Bowler (ten-pin)

A bowler in the context of ten-pin bowling is an individual who participates in the sport by rolling a bowling ball down a lane towards ten pins, with the objective of knocking down as many pins as possible. The bowler's skill is measured by their ability to consistently and accurately deliver the ball to achieve strikes (knocking down all ten pins on the first attempt) and spares (knocking down all remaining pins on the second attempt).

The term "bowler" is broadly used for anyone participating in the act of bowling, ranging from recreational players to highly skilled professionals. In competitive settings, bowlers often have established averages, which reflect their performance over a series of games. These averages are used to handicap bowlers, allowing individuals of varying skill levels to compete fairly.

Factors influencing a bowler's performance include their physical stance, swing technique, ball speed, accuracy, and the ability to read the lane conditions. Lane conditions refer to the oil pattern applied to the lane, which affects the ball's trajectory and hook potential. Experienced bowlers are adept at adjusting their approach and ball choice to adapt to different oil patterns.

Beyond individual performance, bowlers may also participate in team bowling, where their scores are combined with those of their teammates to determine a collective score. In this context, teamwork and strategic ball placement become important aspects of the game.