pocket (the break point). Also watch the shape of the line between the release and break point and between the break point and the pocket. Being able to accurately watch your shot requires that you remain in a balanced finish position until the ball hits the pins.

For more information on coaching tips, see the tips page index.

To locate a USBC-certified coach in your area, visit the USBC Coaching section of bowl.com and click on the "Find A Coach" feature or call (800) 514-BOWL, ext. 3169.

The Difference

USBC Sport Bowling Corner

Sport Bowling Spotlight - In an interview with USBC Sport Bowling spokesperson Chris Barnes, the Denny's PBA Tour superstar discusses how each of the PBA Experience patterns normally plays and what adjustments bowlers can make to have the best chance of success. For many of you, this will be your first time competing on these conditions. But with some inside insight from Barnes, you'll be better prepared to score on the Viper, Shark, Scorpion, - Chameleon, and Cheetah oil patterns. Read more

High Performance Bowling - There is more to a bowling ball than meets the eye.

A complex relationship exists between a bowling ball's exterior, or shell, and its core. The pure motion of a bowling ball is controlled primarily by the core and shell, components that work together to determine overall ball reaction. The composition of the shell determines the amount of friction between the ball and the lane, while the core's physical or mass properties aid in the rotation of the ball as it rolls down the lane.  Read more

Visit the Sport Bowling section of bowl.com or call (800) 514-BOWL, ext. 3177 for more information.

Experience it!

Register for the Ultimate Bowling Educational Event – There’s Still Time
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USBC Youth Open Spots Available

Registration for the USBC Youth Open Championships has been extended to July 1 due to the convenience of the online registration process. This will help accommodate last minute entries into the tournament.  Mail and fax entries will also be accepted until this date. 

Order Your Event Apparel
Visit our online store to choose from a wide variety of items.  Select your item and have the event logo embroidered.  Be sure to order early so you can wear your apparel to the USBC Youth Open Championships!

USBC Youth Open Championships will be conducted on a Sport pattern
The new vision for USBC to “Grow the Sport” has prompted the Youth Committee to decide that the inaugural USBC Youth Open Championships will be conducted on a Sport Bowling pattern.  Challenge your shot making and accuracy in a competitive environment and sign up today.

Two Elite Women’s Bowling Events – One City

Woman bowlers haven’t had a pro tour of their own since 2003. But for nine weeks this fall, high-level women’s bowling is back on ESPN!

The U.S. Women’s Open will be held Aug. 13-18 at the National Bowling Stadium in Reno, Nev., on PBA Experience lane conditions. Sixteen finalists will compete in four taped bracket events that will air on ESPN on Sept. 16, 23, 30 and Oct. 7.

The final four athletes return to Reno for the event’s championship round, with live coverage on ESPN Oct. 14.
Athletes in the U.S. Women’s Open may opt to simultaneously compete in the Professional Bowlers Association Women’s Tour Trials – four events that also will include televised finals on ESPN later this fall.

NBA Superstar Chris Paul New USBC Spokesperson

New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets point guard Chris Paul, one of the rising stars in the National Basketball Association, has reached a three-year agreement to serve as an official spokesperson for USBC.

The 21-year-old Winston-Salem, N.C., native has quickly become one of the most talked about young stars in the NBA after winning the 2005-06 Rookie of the Year Award and helping lead the U.S. Men's National Basketball Team to a bronze medal at the 2006 FIBA World Championships last summer. When not thrilling fans in NBA arenas, Paul can be found crafting his skills in another sport he is passionate about - bowling.

Dick Weber Documentary a Must for Fans

Own the most comprehensive look at the life of bowling great Dick Weber. Produced by Bill McCorkle, Weber's PBA cohort, the documentary includes interviews with the Weber family, pro bowlers and others. It contains "never-before seen" footage of Weber's home life as well as action footage and clips of Weber's wacky appearances on TV with David Letterman.

The Dick Weber documentary is $19.95 (plus shipping and handling) and is available in DVD or VHS format. All proceeds go to Weber's chosen charity, the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame. Order your copy now at dickwebervideo.com.

Enter the USBC/Storm Bowlers Journal Championships

While in Reno for this year’s USBC Open Championships, be sure to visit the 61st Annual USBC/Storm Bowlers Journal Championships. Located inside the new Grand Sierra Resort (former Reno Hilton), this year’s tournament features a variety of singles and doubles entry formats appropriate for bowlers of all skill levels, not to mention the friendliest staff around.

The prize fund is an estimated $250,000, including two top prizes of $10,000! Corbet Austin and Max Shellabarger stormed into the doubles lead, each using the new Shift by Storm. This is a high performance bowling ball designed to help create more hook on the backend, where you need it most! For more information on Storm’s complete line of high performance bowling equipment, be sure to visit stormbowling.com and remember to always ‘Bowl up a Storm!’

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