Many bowling alleys now have an automatic scoring system that does all the figuring of the scores for them. While it isn't exactly a skill that can contribute to an improved game, fully understanding bowling includes knowing how to score a game. Below is an easy way (hopefully) to follow walk-through of how the fallen pins convert to points on the board: 1. Getting a personal bowling ball is a great idea for league players and even casual enthusiasts who play a bit more than once in a while. Shopping for a ball can present a bit of quandary, however. Here's what to consider in a bowling ball: Budget. Balls can get rather expensive. It's not a bad idea to set a budget before doing some serious shopping. Usually, the more experienced players show up before the game to practice. This is when you can learn the most, from people committed to the sport. Bowling Tip #3: Learn to walk the walk While professional bowlers tend to use a 5-step approach, that s just not suitable for someone just learning the sport. They should cooperate with teammates by not wasting time during the game and participating eagerly in the game. 7. Cleanliness and neatness is extremely important. Know where to throw the used drinking bottles or other food waste they accumulate. It is not proper to scatter all the leftovers in the lanes - use the trash receptacle. The count for every spare is scored 10 added to the number of pins knocked down after the next delivery. An open frame occurs when a player was unable to knock down all of the 10 pins after the two deliveries. A split may happen when the head pin was knocked down but there were lower pins that remained standing creating two separate set of pins. You should be able to feel the pull at the shoulder joint and sustain it for eight counts. Do the same for the other arm. Arms Take one arm and raise it above your head. Then bend it at the elbow, while your opposite arm holds it in place. The pull should be felt in the muscles at the back of your arm.