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tmatthews85

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Feedback and/or Tips
« on: July 28, 2012, 07:17:48 PM »
A recent almost 2.5 Minute cut video of me practicing! Looking for educated feedback to help me improve my over all scores. Hopefully more then obtain
coach, look for something more in depth! Thanks for the help in advance!

Video can be found here:
http://youtu.be/SnBjj4Sej34

 

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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #1 on: July 28, 2012, 08:28:33 PM »
I am definitely not a coach, but the thing that caught my eye the most was your first step. Your first step is different more times than not, you usually pause, but the pause is of different lengths and then there are a few times where there is no pause at all. My guess is this leads to ball reaction that can be quite different from ball to ball. I would try to eliminate that pause altogether.

tmatthews85

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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #2 on: July 28, 2012, 09:30:39 PM »
Will check out the difference this makes tomorrow...

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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #3 on: July 28, 2012, 10:04:14 PM »
I agree with what was said above.  The first step is going to be what helps you get the momentum.  In some cases, you paused and then in others, went right into the second step without hesitation.  That can affect your speed and it can ultimately affect the reaction or line you're playing.

I would work on the first step- find something that will be comfortable and work to make it a good habit.  If it were me, I would eliminate the pause but move into the second step in a nice, controlled way.  In fact, this is where having a coach or partner around to videotape you or give you feedback is a good thing.  Even if you're videoed on a cell phone, it still gives you visual feedback that will be valuable with working on this.

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tmatthews85

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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #4 on: July 28, 2012, 11:08:19 PM »
I agree i need to work on the pause and will look to getting rid of that... I did notice towards the end of the clip, it appeared with a higher backswing and a better rotation of the ball

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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #5 on: July 29, 2012, 09:49:44 AM »
Not so much worried about the 1st step as I am the 2nd and 3rd. You have fast feet which causes you to muscle the ball throughout the swing. It results in inconsistency in shot making and unnecessary length from the ball leaving you 7 pins on good shots. I would slow down those steps and loosen that armswing. Allow the ball to freely flow back and forth with no muscle. You'll be amazed at how many shots you can repeat using a free armswing. Also, try not to grab the ball at the bottom. You're left handed, you dont have to. The ball on our side is a lot smoother off the backend because of the lack of track wear as is on th right side. Obviously, you want to play into that and allow the ball to read. Just my. 02 from watching your vid.
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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #6 on: August 01, 2012, 08:49:57 PM »
I'm with everybody else above. It seems like you are really focused on your feet and "getting to the line" than anything else with your game. I don't see anything wrong with your swing/leverage/you have enough revs. Pick up the ball and walk. It's a rather simple ideal than it is making it reality. The looser/more comfortable with your motion, the better results you will produce. I'm with righty, your 2nd and 3rd step are by far your weakest point or flaw in your game. If you walk and use consistent steps, you'll be really surprised on how much cleaner and more consistent your game will get.
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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #7 on: August 01, 2012, 09:21:22 PM »
The first step is off to watch but if your use to it and can adjust the timing of the rest of your approach then it isn't really an issue. Timing is what is most important and consistency in what you do. There are many great players and pros that all vary in their styles and approaches but they are consistent and able to repeat shots along with other things that make them great. That comes from lots of practice as well as coaching.

For me it is your arm swing. It is a little short in the back swing and looks like your muscling the ball instead of being relaxed and letting the ball work for you. Doesn't mean you can't be great doing it, but it can be a source of inconstancy especially if fatigue becomes a factor.

What is it that your struggling with on the lanes when your bowling would be the better questions to start with?
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Re: Feedback and/or Tips
« Reply #8 on: August 02, 2012, 09:42:07 AM »
Your habit of stepping to the left after each shot could be masking a balance issue.  You were off balance on your first shot and had do step to the left.  Your balance was better after that, but you still stepped off.  I recommend breaking yourself of the habit, so you can tell when you are off balance or not.
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