I don't see any problem with the team only prize fund, as long as it is voted on and passed by the league members. One could argue that paying for individual performances on a scratch and handicap basis is biased toward two specific groups of league bowlers: those with high averages (scratch) and those with lower averages who have taken steps to improve their games (handicap). Eliminating those awards leaves more money for everyone equally. Just my 2 cents.
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