Understanding The Pin Drop Rule In a Handicap League

Understanding the Pin Drop Rule in a Handicap League

How It Works:

• When using the Pin Drop Rule, the handicap is calculated based on the drop pin average, not the bowler's actual (or "true") average.

Example:

• A bowler starts with a book average of 200.
• After a rough week, their average drops to 180.
• With a 10-pin drop rule, the bowler’s average is adjusted to 190 (not the full drop to 180).
• If the league's handicap is 90% of 200, the maximum handicap the bowler can receive is 9 pins, calculated from the 190 drop pin average.