Bowler (ten-pin)

Bowler (ten-pin)

A bowler is someone participating in the sport of bowling, either as an amateur or professional. In American ten-pin bowling, a bowler is most commonly a member of a team of three to six people. Most bowling leagues limit the number of team members to five, with alternates available as needed.

There are a number of bowling tournaments held around the world, both large-scale international events and small local competitions. Professional bowlers in the USA are members of the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA).

Famous bowlers

*Earl Anthony
*Marshall Holman
*Brian Kanouse
*Johnny Petraglia
*Mark Roth
*Dick Weber
*Walter Ray Williams Jr.


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