How will the move to some round robin formats benefit the fans and the players?
KVK: We feel a variety in formats is appealing to fans and players. Fans like to watch bowling no matter what. Over the last few years we’ve built up significant equity in the single elimination format and have a fan base that really enjoys that format. We also realize there are a lot of fans who enjoy the round robin format and we listened and acted accordingly by providing that in five events. The round robin format will leave more match play finalists in the building for a longer period of time and will provide a different test of skill for the players. Q: Will it be difficult for players to go back and forth between the two formats? KVK: I don’t think so. Both formats are very straightforward. Round robin has been around so long that everyone understands it, and it comprises five events of the 15-standard-event schedule. The players also have round robin in the Dick Weber Open and the U.S. Open. Q: How will this format affect the TV show? KVK: Round robin formats will provide more
