Home club – Milwaukee Lake Park
When and where did you first start bowling?
Milwaukee – decades ago
What do you like about lawn bowling? What keeps you coming back?
The location – a relaxing place for a day. Coming back for a perfect shot.
What kind of lawn bowls do you use? (brand, model, size)
Henselite, heaviest available.
How many sets of bowls do you presently own?
Two - a wide bias for heavy greens and a narrow bias for fast greens.
What type of grip do you use? (finger-tip, claw, palm, other)
Claw predominates (had to Google this definition). Palm is used with some conditions.
How do you initially select your line? (point on bank, spot on green, shoulder-arc of bowl, overall visualization of green, other)
Point begins on bank for grass and spot on green defines weight. There is an occasional adjustment for path visualization.
What game do you prefer to play and why? (i.e. singles-pairs-triples-fours)
Doubles – more activity and strategy.
What is your goal during trial ends?
Determine grass at different lengths and widths.
In singles, do you usually take the mat or give it away?
Take the matt and maintain pressure.
In a clutch situation, are you more likely to draw or drive? (assuming both shots could work)
A draw is the more aggressive shot. A near miss provides options. A drive is exciting but a low percentage shot.
What self-talk/mantras do you use during a game?
A constant reminder that EVERY shot is critical. Most lost games could have been won with one improved shot.
Do you prefer whites or colored attire for tournament play?
Whites only on a hot sunny day.
Which is your favorite bowling green in US?
There are many great US greens.
What one rule of the game would you like to see changed?
None.
What else would you like people to know about you?
A decent guy in spite of it.
List your major lawn bowling accomplishments
The big accomplishments are the memorable, perfect shots and successful games with tough opponents.
ed. note – Landgren has represented Central division several times at US National Championships, capturing at least two silver medals – 2009 in pairs and 2006 in singles
