I think the PBA still has a chance at being legitimate on US tv, but they have to make some changes. #1 absolutely, positively has to be not going head to head with the NFL. I mean, come on. Not only do bowling fans skip the PBA telecasts to watch football, but bowling centers don't even have it on a lot of the time. I also think they should have some reputable bowlers give a pre-show rundown of what to expect: what lines to look for, pick their favorites, and anticipate the scoring pace. The kind of thing you might expect before a basketball game or a football game. I really think that is a better way to get name recognition out there than the exempt field idea. You just have to get the analysts to actually pick favorites instead of saying things like, "Well, gee, they're all so good, any one of these guys could win". An actual prediction with a reason why is an underrated way to build credibility. And #3, tell Mike J to ditch the attitude or take a hike.
