QUESTION: I have a problem hitting my target. Sometimes I miss it to the right, other times to the left. Is there any way I can be more consistent? Thomas Morgani Wantagh, NY

SALVINO ANSWERS: Target bowling should be done in the following manner:

Have your armswing parallel to the body and in line with your right shoulder. In your stance, put the ball into your left hand, drop your arm alongside your body and swing your arm to your target.

If you do this as prescribed and your arm is to the right of your target, then your body is facing too much to the right. To adjust, move your body so that it faces to the left until your arm is on target.

Do the opposite if your armswing is to the left of the target.

The amount of boards you move depends on the size of your hook.

When you bowl, make sure the arm stays on target throughout the entire approach, up to and including the follow-through.