Bowling: How to Master the Game

The most definitive guide to the sport of bowling, this book is sure to take your game and your average to the next level. Parker Bohn III, the 1999 Professional Bowlers Association Player of the Year, clearly explains everything you need to know in order to shoot your maximum potential--from equipment, mental preparation, and practice regimens to stroke lines, spare conversions, and strategies for different lane conditions. Written for the beginner as well as the advanced bowler, the book features more than thirty detailed computer-generated lane diagrams that show the best paths to the pocket for both left and right-handers. Plus, a preface richly illustrated with vintage photos takes a fascinating look back at how the game came to be one of America's most-loved pastimes and how it is fast gaining popularity around the world. Parker Bohn III reveals the secrets to success including: how to exploit the technology of ball composition and drilling the basic skid-roll-hook strike shot's trajectory and pin carry recommended foot positions and targets for splits and spares how lane conditioner (oil) and its breakdown affect your shots pro-proven strike line strategies for conquering difficult land conditions how to pinpoint problems and develop customized practice sessions pointers for building a rock-solid mental approach plans for reaching the college, amateur, and pro levels You'll learn how to achieve perfect form in a skills section with photos showing how to position yourself at each step in the delivery: starting stance pushaway armswing release wrist positions timing balance Brunswick pro contributers include all-time favorites and new stars: Mike Aulby Chris Barnes Cindy Coburn-Carroll Johnny Petraglia Mark Roth Kim Terrell Tammy Turner
ASIN: 0789304945
VSKU: DBV.0789304945.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Bohn III, Parker
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!