I have been in a slump it seems like for the last month and a half. My averages which were 210 at both houses, has dropped to 204 now.

It seems like I can't put 3 solid games together anymore, it seems it is always 1 good game, masked by a really terrible game, then a decent 3rd game. To struggle for a 6 or low 6 which is slightly under my average.

I have a really well-rounded arsenal. It is purely operator and mental aspect. It seems like lately I am thinking of that one ridiculous game that is going to happen in my set and it's like I make it happen. Those games are plagued by bad shots, that leave splits and not being able to string strikes. It looks as though all skill leaves my head in those games, and it is really getting me frustrated.

For those who go through these, what has worked for you in the past. I will say I ahve been bowling in loeagues and subbing in 1 that has kept me from being able to get to the lanes and practice, so that doesn't help. Any ideas?
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What is sandbagging???

LaneHammer20, what is happening during the game when you struggle most? reason i ask is that when i was in a big slump i realized i was targeting too close and so if i go right it hooks, and move left it skates. so i have worked on moving my eyes down lane about 10-15 farther. then once i have a good reaction, i stay there. and if the ball starts jumoing, instead of moving both eyes and feet, i just move my feet for the most part. this way, im still hitting the same spot at the same distance, where i know the ball is reacting well. does that make sense? it avoids getting an over/under reaction. i have tried this on my traveling league at different houses and has worked well so far. just a suggestion.

let us know when you break out of it and what you did. good luck and hope you get out of it soon. it is truly frustrating.

First, I wouldn't worry about your arsenal.  For your next league session, pick your favorite, most comfortable 2-3 bowling balls and just take those.  Having options is great, but sometimes having too many gets you thinking about equipment changes instead of realizing a mechanical flaw.

Next, everybody has one or two things they really struggle with.  For me, a big one is staying down at the line.  The other is my hand position in my swing and keeping my hand behind the ball.  So, figure out what your sticking points are, and focus on doing those correct.  

Earlier this year I went a good 5 weeks without even a 200 game, saw my average drop from 204 to 190.  I finally figured out that because I wasn't staying down, I wasn't finishing strong enough and my shots were all over the place.  I worked on my finish and my average has started to climb back up again.  

Last thing is to try to keep the frustration level to a minimum, especially when you make those first couple of bad shots.  I've always found it's easier to rebound from a bad break if you keep a level head and not over-analyze what went wrong
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It IS next year!

same thing happening to me right now from a 200 avg drop to a 160 avg after winning 1st runner up in the country.

been trying ways and means to get off from bowling to get back the streak
(the last time i took a 12day off period,my bowling avg went up by 20pins)

but just cant get it back....

help!!!!
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my current arsenal....
secret agent
power agent
shift
attitude shift
gravity shift
surefire
spitfire
tropical storm
jolt solid
storm spare
cell
thunderstruck pearl
street rod solid
street rod pearl
dimension
perfect dimension
rapid fire pearl
fired up II

BOWL UP A STORM
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The best way to get out of a slump is to do a fat chick. You will be so worried about your friends finding out that you won't be worried about your game.

Trust me, I'm an expert.
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