The Big Leagues
Do You Have What It Takes to Become a Professional Bowler?
Bowling is a fun activity for all ages, and the game has been providing good times since 5,000 B.C. in Egypt. In modern history, bowling has had its fair share of glory, but if you think you have the aptitude to join the ranks of professional bowlers, then consider what it takes to become the best of the best. Join the Pros The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) and the Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) are the premier leagues for professional 10-pin bowlers in the United States. Unlike the NFL or MLB, in which players are drafted onto teams before participating professionally, it’s fairly simple to join the PBA or PWBA. Members either pay an annual fee or have to meet certain requirements: scoring a 200 or higher at each tournament they’ve entered, bowling at least 36 games, or having an overall average of 190 or better. To participate in the PWBA, bowlers must have a scoring average of 190 or higher in any recognized United States Bowling Congress (USBC) league. Practice, Practice, Practice You may see a professional bowler score 190 at a regional tournament and think, “I can do that.” That’s the beauty of bowling! Anyone can score
high, but comparing your Wednesday night league average to a pro is like comparing the score from your pickup game of soccer to the scores at the World Cup. For starters, unlike what you’d find at any standard bowling alley, the lanes in a professional setting are oiled specifically to create a more difficult path for the ball, forcing the pros to toss mechanical-like throws. This takes time and dedication to perfect. Find Monetary Support Unlike many other professional sports, bowlers make very little money. The average bowler makes more than $40,000 annually, but they often have to provide their own funds for lodging, travel, and tournament entry fees. Some professional bowlers even have side gigs to supplement their income from the sport. However, many bowlers admit that it’s not about the money. Instead, it’s the friendly competition and the glorious sound of the pins that bring them back for more. Learn more about these professional leagues at PBA.com or PWBA.com if you’re interested in picking up bowling as a professional sport or just a hobby!
This Summer’s Most Healthy, Delicious Canned Food Projects Enjoy your favorite in-season summer eats all year long!
Summer is still in full swing, but fall will be here soon, and you might end up wondering what to do with extra summer fruits and vegetables. If you find yourself in that situation and are also looking for a new stay-at-home project to pick up, consider canning foods. This is a wonderful way to take advantage of the season, prolong ingredient shelf-life (if you’re on a budget), try new things with your family, and even give gifts to loved ones and neighbors. Here are a few ideas that you should give a shot. Jams — Peaches, Cherries, Figs, Mangoes Nothing beats homemade jam, and not just because it’s made with love! You often have to spend $5–$8 (or even more) on a good jar of artisan jam that doesn’t have preservatives or high-fructose corn syrup. If you’ve never made homemade jams before, you’ll be amazed by how easy it is! Fruit and sugar are often all that’s necessary. Try this by using the season’s most ripe fruits, like peaches, cherries, figs, mangoes, and even plums or raspberries. Pickled Varieties — Beets, Chiles, Cucumbers, Shallots A little bit of vinegar in our diet can add vitamins, mineral salts, amino acids, and polyphenolic compounds that are hard to find elsewhere, and pickles are a
great way of doing it. While cucumbers thrive in summer and are most popular for pickling, who says you should be limited to cucumber pickles? Pickling, like jam making, is an art form all on its own, and there are many ways to do it across the globe. Garlic also is at its best in summer, so throw it into your pickling project and try unique combinations! Sauces — Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic Homemade canned tomato sauce and basil pesto won’t just impress your friends at every dinner party — they’ll win over your family’s hearts and stomachs night after night. It’s also way better than subjecting them to the preservatives found in the grocery store versions. These will help you achieve an artisan, restaurant- quality meal for far less than it’d cost otherwise, especially since you can make these sauce ingredients in bulk. Plus, with the Source H2O’s water systems, your sauces will taste even more amazing. We hope these ideas will help inspire you in the kitchen! Have a fun, healthy August!
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