The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Gutterballs: Keep Your Bowling Game on the Lane
: Advanced bowlers sometimes play near the very edge of the lane (the "twig"). While psychologically challenging because it looks like the ball will fall in, developing confidence in this area can actually help you control the lane better. The Mental Game Gutterballs
Gutterballs usually stem from a few common technical errors: The Ultimate Guide to Avoiding Gutterballs: Keep Your
: A pro shop operator can help you find the perfect ball weight. A quick home test: you should be able to hold the ball in your dominant hand without feeling wobbly or straining. A quick home test: you should be able
: Instead of extreme reactions to a bad frame, pause and make minor corrections to your foot positioning or aim.
: Starting your approach from the wrong spot or aiming at the wrong target often leads to the ball drifting too far right or left.