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by Patricia Matthews <Send E-mail to Author> - 28. Nov, 1996

Don't try and keep the ball centred during the back swing Gripping from the little finger doesn't help It's important to LOSE connection with the ball at some point Don't try and raise it like a bokken; don't throw from the centre of the head If applying kotegaeshi to the ball, remember to start off with your back to the lane Keep the back foot on the floor; keep the toes under Forget circles and go for linear techniques Don't try and slam the ball through the lane; it's distance, not airtime that you need Be aware of the edges of the lane (do you think you can get a dojo with runnels around the edge of the mat to stop ukes from spinning off?) Choose a ball that will give you a committed attack It's not neccessary to alternate sides Only do it sensei's way if it is effective (or they are watching) Concentrate on the taking the balance of the pins Finish the technique with all pins on the ground Don't let the pins back up until you have moved away It is not neccessay to bow to the ball or before stepping on to the lane (although might be worth trying if you are desperate) Keep your shoes on Sitting in seiza at the edge of the lane is not advisable Always consider if your bowling is feasible in a 'real life' situation If you lose, blame it on the previous days wrist/back/knees/shoulder injury