Mr Randy, you are 100% correct in your commentary addressing the issue of the irate parent. i back your decision and i applaud your diplomacy. I subscribe to your channel and i wait with great anticipation for each episode. sir, you are doing a wonderful job with the young people and the prodigy program. I'm 53 years old, 3 grown kids and 5 grandkids, living out here in Texas. I picked up bowling two years ago, and i wish i was in your program. keep up the good work. And remember, its for the kids. Don't let a complaint destory the compassion you have for the kids.
Randy, I love how you switch it up from time to time and how you make the bowlers think outside the box. It applies not only in competitive league bowling (do I hook at the washout or do I throw straight from the opposite side, etc., depending on lane conditions) but in life as well. As a lifelong bowler, I wish something like this was around when I was a kid in YABA leagues, and as a parent, I hope my 9-month-old has something as engaging as PBT to participate in when she's old enough. BTW... Pinpoint was my favorite! The kids didn't seem to really get it at the time, but the creativity and shotmaking skills that game requires can help aspiring young bowlers enjoy a lifetime of punishing spares... as they say, strike for show and spare for dough, or something like that. Thanks again Randy, and kudos to all the outstanding competitors on all these episodes. This whole thing kicks @$$.
I am glad to see you didn't let an entitled parent spoil this for you. Also, now that I know about your apparel store, I will buy something there to help you out since the gofundme thing doesn't work for me. I've been watching my way through these shows and enjoy them a lot.
Obviously these parents have never bowled the 40 frame game. Your never going to please everyone Randy. Keep doing what you're doing. Those of us who understand the purpose of what your shows are about love what you do.
Coach Randy, first, thank you for posting. I watch all of your videos pretty much as soon as you share them. Any parent that doesn't understand what you're doing is not helping their child. Also, one of the best times you can have every year at the USBC Open Championships is to bowl the satellite game, the 40 Frame Game. There are mulligans in that one, and lots of them. Keep on keeping on coach, we appreciate what you're doing.
BrownswickBowling I second that, thanks for responding and keep making the videos I love watching these young athletes come out and compete with each other!!
Randy, I wish to commend you on the way you handled the situation of the offended parent. Very well done. I pray you have a full recovery from the flu, and may the Lord bless your efforts with the prodigy bowlers tour.
Well said Randy. This isn't the US Open or the Masters here. You are keeping the kids interested and having fun and making it interesting for them. Keep up the good work.
I listened to your whole mesage. I appreciate your time and effort and posting these videos. These bowlers are fun to watch. I hope to be in the Atlanta area sometime when you're filming.
Randy your a great youth advocate and coach! Although I don't have kids your coaching....I do like the cut throat!! It is not only a fun temporary change but also a great tool to help them think about strategy!! Great call coach! I used to give lessons years ago..maintained a 200 average...I stopped bowling right after the new AMF Angle!! 😃. And the Columbia Yellow Dot!..Only because my bones could no longer take it. I have a bone disease called Hypophosphatasia....I've been in a wheelchair since 1995 so my bowling days are over..and I miss it but I still enjoy watching!!😎😎 Match 2.Nolan could be great bowler if he could learn to straighten his swing arm and use that powerful physical body of his...love his heart you can do it Nolan! I was also really impressed with Kara! She has a great bowling approach and delivery....she could easily be really good! Lamar is a good bowler also..like to see him lift some weights for some physical strength and grip strengthening..he would also benefit with some release drills. Maybe a stronger bowling ball? Charlie is quite impressive at 14!! plus lots of revs! This young man has pro written all over him!! Randy,Thanks for coming off sick leave early...hope your feeling better..I prayed for you. You're doing such a great job with these kids!! Kids you are all awesome!!! Remember to have fun and enjoy the friendships!! Blessings!
I did some of my best bowling with a Yellow Dot. Shot my all-time high series with that ball, an 847 (278-280-289), which included 20-in-a-row, which still stands as my longest string of strikes ever. Shot my first 6 300 games with one of several Yellow Dots I owned over about a 2 or 3 year period, and two of my three (at the time) 800s (also shot pair of 803s, although my first one came with a Roto Star). I've since added two more 300s and two more 800s since I've turned 60, which I'm not so sure isn't an even better accomplishment, although I know some would argue the point given the aggressive nature of the modern ball (I won't put up too strong a debate either way). David, thank you so very much for your kind words. Bowling is worse off for not having you out on the lanes still participating, but we're lucky to have your spirit to help inspire bowlers both young and old. Never stop watching!! Thanks again. Be blessed.
I did have a chance to stop by at Brunswick Zone to check it out, but I got there to late to bowl (bad traffic) and have to find a hotel for the night. I knew you were going to be out of town but got to talk to the manager and he told me about their bowling center,great guy,he knows how to run this bowling center. If i got there sooner,I would try out the lanes to see how they played. Keep up the good work Randy,I enjoy your shows.
I came so close to my first ever triplicate this past Tuesday night. 205/205/206. I needed XX8 game 3 and got XX9. I even intentionally tried to come in high. I've been bowling for 27 years and it never gets dull or old! Cheers Brownswick!
Best part of this week's episode starts at the 27 minute mark. Well said coach. I agree, its about fun as well as adding those much needed "pressure points". During my weekly Sunday sessions, I invited one of the local bowlers (youth or adult) to bowl with me head-to-head. The goal is to have a competitive match yet to be casual about it. At the same time, I tend to not hold back when I bowl. I find this strategy helpful because it keeps things competitive but not super serious. Serious bowling is for tournaments. One of the games this weekend was a 258 to 259 (me). I finished my frames first, but I also let the youth know that even-though he couldn't win the game, that he should still focus on the shot and roll the best ball he could. And so he did. I don't see why adding mulligans should change that at all. In fact, I'm going to incorporate that. Its a great way to focus and to reinforce that your strike was made on purpose. Coach, I always look forward to these videos. Its a great way to promote the sport as well as to show how fun bowling really is (and suppose to be). I'm impressed with the youth bowling (Hunter is a joy to watch, Kara has great form, Logan is ruthless, and Charlie is a machine). Its one of the only sport that anyone can play equally for 90% of it truly is mental. Sorry for the long post, but I want you to know that I agree with you totally your point. If I'm every in the Atlanta area (for the Braves are my favorite team anyway), I hope to be able to meet and chat about bowling you. My friend and I are looking at getting into the PBA and it would be great to hear your insight.
The mulligans were just a way to incorporate the "cut throat" premise into the game...all in response to my silly remark in Friday night's video in which I said I might be inclined "to slit the guy's throat" who makes an announcement in the middle of my delivery of a ball while I'm late in a possible 300 game, as happened to Charlie last weekend. Of course I'd never resort to actual violence over an act that was clearly unintentional like this unfortunate occurance that happend to Charlie. So the next best thing, I reasoned, was to play a game of "Cut Throat." We could have played it where the only mulligans in play were the cut throat ones. But I thought it would be fun to play it this way, and give the kids something to think about. This parent argued that by adding mulligans, I actually softened up the kids, conditioning them to expect "do overs" in actual competition, which is a patently ridiculous assertion on its face. But what was so galling was this individual's unwillingness to hear me out as I attempted to explain my justification. They were simply having none of it, and would not even allow me to offer any explanation. So I let them vent, knowing that I had this week's show to get my point across. The lesson here is this: Never argue with the man who owns the microphone. It won't end well for you. :-) Thank you for your supportive comments. And thanks for watching, subscribing and spreading the word about PRODIGY BOWLERS TOUR.
OMG, great rant! You run healthy fun competition that these young people can learn from to improve their game no matter where their life takes them in the future. This is NOT the Toddlers and Tiaras of bowling. Keep doing what you do. It's great!!
I love what you are doing with your kids. wish I had someone like you when I was a junior bowler. these formats you run teach kids the right aspect of the game that I feel is the most important which is the mental game. maybe one episode you should have the parents bowl you and each other in a format you run. this way they can understand how much pressure it takes to make a quality shot. if you were my coach as a junior bowler here in Wisconsin with these formats I would probably have a stronger mental game and not have lost out on money shots when it counted.
Lol you tricky dog you. We thought we'd have to wait. So good! Thanks. Also... glad you're feeling better. (Also, I see the parents point but our office deals with athletes all day everyday. 1. Fun needs to be had and 2. The mental aspect is the largest part of any sport. It is largely what we do; conditioning the mind. You were on point with the pressure talk. I would dare say that this format maybe one of the most important you do. It is preparing them for the hardest part of the game- the mental aspect. You got it correct. Keep it up! Again, that parent for sure has a point but it largely becomes a forrest and trees argument. The bigger picture here is the right one. And keep calling us Prodigy Heads! Brilliant.)
This has to be one of the better Youth Bowling programs that I have seen . In some ways this type of program does prepare the bowler for a higher level events and a possible shot at the Pro Bowlers Tour ( Assuming that the Bowler wants to go Pro and is Ready for the Tour). I love the mulligan format and the mulligan format should be used on the Tour today ! Can you imagine that Parker Bohn III throws the 12 ball and strikes and Pete Webber who is also working for a 300 uses his Challange Mulliagn and Parker Bohn has to re-do the 12 shot to protect his 300 ! That whould be fun to watch ! I just hope that you're Youth Bowling program expands to other states
Hi coach randy just wanted to say I throughly enjoy the videos and what you do for junior bowling. I wanted to tell a story which took place yesterday at regionals for my high school bowling team, I've been in a slump and yesterday during the first 10 minutes of practice my ball was getting to the pocket. Once the game started the opposing player to the left of me on the opposite pair of lanes was clapping in my head on my approach. I still went through with the shot and drove 10 down in the pit while saying, " I'm going to give you something to clap about!" After three more instances of this young man stepping in front of me on my approach and I having to back off and start my routine again, I throw at 671 at their number 5 player which is considering the 2nd best and I have never beaten him ever. Just wanted to share some of my success!! Thanks Dylan Glascock
alright Randy...going through my tax stuff for my appointment Saturday and i find this...you are a trouper...thanks for the mental lift...you really are the best!!!!!!
If you've ever bowled in Nationals, then you've probably heard of the 40 frame game. It includes mulligans. I know that pros such as Chris Barnes competed in this tournament. With mulligans. It's a fun mix of strategic play on difficult conditions. I would have loved this as a junior bowler after league. How fun! Keep up the great work, coach. I'm sure many people appreciate all that you do for the future of our sport.
Simon Caillou Crew - Nah, don't even go there. The parent is only looking out for their child's best interest. Can't fault them for that. They just weren't very receptive to my take on things (they weren't willing to listen), so I used this forum to fully articulate it.
I love how Randy handles the situation, he's 100% right. it's his show and he'll run it how he wants, he never said he was going to teach these kids to be pros. although I must say that he definitely has a great group of kids, pretty good bowlers I must say. Keep up the great work Randy
Hey coach do you keep doing what you're doing man even if they are happy it doesn't matter you're doing this to better the kids for their future not for them you're making this sport great and you're looking out for its future also each kid has their own different style and you can teach them their own different way keep doing what you're doing and thank you I enjoy your content
dang i wish i could do this. i'm down near augusta and we don't really have many people that would be able, much less willing to do this. it seems like so much fun, too.
well said coach and im proud to be a prodigy head myself..I know exactly what you mean about parents just dont get it sometimes coming from me bein a youth football and baseball coach i think you so an awsome job with these kids. You show so much passion for the sport and being out the best in these kids keep doin qhat your doin and no need to explain anything you do because of an ignorant parent..keep up the good work coach
James, your kind words are much appreciated. It's not so much that I feel the need to defend anything. The reason for the rant in this particular episode had more to do with the fact that the individual who called me out did not feel inclined to extend to me the simple courtesy of allowing me to voice my side of the argument. They just kept cutting me off, refusing to let me speak. In the end, the lesson to be learned, I suppose, is this: Never argue with the one who owns the microphone. LOL!
haha! you're the best -- keep up the good work. btw, i'm a high school bowling coach in nj & love all that you do for the kids & bowling. we def share a passion
Around 10:30 you can see the score saying Lamar got a 9 spare when it was an 8 spare. I know it didn't really change much, but thought I would point it out.
fuzzythecat - You're the third to post about it. I try my best not to make these kinds of mistakes, but with as many details as there are that go into the production of these shows, the bigger surprise is that I don't make more mistakes than I do.
Yes, congratulations, you're the second person to tell me that. It doesn't affect the outcome of the game. As much as goes into producing these things, I'm surprised I don't screw up a whole lot more. LOL!
Yeah, show up and bowl. Bring one of your parents, as I'll need their permission to put you on the show. Oh, and then of course you'll have to bowl well enough in the qualifier to get to the show. (There is that sticky little part.)
Oh, wow! Yeah, back surgery's a big one. My thoughts will be with you. If it provides any inspiration and encouragement, I was away from the game for many years when, in late 2011, I had triple bypass surgery. In the aftermath of that, by early 2012, I was easily 35 years removed from the last time I'd been "active" in bowling, but wanted to get back in. Only five months or so removed from having my chest bone sawed open and re-attached, I found myself bowling two leagues. Within a year, I was starting to win tournaments (something I didn't do with this kind of regularity even back when I was PBA in the '70s and '80s). So my word to you is this: Don't rule out any possibilities. Just ease yourself in, and do it the right way.
Wow God Bless you. That is a lot to come back from, and you did it. Tonight will actually be my first time in years. I started back in the mid 90's. And I was coached by a PBA bowler at the time Ron Papp not sure if you've heard of him. But he was really good at getting me started.
Dear randy, could i have some of your advices about bowling? Ive learnt to bowl for 2-3 months and i have some difficulties in my steps. If yes please please let me send you some of my clips through email or facebook, anything...
Vernon Crouch - have your mom or dad bring you, as I'll need their permission to put you up on TH-cam. Of course that assumes that you would qualify for the show. There are usually preliminary qualifying games are required to winnow the field down to however many we use in the show. Open play rates apply.
I am also a child bowler and I just started about 9-10 months ago and I am slowly raising my pin count with each game I play. I watch these almost every day so I can learn to bowl better. One problem I always have is I seem to throw the ball rather than roll it off my fingers. If you have any tips they would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! -enthusiastic child bowler
I don't smoke. My bronchitis was brought on by working that darn trade show last weekend down at the Airport Mariott in South Atlanta. Because of the crazy hours (early in the morning for me is a problem), I got seriously worn down, so my defenses were reduced. Then I was on my feet the entire weekend (something which, at my age, NEVER happens). And I shook about 300 hands at the show. Add to that a bit of sleep deprivation and what you have is a toxic brew of things that hit me like a ton of bricks when I woke up Tuesday morning. I slept most of Tuesday AND Wednesday in hopes of getting my strength back in time to sub in a league Wednesday night. Like the trooper I am, I showed up to bowl, but after throwing about 3 or 4 warm-up balls, it was obvious I didn't have the strength to go. So I packed up my things, turned right around and went home. Stayed close to bed the whole week. I still feel like crap. But at least I'm not contageous. Fortunately, since I work from home, it doesn't keep me from doing what I do.
Jim Bartosch Sr. - Old news. Already pointed out like six months ago. With as many details as there are in editing these videos, the real miracle is that mistakes like this don’t happen all the time.
44:15 commentary had me laughing so hard i couldnt breathe. I can relate though, so no offense meant. I still love what you are doing with these videos, kids, and show....and especially love the varying formats! This one definitely forces them to think, and adds pressure as you said. But, it also forces them to play strategically rather than straight through, hoping for the highest score. Theyre more focused on watching their opponents, and the scoreboard to see when a good time would be to use the cut throat mulligan. Also, strategy....save their self mulligan for a clutch shot in the 9th or 10th frames...or use it earlier to try tying a string of strikes together early on. Either way, glad you are seeking to keep this entertaining by using varying formats, games, and other action. Cant wait to see the 9 pin sudden death no tap format again. That one would be very interesting with Logan M, and several others that have been seen recently. The power house strikers. Anyways, keep up the hard work and dedication....hopefully one day TH-cam will come to their senses and start sending you paychecks for these videos.
Hello I am 14 I was just wondering how or if the league is accepting anyone because if so I would like to Bowl with you guys for a week because I live in Indiana and I can always drive there for a week or two my average is about a 170 and my highest game is 244. (I bowl with hook, One handed)
BrownswickBowling ahhhh man it seems like ever since he got his new Arsenal he's gotten so much more power it's scary to think what he will be like once he grows more....will these continue after league?
If I were Charlie, I would've given a mulligan to Lamar in his tenth frame. No offence to Charlie. He is the best and I know he gave the coveted trophy pin to Hunter. So, the thought crossed my mind when Lamar threw the ball into the gutter. He is also a great bowler. Mulligan can also be used to encourage the opponent :) Be happy and stay positive. Love you all guys. Nice format Coach Randy. I'm completely feeling down in my life right now. I watch your videos, laugh a bit, get light-hearted and pulling myself up to do what I need to do. I wish there are more videos.
Reginald Taylor - I've talked to him about it several times and he simply seems unwilling to try swinging the ball with an extended right arm. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink. That said, I believe he's throwing like 12 pounds. I've got some used equipment around here that I may give him, and I'm hoping that a heavier ball (15) might force him to rethink.
Reginald Taylor - Plus, the crooked elbow (and the lighter weight) makes it too easy for him to "throw" (loft) the ball out on the lane, which is also a clear indication that he's squeezing it. I would like to get him to let the ball ROLL off his fingers (the modern release), rather than him "lifting" the ball out on the lane (the old style release). But it all hinges on a more relaxed, tension-free swing. He just doesn't see it. And like I always say, you gotta see it to be it.
Leonard Kowalski - I have no interest in identifying who the parent is. They were only interested in looking out for what they perceived as their child's best interest. I respect that. What I don't respect -- and won't tolerate -- is their unwillingness to extend to me the simple courtesy of hearing my side of it rather than cutting me off every time I tried to get a word in edgewise. That's why I used the forum I have here. And with that, what needed to be said has now been said. Time to move on.
Yeah that's the worst when someone won't even let you get a word in. Fair enough. Thanks for your continuous effort on these videos. Your commentary is good stuff. Cheers
I'm a long way from 100%. Just pluggin' along, hoping to feel a little better each day. Fortunately, it's not the flu as I'd originall feared. Just the usual bronchitis crap I always get. No fun.
I think when we were fourteen years old we were using plastic balls purchased from Kmart:-) Kids have the best equipment money can buy! 40 years ago a 300 game from a 14 year old was unheard of! That was back in the day when you had to pay your dues for a perfect game:-)
Bowling balls are extremely advanced now and it's far easier to bowl a 300 nowadays than it was in the 70's and 80's. It's still a big challenge but it's so common now
Well, we've had a finals with Brandon vs. Logan and one with Brandon vs. Charlie and a few with Charlie vs. Logan. So your wish is my command. Just dig through our past episodes and you should find exactly what you're looking for. :-)
Mr Randy, you are 100% correct in your commentary addressing the issue of the irate parent. i back your decision and i applaud your diplomacy. I subscribe to your channel and i wait with great anticipation for each episode. sir, you are doing a wonderful job with the young people and the prodigy program. I'm 53 years old, 3 grown kids and 5 grandkids, living out here in Texas. I picked up bowling two years ago, and i wish i was in your program. keep up the good work. And remember, its for the kids. Don't let a complaint destory the compassion you have for the kids.
Randy, I love how you switch it up from time to time and how you make the bowlers think outside the box. It applies not only in competitive league bowling (do I hook at the washout or do I throw straight from the opposite side, etc., depending on lane conditions) but in life as well. As a lifelong bowler, I wish something like this was around when I was a kid in YABA leagues, and as a parent, I hope my 9-month-old has something as engaging as PBT to participate in when she's old enough. BTW... Pinpoint was my favorite! The kids didn't seem to really get it at the time, but the creativity and shotmaking skills that game requires can help aspiring young bowlers enjoy a lifetime of punishing spares... as they say, strike for show and spare for dough, or something like that. Thanks again Randy, and kudos to all the outstanding competitors on all these episodes. This whole thing kicks @$$.
I am glad to see you didn't let an entitled parent spoil this for you. Also, now that I know about your apparel store, I will buy something there to help you out since the gofundme thing doesn't work for me. I've been watching my way through these shows and enjoy them a lot.
Obviously these parents have never bowled the 40 frame game.
Your never going to please everyone Randy. Keep doing what you're doing. Those of us who understand the purpose of what your shows are about love what you do.
Coach Randy, first, thank you for posting. I watch all of your videos pretty much as soon as you share them. Any parent that doesn't understand what you're doing is not helping their child. Also, one of the best times you can have every year at the USBC Open Championships is to bowl the satellite game, the 40 Frame Game. There are mulligans in that one, and lots of them. Keep on keeping on coach, we appreciate what you're doing.
I gotta say, I am always excited for these videos and look forward to the next one. Thanks for making these videos Randy and I appreciate what you do!
You're very welcome. Thank you for watching.
Thanks for the surprise upload! I look forward to watching these every week. Hope you feel better soon.
You and me both. :-)
Man I miss making it to step ladders😒
LoganFossum - You need to break out of your slump, pards. Somebody's gotta give you-know-who some competition.
LoganFossum the videos are better with you in them get back up there 🙌
I would agree that the videos are better when Logan is pushing everyone. But something tells me we haven't heard the last from Logan.
BrownswickBowling I second that, thanks for responding and keep making the videos I love watching these young athletes come out and compete with each other!!
Randy, I wish to commend you on the way you handled the situation of the offended parent. Very well done. I pray you have a full recovery from the flu, and may the Lord bless your efforts with the prodigy bowlers tour.
Thank you for all of these videos! ☺☺☺☺
I love these videos Randy!
Well said Randy. This isn't the US Open or the Masters here. You are keeping the kids interested and having fun and making it interesting for them. Keep up the good work.
I listened to your whole mesage. I appreciate your time and effort and posting these videos. These bowlers are fun to watch. I hope to be in the Atlanta area sometime when you're filming.
Randy your a great youth advocate and coach! Although I don't have kids your coaching....I do like the cut throat!! It is not only a fun temporary change but also a great tool to help them think about strategy!! Great call coach! I used to give lessons years ago..maintained a 200 average...I stopped bowling right after the new AMF Angle!! 😃. And the Columbia Yellow Dot!..Only because my bones could no longer take it. I have a bone disease called Hypophosphatasia....I've been in a wheelchair since 1995 so my bowling days are over..and I miss it but I still enjoy watching!!😎😎 Match 2.Nolan could be great bowler if he could learn to straighten his swing arm and use that powerful physical body of his...love his heart you can do it Nolan! I was also really impressed with Kara! She has a great bowling approach and delivery....she could easily be really good! Lamar is a good bowler also..like to see him lift some weights for some physical strength and grip strengthening..he would also benefit with some release drills. Maybe a stronger bowling ball? Charlie is quite impressive at 14!! plus lots of revs! This young man has pro written all over him!! Randy,Thanks for coming off sick leave early...hope your feeling better..I prayed for you. You're doing such a great job with these kids!! Kids you are all awesome!!! Remember to have fun and enjoy the friendships!! Blessings!
I did some of my best bowling with a Yellow Dot. Shot my all-time high series with that ball, an 847 (278-280-289), which included 20-in-a-row, which still stands as my longest string of strikes ever. Shot my first 6 300 games with one of several Yellow Dots I owned over about a 2 or 3 year period, and two of my three (at the time) 800s (also shot pair of 803s, although my first one came with a Roto Star). I've since added two more 300s and two more 800s since I've turned 60, which I'm not so sure isn't an even better accomplishment, although I know some would argue the point given the aggressive nature of the modern ball (I won't put up too strong a debate either way).
David, thank you so very much for your kind words. Bowling is worse off for not having you out on the lanes still participating, but we're lucky to have your spirit to help inspire bowlers both young and old. Never stop watching!!
Thanks again. Be blessed.
Wow Charlie's release is just so flawless he puts no effort and the ball just goes so fluidly to the picket he's going to go far
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I did have a chance to stop by at Brunswick Zone to check it out, but I got there to late to bowl (bad traffic) and have to find a hotel for the night. I knew you were going to be out of town but got to talk to the manager and he told me about their bowling center,great guy,he knows how to run this bowling center. If i got there sooner,I would try out the lanes to see how they played. Keep up the good work Randy,I enjoy your shows.
I came so close to my first ever triplicate this past Tuesday night. 205/205/206. I needed XX8 game 3 and got XX9. I even intentionally tried to come in high. I've been bowling for 27 years and it never gets dull or old! Cheers Brownswick!
YESSS A LONG VIDEO..love the series and long videos
Best part of this week's episode starts at the 27 minute mark. Well said coach. I agree, its about fun as well as adding those much needed "pressure points".
During my weekly Sunday sessions, I invited one of the local bowlers (youth or adult) to bowl with me head-to-head. The goal is to have a competitive match yet to be casual about it. At the same time, I tend to not hold back when I bowl. I find this strategy helpful because it keeps things competitive but not super serious. Serious bowling is for tournaments.
One of the games this weekend was a 258 to 259 (me). I finished my frames first, but I also let the youth know that even-though he couldn't win the game, that he should still focus on the shot and roll the best ball he could. And so he did.
I don't see why adding mulligans should change that at all. In fact, I'm going to incorporate that. Its a great way to focus and to reinforce that your strike was made on purpose.
Coach, I always look forward to these videos. Its a great way to promote the sport as well as to show how fun bowling really is (and suppose to be). I'm impressed with the youth bowling (Hunter is a joy to watch, Kara has great form, Logan is ruthless, and Charlie is a machine). Its one of the only sport that anyone can play equally for 90% of it truly is mental.
Sorry for the long post, but I want you to know that I agree with you totally your point. If I'm every in the Atlanta area (for the Braves are my favorite team anyway), I hope to be able to meet and chat about bowling you. My friend and I are looking at getting into the PBA and it would be great to hear your insight.
The mulligans were just a way to incorporate the "cut throat" premise into the game...all in response to my silly remark in Friday night's video in which I said I might be inclined "to slit the guy's throat" who makes an announcement in the middle of my delivery of a ball while I'm late in a possible 300 game, as happened to Charlie last weekend. Of course I'd never resort to actual violence over an act that was clearly unintentional like this unfortunate occurance that happend to Charlie. So the next best thing, I reasoned, was to play a game of "Cut Throat." We could have played it where the only mulligans in play were the cut throat ones. But I thought it would be fun to play it this way, and give the kids something to think about. This parent argued that by adding mulligans, I actually softened up the kids, conditioning them to expect "do overs" in actual competition, which is a patently ridiculous assertion on its face. But what was so galling was this individual's unwillingness to hear me out as I attempted to explain my justification. They were simply having none of it, and would not even allow me to offer any explanation. So I let them vent, knowing that I had this week's show to get my point across. The lesson here is this: Never argue with the man who owns the microphone. It won't end well for you. :-)
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Nice production Randy!
Much enjoyed. Great bowlers. Great kids.
Greetings from Central CT.
I always love when these videos come out and I hope you keep making these videos for along time ^~^
Charlie's ball works all the way to the 1-3, hes gonna go far. Wherever he picked up his form, it's textbook for sure.
OMG, great rant! You run healthy fun competition that these young people can learn from to improve their game no matter where their life takes them in the future. This is NOT the Toddlers and Tiaras of bowling. Keep doing what you do. It's great!!
I love what you are doing with your kids. wish I had someone like you when I was a junior bowler. these formats you run teach kids the right aspect of the game that I feel is the most important which is the mental game. maybe one episode you should have the parents bowl you and each other in a format you run. this way they can understand how much pressure it takes to make a quality shot. if you were my coach as a junior bowler here in Wisconsin with these formats I would probably have a stronger mental game and not have lost out on money shots when it counted.
I really enjoy the diff. games you come up with and use em on my outings on bottomless bowling night at my local lanes!!
Love this videos and how this kids bowl, so please keep it coming. Can you make a video of revs and speed of charlie's ball?
Lol you tricky dog you. We thought we'd have to wait. So good! Thanks. Also... glad you're feeling better.
(Also, I see the parents point but our office deals with athletes all day everyday. 1. Fun needs to be had and 2. The mental aspect is the largest part of any sport. It is largely what we do; conditioning the mind. You were on point with the pressure talk. I would dare say that this format maybe one of the most important you do. It is preparing them for the hardest part of the game- the mental aspect. You got it correct. Keep it up! Again, that parent for sure has a point but it largely becomes a forrest and trees argument. The bigger picture here is the right one. And keep calling us Prodigy Heads! Brilliant.)
This has to be one of the better Youth Bowling programs that I have seen . In some ways this type of program does prepare the bowler for a higher level events and a possible shot at the Pro Bowlers Tour ( Assuming that the Bowler wants to go Pro and is Ready for the Tour). I love the mulligan format and the mulligan format should be used on the Tour today ! Can you imagine that Parker Bohn III throws the 12 ball and strikes and Pete Webber who is also working for a 300 uses his Challange Mulliagn and Parker Bohn has to re-do the 12 shot to protect his 300 ! That whould be fun to watch ! I just hope that you're Youth Bowling program expands to other states
Hi coach randy just wanted to say I throughly enjoy the videos and what you do for junior bowling. I wanted to tell a story which took place yesterday at regionals for my high school bowling team, I've been in a slump and yesterday during the first 10 minutes of practice my ball was getting to the pocket. Once the game started the opposing player to the left of me on the opposite pair of lanes was clapping in my head on my approach. I still went through with the shot and drove 10 down in the pit while saying, " I'm going to give you something to clap about!" After three more instances of this young man stepping in front of me on my approach and I having to back off and start my routine again, I throw at 671 at their number 5 player which is considering the 2nd best and I have never beaten him ever. Just wanted to share some of my success!! Thanks Dylan Glascock
I really like these prodigy bowling videos and maybe some of these kids will be on tv some day
I wanna come to bowl with you guys I live in south florida
alright Randy...going through my tax stuff for my appointment Saturday and i find this...you are a trouper...thanks for the mental lift...you really are the best!!!!!!
If you've ever bowled in Nationals, then you've probably heard of the 40 frame game. It includes mulligans. I know that pros such as Chris Barnes competed in this tournament. With mulligans. It's a fun mix of strategic play on difficult conditions. I would have loved this as a junior bowler after league. How fun! Keep up the great work, coach. I'm sure many people appreciate all that you do for the future of our sport.
That parent is a probably just sore because their kid didn't get into the tourney! Keep up the videos, we all love them!
Simon Caillou Crew - Nah, don't even go there. The parent is only looking out for their child's best interest. Can't fault them for that. They just weren't very receptive to my take on things (they weren't willing to listen), so I used this forum to fully articulate it.
I love how Randy handles the situation, he's 100% right. it's his show and he'll run it how he wants, he never said he was going to teach these kids to be pros. although I must say that he definitely has a great group of kids, pretty good bowlers I must say. Keep up the great work Randy
Once again Charlie did it. Well done, & another good show.
Hey coach do you keep doing what you're doing man even if they are happy it doesn't matter you're doing this to better the kids for their future not for them you're making this sport great and you're looking out for its future also each kid has their own different style and you can teach them their own different way keep doing what you're doing and thank you I enjoy your content
dang i wish i could do this. i'm down near augusta and we don't really have many people that would be able, much less willing to do this. it seems like so much fun, too.
Maybe you can come up sometime over the Summer.
well said coach and im proud to be a prodigy head myself..I know exactly what you mean about parents just dont get it sometimes coming from me bein a youth football and baseball coach i think you so an awsome job with these kids. You show so much passion for the sport and being out the best in these kids keep doin qhat your doin and no need to explain anything you do because of an ignorant parent..keep up the good work coach
YOUR WORK ON THESE VIDEOS & THE PRODIGY LEAGUE IS AWESOME -- YOU SHOULD NEVER FEEL THE NEED TO DEFEND IT. LOVE IT IMMENSELY -- AND THANK YOU BIGTIME.
James, your kind words are much appreciated. It's not so much that I feel the need to defend anything. The reason for the rant in this particular episode had more to do with the fact that the individual who called me out did not feel inclined to extend to me the simple courtesy of allowing me to voice my side of the argument. They just kept cutting me off, refusing to let me speak. In the end, the lesson to be learned, I suppose, is this: Never argue with the one who owns the microphone. LOL!
haha! you're the best -- keep up the good work. btw, i'm a high school bowling coach in nj & love all that you do for the kids & bowling. we def share a passion
Around 10:30 you can see the score saying Lamar got a 9 spare when it was an 8 spare. I know it didn't really change much, but thought I would point it out.
fuzzythecat - You're the third to post about it. I try my best not to make these kinds of mistakes, but with as many details as there are that go into the production of these shows, the bigger surprise is that I don't make more mistakes than I do.
Well you're doing a great job with the Prodigy Bowlers Tour. Can't wait till next week!
You messed up lamars score in the 3rd frame of the 1st game
Yes, congratulations, you're the second person to tell me that. It doesn't affect the outcome of the game. As much as goes into producing these things, I'm surprised I don't screw up a whole lot more. LOL!
Haha
BrownswickBowling when Lamar and Kara were playing Lamar made 8 pins and picked up spare you put 9
Hey Randy!
coach Randy do you know if there's a way that I can get on the show
Yeah, show up and bowl. Bring one of your parents, as I'll need their permission to put you on the show. Oh, and then of course you'll have to bowl well enough in the qualifier to get to the show. (There is that sticky little part.)
Hope to see Charlie in the PBA some day, he's a great bowler
One of these days I'm gonna have to venture over from Birmingham for a few games here. Seems like a nice place.
can you get on prodigy bowlers tour if your league starts in a month?
Charlie throws some great ball he's going to go far
Yeah I'm trying to get back after a long layoff. pray that I'll be able to lol. back surgery
Oh, wow! Yeah, back surgery's a big one. My thoughts will be with you. If it provides any inspiration and encouragement, I was away from the game for many years when, in late 2011, I had triple bypass surgery. In the aftermath of that, by early 2012, I was easily 35 years removed from the last time I'd been "active" in bowling, but wanted to get back in. Only five months or so removed from having my chest bone sawed open and re-attached, I found myself bowling two leagues. Within a year, I was starting to win tournaments (something I didn't do with this kind of regularity even back when I was PBA in the '70s and '80s). So my word to you is this: Don't rule out any possibilities. Just ease yourself in, and do it the right way.
Wow God Bless you. That is a lot to come back from, and you did it. Tonight will actually be my first time in years. I started back in the mid 90's. And I was coached by a PBA bowler at the time Ron Papp not sure if you've heard of him. But he was really good at getting me started.
Dear randy, could i have some of your advices about bowling? Ive learnt to bowl for 2-3 months and i have some difficulties in my steps. If yes please please let me send you some of my clips through email or facebook, anything...
@Liem, please feel free to post some video on TH-cam and point me to it. I'll be happy to offer a few words of instruction.
How or where did Charlie get the Haywire Limited?
You would have to ask him.
BrownswickBowling ok :-)
Randy how could I get a chance to bowl in the prodigy bowlers tour? If not that's fine I was just wondering
Vernon Crouch - have your mom or dad bring you, as I'll need their permission to put you up on TH-cam. Of course that assumes that you would qualify for the show. There are usually preliminary qualifying games are required to winnow the field down to however many we use in the show. Open play rates apply.
Okay thanks for the information hopefully I'll make the cut and be there that would be awesome
this stuff is great randy
I am also a child bowler and I just started about 9-10 months ago and I am slowly raising my pin count with each game I play. I watch these almost every day so I can learn to bowl better. One problem I always have is I seem to throw the ball rather than roll it off my fingers. If you have any tips they would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! -enthusiastic child bowler
Ryan Brazill - Resist the temptation to squeeze or pinch the ball with your thumb. You want a relaxed thumb so the thumb can escape quickly.
BrownswickBowling thank you a lot! I have a doubles state tournament in May and I am trying to get better for it
how do you join
wait where's Logan I thought he's a part of the prodigy bowlers tour
Did you not watch the setup? Go back to 3:10 and the explanation is there.
Hey Randy, is your Bronchitis caused or worsened by smoking at all?
I don't smoke. My bronchitis was brought on by working that darn trade show last weekend down at the Airport Mariott in South Atlanta. Because of the crazy hours (early in the morning for me is a problem), I got seriously worn down, so my defenses were reduced. Then I was on my feet the entire weekend (something which, at my age, NEVER happens). And I shook about 300 hands at the show. Add to that a bit of sleep deprivation and what you have is a toxic brew of things that hit me like a ton of bricks when I woke up Tuesday morning. I slept most of Tuesday AND Wednesday in hopes of getting my strength back in time to sub in a league Wednesday night. Like the trooper I am, I showed up to bowl, but after throwing about 3 or 4 warm-up balls, it was obvious I didn't have the strength to go. So I packed up my things, turned right around and went home. Stayed close to bed the whole week. I still feel like crap. But at least I'm not contageous. Fortunately, since I work from home, it doesn't keep me from doing what I do.
Good to hear. Hope you have some anti-inflammatories near by! Feel better.
I don't. That's what I need. Something to settle things down.
I'm sure the rest will do all the same, hopefully.
On LAmars 2nd frame in the first game it says he got 9 but he only got 8
It's funny that Lamar Crashed the gate, and your reaction to it was priceless!
Well you’re jumping to a conclusion about who was behind this. I never revealed it, and I won’t.
+BrownswickBowling The whole thing was hilarious! And your commentary on it was great!
Jonathan Mosebach It was Nolan
in Frame 3 first game Lamar vs Lara he had an 8 count on the lane but they gave him on the score of 9 count????
Jim Bartosch Sr. - Old news. Already pointed out like six months ago. With as many details as there are in editing these videos, the real miracle is that mistakes like this don’t happen all the time.
thanks yeah the lift, and the lack of arm extension, and ball weight is holding him back. I agree
Kids' have gotta WANT TO change in order to improve. Not all are willing.
where's the bowling alley
Steveo the champ 86 - Roswell, Georgia (northern suburb of Atlanta)
44:15 commentary had me laughing so hard i couldnt breathe. I can relate though, so no offense meant. I still love what you are doing with these videos, kids, and show....and especially love the varying formats! This one definitely forces them to think, and adds pressure as you said. But, it also forces them to play strategically rather than straight through, hoping for the highest score. Theyre more focused on watching their opponents, and the scoreboard to see when a good time would be to use the cut throat mulligan. Also, strategy....save their self mulligan for a clutch shot in the 9th or 10th frames...or use it earlier to try tying a string of strikes together early on. Either way, glad you are seeking to keep this entertaining by using varying formats, games, and other action. Cant wait to see the 9 pin sudden death no tap format again. That one would be very interesting with Logan M, and several others that have been seen recently. The power house strikers. Anyways, keep up the hard work and dedication....hopefully one day TH-cam will come to their senses and start sending you paychecks for these videos.
No offense taken, Kyah. :-) I wouldn't have included it if I weren't capable of laughing at myself. LOL!
kara is my fav prodigy pro she almost similar on my steps and release
What ball is Charlie using in this video??
Holland Tyler - Listen to his post-game interview and he'll tell you.
BrownswickBowling Dang! Got ahead of myself there.
Hello I am 14 I was just wondering how or if the league is accepting anyone because if so I would like to Bowl with you guys for a week because I live in Indiana and I can always drive there for a week or two my average is about a 170 and my highest game is 244. (I bowl with hook, One handed)
What ball was Charlie using
Watch 'til the very end and he'll tell you.
BrownswickBowling ahhhh man it seems like ever since he got his new Arsenal he's gotten so much more power it's scary to think what he will be like once he grows more....will these continue after league?
Hope you get better Randy
In some JBT bowling tournaments you are actually allowed mulligans. Not the cut throat mulligans but the self mulligans.
can I please be on the show I'm really good
If I were Charlie, I would've given a mulligan to Lamar in his tenth frame. No offence to Charlie. He is the best and I know he gave the coveted trophy pin to Hunter. So, the thought crossed my mind when Lamar threw the ball into the gutter. He is also a great bowler. Mulligan can also be used to encourage the opponent :) Be happy and stay positive. Love you all guys. Nice format Coach Randy. I'm completely feeling down in my life right now. I watch your videos, laugh a bit, get light-hearted and pulling myself up to do what I need to do. I wish there are more videos.
There's something like 46 of them now. And another one will be on the way after we record tomorrow (1/6/2018).
BrownswickBowling Great!!! Waiting eagerly
my nephew's league starts in September, and his league average is hovering around 100
does anyone know why Nolan can't extend his arm
Reginald Taylor - I've talked to him about it several times and he simply seems unwilling to try swinging the ball with an extended right arm. You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink. That said, I believe he's throwing like 12 pounds. I've got some used equipment around here that I may give him, and I'm hoping that a heavier ball (15) might force him to rethink.
Reginald Taylor - Plus, the crooked elbow (and the lighter weight) makes it too easy for him to "throw" (loft) the ball out on the lane, which is also a clear indication that he's squeezing it. I would like to get him to let the ball ROLL off his fingers (the modern release), rather than him "lifting" the ball out on the lane (the old style release). But it all hinges on a more relaxed, tension-free swing. He just doesn't see it. And like I always say, you gotta see it to be it.
Watching Nolan bowl hurts my elbow. That said he's still better than I am
the 40 frame tournament has s mulligan frame
okay cool but I might not be able to come also I live in Huntington West Virginia
Steveo the champ 86 No way! I'm moving up there this August to go to Marshall! How do you like it?
I wanna come but its 12 hours away from where I live
Delay Galaxy - They have this thing called planes. It’s all the rage.
@@ProdigyBowlersTour yea but don't really wanna fly and we don't have that much money :/
I'm guessing it was Lamar's mom that had the issue with the format.
Leonard Kowalski - I have no interest in identifying who the parent is. They were only interested in looking out for what they perceived as their child's best interest. I respect that. What I don't respect -- and won't tolerate -- is their unwillingness to extend to me the simple courtesy of hearing my side of it rather than cutting me off every time I tried to get a word in edgewise. That's why I used the forum I have here. And with that, what needed to be said has now been said. Time to move on.
Yeah that's the worst when someone won't even let you get a word in. Fair enough. Thanks for your continuous effort on these videos. Your commentary is good stuff. Cheers
yes it was
I feel better, thanks
;-)
pumped
sup randy how ya doin
I'm a long way from 100%. Just pluggin' along, hoping to feel a little better each day. Fortunately, it's not the flu as I'd originall feared. Just the usual bronchitis crap I always get. No fun.
anybody else here the high pitched sound lol in
40 framer in Las Vegas had mulligan frames
we live in Utah though..
You don't need to defend yourself. What you're doing for/with these kids is commendable. And a blast to watch, at that!
Thanks, Van.
Charlie is the man
It was one of Logan's parents wasn't it
DazednMildlyConfused - No.
I think when we were fourteen years old we were using plastic balls purchased from Kmart:-) Kids have the best equipment money can buy! 40 years ago a 300 game from a 14 year old was unheard of! That was back in the day when you had to pay your dues for a perfect game:-)
Bowling balls are extremely advanced now and it's far easier to bowl a 300 nowadays than it was in the 70's and 80's. It's still a big challenge but it's so common now
You go randy
I like the mulligan and plan to challenge my friends using it
Lolol who's a good bowler I died laughing
Last game the lanes were burned up helping the kids bring the ball closer to the pocket:-)
I really want to see. Brandon vs Logan vs charlie.
Well, we've had a finals with Brandon vs. Logan and one with Brandon vs. Charlie and a few with Charlie vs. Logan. So your wish is my command. Just dig through our past episodes and you should find exactly what you're looking for. :-)
when i go bowling my dad always tells me i dont have to go hard on my spares. but when i throw, the ball will go in the gutter
Joshua Phang lower your back swing, slow down, focus on the pin, not the arrow, that's what helped me with my sparing
I love my couch but I'd love to have you as my couch randy, you seem like you'd be a fun man to bowl for
Tross Gaming I don't think Randy would want to get sat on.
TJ Detweiler oops😂
man I wish you were my coach randy
I do, too.
does anyone else hear the ringing in the video
or Is my phone broken Lol
Nerdy Cubing it sounds like a "turn around pan jam" or a ball wheel that needs oiling. super irritating though haha
Bowling is the best sport
Lamar's third frame of the first game 8 spare not 9 spare 😊
Cody Miles - You're now the 4th to point that out.