Bowling Averages and Scores
A good bowling average ranges from 80-100 for beginners, 130-150 for intermediate players, 170-190 for league bowlers, and 200-230 for professional bowlers. The highest bowling average is 226. Anything above 220 averages is excellent. Bowl 140-170 to be considered average. Aim for 130-150 as a beginner, focusing on spares due to lack of technique. At the professional level, aim for a 230-270 average and a perfect game. The most common score is 77 with a mean of 79.7, anything above that means doing better than average.
Achieving a Score of 200+
How hard is it to bowl a 200?
Bowling a score of 200+ is challenging but achievable with practice. To bowl a 200 game, you only need two strikes during a game if you pick up all your spares, with one double in the first eleven frames. Practice your technique and form, stay relaxed and focused, aim accurately, and practice picking up spares.
How hard is it to bowl 180?
The hardest shot in bowling is the 4-6-7-9-10 split, known as a “Greek Church”. An average of 200 means you can compete with professionals.
Tips for Improvement and Equipment
To improve your bowling, aim accurately, hit the pocket, focus on consistency over power, and adjust when lanes change. The best bowling ball should weigh around 10% of your body weight, up to 160 pounds. If you weigh 200 pounds, an 8-pound ball is too light. With practice and focus on scoring patterns like getting spares and strikes, a 200 game is within reach.