"JessN16
Being good enough to compete with the pros is a separate issue. When the PBA is on television, we're only to assume it's there for the audience's benefit. Otherwise, hold it in a barn somewhere and report the results afterwards.
Any time a sport moves out onto the plane of television, what they're doing is offered up for public comment. Has nothing to do with being "as good as they are." Has everything to do with whether we're getting something out of the telecast or being entertained.
And, to that end, any viewer of a PBA telecast is free to comment on the quality of the shows themselves, whether they can bowl or not. This includes comments on the announcers, format, camera work, etc. There was just too much gimmicky stuff going on this year and the season never got into a rhythm.
Jess"
Just so - we the bowlers, who bowl frequently and who buy equipment are what supports bowling, not the PBA - not even the USBC, their claims not withstanding.
If the PBA wants to do entertainment - then it better entertain the audience.