NEWS...
FOR THE 22-23 BOWLING SEASON
Effective August 1, 2022
The USBC Board has rescinded the changes made to USBC rules in 2019-2020, which were instituted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting Aug. 1, 2022, the following rule changes will be in effect:
GENERAL PLAYING RULES
Rule 18 – Bowling Ball – Altering Surface
Bowlers will no longer be allowed to use isopropyl alcohol to clean a bowling ball once competition has started.
LEAGUE RULES
Rule 113a – Series – How Bowled and Rule 113b – Order of Bowling
The use of two lanes immediately adjoining each other will again be required to be used for league competition.
TOURNAMENT RULES
Rule 320a – Two Lanes Required and Rule 320b – Order of Bowling
The use of two lanes immediately adjoining each other will again be required to be used for tournament competition.