Brunswick no longer participates with the PBA discount program. According to Brunswick, there were multiple people buying balls at the discounted price, and selling them for a profit. Brunswick tried to work with the PBA, but the PBA said that there is nothing they can do. So, Brunswick doesn't release the balls early to PBA members. I would suggest checking with your local pro shop so that they can order one and they should get it when it is released. As a side note, I was at the Eastern Regional tournament yesterday, and 2 people were using the 4.5 on the Chameleon pattern. All I can say is WOW! The ball is very clean through the front part of the lane, and really drives through the pins. I can't wait to get one when they come out.
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Brunswick user and supporter. Go Big B!
PBA Eastern Region Member