Unlucky? Unfortunate? I think not. I am not doing something correctly. After all, there are others who are scoring well

A bowler has got to go beyond just throwing to the second arrow and hoping that the night's lane conditions will happen to let them score higher.

In other words, one of the equations for improving yourself in the sport of bowling is - consistent armswing equals accuracy equals more strikes and spares equals higher scores equals higher averages.

I'd like to give you an example of the thought processes I go through as I bowl. In a typical night of league, I am constantly trying to find an area on the lane where I have an easier time getting my ball to the pocket.

I always emphasize to my students that they should "admire your shot." That is, they have to be able to hold their final step and position for at least three seconds after they deliver their ball on the lane.