Bowling Is Fun For Everyone
- By Ted Lane
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- 18 Aug, 2017
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Bowling games to try the next time you head to the lanes.
Bowling with friends is fun but we all have that one friend who might not be very good at bowling. If sending that friend to watch some videos on betterbowler.com isn’t working, we’ve got another idea. It’s important that everyone in your group has some fun and feels like they can win, so here’s some games to play.
Golf | Level Easy
No, we’re not sending you out to the greens. Stay inside and tell your friends that for this game, the lowest score wins. This will let everyone have a chance to win. (NOTE: If you’ve been working on your skills don’t worry about winning this round!)
Boose Bowling 101 | Level Easy
(Please Drink Responsibly)
You and your friends will take a drink based on how many pins they leave in the frame.
Mixed drinks = a sip for each pin.
Beer or wine = A second for each pin.
Via 710bowling.com
Beer Frame | Level Moderate
(Please Drink Responsibly)
This is a popular league time ritual that you can incorporate into league night. If you’re with some more skilled bowlers, this is a great addition. The goal is to “stick” the person who doesn’t get a strike in the frame and send them to the bar to buy the next round. If it’s to difficult for everyone on your lane to get a strike together then try it with strikes and spares. If there are 5 people bowling 4 of the 5 people have to get a strike or a spare to send the “out” person to the bar.
Call The Shots | Level Expert
This game is a challenge but it can be fun, even if you suck at it! Each bowler will throw their normal first ball aiming at the headpin. If the player leaves more than one pin, the other players get to tell them which pin(s) to hit. Keep score on a separate piece of paper outside of the normal score of play. If the player hits the pin(s) that were called they get 2 points. If they hit the pin(s) that they were supposed to hit but also hit pin(s) they weren’t they get 1 point. If they miss them all they get 0 points.
So you paid for the lane and you're getting ready to bowl with all your friends. Make sure YOU are the one to volunteer to type your names into the computer.
Here's another tip. Don't use your real name. Here's some bowling alias names to choose form that are good for a laugh or maybe a drink.
Girls:
1. Penny Lane
*Immediately starts humming in head*
2. Amie Dadrink ( I need a drink)
*Did someone say free drinks*
3. Ida Whana (I don’t want to)
*You make the rules*
4. Gladys Friday (Glad it’s Friday)
*For the Friday bowling squad*
5. Orla Nophin (All or nothing)
*If you follow your strikes with gutters*
Guys:
1. Al Beback (I’ll be back)
*Voice impersonation required*
2. Carmen Geddit (Come and get it)
*What happens at the lanes, stays at the lanes
3. Hugh DeMann (You da man)
*Confidence level: 10
4. Kash Muni
*Means business*
5. Allah Do Iswin
*Everybody hands go up. And they stay there.*
1. Do NOT forget the shoes you came in with.
Caption this.. guy next to us at Chili's restaurant.. notice the rental bowling shoes....#stolen #gobowling #strikeout
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via @scrapin4me
2. Stay on your feet
When you go to knock down the pins but you knock yourself down instead @hollie # bowlingfail
Via @lifeof4thespian
3. Let go of the ball.
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4. Stay behind the foul line
5. It’s all about having fun
Son found this gem in a box. Called me out on this epic fail. I've gotten better since then. LOL
Via @ladybugOTC
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6. Don’t trust cat videos
I don't think you're doing that right, but it's cute! #BowlingFail
https://twitter.com/SpareTimeTexas/status/722527836850880513
via@SpareTimeTexas
Now that you’ve got the do’s and don’ts, let’s get better! Grab your Spin ball, watch some videos, and head to the lanes!
PIZZA
A staple throughout the year. There's nothing better than the combination of bread, marinara sauce, and cheese. Whether you like it thick crust or thin crust, a few toppings or tons of toppings, extra cheese or just the normal amount-it's a delicious way to fill up while you're bowling. Go ahead and place your order, you'll be the hero among your friends. We promise.
NACHOS
MMMM....that combination of salty, crispy chips and melted, creamy cheese has our mouth watering. It's a perfect snack between frames.
FRENCH FRIES
Another classic, french fries are always delicious. They're perfect if you're really hungry because they're usually ready in just a few minutes. The right ratio of salt and ketchup per fry is truly an art form. Some people even add pepper for a challenge. Think you've mastered it?
FRESH OFF THE GRILL BURGERS AND DOGS
Nothing says summer like meat off the grill. You'll be able to find that classic grilled burger and hot dog at your local bowling center. It just smells like summer! BONUS: If you're like me and grew up in the midwest you might have some great childhood memories of eating a corn dog at the State Fair or Festivals during the summer. Some bowling centers have added corn dogs and mini corn dogs to their menus. Try it out, it might just take you back to those carefree days before school started in the fall.
PRETZELS
The classic salty snack that always hits the spot. There's nothing like the taste of a warm pretzel. There's a pretty healthy debate on whether you should eat it with mustard or cheese (TEAM CHEESE IN DA HOUSE) but whichever way you like it, it's a great way to cure those hunger pains while you knock down pins.
All these salty snack go down great with a refreshing, ice cold Pepsi or for our better bowlers over the age of 21 a satisfying Miller Genuine Draft. Let's eat!
A gathering of members in a community that come together to have some fun. Bowling allows these community members to meet new people, share a laugh, network, and enjoy a frosty beverage if the mood strikes.
New leagues are very different than they used to be. Many centers now offer shorter seasons and leagues where everyone gets their own gear upon completion of the short season. Nearly all leagues have the same set of general rules provided by the USBC , the governing body for the sport of bowling.
League bowling doesn't have to be your passion to enjoy it and you don't have to be good at it! It can simply be a night out with friends and a fun way to meet more new people in your community.
Ask your center if they have new short leagues forming and sign yourself up!
So many people out and about, rolling a few with friends, co-workers, first dates, last dates, and kids birthday parties with no easy way to just knock down a few more pins. Say goodbye to dusting the gutters and bowling without a clue. Let's face it, bowling is fun and a little gross. Disinfected rental shoes, not disinfected hard slimy bowling balls leave a bit to be desired.
That's where this site steps in!
We know bowling isn't your thing, but like everything you do, why not get better and win a side bet or two? We've eliminated the BS and cut to the chase. You'll find meaningful fun content to help you smash down more pins and enjoy a new life-long hobby.
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