In this episode of the HBP, the guys sit down with Josh Hawes, a left-handed veteran who recently hit the "big 4-0" and has over 30 years of experience on the lanes. Josh shares stories from his early days sleeping in bowling alleys to his time in the Young American Bowling Alliance (YABA), where earning patches for every achievement was the highlight of youth bowling.

The conversation gets technical as Josh, a self-described "urethane guy," defends his use of the controversial equipment on house shots. He provides a masterclass on:

• Pattern Manipulation: How he uses urethane to "stretch the pattern" and carry oil down the lane to benefit his reactive equipment later.Surface Adjustments: Why he frequently hits his Purple Hammer with a 500-grit pad to maintain a consistent base.The PBA Decision: An honest look at why he is canceling his PBA card after four years to avoid being tiered into higher divisions at USBC Nationals.
• Josh also reflects on his evolution as a bowler, moving away from his "speed-dominant" days and the heavy-drinking culture of his 20s in Toledo toward a more focused, strategic approach in Coldwater. From winning tournaments with a "plugged" Jackal Ghost to navigating the physical challenges of age, Josh offers a raw and insightful look at the life of a dedicated house bowler.