After a long period of ignoring the issue, the International Bowling Federation finally has acted on urethane (aka slow oil-absorbing high-performance) bowling balls, matching the PBA Tour rule by banning urethane balls below 78D hardness. In addition, IBF said in its Newsletter 12 that random hardness checks may be carried out during events and any ball that measures below 72D will be declared non-compliant and removed from the competition. The list of bowling balls not eligible for use in IBF... Social Media:
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| CHUSBC Senior Singles Tournament | Forest Hill Lanes | 1 Maurice Dr, Forest Hill, MD 21050, USA | April 17, 2026 | April 19, 2026 |
| 2026 U12 and over OK SMART Championship | Shawnee Bowl | Del Plaza Shopping Center, 701 N Harrison St, Shawnee, OK 74801, USA | March 28, 2026 | April 04, 2026 |
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| 2026 North Dakota State Open | West Acres Bowl | 3402 Interstate Blvd S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA | March 21, 2026 | April 26, 2026 |
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