3-POINT TARGET SYSTEM FOR ADVANCED LANE PLAY

Try the following targeting system to improve your ability to play any lane condition as well as create better angles.

Step # 1:    

Determine the Exit Point Based on the Pattern Length (PL - 31)      

The exit point is not the break point.  This is the ideal location, based on research, that the ball should leave the end of the oil pattern to maximize your margin of error.  For example, a 40 foot pattern has an exit point of board 9 @ 40 feet (i.e., 40 - 31 = 9).  And, a 35 foot pattern has an exit point of board 4 @ 35 feet (i.e., 35 - 31 = 4).

Step # 2:          

Determine a Focal Point Based on the Desired Launch Angle

Project a line from the exit point to the pin deck.  Target closer to the headpin for longer patterns. Target further from the headpin for shorter patterns.

Step # 3:          

Choose a Visual Target

With the line creating from the Exit Point and Focal Point, you know can choose a visual target.  Bring the local from the Focal Point through the Exit Point to where you want to target.  This also will provide you with guidance on where to stand for the angle of the target line created.  In general, as a starting point, Target closer to the exit point on shorter patterns. Target closer to the arrows on longer patterns. Target past the exit point if you need.

Step # 4:

Draw an Imaginary Line: Focal through Exit to Visual Target          

Actually draw a trajectory line in your mind by concentrating for 2 full seconds at each point.  Using a Quiet Eye with the three targets will improve your accuracy and increase repeatability.

Step # 5:          

Breath-In, Exhale, Go.  Breathing also helps to calm your mind increasing your ability to repeat a good shot.