Above 180.com Bowling Podcast

This week we catch up with former WSU Shocker and PBA member Matt McNiel. Matt discusses how his time as a Shocker is helping him in his role at Storm. We also talk about how he was able to connect with his teammates and if he has any coaching aspirations. Matt talks about the Storm U and ends by addressing bowlers that had their season cut short due to Covid-19.

This week I chat with 12 time PBA Champion Danny Wiseman. We discuss how the Covid-19 Pandemic may affect the PBA for years to come. Danny also talks about the advantages and disadvantages to having a financial sponsor and how many bowlers today have sponsors. We discuss how disagreements with other bowlers was handled when he was on tour. Danny also talks about how a players earnings listed on PB...

This week we chat with Storm Bowling Technical Director Chad McLean. Chad also was an assistant coach at the University of Florida before making his way to Storm. We discuss how his role at Storm does take college bowling into account and his biggest takeaways from college bowling. We end out chat discussing the changes to the USBC rules regarding rubbing alcohol during competition.

This week we catch up with Julia Bond to discuss her first year on the PWBA Tour. Bond bowled at Nebraska and shares some advice with high school bowlers regarding picking a college. We also hear what Julia is doing during this break from bowling.

I chat with David Rutherford, president of Gold Cup Bowling Alley in Warner Robins Georgia about the reopening of his center. We discuss the steps he is taking to keep bowlers safe if they come out and bowl. Rutherford also shares his thoughts on leagues and tournaments moving forward and the financial challenges he faces moving forward.

This week we catch up with Tommy Hankey Jr. Tommy recently won the Storm IBMA Collegiate Bowler of the Year award, Tommy is a sophomore at Webber International University. We discuss his mental game and what is mindset is when bowling tournaments along with why he chose Webber. Hankey Jr. also talks about some people that have influenced his game.

This week I catch up with Pro Shop Owner Drew Parkin to discuss how he is handling the coronavirus pandemic. We discuss what he is hearing from other shops and how he may be handling things moving forward. Drew also shares what we as bowlers need to remember when centers and shops do begin to open back up.

This week we chat with Storm Collegiate Bowler of the year Caitlyn Johnson. Johnson is a business marketing major at Webber International University. We discuss her senior season and what clicked for her. Johnson also talks about how her mental game plays a role in her success on the lanes.

This week I catch up with Ten Pin Alley Proprietor Bill Pounders. We discuss how he is working through the Coronavirus Pandemic. He shares what they are doing while being shut down and how he is working to ensure things are set to go once given the all clear to open. Pounders shares how we can support our bowling centers during this difficult time.

This week we catch up with Director of WSU Bowling Mark Lewis. Coach Lewis joins us to discuss the transition of coaches at the program over the last year. We also discuss how the Coronavirus pandemic impacts the bowling community. Coach Lewis also shares why he believes discipline needed both on and off the lanes when bowling in college.

This week we catch up with Coach Tony Talley.  Coach Talley is the head coach for the University of St. Francis.  We discuss how his team is handling the break in the action and senior Abby Ragsdale's season.  Talley also shares some advice for high school coaches and players regarding bowling in college.  

This week we catch up with Amleto Monacelli to discuss his new role Martin Methodist College. We discuss his relationship with Bob Learn Jr. and what he brings to the table as a coach. Amleto discusses the PBA League and his new role and we talk about how physical fitness plays such a huge role in him continuing to bowl at such a high level.

This week we catch up with Mike Jasnau to discuss the postponement of the USBC OC due to Coronavirus. Mike talks about his plans for the USBC OC and what bowlers need to remember when heading to Reno. We also discuss the growth of college bowling and how as players grow through the year their game changes. Jasnau also shares why a lot of times we hear cliches from bowlers when it comes to the pre-...

This week we catch up with former Robert Morris University standout Marshall Kent. Kent talks about why he chose the school and the learning curve bowlers face when leaving college and heading to the tour. We also talk about his WSOB preparations.

This week I catch up with USBC Eagle Winner and Pro Shop Operator Vernon Peterson to discuss what all this talk of urethane equipment being too soft means to the average player. Vernon shares his thoughts on the Purple Hammer when he tested it and what he believes the average bowler needs to do if they see an opponent using a Purple Hammer. We also discuss the upcoming USBC OC and what only four o...

This week we catch up with former Wichita State Shocker Packy Hanrahan. We discuss his time as a Shocker and what lead him to pick up bowling. Packy shares his thoughts on his PBA season so far and how he is always seeking knowledge on the lanes.

This week we catch up with SCAD Assistant Coach Verity Crawley. We discuss what she is learning when it comes to coaching and how she approaches team building. We discuss the success the team has had as of late and what advice she has for high school bowlers looking to bowl in college.

I catch up with Lindsay Boomershine to discuss what she is doing to prepare for the PWBA Tour. Lindsay shares some ways she is working to keep her mental and physical game sharp. We also discuss some of the new promotions at H5G Bowling and how H5G is helping promote the sport.

This week we catch up with Brandon Brooks, head coach of the men and women's team at William Penn University. Brooks shares some details about his program and what is clicking for the teams, we also talk about how he prepares his teams to bowl events. Coach also talks about what he looks for when recruiting and what he hopes people take away from the program when they graduate.

This week we chat with Upper Iowa University Head Coach Nichole DePaul-Miller about her bowling program. We discuss her background and the sort of players she is looking to recruit. She also shares some advantages to attending a smaller school, and advice she has regarding reading an oil pattern.

This week we catch up with Michael Martell to discuss him making Team USA and his time with Robert Morris University as a coach and bowler. Martell talks about his performance at Team Trials in Vegas and his mindset heading into each day. Martell also shares his thoughts on coaching the women's team at Robert Morris University and how he is able to connect with the team.

This week I catch up with Caitlyn Johnson to discuss her Team USA Trials experience in Las Vegas. We chat about what it's like to bowl five straight days on five different patterns and which bowlers caught her eye in Vegas.

This week we catch up with former Webber International standout Diana Zavjalova. We discuss with Diana her transition to Storm and what that has been like for her. Zavjalova shares some advice for high school bowlers looking to bowl in college and we discuss how she stays mentally sharp.

This week we chat with Heather D'Errico and Valerie Bercier about the nutrition side of bowling. We discuss with both ladies why eating and excising is key to your performance on the lanes. Heather and Valerie have tips for bowlers regarding eating and what you can do if you are travelling for an event. Heather also talks about some of the misconceptions regarding bowlers and fitness.

This week I catch up with TAT Tournament Director Jamie McWilliams. We discuss the upcoming TAT and what folks can expect this year. Jamie also shares the pattern everyone will be competing on and why this is one of the best amateur events in the country.