Run the round

How to play Front-Six Chase

Step 1

Each player starts a fresh front-six run and scores by the deepest clean strike string before a miss. Best run wins.

Step 2

Judge the front result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the front setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

2-10 players, about 15-45 min at League Night. Pick turns, keep bowling scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: Each player starts a fresh front-six run and scores by the deepest clean strike string before a miss. Best run wins.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Moving the start mark or changing score values after play begins. Keep one score card for the full round.

Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment.

Best for

Who it fits

2-10 who want a 15-45 min round.

Energy

Pace

Low

Board Bowling

Category Bowling

Best for 2-10 who want a 15-45 min round.

Players 2-10

Time 15-45 min

Gear Bowling ball, lane, pins, and score screen

Space Bowling lane

Energy Low

Setup Start from Bowling Board and tell the group the activity is Front-Six Chase.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Front-Six Chase also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Front-Six Chase from Studboards. Each player starts a fresh front-six run and scores by the deepest clean strike string before a miss. Best run wins. Fits: Players: 2-10 | Time: 15-45 min | Gear: Bowling ball, lane, pins, and score screen Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/bowling/bowling-front-six-chase.html

Front-Six Chase

Quick start.