Bowlers who do not use their thumb no longer can have a thumb hole, as it now is considered a balance hole. The rule states all holes in a bowling ball must be used on every delivery any hole not used is considered a balance hole, making the ball illegal. Non-Members: $310 (Credit Card or Cash only)īeginning August 1, 2020, the use of a balance hole is prohibited. PBA Members have priority over any Non Member up to 7 days before the event starts. Non members must meet the PBA minimum average requirements of 200 for 36 games in a USBC sanctioned league. Participant must be a USBC Member in good standing. Call the hotel and use the group code 'PBA1102'