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USBC says it’s not considering total ban of urethane balls, after non-scientific survey of bowler preferences

JEFF RICHGELS | Posted: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 5:00 pm
USBC says it’s not considering total ban of urethane balls, after non-scientific survey of bowler preferences
The USBC poll on what it should do about urethane bowling balls.
After a non-scientific survey of bowler preferences, USBC in a statement linked on social media on Wednesday afternoon said it is not considering a total ban of urethane balls. Here is what the key segment of the statement said:“A complete ban on urethane would be a complicated transition for consumers and ball manufacturers. USBC is mindful of the impact such major governance changes would have on membership and the industry.With more than 57% of respondents answering that USBC should...