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WEST MICHIGAN YOUTH CITY TOURNAMENT CLASS DIVISIONS

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    SINGLES                  DOUBLES/MIXED DOUBLES     TEAM

CLASS AVERAGE CLASS AVERAGE CLASS AVERAGE CLASS AVERAGE CLASS AVERAGE CLASS AVERAGE
A 181-UP E 101-120 A 361-UP E 201-240 A 721-UP E 401-480
B 161-180 F 81-100 B 321-360 F 161-200 B 641-720 F 321-400
C 141-160 G 0-80 C 281-320 G 0-160 C 561-640 G 0-320
D 121-140     D 241-280     D 481-560    

West Michigan Scholarship Winner's

Lea Hodges, Michelle Brinkman and Chris Pushman

Bruce Bruuresema Scholarship

David Woodard

300 Games

Richard Bosma and Pat Mieczkowski

299 Game

Carson Wyckoof

DATES TO REMEMBER

Registered Volunteer Program: There will be a meeting for board members, proprietors and interested youth coaches on July 15th @ Northway Lanes (Muskegon) and July 16th @ Century Lanes (Holland). Both meetings will start at 7:00 PM. The meeting will explain the details and requirements of the registered volunteer program. The goal is to get as many volunteers registered as possible. If you are associated with youth bowlers please make every effort to attend one of these meetings.

The Registered Volunteer Program is underway! Board members and coaches from the area centers are working to become registered volunteers. Our Registered Volunteer Supervisor is Sue Covington. Sue is from Holland, Mi and can be reached at 616-994-9648 or email: suecov162@yahoo.com. Feel free to contact her with any concerns about this program.

Call Jane Ryefield Youth Manager at 231-777-1536 any questions

Web Master Greg Miller millereagt@comcast.net for any concerns.

Thanks to all for a great season, see you next year on the lanes!

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blueball.gif (1007 bytes) The Follow Through.   One of the most overlooked errors of bowlers.  A consistent release must also have a consistent follow through on the shot, it will maintain a constant in your game.   If you release the same way and yet alter the amount of follow through it will affect your ball speed and it's 'break point' on the lane. No follow through usually results in weak hits on the pins and not as much pin carry. Keep that momentum rolling by making sure you follow through on every shot.

blueball.gif (1007 bytes) Shooting the ten pin.   For some it's the easiest pin on the deck, for others it may as well have crazy glue on the bottom.  The conversion of this single pin spare is generally a mental problem for most bowlers. Fearing the ten pin will cause unnecessary errors. Just relax, line up for your spare shot and don't think too much about 'what' pin it is.  If you have trouble with the ball hooking too much try 'breaking' your wrist ( let it bend 'back' a bit ) it will take some of the hook off your ball.

blueball.gif (1007 bytes) Footwork.  It can make all the difference in your game as well.  Developing the footwork to match your bodies natural 'timing' for the game is not as simple as one may think.  There are two common types of approach, the four step delivery and the five step delivery. In the four step delivery, the ball is 'pushed away' on the first step, downswing on the second step, reach the height of your backswing in mid third step and the release of the ball should coincide with your slide foots approach to the foul line.   During practice pay attention to 'when' the ball comes off your hand, and work at that perfect timing... You'll be glad you did.

blueball.gif (1007 bytes) One of the most important aspects of your bowling game is your release of the ball.  Many times if your grip is not 'comfortable' you will throw a bad shot.  If you find the ball slipping off your hand too soon, try either blowing on your fingers or into the thumb hole of the ball.  The steam from your breath will give just enough moisture to ensure a better grasp on the ball.  If your thumb sticks in the ball too long, try using a little baby powder or rosin to ensure a drier and more smooth release of the ball.  If the thumb hole is a bit  too big for your finger bowlers tape allows you to insert a piece or two to tighten up the space between your thumb and the hole, and later if your thumb swells a bit you can remove the tape to keep a sure grip on the ball and a more consistent 'feel' to your release.

blueball.gif (1007 bytes) The first tip is PRACTICE. Take an hour one day this week and head to the lanes.  Your game will improve if you have a knowledgeable bowler to watch you throw a few frames and help you recognize the weaker points in your approach and delivery of the ball.  If you throw a bad ball, they can see what you did wrong, and you can work on correcting the problem. When you are made aware of a dip in your shoulder, the angle of your hand upon release of the ball or a problem in the timing of your delivery, you will consciously try to 'not' make the same mistakes. Be aware of your motions, stop at the foul line and think about your finishing position. Did you follow through the shot? Are your shoulders square to the lane? Did your feet finish too close or too far from the foul line? Minor adjustments to your body position can mean the world of difference to your game.  Try it out and see for yourself.  Good Luck!