The USBC Board has rescinded the changes made to USBC rules in 2019-2020, which were instituted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting Aug. 1, 2022, the following rule changes will be in effect:

• Rule 18 – Bowlers will no longer be allowed to use isopropyl alcohol to clean a bowling ball once competition has started.
• Rules 113a and 113b – The use of two lanes immediately adjoining each other will again be required to be used for league competition.
• Rules 320a and 320b – The use of two lanes immediately adjoining each other will again be required to be used for tournament competition.

Read MORE HERE about the changes starting Aug. 1, 2022.