The Statement Hybrid uses the same asymmetrical Statement core design as the previous two Statement releases, the Statement Solid and the Statement Pearl. This third Statement ball uses the Aggression Hybrid CFI coverstock, which is the same cover used on... [Read More]
The Statement Pearl is one of two new balls—along with the Statement Solid—in a dual release for Hammer's high performance line. The Aggression Pearl CFI coverstock makes its second appearance at this price point, as it was previously used on... [Read More]
Hammer's new Statement Solid uses the same asymmetrical weight block as the Statement Pearl. This new design provides an RG of 2.47", a total differential of 0.054", and an intermediate differential of 0.015". The coverstock is Aggression Solid CFI—the same... [Read More]
Ask any coach to describe a top athlete they had the privilege to work with, and many of the same words will often appear: talented, hard-working, skilled, coachable. On the surface, these words all carry a specific meaning, but when... [Read More]
About the Book Title: Ninety Percent Mental Author: Bob Tewksbury Length: 256 pages (paperback) Publisher: Hachette Go Copyright Year: 2020 In Ninety Percent Mental, author Bob Tewksbury shares his insights into the mental side of baseball, particularly from a pitcher's perspective.... [Read More]
The final chapter of this Bowling Trinity series covers the mental skill set that bowlers need to succeed. More than anything, the mental game is what separates champions from also-rans. It also happens to be the area that has evolved... [Read More]
In the first two parts of my Basics of Improving Your Bowling Game series, we looked at both the tactical elements of bowling and the physical game. In this month's final installment, we'll look at the mental game, covering three... [Read More]
Bowling is a business like any other. While we in the Bowling This Month family immerse ourselves in the skills and knowledge that are key to better bowling, at times it is equally important to open our eyes to the... [Read More]
The Black Widow Pink is the latest addition to Hammer's Black Widow series, joining the Black/Gold, Gold, and Urethane among their current Black Widow offerings. This new release uses the same asymmetrical Gas Mask core shape as previous Widows, but... [Read More]
The way we talk to ourselves--even in our heads--can influence our current and future bowling performances. Here are some simple tips for helping you improve your self-talk on the lanes: Avoid using the word "should" (i.e. "I should have known... [Read More]