Add Some Good, Old Fashioned Determination Back Into Your Game

By: bowlingball.com, Originally Posted: 12/12/15;  Updated: 12/16/20

As a top tier player, you are likely to lose your competitive edge from time to time.

If you find yourself a bit stale with your game, start by finding the energy to boost your interest level and then add some good, old fashioned determination back into your game.

Every talented player gets stuck in a rut from time to time and usually it is determination to perform well again that motivates these players to work at improvement.

If this is happening to your game, you can reduce the wait time getting back in the groove with a renewed passion for the game.

Here are a few specifics to help you move in the right direction:

*Review your strike alignment system.

*Double check your walking lines and the pace of your steps.

*Zoom in on your sighting target with commitment and sheer focus.

*Trust your proven adjustments when the lanes change causing you to miss the pocket.

*Avoid carelessness when shooting spares.

*Keep your bowling ball equipment surfaces refreshed and/or refinished and ready for use next time you bowl.

Success is a pivotal tool in reviving your enthusiasm for the game; it is surprising how quickly you will regain interest in your game when you find yourself hitting the pocket consistently and reducing your open frame count.

By paying attention to the little details of the game can help you trigger renewed enthusiasm for competition.

It begins with determination to return to top form and then doing the work to get back to a top level of performance.



Keep your plan a simple one.

Line up correctly, make one good shot at a time, use your experience in making proper adjustments as lane conditions transition, check your bowling ball surfaces for proper texture, and make a fierce commitment to converting spares. When all else fails, don't forget to just simply breathe.... Take a few deep breaths. It helps.

You can restore and preserve your game just from the sheer power of determination.

Once you find success on the lanes again, perhaps you will learn to enjoy the game more than ever.