Hey did you know that the Beer Frame Bowling League uses bowling handicaps? It's true. They are designed to help level the playing field and provide enjoyment for Bowlers of all skill levels. Although I've never gotten a question about the handicap, I thought it would be interesting to provide a simple example on how they are calculated.
Our league calculates each individual handicap using 100% of 170
Then means, that it takes 170 and subtracts your average score and the difference becomes your handicap. So, if you have a 140 average, your handicap would be 30. At the end of the game, 30 would be added to you pin total.
Since your bowling average changes from game to game, your handicap is not static. Also if you were to carry an average above 170, your handicap would be zero. Of course you would also be run out of the league as a ringer.
Finally if you're a sub without an established average, your handicap is not figured out until the after the game, which leads to some surprises when the official results are published on Friday.
I hope everybody enjoyed this look at the fascinating world that only operates in dodgy bowling lanes across this great country.
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