Scrub49,
Could you provide some more feedback? I read your post as you are having an issue with hanging in the ball too long.
Are you using finger inserts or going without? If you are hanging in the ball too long with fingertape, have you tried using a slightly larger fingerhole/insert? Finger bruising - Have you had your span checked to ensure that the fit is correct and you have the correct pitches?
I always thought that the fingertapes would be used to provide more grip or a snugger hole fit, and if you were having pain/bruising that would be more of an indication of an improper fitting ball, either span length or pitches.