1st Annual BowlingBoards.com Virtual Tour!!!

[Mudpuppy]

Sorry for the late reply. I'm in. It might make things easier as far as an even number here in So Cal too.

Aslan-Do you have league sheets form that last league at Carter handy? If not Chris has it somewhere. I can email it to you later today if needed.

Awesome. I will add your name to the list.

[Aslan]

Sorry for the late reply. I'm in. It might make things easier as far as an even number here in So Cal too.

Aslan-Do you have league sheets form that last league at Carter handy? If not Chris has it somewhere. I can email it to you later today if needed.

I "may" have the last scoresheet from Carter. Does this mean you don't have a USBC ID #? I'll also need the centers of every league you played in last year, assuming you played in leagues other than our league at Carter.

Wow that is pretty interesting. Maybe something to consider for season 2 Aslan? I think what the you vs the field scoring system misses out on is the competition of you vs a random bowler from BB. I think that part mights it fun and interesting as well. But we haven't started yet so it is possible to use this you vs the field scoring. It's up to our Californian connection and then for the field to buy in.

Absolutely. I think it's too late in the game to go down that route right now (1 day from the tour starting), but as I said in an earlier post...for season 2...2015...I plan to transfer duties to the next person in line (probably Mudpuppy since he's shown the most interest) and that person could make whatever changes they'd like. That way this doesn't become "my tournament" and discourage participants who aren't "Aslan fans".

[Bunny]

I "may" have the last scoresheet from Carter. Does this mean you don't have a USBC ID #? I'll also need the centers of every league you played in last year, assuming you played in leagues other than our league at Carter.

No USBC ID# and no other leagues. I've only done leagues at Carter. The first one was last Spring. It's tough with Chris' schedule. Plus, Bud and Babs are both super busy right now too so no team to bowl with. We've just been bowling when we can and following the cheap rates around OC.

I should be able to pull out the league sheet tonight to scan and email to you.

[Mudpuppy]

I "may" have the last scoresheet from Carter. Does this mean you don't have a USBC ID #? I'll also need the centers of every league you played in last year, assuming you played in leagues other than our league at Carter.



Absolutely. I think it's too late in the game to go down that route right now (1 day from the tour starting), but as I said in an earlier post...for season 2...2015...I plan to transfer duties to the next person in line (probably Mudpuppy since he's shown the most interest) and that person could make whatever changes they'd like. That way this doesn't become "my tournament" and discourage participants who aren't "Aslan fans".

I like the idea of the rotating duties - imo we should make it an elected position for season 2. Those who participate all get a vote. First we nominate potential candidates and those candidates have to accept the nomination. Then we elect. Then there is a 1-2 month planning period to go over the rules, etc. before season 2 starts.

[Mike White]

It doesn't matter if those are scratch or handicap scores shown in the example,

If it's a Handicap Tourney you use the Handicap scores to figure the standings.
If it's a Scratch Tourney you use the Scratch scores to figure the standings.

The process will be the same.

But to help out I'll change it to handicap scores ALAKAZAM! POOF! those are Handicap scores!

Without the handicap, it made the low average bowler appear to have no chance.

People jump to conclusions based on appearance, not on the actual facts.

Look what happened when I suggested using handicap of 90% from 250.

"Oh no... that's cheating."

[Mike White]

Absolutely. I think it's too late in the game to go down that route right now (1 day from the tour starting), but as I said in an earlier post...for season 2...2015...I plan to transfer duties to the next person in line (probably Mudpuppy since he's shown the most interest) and that person could make whatever changes they'd like. That way this doesn't become "my tournament" and discourage participants who aren't "Aslan fans".

So what you're saying is, it will be a rotating dictatorship.

There hasn't been one ball thrown yet. Put it to a vote.

[Mudpuppy]

So what you're saying is, it will be a rotating dictatorship.

There hasn't been one ball thrown yet. Put it to a vote.

Mike let's just see how season 1 goes and learn from it - Aslan came up with the concept so let's run with it.

But after season 1 I think we need an elected leader and a "steering committee" or board of sorts. So the leader has to make sure to keep the board focused and is the final say if there isn't an conclusive decision by the board. That's my thoughts. We could vote on a model of leadership for season 2 before electing anyone and have a general consensus on best path forward. But you are right - 1 ball hasn't been thrown. Let's just get this off the ground with what Mr. Aslan has set up - good, bad, ugly or indifferent. Let's see how it goes. He came up with the great idea so let's just see how it plays out. Season 1 could be near perfect and could be the exact model for all future seasons.

[classygranny]

Still need to determine how to handle the absentee situation, in case a bowler decides not to bowl one month.

[bowl1820]

Without the handicap, it made the low average bowler appear to have no chance.

People jump to conclusions based on appearance, not on the actual facts.

Look what happened when I suggested using handicap of 90% from 250.

"Oh no... that's cheating."

Okay mike go back and look I made a new example, it shows averages, handicap, handicap scores.

It shouldn't scare any low average bowlers (a 126 ave came in 2nd place!)

[Mudpuppy]

We should have everyone vote on it - especially now since we have 11 people there will be no ties. So my opinion is two choices:

1. -10 of the absent bowler's average or if bowling the blind then -10 of the bowler's own average
2. Draw - Bowler A vs Bowler B and Bowler C v Bowler A but bowler A is only eligible for 4 points total as is B and C. If someone chooses not to bowl (absentee) then another opponent (Bowler A in the example) is randomly drawn to bowl against.