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The exact origin of bowling is unknown but archeologists have traced its beginnings at least back to ancient Egypt. Much later, in Germany, the trend to bowl with nine pins became popular and spread throughout Europe. European colonists brought the game to North America as both an indoor and outdoor sport. Governing agencies, however, attempted to ban indoor bowling as it became more and more associated with drinking and gambling. In the early nineteenth century, ten-pin bowling evolved as a means of circumventing a public ban of nine-pin bowling in Connecticut. Regulatory groups began the process of standardizing all aspects of the sport in the late 1800's but it still retained its reputation for being a "low life" activity. Although highly popular, it was not until women entered the sport of bowling and gained more influence that ten-pin bowling became a more respectable pastime. National organizations began to see a decline in membership after the late 1970's and in 2004 merged to form one cohesive organization – the United States Bowling Congress (USBC). USBC's primary aim is the promotion and development of the sport in the interest of all bowlers...
continue readingBowling is a fun and easy game that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age or athletic ability. It is a popular activity for families and friends, as well as a serious sport that has spawned many tournaments, leagues, and organizations. Check out the resources below to learn all about how to get started with this popular sport...
continue readingBowling is a popular sport that has been around for centuries. It's a great way to have fun with friends and family, and it's also a competitive sport for those looking for a challenge. But with so many different types of bowling balls on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for you. That's where our quiz comes in! Take our quiz to find out what bowling ball is best for you...
continue readingWhy do we bowl? Is it just for the sport? That's certainly part of it. But it's definitely about the people and the place too. Bowling is our community for so many of us. Take a trip with us to the Astoria Bowl in Astoria, Queens in this short film and you'll see what bowling means to the people that call these lanes home...
continue readingIf you bowl on medium oil and need a real high-performance hitter, boy have we got a nice option for you today! The new Brunswick Prism Warp is an excellent choice! This solid reactive ball from Brunswick really throws the pins around like shrapnel!..
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