REFLECTION on STRING PINS I spent 4 days training bowlers at a center in Belgium recently. This was the longest I had been at a center with strings. On this trip, I have trained bowlers at 2 centers with strings. What are your thoughts about string pins? Here are a view of my reflections after my recent experience. I definitely see some positives now. But, I address my biggest concern below as well. PROS (1) significantly quieter; (2) no ball returns; (3) ease of repair; (4) less use of electric

If you want to build solid bowling foundations, this simple drill is gold. String on the floor. Poles to keep alignment. Targets set at 4–6m (target is top of off, batter’s knee roll). A gate of stumps to aim through. I t’s not about running on the string — it’s about moving along the string, staying upright, and keeping alignment. This is the type of drill I get all young bowlers doing, because when the basics are right, the rest takes care of itself. 👉 What do you think of this drill? 👉 What