One of the questions frequently asked of me is, "would you recommend that I get a wrist support, brace, or apparatus to help my bowling? They see someone bowling good with one and it sparks their interest.

"Six For Success Ends" contains the last three problems and solutions of my "Choc-list" begun in "Six For Success Begins." Please go back and read the first three. Thank you.

Does it seem as if your bowling is not improving in spite of all your practice? Do you have your goals and priorities in line but feel as if something is blocking your path to success? Do you often think that you are not doing the things that you know you should be doing?

Regardless of your style of bowling, there are some fundamental techniques that must be fine-tuned in order to establish a solid foundation for your bowling game. Once this has been set, you will be able to effectively develop your timing, accuracy, and consistency.

The highest average Les has ever carried was 195 and he threw his 300 game in Wichita, Kansas sometime in the 1970's. He doesn't remember his highest series because he, "doesn't keep track of those things." His ball was made of rubber and had two holes - a thumb hole and one for the middle finger

Regardless of where you are with your bowling today, realize that we live in a very negative world. If you take a look around and start listening to what people are saying, you'll be surprised at how much negativity there is being fed to you on a constant basis.

The simplest and most commonly taught sparing methodology for beginners is "The 3-6-9 Rule." It is an easy way to determine where and at what angle you need to throw the ball to pick up spares. The important thing is that you will have a foundation upon which to build your spare shooting.

Here's the gist of it: as the ball is released, the bowler senses that something doesn't feel right and makes an unconscious, automatic correction of his/her release to set the ball on the lane in the proper strike line

All coaches will always advocate keeping a positive mental attitude when you're bowling whether you're practicing or in competition . I'd like to add another thought to that by urging you to commit yourself to striving for excellence in all aspects of your bowling game.

They have become more of a social event for people to get together and compete in a comfortable atmosphere. It's a great way to meet new people and make friends. There are other events with different formats that will be just as much fun if they are offered at your favorite bowling place.