2017 USBC Junior Gold U15 Boys Match Play
Junior Gold
The 2017 USBC Junior Gold U15 Boys Match Play pattern is a 41-foot medium oil condition with a forward-heavy volume distribution (19.04mL front, 6.93mL reverse) that creates a notably angular backend reaction. The 2.69:1 ratio and 577 total boards crossed demand precision in line selection and speed control, as the pattern doesn't offer excessive margin for error: bowlers must navigate a defined breakpoint zone rather than relying on heavy skid or extreme angle recovery. This setup favors controlled, well-executed releases over power play, making it ideal for developing junior bowlers who need to demonstrate shot-making versatility under moderately challenging conditions.
• Reverse Drop Brush
• Variable Buff
Board-by-Board Volume
Forward Loads Data
| # | Start | Stop | Load | Mics | Speed | T.Oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 38 | 5 | 45 | 14 | 8,325 |
| 2 | 5 | 35 | 2 | 45 | 14 | 2,790 |
| 3 | 6 | 34 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 1,305 |
| 4 | 7 | 33 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 1,215 |
| 5 | 8 | 32 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 1,125 |
| 6 | 9 | 31 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 1,035 |
| 7 | 10 | 30 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 945 |
| 8 | 11 | 29 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 855 |
| 9 | 12 | 28 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 765 |
| 10 | 13 | 27 | 1 | 45 | 18 | 675 |
| 11 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 22 | 0 |
| 12 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 26 | 0 |
Reverse Loads Data
| # | Start | Stop | Load | Mics | Speed | T.Oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 30 | 0 |
| 2 | 10 | 30 | 1 | 45 | 22 | 945 |
| 3 | 9 | 31 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 2,070 |
| 4 | 8 | 32 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 2,250 |
| 5 | 2 | 38 | 1 | 45 | 14 | 1,665 |
| 6 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 14 | 0 |
Pattern data provided by Kegel