Did Anthony Simonsen really flip JR the double Bird? Simo and JR hate each other?

[@JCGoKingsGo]

Good on Simonsen texting you like that. Good to see how you both handled it with a little humor at the end. 👍

[@bobbybearbowling]

Exactly. Think they both handled it well. I’m 62 and somewhat mild mannered but didn’t stop me from punching a(padded) wall months ago in league. Not my proudest moment.

[@R093R]

If you’re bowling without passion why are you even out there? Without passion there are no pro sports! Great perspective JR! Thank you!

[@JonHop1]

Well I agree with this to some extent, there is crossing the line tho... I think flipping the bird is pretty immature, but its not the end of the world and Its not really a big deal at all. I was confused why people really even cared on Facebook last night. JR said it himself.... He would never flip anyone the bird... And same here... I get very emotional and angry sometimes, but I am not gonna disrespect anyone or take out my frustration on anyone else either.

[@NathanMoist]

@@JonHop1 Agreed the flip was over the line and would get you in trouble in any pro sport. But the people that think these guys should show no emotion or frustration are missing it. They are mostly bowling for their lives. Let them show their emotion. This may involve and outburst or a slamming of a ball. Something like that. A guy breaks a bat over his knee after a strikeout people just say oh he's just playing with passion. Bowling should be no different.

[@JonHop1]

@@NathanMoist For me, I more dislike when any Professional takes out their frustration on other people. I have zero issues with anyone showing emotion, but I think when it is directed at other people, that is a problem. Like I said, I think what Simo did was pretty tame and not that big a deal, but I still don't like it when he is using JR as a target to take out his frustration for such petty reasons. This type of behavior should be condemned and not encouraged.

[@NathanMoist]

@@JonHop1 You're right. I was at an event where Simo went a little over the line with a scoring unit. At the '20 Players Championship he ripped the keypad unit behind the ball return out of the ground. But I've met him a few times and he has always been very nice.

[@dougblazer1376]

This is just as you said, people are human. Thanks for being the adult in the room. People like to always be on edge. It's a game.

[@rollingreene1220]

JR this speaks volumes as to why we enjoy your content - I hope this just blows over and we keep getting even better presentations from the rest

[@grillmaster95]

I wonder what we would've seen and heard from the pros in the 80s and the 90s if we had livestreams of qualifying and bracket matchplay. This really isnt that crazy

[@venompearl]

Every generation has a Simonsen , Weber, Holman, it’s nothing new. Lots of raw fire and passion!

[@duaneenterline5069]

Not even match play and brackets. Holman kicked and broke a foul light on TV.

[@TraumaER]

JR you did nothing wrong. Simo needs to grow up. Good bowling!!! 👍

[@DS-qz2gu]

2:30

[@SolidSum93]

Ej also caught a bad break with DeeRonn going 784 against him. Not much you can do against that but congrats to all the finalists and Ej for still placing 6th

[@getsmartpaul]

Hey JR and Cody, watched you guys at the Masters at my home center. It was an absolutely awesome time seeing you guys compete. Happy you guys did well ! I felt that you two guys supporting each other as a team was helpful like Team Bohn, Brad and Kyle, House …

[@tonysanta3497]

He was communicating... You know... Extending foreign relations.

[@gusthanasulas5550]

Nice top gun reference lmao😅

[@chadwhedbee5581]

I figured you were a class act just by your personality and general demeanor, but this confirmed it. You said it was a non-issue, that people made into an issue on social media and how you didn't even feel like he needed to apologize because you don't get offended over every little thing like 98% of ppl nowadays. Especially these social media fanatics. Props to Simon saying hey man I was just frustrated my bad. So yea let's not make issues out of nothing. Good job to both of y'all at the masters

[@joerivera-soto8914]

Sorry Jr, I don't agree, the fact that these things are expected of Simo does not excuse him from being a jerk every time something doesn't go the way he wants, that in my school is called a stuck-up girl.

[@Tenpindoctors]

Not excusing it. Just saying I get it

[@bradgoldman5053]

Good class JR

[@rynosplace7041]

Good job this week!! Liking the way you took this ordeal. Good sport

[@darylgould8923]

Come to Australia mate. We have bowlers kicking ball returns breaking chairs etc.... and that's just checking in!

[@batl_born702]

I’m honestly tired of everyone badmouthing Simo. He’s one of the coolest people I’ve ever met. He’s constantly donating equipment to our youth program. Every one of the people hating on him are the same people who voted for a broken brained zombie because of “mean tweets”. Look where that got you. CLOWNS.

[@rohodover770]

I’m glad JR handled it well and de-escalated the issue. My only concern is the professionalism and the sponsors names on everyone’s shirt. I know Turbo and BowlerX wouldn’t appreciate that kind of behavior. We bowlers that carry a sponsors name on our shirts are an extension of their product and or their company. I hope he adjusts for his sake, his sponsors, and the PBA.

[@tonyk438]

Why? This gets them more view time. I agree that at some point of egregiousness, a sponsor won't like it. Anything below that point just is more advertising for a fixed fee. If you do it too often, then I think the other players will start to dislike you. Many competitive sports have this stuff, and it doesn't hurt them. In fact, it draws in viewers. I think bowling needs more of this stuff to grow the sport. When I grew up, bowling was mainstream sport. Perhaps it is too reserved for modern times.

[@MM3ScubaSteveUSN]

JR and Cody bowled VERY well this week! Excellent performance, guys!👍 If Pat Dombrowski wins, I wonder if they'll play "Moon Over Parma"? 🤣(Just kidding-a little NE Ohio humor). 😉

[@ScottyThompson-lt7wl]

Cool video talk tech bowling Jr Raymond

[@MarkDavidBlack]

Well said JR. Looking forward to tomorrow.

[@tonyk438]

This stuff happens in everyday life all the time in many work environments. In my experience, if two people truly dislike each other and this happens more than birds start flying. Pete Webber brought this aspect to the game. It got to the point, i think, where people tuned in to watch if he would explode with those emotions.

[@John-bo1sz]

Getting mad at equipment and kicking your bag or throwing your club into the water is one thing. But directing Ill will towards another player is something completely different.

[@michaelriley7146]

I like to see this. Makes us realize that PBA bowlers are human as well. It is a part of the sport. Everyone is going to get this way.

[@JG-tx7mt]

See you in Allen Park! Good luck

[@stevepatterson10x]

He was letting you know your number 1 well actually number 2.

[@chriswebb98]

I agree that passion can be shown in different ways when competing in any sport. For Simo's display of passion, although I do not agree with how it was shown, never should have been towards you. If anything, he should have flipped a double bird to the lanes or the pins for him not being able to beat those lanes that particular day. Bowling is a lot like golf, this is a game that has an outcome of only your skill that day. There is nothing anybody else can or cannot do to make you score any better or any worse. Simo may be a really nice guy, I do not know, but this shows a bit of immaturity on his part. However, I am glad that the ones involved have moved past this as we the fans should too.

[@russellgilbert3453]

So what if he did, J R, do yo dance. Don't like no one steal your joy! 😁

[@ozneroll2132]

JR...you need to get with DJ Archer to improve those dance moves! Lol

[@ChrisNyenhuis]

This reminds of the hate Caitlin Clark gets for being emotional when playing ball. People get emotional when you put in all that work. Everyone sees everything she does when the cameras are on her 24/7. People need to relax. Great bowling JR. So happy to see you doing well.

[@GregA387]

I demand at least 4 pairs of courtesy when I bowl tournaments

[@skidhookroll]

Your are a stand up dude JR. You definitely don't appeal to everyone, but that's a good thing, right?

[@Tenpindoctors]

I'm not here to be loved by all, I'm here to help bowlers improve while improving myself

[@dennisdeluca7115]

Now that every one has there own utube channel to discuss there every thought , opens opportunity for people to critique every movement in there day to day life , crazy , no wonder he don’t like you ! Try to add a little a mystery to your day !

[@chrismagory9423]

You bowled great

[@athlonen]

I personally don’t think it is an issue, as we’ve seen worse.. I mean, we had PDW’s entire career. But the issue here is what the PBA would do if equipment was broken or destroyed. I mean, didn’t Holman get suspended for 10 tournaments for kicking out and destroying a foul light?

[@bigyodatheman]

Hmm

[@giovonnipistiola5140]

I'm not even going to go into the amount of hate I've received from other bowlers😏 They can waste their energy I'm not going to waste mine 😊

[@JonHop1]

Simo is a strange guy, not gonna lie...

[@thomasbirmingham9394]

I’d be real worried about his 5’5” ass 😂

[@Peter-ws6xp]

Hi Belmo Great to see you ding well All the best for the remainder of the tournament. My ball choice would be la 15lb Journey

[@photoc]

This is not Belmo's channel, LOL.

[@onefastneonrt]

Is he a pro?

[@MsEeyore14]

Nothing wrong with show emotion he apologized JR doesn’t care clearly time to move on scrubs not your business anyways

[@herbieholland5800]

EJ is killing it just has to finish the job.

[@JonHop1]

EJ is out bro....

[@glendasmith7010]

Really when you do Barbie views, you don't do a good job on Barbie views you make up stories. You're just alone for the free ride.

[@chriskelly509]

I saw the video, you did nothing wrong.

[@mikegreen2078]

You are 100 percent right! Passionate people react !

[@millsdjr]

What amazing class JR, this is why you have my business coach. What amazing leadership and respect, bud.

[@jasoncoles8063]

I understand Simo.. we've babied pros for years now. Shit every little noise click cough sneeze squeak pin drop machine rattle they stop and throw a fit..in Jonesboro Arkansas Simo slung a bowling bag and rolled my then 5 year old on the ground. I went at him and AJ Johnson grabbed me and calmed me down. However in saying all this... I was the same way we all expect to be perfect I kicked many a ball returns in tournaments. Then one day you grow up and realize what an embarrassment you are and stop. This will happen to him. Then they will name a tournament in Missouri after him. Then he will cry and say how good the young ones are.. oh wait just see Pete Weber the biggest cry baby in history. Simo is just like him

[@nFISHnNation]

Congrats on you and Cody's great week ! Enjoyed the content of y'all 's journey at the USBC Masters ! Keep grinding !

[@Tenpindoctors]

Appreciate it!!

[@Doc-chan]

Simo, four lanes down, could have been bothered by your quick spin after your strike?!

[@zeissmanzeissman5852]

I disagree- double bird means fuck you twice!

[@cameronmorgan0203]

Bowling is a fun game. The only thing is from time to time it’s drama that gets involved dealing with great bowlers “pros and the semi-pro’s”!!!!! It’s always great to have fun, the only thing is depending on the circumstances and time, different bowlers are going to have different views of that depending on who they are, if they like to joke and if they are bowling good or bad. Great thing is they messaged each other, all has been squashed, now it’s time to move on and nip it in the bud. Can’t wait to see the Masters tomorrow 👏🏾

[@billylusk3515]

He needs to learn that he cant do that and control his anger. They need to fine his as....no excuses

[@spec215able]

1 seed in pronounced "Dee" "Ron"... like two names. Really good and humble dude.

[@TrojanLuver7]

That's the Michigan pronounciation!😁🎳

[@leaving10pins44]

Situations like these I feel is partially why bowling doesn’t take off. The community is simply soft and situations like these, where no fuss should happen because you guys apologized like men, ends in people crying about simo saying he isn’t professional. Need more players that trash talk and show competitiveness while backing it up like simo and Pete

[@melvinmcentee7852]

Lol. That was it?? Hahaha. I thought you at least did a cartwheel and summersault.

[@LouisCsanko]

People will judge you sometimes. No one likes to lose. Sometimes things just don't go right.

[@s0meguy809]

EJ is unreal. For most people, making a show is rare. For EJ, missing a show is rare.

[@sonofnothing]

Emotion. Yeah like the stepladder finals these days. Troup shows the most. Everyone else is boring. Flip back to the 80s and 90s and those guys went ape shit in frame one when throwing a strike. We need more energy, tantrums, shit talking, everything. Everyone making comments about Simo can kick rocks. You're actually one of his cohorts, and the fact that you're like yeah whatever, is the ONLY opinion that matters. 👊

[@DaveBais]

Just jalous of your awesome strike. Haha. Hopefully u will meet him in a tv final and u do your dance :)

[@SkipperRipper]

You’re not the first guy to walk away then spin back to make sure the pins are gone. :)

[@bhcamaro2002]

Not sure how he could even see you he starts 3/4 of the way up on the approach, but you guys handled it great afterwards 😂

[@brianw8083]

It is crazy now in days that anything slips past a camera. Heck I remember the first picture we got to see then an hour a two later we get to see a video from your pair. It would be hard to get a full story 10 years ago but now that everyone has cameras and recording you get to see everything now. Just good to see both ends of the story so it is not just one side with everyone asking what the heck happened to cause that?

[@thomasunderwood8833]

Some of you people must not ever bowled on a Mens league, this happens all the timecand it's not a big deal, it's Sports like JR said. I've had someone flick me off before because they hit the pocket and left a 7-10 and I hit Brooklyn and obliterated the pins and get flicked off. It is what it is. 😊😊

[@radinsyah1574]

I disagree JR. No matter the reason, there’s no excuse whatsoever to flip like that. And kicking bags is different to flipping the bird at someone else. Winning is not everything. There’re winners, and there’re champions. People forget the earlier and love the latter.

[@SteveJones-ul9ex]

Simo's reputation as a poor sport once again being displayed. His talent is not in question, but his character sure is.

[@Tenpindoctors]

I don't think this shows his character off the lanes. just on them which I love passion

[@tonyrauls1941]

Ever competed at the highest level of your sport? He personally apologized, what else do you require, your highness?

[@JonHop1]

@@tonyrauls1941 ehh not every Pro acts like Simo tho... Simo can be a baby at times and very immature, I think we can all admit that... Flipping someone off, 4 lanes over, for gawking at their ball reaction for 2 seconds is a bit bizarre, Im not gonna lie..

[@tonyrauls1941]

JR did nothing wrong, so Simo reacted in the heat of the moment then apologized. What exactly is the problem? The two involved are over it, so make me understand the problem?

[@joshg218]

Simo is like Pete. He uses his passion to get him fired up. He really seems like a nice guy off the lanes

[@bowlfitlove]

Ahhhh I disagree with it doesn’t show his character…….passion is fine. N if u must show some frustration take it out on ur stuff and urself. Not other people’s property nor other people period. Mad, upset, frustrated doesn’t give u a pass to be disrespectful at all. That’s a character flaw that’s supposed to be going away as u grow tf up.

[@clintonkahler2082]

Please start putting spoiler ALERTS in your titles....thanks

[@ColemanMulkerin]

I get upset at league bowling. I couldn't imagine bowling for thousands and behave perfectly and not show emotion 😂

[@robs531]

Wait, his beef was THAT???? Look I’ve bashed you for whining about urethane but I gotta be fair, that wasn’t worth that. Next time do the worm.

[@NXCoyoteF150]

People never realize that when you are a competitor at any level and you're in the heat of competition you react emotionally without stopping and thinking of what it is you actual just did. It happens. While during a tournament in a diff sport my best friend of 27 yrs now almost went to blows in the middle of a game because of a call by a umpire and yet it was a terrible reaction by us both.

[@geowilson1587]

he is the replacement pdw….fine in order…but probably not issued..like pdw…shameful

[@stevenharris1235]

It's competition!!! Lol. Crap happens

[@jeffthompson7976]

You were 2 pairs down anyway. Also, what you did most everyone does. So why it bothered him is his problem. Hes a great bowler but hes also a drama queen.

[@antzworld188]

Simo an excellent bowler but bad sportsmanship...period

[@James-ri7kz]

I love people trash talking me any sport because I always win I won't do it because most off the time it back fires at the end off the day shit happens I don't care if I win with that additude I bowl better

[@gunz300]

If we all judged each other by how we acted when we're bowling our worst, none of us would have any friends.

[@sirwreckshop82]

I'm so happy seeing another fellow slanted bald head :) We're out here!

[@shawntaylor7442]

At least it was about something other than urethane for a change 😅

[@Vietboy004]

He young and immature also alot of ego in his position

[@2AChef-n-BBQ]

Lmfao, JR .....complete oblivion......thats funny

[@Tenpindoctors]

🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Cartel336]

Handled it like men. Honorable 🤝

[@240iBMW]

So he did do it. 😮 apology is nice. But I’m surprised he admitted it

[@wingracer1614]

How could he deny it? It's on video and all over reddit.

[@bobjanicki9045]

Well said jr

[@waynehojnacki5193]

Really Simo is a great bowler but a whiner beyond compare.

[@JonHop1]

Yeah, I dont really consider this "passion" at all... I consider it disrespectful and immature... Is it a big deal? No... But I dont see someone exhibiting passion at all, I see a sore loser and a baby taking out his frustration on someone else. Some top pro's deal with frustration better than others... 😂.. Would you ever See Bill Oniell, Walter Ray or Norm Duke flipping another bowler off? Of course not... And especially WRWjr has been in some crazy heated matches in the past.

[@yournightmareracing1754]

I really haven't paid you much mind, and I promise you it takes both technique and specific strength to throw a bowling ball at a high level, but well played sir. I'm a new fan. God bless and Happy Easter!

[@nordattack]

Lots of bowlers before him suffered identical or worse pressure and never flipped off or directed angry words to other opponents for striking. Some bowlers just have class and are Professionals. As had been said many times, Simo is the only one in his way. He needs to get over himself big time and start moving on to a success mindset.

[@302efi]

You're not going to react to the Bowling Science group?

[@Tenpindoctors]

They won't let me in the group. Ive reacted to their garbage the last day. what did I miss?

[@Brian_B300]

Don’t know what was said, but if it’s like it used to be nobody should react to those clowns

[@venompearl]

Sh** happens, the moments over, move on to the next game.

[@photoc]

somehow there is a nearly 10 minute video about it, lol. 20 years ago guys would just talk to each other and move on. Nowadays, let's make videos for clicks and views going on and on about something that could have been wrapped up in a 30 second clip.

[@hankgolfer1]

You had the game won against Vergos. 7th frame open killed it. I was rooting for you. Enjoyed seeing you on bowltv. When you struck you nailed the strikes. You did great. Hopefully will see you on Fox or FS1 finals oneday. Love your instructional videos. If I lived close to you, you would be my go to person for ball drilling and lessons.

[@abutlersr3203]

I appreciate you taking time to bring context and a professional perspective to this. Bowlers are human, have different personalities, and different ways of processing stress. You have laid back, jerks, hot heads, cool and mellow, hyper, and everything in between. Your clip is a good reminder to not take anything too serious... competitive or not its still a game... Keep inspiring and teaching brother. #Respects

[@energysifu]

I checked your performance and Cody and was hoping you could be in the ladder. There was a guy from Puerto Rico who also made the cut Israel Hernandez. To be in those first 64 is valuable, it means that you’re among the best of the world, so congratulations for that.

[@drwisdom1]

I consider Mr. Simonsen to be the best pro bowler. That he knows who Mr. Raymond is and is willing to have a rivalry with him is really a compliment in disguise. Rivalries really improve the watchability of pro bowling, with the Belmonte/Rash being the best is bowling history.

[@energysifu]

It’s great that Simonsen apologized and much better the way you handle it. Colorful athletes are always needed, specially if TV presentation is involved. So far it has not been bad for bowling, a sport that continues to grow. Personally I like sportsmanship but we have to admit that is boring.

[@herbieholland5800]

No Big deal great bowling this week JR followed you all week. I'm 55 years old bowled the Masters once in my life on my way to Vegas for the Military tournament which I bowl three times a year. Great none issue on the Siomonsen thing it's just bowling.

[@TimDocHarper]

To be a pro (in any sport) one needs passion, huge competitiveness and, yes, some ego. When things get tense and it's all on the line... well -- stuff, as they say, happens. You handled it like what you are. A Pro. From the texts, looks like he did too. Next...

[@kelvinawaya2114]

Everybody is human I agree. But there are ways of handling yourself and coping with frustration. Flipping someone off while being filmed, probably not a good option. Public opinion seems to be mixed and that’s fine and dandy. If anyone chooses to behave in such a way, then they had better be understanding that other people are human too. And their reaction to such a gesture could result in a 3 piece and a soda. Just sayin…

[@markashley9955]

Great explanation and thanks. For me bowling will make you mad. Throw the perfect shot and not carry will test you. Then if your opponent continues to get breaks it is tough. I am a novice at best but really enjoy watching the pros. Thanks again.

[@michaelpangelinan2167]

There’s no defense in bowling… it’s why I love the game. You win because you’re repeating shots… and it’s your fault if you lose. You congratulate your opponent and have a beer. Great sport!

[@Victriol]

I am always for a bad guy. He is the new PDW and I like it. Just like wrestling, be cheered, be booed, but when you come out to nothing, then that is in when you are in trouble. We have too many good guys now, and we need more Simos out there. Not saying he is a bad guy, just saying on the lanes, he is emotional and a red ass just like PDW.

[@Brian_B300]

Glad to hear you guys are able to do what you do on the lanes and squash all the BS afterwards. The dumbest part about it are the armchair analysts blowing stuff up in the comments that have no clue what’s going on but think they do. Great week out there for both you and Cody and I hope to see you guys in some finals. Stay up

[@rickmorty8697]

I also don't like JR

[@Tenpindoctors]

Cry about it

[@evgrin1507]

If there was more trash talking it might actually make bowling halfway interesting tho.. if they allowed fighting like in hockey I would imagine people actually wanting to watch