REX VLOG Episode 5: Finger Pitches for 2 Handed Players | TIPS AND TRICKS!!

Today, Theo discusses pitches and how they affect your ball roll as a 2 handed player. He goes into depth on what he is currently using and gives tips on eliminating tracking over the middle finger (assuming right handed)! This can work both ways for lefty and righty, just pitch in the proper directions according to which hand the bowler uses.
🎳Table of Contents🎳
00:00 - Intro
01:28 - Theo's Finger Pitches
02:00 - Why use so much reverse in fingers?
04:34 - Tips for tracking over the middle finger
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[@user-oh3ks1hk1c]

Thank you very much for your advice. I'll give it a try.

[@RealExperienceReviews]

No problem! Glad I can help you!

[@PurpleHammers]

Good vid!

[@RealExperienceReviews]

Thank you so much!! 🫶

[@LiberDBell]

could different pitches give you more or less natural axis rotation by changing finger dominance? for example if im 1" rev in both could chaning to 3/4 in ring get more natural axis rotation by making my ring finger dominant

[@RealExperienceReviews]

Yep! You start moving into the “performance fitting” aspect. Since this video was made, I have now gone to 3/4 left, 1/2 rev in my middle and 0 lateral, 1/4 rev in the ring to keep from my hand locking up at rotation and prevent middle finger blisters. Again, everyone is different. The difference in those pitches can make a difference in roll for sure!

[@met4lb4ze]

Hey Theo, I currently have 1” reverse in both fingers and 3/8 laterally each way. I track over the MF pretty much right through the middle most times. What do you recommend? I like how relaxed it feels with semi-fingertip, but I feel like it comes off my hand a bit too early unless I really support it with my non-ball side hand. Thanks for the vids!

[@RealExperienceReviews]

Hey man! Thanks for reaching out! So, if you are tracking hard over the middle finger I would first try adding more pitch to the middle finger (if no injuries are there). Let’s say you’re 1” in both now, try doing 3/8 to 1/2 rev in the middle finger and leave ring where it is. That should help pull your track over a bit. If that doesn’t work, try shifting your laterals. Instead of 3/8 both ways, maybe go 1/2 to 5/8 left in the middle and 1/8 right in the ring finger. Takes some experimenting but from what I’ve seen that’s helped the high schoolers I’ve been coaching is adding more middle finger pitch, and also doing drills to stay behind the ball. Let me know how things turn out and don’t be afraid to comment back once you’ve tried something! Best of luck - Theo

[@met4lb4ze]

@@RealExperienceReviews Thanks for the prompt and thorough response! I think this is some extremely viable feedback. I happened to notice that my MF actually points towards my RF a bit. I tried throwing my buddy’s spare ball last night and he has 1/4 rev in both fingers and 3/8 laterally each way. I didn’t hear the ball thumping over the finger holes and I was able to seemingly hit it a lot harder. The one thing I did notice though is that there was more play in my RF as it didn’t seem to be flush in the ball like my MF. So I’m guessing the suggestion to pitch laterally might resolve this issue. I have a ton of bowling balls being pitch plugged right now and I plan to have an answer for my pso on Saturday. Biggest thing is tracking lower while retaining the comfort I have currently with the 1” rev pitches I have currently. Thanks again man!

[@Joshuaperalta8]

Can I adjust my pitches more left and right without plugging up my bowling ball again? Also same issue here with middle finger tracking. I got my pap checked and re drilled my ball with the new pap yet it still rolled over the middle finger. What should i do? I have both fingers 1/2 reverse. My middle is 1/8 left and ring 1/2 right

[@RealExperienceReviews]

I would try pitch plugging your fingers and go 1/4 rev in middle 1/2 left and then 1/2 rev ring 1/8 to 1/4 right. Try that first and see where your track is. Generally, if we start pitching left that should help you out a little bit and add some dominance on the middle finger. Comment here after you try it and lmk how it goes!

[@Joshuaperalta8]

@RealExperienceReviews thanks, I'll try this when my new ball comes. But how about turning the ring 3/4 rev instead of 1/4 middle? Basically just increasing the ring instead of decreasing the ring. Would this be OK as well?

[@Joshuaperalta8]

@@RealExperienceReviews I forgot to mention that when it tracks. It's not fully on the grips. It ranges from either just the rubber itself or a quarter of the finger hole but never more than half of the middle finger hole

[@RealExperienceReviews]

I would generally start with the pitches I recommended and see what happens first. I believe for your case going left should help alleviate the roll over the middle finger ad adding some dominant middle finger pitch. Keep me posted on how it goes! Best thing to do is trying a used old ball so you’re not drilling a new one to make changes on. Once you find something that works then move forward.

[@user-oh3ks1hk1c]

If you can swing through the limit of your left foot I am practicing with the hope that it will heal.

[@user-oh3ks1hk1c]

Nice to meet you, I'm Japanese. I have the same problem. I can't listen. How should I pitch? Thank you very much.

[@RealExperienceReviews]

Hey there! No worries, glad to help. If you’re tracking over the middle finger, what are your current pitches? It’ll be easier for me to help you based on what you currently have. Then we can make some adjustments from there.

[@user-oh3ks1hk1c]

1/4 reverse in both fingers 3/8　left　middle　、3/8　right　ring　　　thank you

[@RealExperienceReviews]

I would try a ball with 1/4 reverse, 1/2 left in your middle finger, and 1/2 reverse, 1/4 right in your ring. I like to see if pitching more left and getting some reverse in your ring will move your track over. Let's try that and put some more dominance on your middle finger and see what happens! Just comment back and let me know how it goes or feel free to find me on instagram: theorocker247 and shoot me a message!

[@user-oh3ks1hk1c]

Hello, if you follow my advice It no longer goes through the finger hole. thank you very much. Looking forward to more videos.

[@canefan17]

Wouldn’t getting your ring finger out first make your middle finger dominant (giving you more rotation)? Most ams 2 handers come too far around the ball as it is. I would think making them middle finger dominant would make it worse.

[@RealExperienceReviews]

So, it really depends. We see a lot of 2 handed players with negative tilt. Putting more pitch in the middle finger helps you create some natural tilt. Obviously, it's better if the bowler utilizes and learns specific wrist/hand motions at the bottom. This will allow them to use more standard pitches instead of different performance style fitting. Everyone is unique! This is why drilling is such an art.