Jim,
Based on what you have said about how fast you throw the ball, the Fired Up may not have been the best choice. (If I am infact thinking of the right ball) From what I have seen, the players with really high speeds, match up better to dull equipment, due to the fact it will grab the lane quicker and wont' slide as much as the Fired Up.
I could be wrong, but just trying to help.
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Formerly SGC300