Bowling

Ogemaw Heights Falcons Bowling

The Ogemaw Heights Falcons had a fantastic season with many outstanding acomplishments. The Falcons went undefeated in their Huron Shores conference. 5 bowlers made all conference team including 1 bowler that made conference MVP. The Falcons placed 3rd at regionals which qualified them for the state final competition in Muskegon. After placing first in the state qualifier, the number 1 seed team then went to the final brackets. The Falcons won both of their bracket games with ease alowing them to continue to the final match against Gladwin. The Falcons had a rough start and quickly fell behind. They fought hard the last match, but still fell short of Gladwin's high score. The Falcons took home the State Runner-up trophy and lived an experience they will never forget.



USBC Rule Change

Watch this video below where Mo Pinel, the face of Radical Bowling, talks about the new USBC rule change. He explains how it will affect customers as well as pro-shop experts.




USBC Rules

  • A new specification has been established for the oil absorption rate of bowling ball coverstocks
    • will take effect Aug. 1, 2020
  • a specification to eliminate balance holes while increasing static weight allowances also has been approved
    • No unused holes in the bowling ball
    • Eliminates the use of the 'Triangle Drill' used by 2-handed bowlers
    • The specification increases in static weights take effect Jan. 1, 2020, which will allow bowlers the opportunity to plug balance holes prior to the elimination of balance holes starting Aug. 1, 2020
  • allow only a dry towel to be used to clean bowling balls during competition
    • Already in effect