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Monday, April 7, 2014

The Rise And Fall Of Professional Bowling

There was a time when professional bowlers reigned supreme. In the golden era of the 1960s and 70s, they made twice as much money as NFL stars, signed million dollar contracts, and were heralded as international celebrities.

Today, the glitz and glamour has faded. Pro bowlers supplement their careers with second jobs, like delivering sod, or working at a call center. They share Motel 6 rooms on tour to save on travel expenses, and thrive on the less-than-exciting dime of beef jerky sponsorships. What exactly is it like to be a professional bowler today?

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