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General Category => Miscellaneous => Topic started by: mrfrostee on July 24, 2012, 11:39:11 AM
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I have heard many times bowlers say I changed my hand position to accomplish this or that on the lane. My question is what exactly are they talking about? Does it mean coming more up the back of the ball, pinky/index finger in a different position on the ball, wrist cocked/straighter when holding the ball. Thanks
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Could mean all of the above, depending on the bowler.
For me, it might mean a cocked wrist instead of straight. But usually, my adjustment is more one of feel. If I want more forward roll, I make sure that the ball weight is toward the ball of my hand (think under the index and middle finger), if I want more side roll, I want the weight of the ball to be more toward the side of my hand under the pinky and ring finger. Using this method, I don't really have to change the actual position of my hand, just where the pressure of the ball is located.
Your mileage may vary! ;D
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How do you accomplish this change in feel and balance without actually changing your hand position? Or do you actually shift your hand a little more around or under the ball? I need just a little more side roll on my ball in order to improve my carry (I think that is what I am missing).
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I just use a small adjustment as to where the weight of the ball is on my hand. I want to keep my hand behind the ball until the release point, but in the stance, I can adjust where I feel the weight of the ball. It's a very subtle change that works well for me. If you watch Norm Duke in his set up, it looks as if he is doing something similar at times.
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Off the top of my head, this is the best example that I can think off.
http://www.bowl4fun.com/ron/tip11.htm (http://www.bowl4fun.com/ron/tip11.htm)
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I have heard many times bowlers say I changed my hand position to accomplish this or that on the lane. My question is what exactly are they talking about? Does it mean coming more up the back of the ball, pinky/index finger in a different position on the ball, wrist cocked/straighter when holding the ball. Thanks
Yes, burly has exactly the reply I was coming here to share. For me, I have been using a system like this for YEARS, and it allows me much versatility to create different looks while using the same piece of equipment.
Like milorafferty said, it makes the ball "feel" like it is in a different position in the hand, and changes the way I come through (or around) the ball during the release.