Tournament Preparation

“Luck is preparation meeting opportunity”  Larry Mathews

1.  Prepare all bowling equipment. This includes cleaning and preparing ball surfaces.  And also cleaning and replacing tape in thumb hole.

2.  Organize your bowling supplies. Make sure you know where everything is. Looking for something you need during competition and not finding it can cause unnecessary stress. Get in a habit of putting your things in the same place.

3.  Eat a good dinner the night before your competition. Try to eat before 8:00 P.M.

4. Get a good night’s rest. Make sure you get at least 8 hours of sleep or whatever you are accustom to that allows you to perform at your best. Invest in a set of earplugs. Hotel guests can be noisy!

5. Eat a good breakfast but don't overeat. Try to eat 2 hours before your tournament starts.

6. Get to the bowling center early. You don't want to be rushing around before the tournament. This can cause you to be unsettled and unfocussed.

7. Remember it is completely normal to be nervous or anxious. Most of these feelings will subside once you get started.

8. Stay objective . Throw a shot. Take a read. Make the adjustment and you'll do fine!

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