Timing issues

[KingofKings696]

I seem to have timing issues where I tend to already be on the side of the ball by the time it gets to my leg and then must come over the top to get the movement needed to get it back to the pocket. Im playing outside edge of right foot at 20 throwing out to 15 and about 13 or so at breakpoint. I am coming up the back however I feel that if I could get myself to stay under longer I could give me more room for error as right now its either on or its not there is no room for error and even though I throw many 200 games I can not consistantly do so due to turning early. I also am about to get rid of my 20yr old shoes which may help a bit too(still in a full slide at release its like skating on ice). Any tips, tricks or drills specifically for holding off on the turning of the wrist would be appreciated.

Also forgot to add once I get out to the lanes again I will try and take a video of a couple throws.

Edited on 8/18/2008 10:40 AM

[dizzyfugu]

I posted this in another forum, but it is the same tip(s) from my experience:

What helped me a lot when I topped the ball too much was the idea of chasing or pushing the ball with my ring finger down the lane. Keep your swing up and, once you let the ball loose with the thumb before it passes your sliding foot's ankle, continue the swing with some muscle and concentrate on the ring finger - feel the ball rolling across your ring finger tip. That's one piece of the puzzle. Additionally, make sure your upper body is upright and youzr shopulders keep square to your target. You will have a hard time with a clean release if you bend too much forward with your torso. Bend your sliding foot's knee instead, so you have a stable end position and can release the ball at the downswing's lowest point for maximum leverage. This also makes staying behind the ball easier. If you bend forward, your thumb clings to the ball too long, you tend to loft and simply cannot impart any good forward revs.

Good luck!
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[KingofKings696]

I do come up the back of the ball some how yet when you watch a video of my swing I am to the side so I get the forward roll and not coming straight up the side yet have to top it to get it to actually hook if any of that makes sense. Also when you say keep my swing up could you please clarify this? Thank you.

[dizzyfugu]

Make a complete and fluid follow-through, as if you reach for your target on the lane. Grabbing your ear is also an option. This helps with a straight swing and keeps the hand easier behind the ball. With an inproper follw-through, the risk of coming around the ball is great - your release might even look as if you want to start a lawn mower. Lots of revs, but lots of side roll and little power that actually reaches the pins.
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[KingofKings696]

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Here is a link to the videos as promised any help would be greatly appreciated.