Above 180 http://above180.com Sun, 19 May 2013 22:06:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 The Above 180 Podcast is a bowling podcast designed to help you improve your bowling game. Co-hosts Tim Burg and Joey Cerar cover a wide variety of topics, including coaching tips, finding the proper pro shop, equipment layouts, and all the latest ball reviews. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg clean Joey Cerar and Tim Burg above180@gmail.com above180@gmail.com (Joey Cerar and Tim Burg) Taking Your Bowling Game to the Next Level bowling, pba, bowling coaching, bowling pro shop, womens bowling, bowling shoes, bowling centers, bowling alleys Above 180 http://above180.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://above180.com Coaching Tips and Bowl U With Rick Benoit http://above180.com/coaching-tips-and-bowl-u-with-rick-benoit http://above180.com/coaching-tips-and-bowl-u-with-rick-benoit#comments Sun, 19 May 2013 22:06:11 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4906 We continue our chat with Rick Benoit this week.  Rick joins us to discuss what to expect if you attend a Bowl U, and a few tips to help bowlers repeat shots.  Rick also talks about why bowlers need to commit to a strategy when playing that lanes, and how to read when a lane is breaking down.  We also talk about misconceptions a lot of bowlers have, along with why bowlers need to pay attention from the pins back to you.   Also make sure you catch listen to our first interview with Rick by clicking here, and follow them on Twitter here.
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]]> http://above180.com/coaching-tips-and-bowl-u-with-rick-benoit/feed 0 We continue our chat with Rick Benoit this week.  Rick joins us to discuss what to expect if you attend a Bowl U, and a few tips to help bowlers repeat shots.  Rick also talks about why bowlers need to commit to a strategy when playing that lanes, (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/bowlulogocircle150-160x120.png)We continue our chat with Rick Benoit this week.  Rick joins us to discuss what to expect if you attend a Bowl U (http://www.bowlu.com/2012/index.php), and a few tips to help bowlers repeat shots.  Rick also talks about why bowlers need to commit to a strategy when playing that lanes, and how to read when a lane is breaking down.  We also talk about misconceptions a lot of bowlers have, along with why bowlers need to pay attention from the pins back to you.   Also make sure you catch listen to our first interview with Rick by clicking here (http://above180.com/rick-benoit-on-bowl-u-improving-bowling), and follow them on Twitter here (https://twitter.com/BowlU).   Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 26:42 Rick Benoit On Bowl U & Improving Bowling http://above180.com/rick-benoit-on-bowl-u-improving-bowling http://above180.com/rick-benoit-on-bowl-u-improving-bowling#comments Sat, 11 May 2013 14:10:39 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4901 The president of Bowl U Rick Benoit joins us to his thoughts on bowling, and his vision for Bowl U.  Rick shares his opinion on how to improve our sport, and where we need to focus our energy.  Rick also takes to task the term “sport shot”, and why it is not good for bowling.  Check out Bowl U here, and follow them on Twitter here.  In part two of our interview with Rick we focus on coaching, and what to expect at Bowl U.

 

]]> http://above180.com/rick-benoit-on-bowl-u-improving-bowling/feed 5 The president of Bowl U Rick Benoit joins us to his thoughts on bowling, and his vision for Bowl U.  Rick shares his opinion on how to improve our sport, and where we need to focus our energy.  Rick also takes to task the term "sport shot", (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/0ebd42363b-134x120.jpg)The president of Bowl U Rick Benoit joins us to his thoughts on bowling, and his vision for Bowl U.  Rick shares his opinion on how to improve our sport, and where we need to focus our energy.  Rick also takes to task the term "sport shot", and why it is not good for bowling.  Check out Bowl U here (http://www.bowlu.com/2012/index.php), and follow them on Twitter here (https://twitter.com/BowlU).  In part two of our interview with Rick we focus on coaching, and what to expect at Bowl U.   Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 28:14 05-07-13 BTM and 123 Update http://above180.com/05-07-13-btm-and-123-update http://above180.com/05-07-13-btm-and-123-update#comments Thu, 09 May 2013 01:41:05 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4891 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/05-07-13-btm-and-123-update/feed 0 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Bowling_Center_Lanes-160x120.jpg)Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 2:30 Mike Jasnau’s Keys To The USBC Open http://above180.com/mike-jasnaus-keys-to-the-usbc-open http://above180.com/mike-jasnaus-keys-to-the-usbc-open#comments Mon, 06 May 2013 15:28:49 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4886 This week we catch up with Mike Jasnau to discuss how he would attack the USBC Open pattern.  Mike talks about why it is key for 10 bowlers to play the lanes correctly to score well this year in Reno.  Make sure you check out Mike in Reno at Lane 81.  We also discuss a few pieces Mike feels will work well this year, and the layouts you need to score.  Make sure you check out the rest of our interviews on the USBC Open.

]]> http://above180.com/mike-jasnaus-keys-to-the-usbc-open/feed 0 This week we catch up with Mike Jasnau to discuss how he would attack the USBC Open pattern.  Mike talks about why it is key for 10 bowlers to play the lanes correctly to score well this year in Reno.  Make sure you check out Mike in Reno at Lane 81. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/mike-j-160x120.jpg)This week we catch up with Mike Jasnau (http://www.stormbowling.com/news/2013/01/3988) to discuss how he would attack the USBC Open pattern.  Mike talks about why it is key for 10 bowlers to play the lanes correctly to score well this year in Reno.  Make sure you check out Mike in Reno at Lane 81.  We also discuss a few pieces Mike feels will work well this year, and the layouts you need to score.  Make sure you check out the rest of our interviews (http://above180.com/category/2013-usbc-open) on the USBC Open. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 26:01 04-30-13 BTM/123 Update http://above180.com/04-30-13-btm123-update http://above180.com/04-30-13-btm123-update#comments Thu, 02 May 2013 16:41:02 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4882 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/04-30-13-btm123-update/feed 0 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/btm-150x112.jpg)Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 3:55 A Unique Way to Approach League Play http://above180.com/a-unique-way-to-approach-league-play http://above180.com/a-unique-way-to-approach-league-play#comments Sun, 28 Apr 2013 00:27:08 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4875 This week we chat with six-time PBA champion Chris Warren.  Chris is the manager of the Chris Warren Pro Shop at Caveman Bowl in Grants Pass Oregon.  Joe and Chris begin the show with a rather lively debate on mass bias, and we continue onto layouts that will work at the USBC Open this year.  Chris also shares his thoughts on how bowlers should approach league play, and why he has two different arsenals.  We end by finding out how Chris is able generate so much power.

]]> http://above180.com/a-unique-way-to-approach-league-play/feed 0 This week we chat with six-time PBA champion Chris Warren.  Chris is the manager of the Chris Warren Pro Shop at Caveman Bowl in Grants Pass Oregon.  Joe and Chris begin the show with a rather lively debate on mass bias, (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/CroucherChris-Warren-160x120.jpg)This week we chat with six-time PBA champion Chris Warren (http://www.pba.com/Bowlers/Bowler/8721).  Chris is the manager of the Chris Warren Pro Shop at Caveman Bowl (http://www.cavemanbowl.com/facility.php?Chris-Warren-2) in Grants Pass Oregon.  Joe and Chris begin the show with a rather lively debate on mass bias, and we continue onto layouts that will work at the USBC Open this year.  Chris also shares his thoughts on how bowlers should approach league play, and why he has two different arsenals.  We end by finding out how Chris is able generate so much power. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 35:42 BTM and 123 Update April 22 2013 http://above180.com/btm-and-123-update-april-22-2013 http://above180.com/btm-and-123-update-april-22-2013#comments Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:16:41 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4868 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/btm-and-123-update-april-22-2013/feed 0 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/46318268-160x120.jpg)Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 3:54 Bryan OKeefe On How To Attack The USBC Open http://above180.com/bryan-okeefe-on-how-to-attack-the-usbc-open http://above180.com/bryan-okeefe-on-how-to-attack-the-usbc-open#comments Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:00:38 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4862 This week I chatted with Bryan OKeefe about his teams USBC Open performance, and why they attacked the lanes the way they did.  Bryan talks about the main issue people on his companion team had with Matt McNiel’s commentary during the live stream.  In case you missed our interviews with Matt check them out here.  Bryan shares his thoughts on practicing on the pattern at the IRTC, and then actually bowling on it.  We also hear what equipment Bryan used for all the events, and how his crew went about playing the lanes doubles and singles.

]]> http://above180.com/bryan-okeefe-on-how-to-attack-the-usbc-open/feed 4 This week I chatted with Bryan OKeefe about his teams USBC Open performance, and why they attacked the lanes the way they did.  Bryan talks about the main issue people on his companion team had with Matt McNiel's commentary during the live stream. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Bryan-OKeefe-160x120.jpg)This week I chatted with Bryan OKeefe (http://www.bowl.com/ITRC/ITRC_Home/Coaching_Staff/) about his teams USBC Open performance, and why they attacked the lanes the way they did.  Bryan talks about the main issue people on his companion team had with Matt McNiel's commentary during the live stream.  In case you missed our interviews with Matt check them out here (http://above180.com/category/2013-usbc-open).  Bryan shares his thoughts on practicing on the pattern at the IRTC, and then actually bowling on it.  We also hear what equipment Bryan used for all the events, and how his crew went about playing the lanes doubles and singles. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 24:19 04-15-13 BTM and 123 Update http://above180.com/04-15-13-btm-and-123-update http://above180.com/04-15-13-btm-and-123-update#comments Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:54:28 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4857 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/04-15-13-btm-and-123-update/feed 0 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/btm-150x112.jpg)Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no Are You Mentally Prepared To Bowl? http://above180.com/are-you-mentally-prepared-to-bowl http://above180.com/are-you-mentally-prepared-to-bowl#comments Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:37:59 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4850 This week we finish our chat Matt McNiel, Matt is in Reno working at the Showcase Lanes.  Matt talks about how he prepares mentally for tournaments.  We also ask Matt to predict what he believes will win this year, and how he will attack the lanes with his Linds Lakers teammates.  Matt talks about why the huge number put up by Lodge Lanes Too will mentally take 90% of the teams that head to Reno out of their game.

]]> http://above180.com/are-you-mentally-prepared-to-bowl/feed 0 This week we finish our chat Matt McNiel, Matt is in Reno working at the Showcase Lanes.  Matt talks about how he prepares mentally for tournaments.  We also ask Matt to predict what he believes will win this year, (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/matt-m2-160x120.jpg)This week we finish our chat Matt McNiel, Matt is in Reno working at the Showcase Lanes (http://bowl.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?id=12884907008).  Matt talks about how he prepares mentally for tournaments.  We also ask Matt to predict what he believes will win this year, and how he will attack the lanes with his Linds Lakers teammates.  Matt talks about why the huge number put up by Lodge Lanes Too will mentally take 90% of the teams that head to Reno out of their game. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 20:22 Matt McNiel On How To Attack the USBC Open http://above180.com/matt-mcniel-on-how-to-attack-the-usbc-open http://above180.com/matt-mcniel-on-how-to-attack-the-usbc-open#comments Sat, 06 Apr 2013 22:15:41 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4842 This week we chat with Matt McNiel about his work in Reno at the Showcase Lanes.  Matt talks about what you can expect if you sign up for a coaching session, and what he has been seeing on the lanes so far.  Matt speaks very candid about what he tells bowlers, and how he does his best to help everyone get lined up.  Matt also shares his thoughts on the best place to play the lanes for both team and doubles and singles, and why having the right surface is key this year.  We also discuss why in his opinion  Nicholas J’s Pro Shop 2 not all playing the lanes together cost them in game three.

]]> http://above180.com/matt-mcniel-on-how-to-attack-the-usbc-open/feed 0 This week we chat with Matt McNiel about his work in Reno at the Showcase Lanes.  Matt talks about what you can expect if you sign up for a coaching session, and what he has been seeing on the lanes so far. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/banner_1335795108_287230-160x120.png)This week we chat with Matt McNiel about his work in Reno at the Showcase Lanes (http://bowl.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?id=12884907008).  Matt talks about what you can expect if you sign up for a coaching session, and what he has been seeing on the lanes so far.  Matt speaks very candid about what he tells bowlers, and how he does his best to help everyone get lined up.  Matt also shares his thoughts on the best place to play the lanes for both team and doubles and singles, and why having the right surface is key this year.  We also discuss why in his opinion  Nicholas J's Pro Shop 2 (http://bowl.com/news/newsdetails.aspx?id=12884907417)not all playing the lanes together cost them in game three. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 25:09 04-01-13 BTM and 123 Update http://above180.com/04-01-13-btm-and-123-update http://above180.com/04-01-13-btm-and-123-update#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:29:02 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4835 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/04-01-13-btm-and-123-update/feed 0 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/btm-150x112.jpg)Joining us with a BTM and 123 update is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 4:12 Mo Pinel On The USBC Open & Radical Bowling Technologies http://above180.com/mo-pinel-on-the-usbc-open-radical-bowling-technologies http://above180.com/mo-pinel-on-the-usbc-open-radical-bowling-technologies#comments Sun, 31 Mar 2013 16:02:31 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4832 This week we chat with Mo Pinel to get his take on the USBC Open pattern, and some discuss his new position with Brunswick.  Mo begins by talking about some of the new pieces on the market by Radical including the Yeti.  Mo then shares his thoughts on how to attack both USBC Open patterns, pay special attention to what Mo has to say about playing the track area for doubles and singles.  Be sure to like Above 180.com  on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter @above180.

]]> http://above180.com/mo-pinel-on-the-usbc-open-radical-bowling-technologies/feed 2 This week we chat with Mo Pinel to get his take on the USBC Open pattern, and some discuss his new position with Brunswick.  Mo begins by talking about some of the new pieces on the market by Radical including the Yeti. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/mo-pinel-12-120x150.jpg)This week we chat with Mo Pinel to get his take on the USBC Open pattern, and some discuss his new position (http://www.bowlwithbrunswick.com/news/article/brunswick-adds-mo-pinel-to-the-radical-bowling-technologies-team/) with Brunswick.  Mo begins by talking about some of the new pieces on the market by Radical (http://www.radicalbowling.com/Radical/index.php)including the Yeti.  Mo then shares his thoughts on how to attack both USBC Open patterns, pay special attention to what Mo has to say about playing the track area for doubles and singles.  Be sure to like Above 180.com  on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Taking-Your-Bowling-Game-to-the-Next-Level/101901086554829), and follow us on Twitter @above180. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 24:39 Bowler X.com Masters Winner Matthew O’Grady http://above180.com/bowler-x-com-masters-winner-matthew-ogrady http://above180.com/bowler-x-com-masters-winner-matthew-ogrady#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2013 23:29:17 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4824 I had a chance to catch up with Bower X.com Masters Tournament winner Matt O’Grady.  Matt talks about his big win,and bowling on the WTBA patterns.  Click here for the tournament results.  We also discuss a coaching clinic Matt, Anthony Pepe, and Rusty Thomsen are putting on in May.

]]> http://above180.com/bowler-x-com-masters-winner-matthew-ogrady/feed 1 I had a chance to catch up with Bower X.com Masters Tournament winner Matt O'Grady.  Matt talks about his big win,and bowling on the WTBA patterns.  Click here for the tournament results.  We also discuss a coaching clinic Matt, Anthony Pepe, (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/535684_485295574852876_1794694791_n1-160x120.jpg)I had a chance to catch up with Bower X.com Masters Tournament winner Matt O'Grady.  Matt talks about his big win,and bowling on the WTBA patterns.  Click here (http://www.bowlerx.net/results.htm) for the tournament results.  We also discuss a coaching clinic Matt, Anthony Pepe, and Rusty Thomsen are putting on in May. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 10:27 03-25-13 BTM and 123 Update http://above180.com/03-25-13-btm-and-123-update http://above180.com/03-25-13-btm-and-123-update#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:42:06 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4820 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update of the year is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/03-25-13-btm-and-123-update/feed 0 Joining us with a BTM and 123 update of the year is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/btm-150x112.jpg)Joining us with a BTM and 123 update of the year is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 3:08 USBC Advice & Coaching Tips From Del Warren http://above180.com/usbc-advice-coaching-tips-from-del-warren http://above180.com/usbc-advice-coaching-tips-from-del-warren#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2013 16:13:57 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4815 This week we chat with Del Warrenabout some of the things bowlers overlook that they need to do to improve their game.  Del is the Vice President of Kegel Training Center, Head Coach of Webber Men’s Bowling, and  aUSBC Gold Level Coach.  Del also shares why he feels some bowlers need to simply their game, including the number of balls they have in their arsenal.  Finally we discuss Kegel Ice , and what bowlers need to expect when they head to Reno.  Del also talks about his team will attack the lanes at the USBC Open, and where most bowlers need to be for team event, and doubles and singles.

]]> http://above180.com/usbc-advice-coaching-tips-from-del-warren/feed 0 This week we chat with Del Warrenabout some of the things bowlers overlook that they need to do to improve their game.  Del is the Vice President of Kegel Training Center, Head Coach of Webber Men's Bowling, and  aUSBC Gold Level Coach. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/del-05-160x120.jpg)This week we chat with Del Warren (http://kegeltrainingcenter.com/v2/foBiography.aspx?iKodYazar=9)about some of the things bowlers overlook that they need to do to improve their game.  Del is the Vice President of Kegel Training Center (http://kegeltrainingcenter.com/v2/default.aspx), Head Coach of Webber Men's Bowling, and  aUSBC Gold Level Coach.  Del also shares why he feels some bowlers need to simply their game, including the number of balls they have in their arsenal.  Finally we discuss Kegel Ice (http://www.kegel.net/v3/ContentModelC.aspx?ID=85), and what bowlers need to expect when they head to Reno.  Del also talks about his team will attack the lanes at the USBC Open, and where most bowlers need to be for team event, and doubles and singles. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 22:36 03-19-13 PJBT Update http://above180.com/03-19-13-pjbt-update http://above180.com/03-19-13-pjbt-update#comments Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:43:55 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4807 Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website.

]]> http://above180.com/03-19-13-pjbt-update/feed 0 Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pjbt2-150x58.jpg)Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website (http://www.pjbtbowlingseries.com/). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 11:55 03-19-13 BTM Update http://above180.com/03-19-13-btm-update http://above180.com/03-19-13-btm-update#comments Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:29:51 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4804 Joining us with his first BTM and 123 update of the year is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website.

]]> http://above180.com/03-19-13-btm-update/feed 0 Joining us with his first BTM and 123 update of the year is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/btm-150x112.jpg)Joining us with his first BTM and 123 update of the year is tournament director Rick Ramsey.  For more information on the tournament do check out the Bowling This Month website (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 3:58 Tips On How To Have a Successful Tournament http://above180.com/tips-on-how-to-have-a-successful-tournament http://above180.com/tips-on-how-to-have-a-successful-tournament#comments Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:55:44 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4796

The Bowler X staff, including owners Lee(second from the left) and Krista Sandt.

Joining me this week with some tips on how to attack tournament conditions you may be bowling soon is Lee Sandt, owner of Bowler X Pro Shop.  We discuss Bowler X’s involvement with The Dutchman, and why it is a great tournament to bowl.  If you are looking for a new piece do check out the ball reviews on Above180.com. Bowler X is also still looking for additions to their adult and junior staff, click here for more information.

]]> http://above180.com/tips-on-how-to-have-a-successful-tournament/feed 0 Joining me this week with some tips on how to attack tournament conditions you may be bowling soon is Lee Sandt, owner of Bowler X Pro Shop.  We discuss Bowler X's involvement with The Dutchman, and why it is a great tournament to bowl. Joining me this week with some tips on how to attack tournament conditions you may be bowling soon is Lee Sandt, owner of Bowler X Pro Shop (http://www.bowlerx.com/main.sc).  We discuss Bowler X's involvement with The Dutchman (http://dutchmantourney.com/), and why it is a great tournament to bowl.  If you are looking for a new piece do check out the ball reviews on Above180.com (http://above180.com/). Bowler X is also still looking for additions to their adult and junior staff, click here (http://www.bowlerx.net/staffapps.htm) for more information. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 22:06 Exclusive Interview with Andrew Cain http://above180.com/exclusive-interview-with-andrew-cain http://above180.com/exclusive-interview-with-andrew-cain#comments Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:04:04 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4789 This week we chat with USBC President Andrew Cain.  We discuss some of the things that can be done to help bowling unite for the good of the game.  Andrew talks about some of things the USBC is working on to move our game forward.  We discuss what can be done to improve sport bowling and the role the PBA plays the popularity of bowling.  We end with how coaching plays a vital role in encouraging bowlers to stay in the sport, to find a coach in your area check out this link.

]]> http://above180.com/exclusive-interview-with-andrew-cain/feed 1 This week we chat with USBC President Andrew Cain.  We discuss some of the things that can be done to help bowling unite for the good of the game.  Andrew talks about some of things the USBC is working on to move our game forward. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Cainmug-160x120.jpg)This week we chat with USBC President Andrew Cain (http://www.bowl.com/About/About_USBC/Board_of_Directors/Andrew_Cain/).  We discuss some of the things that can be done to help bowling unite for the good of the game.  Andrew talks about some of things the USBC (http://www.bowl.com/)is working on to move our game forward.  We discuss what can be done to improve sport bowling and the role the PBA (http://www.pba.com/) plays the popularity of bowling.  We end with how coaching plays a vital role in encouraging bowlers to stay in the sport, to find a coach in your area check out this link (http://membership.bowl.com/USBCsearch/SearchCoachesMain.jsp). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 20:16 2013 USBC Open Oil Pattern Discussion http://above180.com/2013-usbc-open-oil-pattern-discussion http://above180.com/2013-usbc-open-oil-pattern-discussion#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:03:06 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4777 USBC Tournament Manager Eric Pierson joins us to discuss his thoughts on how the USBC Open pattern pattern.  Eric goes into great detail as to what they were hoping to accomplish this year with two separate patterns.   We also talk about the new Kegel oil being used, and the best way for local centers to mimic the patterns this year.  Eric discusses what best to do when the lanes break down, and why a 2 and 1 move might not be your best option.

 

 

]]> http://above180.com/2013-usbc-open-oil-pattern-discussion/feed 0 USBC Tournament Manager Eric Pierson joins us to discuss his thoughts on how the USBC Open pattern pattern.  Eric goes into great detail as to what they were hoping to accomplish this year with two separate patterns. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/2013_Open_Championships_Logo-160x120.jpg)USBC Tournament Manager Eric Pierson joins us to discuss his thoughts on how the USBC Open pattern pattern.  Eric goes into great detail as to what they were hoping to accomplish this year with two separate patterns.   We also talk about the new Kegel oil being used, and the best way for local centers to mimic the patterns this year.  Eric discusses what best to do when the lanes break down, and why a 2 and 1 move might not be your best option.     Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 16:38 USBC Open Tips From Mike Shady http://above180.com/usbc-open-tips-from-mike-shady http://above180.com/usbc-open-tips-from-mike-shady#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:00:53 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4766 Ebonite Pro Staff member Mike Shady joined us this week with some tips on how to be successful at the USBC Open.  Mike talks about his ball layouts and his preferred layouts, and why he is a big fan that fresh oil for team and Doubles/Singles.  Mike talks about why having a good captain is key when it comes the USBC Open, and why sticking with the same group is vital.  Also check out our interview last month with Mike which deals more with coaching, and  Check out Mike’s Peak Performance Bowling website here.

]]> http://above180.com/usbc-open-tips-from-mike-shady/feed 0 Ebonite Pro Staff member Mike Shady joined us this week with some tips on how to be successful at the USBC Open.  Mike talks about his ball layouts and his preferred layouts, and why he is a big fan that fresh oil for team and Doubles/Singles. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/10-Q2-Shady-160x120.jpg)Ebonite Pro Staff member Mike Shady joined us this week with some tips on how to be successful at the USBC Open.  Mike talks about his ball layouts and his preferred layouts, and why he is a big fan that fresh oil for team and Doubles/Singles.  Mike talks about why having a good captain is key when it comes the USBC Open, and why sticking with the same group is vital.  Also check out our interview (http://above180.com/coaching-tips-from-a-usbc-open-champion) last month with Mike which deals more with coaching, and  Check out Mike’s Peak Performance Bowling website here (http://www.ppbowling.com/index.html). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 18:35 03-03-13 PJBT Update http://above180.com/03-03-13-pjbt-update http://above180.com/03-03-13-pjbt-update#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2013 03:03:42 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4763 Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website.

]]> http://above180.com/03-03-13-pjbt-update/feed 0 Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pjbt2-150x58.jpg)Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website (http://www.pjbtbowlingseries.com/). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 5:54 Belmo Fresh Off His USBC Masters Win http://above180.com/belmo-fresh-off-his-usbc-masters-win http://above180.com/belmo-fresh-off-his-usbc-masters-win#comments Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:31:30 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4735 Today I had a chance to catch up with 2013 USBC Open Champion Jason Belmonte.  Jason joins us to discuss his thoughts the day after his win.  Jason talks about his mindset in the final match against Wes, and during qualifying. Jason talks about why he chose to throw the Storm Lucid on TV, and which Storm pieces gave him the best look all week.  Make sure you check out Jason’s website here.

]]> http://above180.com/belmo-fresh-off-his-usbc-masters-win/feed 0 Today I had a chance to catch up with 2013 USBC Open Champion Jason Belmonte.  Jason joins us to discuss his thoughts the day after his win.  Jason talks about his mindset in the final match against Wes, and during qualifying. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/belmo-160x120.jpg)Today I had a chance to catch up with 2013 USBC Open Champion Jason Belmonte.  Jason joins us to discuss his thoughts the day after his win.  Jason talks about his mindset in the final match against Wes, and during qualifying. Jason talks about why he chose to throw the Storm Lucid (http://www.stormbowling.com/products/balls/lucid)on TV, and which Storm (http://www.stormbowling.com/) pieces gave him the best look all week.  Make sure you check out Jason's website here (http://www.jasonbelmonte.com/). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 14:45 Ready To Roll In Reno http://above180.com/ready-to-roll-in-reno http://above180.com/ready-to-roll-in-reno#comments Sat, 23 Feb 2013 15:48:16 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4708 Today we chat with USBC Open Manger Duane Hagen.  Duane joins us to discuss some of the changes regarding the Bowlers Journal tournament, and a few of the changes if you are bowling the USBC Open.  As we have done in the past we will chat more in depth regarding the pattern with Eric Pierson, but Duane does break a bit of news regarding the length of the doubles and singles pattern this year.  Has their been any thought to switching to a four person team?  We ask Duane.

 

]]> http://above180.com/ready-to-roll-in-reno/feed 1 Today we chat with USBC Open Manger Duane Hagen.  Duane joins us to discuss some of the changes regarding the Bowlers Journal tournament, and a few of the changes if you are bowling the USBC Open.  As we have done in the past we will chat more in depth... (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/90156887-160x120.jpg)Today we chat with USBC Open Manger Duane Hagen.  Duane joins us to discuss some of the changes regarding the Bowlers Journal tournament, and a few of the changes if you are bowling the USBC Open.  As we have done in the past we will chat more in depth regarding the pattern with Eric Pierson, but Duane does break a bit of news regarding the length of the doubles and singles pattern this year.  Has their been any thought to switching to a four person team?  We ask Duane.   Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 13:42 The Bowlers Journal and Eldorado Casino, A Reno Tradition http://above180.com/the-bowlers-journal-and-eldorado-casino-a-reno-tradition http://above180.com/the-bowlers-journal-and-eldorado-casino-a-reno-tradition#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2013 19:31:52 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4700 NOTE:  Since we recorded this podcast Mr. Strum has resigned, and is no longer with the Tri-Properties, for more details please check out the 11th Frame piece by Jeff Richgels.

We begin our lead up to USBC Open Championship, by talking with Jim Strum.  Jim is the Executive Director of Bowling Operations at the Eldorado, Circus Circus, and Silver Legacy casinos.  We discuss the benefits of staying at the tri-properties, and a few of the new added benefits you can expect if staying at the Eldorado and bowling the Bowlers Journal tournament.  Jim also talks about why getting bowlers to join league is going to be a team effort.

]]> http://above180.com/the-bowlers-journal-and-eldorado-casino-a-reno-tradition/feed 0 NOTE:  Since we recorded this podcast Mr. Strum has resigned, and is no longer with the Tri-Properties, for more details please check out the 11th Frame piece by Jeff Richgels. - We begin our lead up to USBC Open Championship, by talking with Jim Strum. N(http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/reno-150x110.jpg)OTE:  Since we recorded this podcast Mr. Strum has resigned, and is no longer with the Tri-Properties, for more details please check out the 11th Frame piece (http://www.11thframe.com/page/blog_id_5688)by Jeff Richgels. We begin our lead up to USBC Open Championship, by talking with Jim Strum.  Jim is the Executive Director of Bowling Operations at the Eldorado, Circus Circus, and Silver Legacy casinos.  We discuss the benefits of staying at the tri-properties, and a few of the new added benefits you can expect if staying at the Eldorado and bowling the Bowlers Journal tournament.  Jim also talks about why getting bowlers to join league is going to be a team effort. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 21:14 Bowling For Bologna http://above180.com/bowling-for-bologna http://above180.com/bowling-for-bologna#comments Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:40:41 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4684 This week we chat with Amy Eiserman.  Amy is the tournament director for the Dutchman Bolony Bowling Tourney.  We chat with Amy about the history of the tournament, and what makes it unique.  We go over the basics of the tournament,  and all the different ways you can cash.  Also NEW this year Above 180.com added $2,000 to the prize fund for the high individual scratch series for the weekend at each center.   Also we will be doing updates over the course of the tournament.

Payouts are as follows:

$125 May 11,12, May 25, 26, June 15, 16

$100 March 16,17 $100 March 23,24 $100 April 6,7, July 6,7

$75 April 13,14, April 20,21, April 27,28

]]> http://above180.com/bowling-for-bologna/feed 0 This week we chat with Amy Eiserman.  Amy is the tournament director for the Dutchman Bolony Bowling Tourney.  We chat with Amy about the history of the tournament, and what makes it unique.  We go over the basics of the tournament, (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/75-160x120.jpg)This week we chat with Amy Eiserman.  Amy is the tournament director for the Dutchman Bolony Bowling Tourney (http://dutchmantourney.com/).  We chat with Amy about the history of the tournament, and what makes it unique.  We go over the basics of the tournament,  and all the different ways you can cash.  Also NEW this year Above 180.com added $2,000 to the prize fund for the high individual scratch series for the weekend at each center.   Also we will be doing updates over the course of the tournament. Payouts are as follows: $125 May 11,12, May 25, 26, June 15, 16 $100 March 16,17 $100 March 23,24 $100 April 6,7, July 6,7 $75 April 13,14, April 20,21, April 27,28 Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 15:36 02-12-13 PJBT Update http://above180.com/02-12-13-pjbt-update http://above180.com/02-12-13-pjbt-update#comments Thu, 14 Feb 2013 14:33:04 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4679 Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website.

]]> http://above180.com/02-12-13-pjbt-update/feed 0 Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/pjbt2-150x58.jpg)Matt Himmelreich of the PA Junior Bowlers Tournament joined us with an update on the results of the tournaments held over the past few weeks.   The PJBT happens most weekends for more information check out their website (http://www.pjbtbowlingseries.com/). Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 6:45 Side Action at While in Reno http://above180.com/side-action-at-while-in-reno http://above180.com/side-action-at-while-in-reno#comments Mon, 11 Feb 2013 03:11:44 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4658 Joining us today is Rick Ramsey, Rick is the tournament director of the BTM and 123 Tournaments. This will be Rick and his wife Gayle’s 11th year running the BTM and 123. The tournaments run in conjunction with the USBC Open, and begin February 28th. Both tournaments are being held at the Grand Sierra Lanes.  Above 180.com will again be doing weekly updates with Rick once the tournament begins.  Do us a favor and check out both side tournaments.  Be sure and tell Rick and Gayle that you heard about the tournament via the Above 180.com podcast.

]]> http://above180.com/side-action-at-while-in-reno/feed 0 Joining us today is Rick Ramsey, Rick is the tournament director of the BTM and 123 Tournaments. This will be Rick and his wife Gayle's 11th year running the BTM and 123. The tournaments run in conjunction with the USBC Open, and begin February 28th. (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/btm-150x112.jpg)Joining us today is Rick Ramsey, Rick is the tournament director of the BTM and 123 Tournaments (http://bowlingthismonth.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3&Itemid=32). This will be Rick and his wife Gayle's 11th year running the BTM and 123. The tournaments run in conjunction with the USBC Open, and begin February 28th. Both tournaments are being held at the Grand Sierra Lanes.  Above 180.com will again be doing weekly updates with Rick once the tournament begins.  Do us a favor and check out both side tournaments.  Be sure and tell Rick and Gayle that you heard about the tournament via the Above 180.com podcast. Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 14:32 Coaching Tips From A USBC Open Champion http://above180.com/coaching-tips-from-a-usbc-open-champion http://above180.com/coaching-tips-from-a-usbc-open-champion#comments Sun, 27 Jan 2013 02:41:07 +0000 admin http://above180.com/?p=4622 Ebonite Pro Staff member Mike Shady joined us this week to discuss his coaching camps.  Check out Mike’s Peak Performance Bowling website here, along with where you can sign up for a clinic.  Mike talks about the seven anchors he discusses in his camps, and briefly discusses each of of them.  Mike gives some practical advice on why your timing may be late, and what he sees in all his “late timers”.  Stay tuned as next month we will discuss the USBC Open with Mike.

 

]]> http://above180.com/coaching-tips-from-a-usbc-open-champion/feed 3 Ebonite Pro Staff member Mike Shady joined us this week to discuss his coaching camps.  Check out Mike's Peak Performance Bowling website here, along with where you can sign up for a clinic.  Mike talks about the seven anchors he discusses in his camps, (http://above180.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/shades2-160x120.jpg)Ebonite Pro Staff member Mike Shady joined us this week to discuss his coaching camps.  Check out Mike's Peak Performance Bowling website here (http://www.ppbowling.com/index.html), along with where you can sign up for a clinic.  Mike talks about the seven anchors he discusses in his camps, and briefly discusses each of of them.  Mike gives some practical advice on why your timing may be late, and what he sees in all his "late timers".  Stay tuned as next month we will discuss the USBC Open with Mike.   Joey Cerar and Tim Burg no 21:40