Such a memorable season for me. A few things i remember vividly. Rhino's 4 count to lose to PA and Pa's reaction. That face gets me every time. Danny Wiseman's reaction after losing to John Nolan made me a FOREVER fan of him. So genuine and humble in his loss. He finished his 10th frame was obviously disappointed but looked at John and said "You, You are a Major Champion" and gave him a double high five. Just a true sportsman through and through. Also if i remember correctly John was battling quite the wrist injury which ultimately left him unable to compete on the tour through his earned exemption. Bowling actually being on pardon my interruption when Wes Mallott skipped the plastic ball championship and the drama that caused. And Jeff Carter winning and in his post match interview saying he was more comfortable because it was pete he was competing against (meaning cuz they knew each other so well) and it coming off as he was glad he beat pete which was funny. Also finally seeing him on a tv telecast after the season before he set the average record (which still stands)
Small error at 6:12, Barnes actually won the Don Johnson Eliminator Championship and the Match Play championship back to back. The Long Island Classic was won by a first time winner... some guy named Jason Belmonte, wonder if anyone's heard of him?
Took me way longer to get my first 800 than my first 300 in league. In fact, I think I bowled 5 or 6 300’s before my first 800. Way harder to avg 266+ across 3 games than it is to get 12 in a row, and that’s a fact as I’m sure you already know from the statistics.
I bowled a tourney in Vegas. I shot 268, 289, 255 for 812. I got no recognition for it, but the two guys who each bowled a 300 game got called out and given a cash bonus.
Hi Right Lane! Your videos are amazing, as a long-time PBA fan, I would like to suggest that you NEED to cover the ABSOLUT CHAOS of the 1991 and 1992 seasons! So much insanity! 1991: Dominance by Ozio, the resurrections of Norm Duke and Bob Benoit, Pete Weber's conduct suspension, Pete Weber breaking the US Open trophy with an accidental assist from Bo Burton, multiple choke jobs by Mike Edwards and Mark Thayer, Danny Wiseman continuing his best ever record on TV (at the time), TWO bomb scares, TWO 7-10 split conversions, and, of course the infamous BALLARD BALL! 1992: 30 different finalists in the first 6 telecasts, FIVE first-time winners in five consecutive weeks including three multi-time champs (Scroggins/Forkel/Learn) and 12 out of the season's 35 tournaments being won by first-time champions, the average score on TV being its lowest in 20+ years for the first 13 weeks, the first ever all-lefty telecast (Quaker State), the INSTANT CLASSIC finals matches between Forkel/Husted (Flagship), Warren/Vespi (Florida Open), Salvemini/Ferraro (Petraglia Open), and Devers/Lawrence (US Open), Bob Vespi's futility as the top seed and top seeds on the winter tour going ONLY 3-13, and Dave Ferraro stealing PoY in a nail biter over Marc McDowell
My dad bowled a 300 game on January of 1966 when he was 17 years old. His average was 197. That was a pretty big deal back then. He only had one ball because that was all he could afford.
The Right Lane, That was an awesome recap of the events from the 2008-2009 Season on the Pba Tour. Also, The Moments that I enjoyed from the 2008-2009 Season on the Pba Tour were Norm Duke winning the World Championship, Walter Ray Williams Jr winning his 45th Title in Hammond, Mike Machuga winning against Bill O'Neill in the Chameleon Championship, Wes Malott winning 3 Victories, John Nolen winning the USBC Masters, Jeff Carter Winning the Plastic Ball Championship, Mike Scroggins winning the U.S. Open, and Wes Malott defending his King of Bowling especially the 2 300 Games on shows 3 and 5. Also, The Season I would like for you to recap is the 2007-2008 Season on the Pba Tour.
800 over 300 all day. I shot my first 800 6 months before my first 300. Currently have 4 800s (no 300s during any of them) and 3 300s. I'd rather strike consistently over a set than get hot for one game.
1997 is easily the most interesting season in PBA history. Here are some highlights: TEN different players won multiple titles 3 first time winners (sort of… because of the subsequent reclassification of the Masters as a PBA title) The outrageous ToC telecast with 5 lefties and the plethora of machine malfunctions including the sweep actually hitting a ball resulting in a do-over The emotional final show ever on ABC sports A 300 game back when it was still rare to see one The final run of the King of the Hill in its original format (before it became a silly made for tv mockery where the players just get chosen for no reason) And the US Open… did not exist. Anyone know why?
People who actually bowl for money know that a perfect or an 800 aren't necessary when all you need to do is beat your opponent/place high in the field.
The Ultimate Scoring Championship was one of the worst ideas the Tour ever had. I remember the intro basically saying they expected multiple 300s on the show, and then the longest string to start a match was only front 2, because when good players bowl on a cliffed pattern guess what: it gets MORE cliffed. What a shock. Also, a lot of people probably don’t realize this, but this was the only season Wes Malott ever won more than one title.
I don't think so. Shooting 800 at any moment is sick. Look, I finally got my first 300 under my belt after 9 years since shooting a 298. Eventually, 300 #1 will come for you, but for now, enjoy that high score 800 of yours
I don't know man, among good players sure. But I guess everyone in my league sucks? I've never seen a 300 in 3 years at my current center. And the closest I've ever been was 268 with the front 9.
Such a memorable season for me. A few things i remember vividly. Rhino's 4 count to lose to PA and Pa's reaction. That face gets me every time. Danny Wiseman's reaction after losing to John Nolan made me a FOREVER fan of him. So genuine and humble in his loss. He finished his 10th frame was obviously disappointed but looked at John and said "You, You are a Major Champion" and gave him a double high five. Just a true sportsman through and through. Also if i remember correctly John was battling quite the wrist injury which ultimately left him unable to compete on the tour through his earned exemption. Bowling actually being on pardon my interruption when Wes Mallott skipped the plastic ball championship and the drama that caused. And Jeff Carter winning and in his post match interview saying he was more comfortable because it was pete he was competing against (meaning cuz they knew each other so well) and it coming off as he was glad he beat pete which was funny. Also finally seeing him on a tv telecast after the season before he set the average record (which still stands)
Small error at 6:12, Barnes actually won the Don Johnson Eliminator Championship and the Match Play championship back to back.
The Long Island Classic was won by a first time winner... some guy named Jason Belmonte, wonder if anyone's heard of him?
Answer: Jason Belmonte won the long island classic in 2009.
Took me way longer to get my first 800 than my first 300 in league. In fact, I think I bowled 5 or 6 300’s before my first 800. Way harder to avg 266+ across 3 games than it is to get 12 in a row, and that’s a fact as I’m sure you already know from the statistics.
I had 2 sanctioned 800s before my first sanctioned 300 🙃
@@quinnbostic the hard way too haha
I had 7 “practice/open bowling” 300s before my first league 300…haha. I still count them though, I don’t care
I bowled a tourney in Vegas. I shot 268, 289, 255 for 812. I got no recognition for it, but the two guys who each bowled a 300 game got called out and given a cash bonus.
Underrated accomplishment
Hi Right Lane!
Your videos are amazing, as a long-time PBA fan, I would like to suggest that you NEED to cover the ABSOLUT CHAOS of the 1991 and 1992 seasons! So much insanity!
1991:
Dominance by Ozio, the resurrections of Norm Duke and Bob Benoit, Pete Weber's conduct suspension, Pete Weber breaking the US Open trophy with an accidental assist from Bo Burton, multiple choke jobs by Mike Edwards and Mark Thayer, Danny Wiseman continuing his best ever record on TV (at the time), TWO bomb scares, TWO 7-10 split conversions, and, of course the infamous BALLARD BALL!
1992:
30 different finalists in the first 6 telecasts, FIVE first-time winners in five consecutive weeks including three multi-time champs (Scroggins/Forkel/Learn) and 12 out of the season's 35 tournaments being won by first-time champions, the average score on TV being its lowest in 20+ years for the first 13 weeks, the first ever all-lefty telecast (Quaker State), the INSTANT CLASSIC finals matches between Forkel/Husted (Flagship), Warren/Vespi (Florida Open), Salvemini/Ferraro (Petraglia Open), and Devers/Lawrence (US Open), Bob Vespi's futility as the top seed and top seeds on the winter tour going ONLY 3-13, and Dave Ferraro stealing PoY in a nail biter over Marc McDowell
Great recap!
My dad bowled a 300 game on January of 1966 when he was 17 years old. His average was 197. That was a pretty big deal back then. He only had one ball because that was all he could afford.
The Right Lane, That was an awesome recap of the events from the 2008-2009 Season on the Pba Tour. Also, The Moments that I enjoyed from the 2008-2009 Season on the Pba Tour were Norm Duke winning the World Championship, Walter Ray Williams Jr winning his 45th Title in Hammond, Mike Machuga winning against Bill O'Neill in the Chameleon Championship, Wes Malott winning 3 Victories, John Nolen winning the USBC Masters, Jeff Carter Winning the Plastic Ball Championship, Mike Scroggins winning the U.S. Open, and Wes Malott defending his King of Bowling especially the 2 300 Games on shows 3 and 5. Also, The Season I would like for you to recap is the 2007-2008 Season on the Pba Tour.
Hey thanks for doing this at my suggestion! Great video! 😁
800 over 300 all day. I shot my first 800 6 months before my first 300. Currently have 4 800s (no 300s during any of them) and 3 300s. I'd rather strike consistently over a set than get hot for one game.
Id rather bowl an 800 series then a 300 game
Agreed. Most non-bowlers don’t understand why, but it is what it is.
Facts, I’ve had a few 300s the last couple years but it’s been 10 years since my last 800
Have thrown a 300 with a plastic, urethane, and reactive. its a rush every single time.
Would love to see 2001
I had 8 300 games before my first 800 series.
Then I had 3 more 800’s before my next 300 game lol.
Weird how it works
Maybe do a recap of 2006-2007 pba Season
1997 is easily the most interesting season in PBA history. Here are some highlights:
TEN different players won multiple titles
3 first time winners (sort of… because of the subsequent reclassification of the Masters as a PBA title)
The outrageous ToC telecast with 5 lefties and the plethora of machine malfunctions including the sweep actually hitting a ball resulting in a do-over
The emotional final show ever on ABC sports
A 300 game back when it was still rare to see one
The final run of the King of the Hill in its original format (before it became a silly made for tv mockery where the players just get chosen for no reason)
And the US Open… did not exist. Anyone know why?
Casuals will say a 300 is a bigger deal, but longtime bowlers know that an 800 is way more impressive.
People who actually bowl for money know that a perfect or an 800 aren't necessary when all you need to do is beat your opponent/place high in the field.
The Ultimate Scoring Championship was one of the worst ideas the Tour ever had. I remember the intro basically saying they expected multiple 300s on the show, and then the longest string to start a match was only front 2, because when good players bowl on a cliffed pattern guess what: it gets MORE cliffed. What a shock.
Also, a lot of people probably don’t realize this, but this was the only season Wes Malott ever won more than one title.
A 900 series?
I'll second that!! LOL 😅
Wait isn't 2009 Long Island Classic the first title Belmo got?
In my opinion, bowling a 900 or getting the 7-10 converted is I feel like better than a 300.
Well of course 3 300s is better than one
@@quinnbostic uh huh
I agree about the 900, and agree the 7-10 is more rare, but I’d take a 300 over a 7-10 any day. Last time I got a 7-10, nobody was even watching….haha
Is it bad that I’ve shot 800 but no 300
I don't think so. Shooting 800 at any moment is sick. Look, I finally got my first 300 under my belt after 9 years since shooting a 298. Eventually, 300 #1 will come for you, but for now, enjoy that high score 800 of yours
A 300 game today is like bowling a 700 series in the 1970’s. Nothing special anymore
That's so true.
I don't know man, among good players sure. But I guess everyone in my league sucks? I've never seen a 300 in 3 years at my current center. And the closest I've ever been was 268 with the front 9.