Expert: - 5/19/2008

Question
I have been bowling for about 4 years now.  I went to a Tropical Storm this past year (love it) and raised my average about 15 pins to 163.  I was considering getting a new ball and am not sure what would work for me.  I am a 37 year old female with small hands and use a conventional grip.  I bowl around 14-15 mph and my ball moves down the right side and hooks into the pocket.  I was considering the Black Widow Pearl with a conventional grip.  Do you think this would work for me or do you have any other ideas.  I'm open to suggestions.  I bowl on three leagues in the fall and am always looking to improve my game.  Thank you.

Answer
Lisa,
What do you want a new ball to do? Do you need more hook? You love the Storm ball, what does it do that works so well? A stronger ball will want to hook more and/or earlier, is that what you're looking for?

What weight ball do you throw? Do you play straight down the lane or swing the ball? Is your average a reflection of a solid spare game or possibly a combination of strikes and opens/splits?

Thanks for the questions. Let's get some additional information and please share your ideal benefits from a new ball investment. Look forward to hearing back. good luck and good bowling.