National Bowling Day

Bowling is a sport that involves rolling a ball down a lane in an attempt to knock down a set of pins arranged at the end of the lane. The objective of the game is to score points by knocking down as many pins as possible with each roll of the ball. The standard game of bowling consists of 10 frames, with each frame giving the player two rolls to knock down all the pins. If the player knocks down all the pins with the first roll, it is called a strike, and the frame is over. If the player knocks down some but not all of the pins with the first roll, they get a second roll to try to knock down the remaining pins. If the player knocks down all the pins with the second roll, it is called a spare. Each pin that is knocked down is worth one point, with bonus points awarded for strikes and spares. In addition to the standard game, there are many variations of bowling, including candlepin bowling, ten-pin bowling, and duckpin bowling, each with its own rules and scoring system. Bowling is a popular recreational activity and competitive sport, with many people participating in leagues and tournaments around the world. It is also a popular activity for socializing with friends and family, and many bowling alleys offer food, drinks, and other entertainment options in addition to the bowling itself.