What Is A Strike In Bowling? Definition & Meaning On SportsLingo

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What Is The Definition Of Strike In Bowling?

1. A strike occurs in bowling when the bowler knocks down all 10 of the pins in the first roll. On the score sheet, a strike is indicated by a simple X marking.

When it comes to scoring, the first strike is worth 10 points. If a bowler hits a strike immediately after, then next frame would essentially be counted twice for scoring purposes as a bonus.

Here is an example of how a single strike and the frame after would be scored:

Frames Rolled:

• Frame 1, Ball 1: 10 (Strike)
• Frame 2, Ball 1: 6
• Frame 2, Ball 2: 2

Scoring:

• Frame 1: 10 + (6 + 2) = 18 points
• Frame 2: 6 + 2  = 8 points
• Total Points: 26 points

Here’s an example for if a bowler continues to roll a strike thereafter, therefore showing how the bonus points are applied.

Frames Rolled:

• Frame 1, Ball 1: 10 (Strike)
• Frame 2, Ball 1: 10 (Strike)
• Frame 3, Ball 1: 6
• Frame 3, Ball 2: 2

Scoring:

• Frame 1: 10 + (10 + 6) = 26 points
• Frame 2: 10 + (6 + 2) = 18 points
• Frame 3: 6 + 2 = 8 points
• Total Points: 52 points

How Many Strikes Are In A Perfect Game In Bowling?

In order to receive a perfect game in bowling, the bowler must roll 12 consecutive strikes in a row.

Example Of How Strike Is Used In Commentary

1. Holman continues to stay locked in, throwing his second turkey of this match.

Sport The Term Is Used

1. Bowling

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