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Preliminary USBC research shows string pinsetter pinfall statistically different

January 06, 2021

Preliminary USBC research shows string pinsetter pinfall statistically different

USBC has released a preliminary research report as part of a comprehensive scoring study of string pinsetters. Strike percentage is down 6.9% across all entry angles tested; multi-pin spares are up.

USBC issues final adjusted bowling ball hardness specification

USBC issues final adjusted bowling ball hardness specification

USBC has raised the minimum hardness to 73D for all models and eliminated the use of field tests to check bowling ball hardness.

USBC postpones implementation of tiered center certification

USBC postpones implementation of tiered center certification

The postponement means the inspection of centers under the new program will not begin until Jan. 1, 2023.

USBC to implement a tiered center certification program

November 25, 2019

USBC to implement a tiered center certification program

Following a recent study of the lane certification process and analyzing data, USBC will implement a tiered center certification program over the next five years. Details will be announced at the 2021 USBC Convention.

Ohio laneman receives Jim Jaryszak Award

Ohio laneman receives Jim Jaryszak Award

Randy Hart of Sandusky, Ohio, was presented the award, to recognize a person for their behind-the-scenes work as a laneman, during Bowl Expo.

Three-unit lane dressing rule is suspended by USBC Equipment Specifications Committee

Three-unit lane dressing rule is suspended by USBC Equipment Specifications Committee

The USBC Equipment Specifications Committee determined the three-unit rule, required at the time oil is applied to a lane, no longer is applicable.

USBC releases lane inspections research, extends data collection through next season

December 13, 2018

USBC releases lane inspections research, extends data collection through next season

In addition to the data received for the 2018-2019 season, USBC will gather another season of data during the lane certification process in 2019-2020.

USBC sets new specifications for bowling balls

USBC sets new specifications for bowling balls

The USBC Equipment and Specifications Committee established new specifications designed to sustain the playing field both currently and in the future.

USBC releases research study on bowling technology

February 20, 2018

USBC releases research study on bowling technology

The Bowling Technology Study is a compilation of in-depth research by the USBC Equipment Specifications and Certifications team, plus independent surveys and focus groups.

Indiana laneman selected to receive Jaryszak Award

Indiana laneman selected to receive Jaryszak Award

Bob Hileman of Portage, Indiana, received the 2017 Jim Jaryszak Laneman Award on Wednesday at Bowl Expo.

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