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BOWL.COM 2 USBOWLER WINTER 2010-11


THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE UNITED STATES BOWLING CONGRESS


Winter 2010-11 / Vol. 6, No. 3


CONTENTS FEATURES


18 The Long and Short of It The Team USA women came away from the PABCON championships with a clutch of medals. How’d they play that oil? And how can you do the same thing?


24 A Matter of Style


Terms like “Cranker,” “Stroker” and “Tweener” are colorful and fun to use, but do they really apply to anyone anymore?


DEPARTMENTS 4 Opening Frame 6 Bulletin Board


situation.


16 Health and Wellness Improving your core strength for better bowling and


less back pain. 28 Update


USBC Masters preview; Team USA at the World Series of Bowling.


30 Introducing E.A.R.L. 32 Team USA Wants You 34 Collegiate Competition 36 Checking in on Leagues


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MORE ON THE WEB 30


18 7


Check out the latest updates to BOWL.com; celebrity bowlers hit the lanes; industry says “YES” to youth.


14 Technique Your guide to choosing the right ball for any


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