See i'm not good with the lingo of the bowling world like a crankger or a stroker, but i know my ball hooks late, and hooks hard, so maybe that will help. And as for a price range definately under $100. As for ball speed i'd say i have a medium speed, i don't throw it hard, but i don't throw it too soft either. And for the brand of the ball it really doesnt matter as long as it's a good ball. But ya i do like my red zone ball.