Bowling 7-9-And 8-9 Leaves

The good bowler will not attempt to convert into spares such leaves as the 7-9 and 8-10, except when absolutely necessary.

It can be done, of course, but in the attempt, the bowler may miss both pins, an error which often means the loss of the game. So concentrate on making the easier pin, which in the case of the 7-9 is, for the right-handed bowler, the 7-pin.

The 7-pin is easier because it permits the bowler to take full advantage of the width of the lane, and he may begin closer to his normal starting position.

Therefore, take your starting stance on the right side of the approach and walk directly toward the 7-pin, releasing the ball so that your arm, in following through, comes up in front of your eyes exactly in line with the pin in question.

All too often, the bowler, irritated by his ill luck in being confronted with such a setup, fires his second ball with careless abandon, and, as a result, misses both pins. Championships have been won and lost by just such acts.

I'd like to conclude this page on spares with the thought that the road to bowling success is paved with concentration and sweat. You have to practice, practice, and practice some more, until you make the shots mechanically. Only then will you be able to enjoy victory.

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