Question: What kind of bowling ball arsenal should I bring to Junior Gold?
Answer:
You should bring a well-balanced arsenal of at least 4 to 5 balls (5 is the max). This typically includes a strong solid reactive for heavy oil, a hybrid or pearl for medium conditions, a weaker pearl or urethane for dry lanes, and a plastic spare ball. Many top juniors also carry a benchmark ball they trust on house shots. The goal is to have the right tool for every oil pattern you might face.
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