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Title: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: squirrelywrath1 on February 25, 2017, 09:12:12 AM
Knowing those two have a history, was there any drama between the two?  Or did they both behave like grown men?   

(For those who don't know, Machuga made it public his strong dislike for two handed bowling.  Even banning them from his own tournaments).


Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: JamminJD on February 25, 2017, 09:47:25 AM
Watched it, neither made eye contact and walked away from the other after every shot. Chugs left a stone cold 10 pin that cost him the match, and it was a great match. THey made eye contact and shook hands at the end. No real drama. Chugs was rolling a old school Blue Hammer made in 1990. I think Belmo rolled a pitch black..
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: billdozer on February 25, 2017, 10:09:04 AM
I believe that's what the drama was machuga being much like boss and taking the stance against him
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: DP3 on February 25, 2017, 12:15:22 PM
When Choogs rang the tenpin to lose he yelled "SONOFAB*TCH!" really loud and punched the floor. It was about as good as a shot as you could throw for a ring ten in a match that back and forth.

It made for an awkward moment, but it happens.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 27, 2017, 10:14:12 AM
Machuga should stick to regionals. He sin't good enough to be on the tour anymore. It's Belmonte and everybody else.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Luke Morningwood on February 27, 2017, 10:41:18 AM
That comment is just ignorant. His game is still very solid, he still throws it great. And as evidenced by his qualifying numbers and the match he gave Belmo, you don't have a damn clue what you are talking about
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: AlonzoHarris on February 27, 2017, 10:42:13 AM
Isn't Machuga the one that made the big rant some odd years back about how the PBA had become too easy and pointed out a bunch of issues but didn't actually identify solutions. Just b*tched and acted like he was above it now.

..or am I thinking of another guy similar to him?
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Luke Morningwood on February 27, 2017, 11:08:03 AM
I think you are correct. After Machuga disconnected himself from all of his sponsors, he pretty much spilled his guts on his opinion about the PBA and bowling in general. Brian Voss has also been very vocal for the past few years, so i'm not sure which one you are thinking of, but they both have drawn attention for their positions and opinions.

I was surprised to see Machuga bowling at the Masters, to be honest. He was wearing and throwing Motiv gear, but not sure if it is in an official capacity. His continued participation shows that he still loves the game, even though his opinion about parts of it appear to make him look like he has come to despise some aspects.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: AlonzoHarris on February 27, 2017, 11:11:29 AM
I think you are correct. After Machuga disconnected himself from all of his sponsors, he pretty much spilled his guts on his opinion about the PBA and bowling in general. Brian Voss has also been very vocal for the past few years, so i'm not sure which one you are thinking of, but they both have drawn attention for their positions and opinions.

I was surprised to see Machuga bowling at the Masters, to be honest. He was wearing and throwing Motiv gear, but not sure if it is in an official capacity. His continued participation shows that he still loves the game, even though his opinion about parts of it appear to make him look like he has come to despise some aspects.

I think I've read both at some point now that you mention it. It's Machugas then of the two I was thinking.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Impending Doom on February 27, 2017, 11:23:24 AM
Machuga should stick to regionals. He sin't good enough to be on the tour anymore. It's Belmonte and everybody else.

Armchair bowler sighting!!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 27, 2017, 02:47:37 PM
I only speak the truth. Machuga is a dinosaur. He's bringing a knife to a gun fight. He is no longer relevant.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: charlest on February 27, 2017, 03:13:02 PM
I only speak the truth. Machuga is a dinosaur. He's bringing a knife to a gun fight. He is no longer relevant.

Never go unarmed into a duel of wits.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Good Times Good Times on February 27, 2017, 03:19:23 PM
Machuga should.....

Obv we have an authority here on what Machuga should/should not do.....  ::)
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Bowlaholic on February 27, 2017, 03:44:29 PM
Mr. NikonGuy
Your entitled to your opinion, but you are dead wrong.  You apparently did not see the match between Machuga and Belmonte.  If you did, I don't believe you would be taking the position you are. 
If you think Machuga didn't belong bowling in the Masters (only good enough for Regionals), then drive over to Erie, PA and challenge him to a three game winner take all for say a cool 10 grand.
Then come back here and post what you then think regarding his bowling skills/abilities to still compete on tour (if he wished).  Good Luck!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 27, 2017, 03:48:46 PM
What has Machuga done recently? He's a little fish. And Belmonte is the shark.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Bowlaholic on February 27, 2017, 04:02:40 PM
He hasn't done anything recently because he left the tour approximately two years ago and has been concentrating on running his pro shop business. If you think he's a little fish, either grab your 10 grand wager or start saving it and go challenge him.  Then you'll see who the real "little fish" is and it won't be him.  Once again, Good Luck!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Luke Morningwood on February 27, 2017, 04:22:38 PM
I would agree completely that Belmo is the shark on tour right now. His game looks phenomenal, his mind is clear and he is executing at a very high level. If you are a Belmo fan, then great, I'm glad you have an interest.
If you have had some sort of beef with Machuga over his past statements, that's fine too. We all have opinions, let's hear it and we can discuss the details. But don't knock Machuga, or PDW, or EJ or Mike Edwards or anybody else that competes at that level simply because they didn't beat Belmo. That makes no sense.

Welcome to the boards!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Impending Doom on February 27, 2017, 04:23:19 PM
I smell troll.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 27, 2017, 04:44:58 PM
Machuga is only know for his flop. How embarrassing is that.

Just let that sink in for a minute.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: MI 2 AZ on February 27, 2017, 04:48:48 PM
One minute...  Is it worse than being known as a troll on a bowling board?
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 27, 2017, 05:11:30 PM
I only speak the truth
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 27, 2017, 05:12:58 PM
He hasn't done anything recently because he left the tour approximately two years ago and has been concentrating on running his pro shop business. If you think he's a little fish, either grab your 10 grand wager or start saving it and go challenge him.  Then you'll see who the real "little fish" is and it won't be him.  Once again, Good Luck!

Wonder if that invitation is open to PBA pros because Machuga would get his clocked cleaned
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: leftybowler70 on February 27, 2017, 05:21:31 PM
He hasn't done anything recently because he left the tour approximately two years ago and has been concentrating on running his pro shop business. If you think he's a little fish, either grab your 10 grand wager or start saving it and go challenge him.  Then you'll see who the real "little fish" is and it won't be him.  Once again, Good Luck!

Wonder if that invitation is open to PBA pros because Machuga would get his clocked cleaned
   Wow.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: milorafferty on February 27, 2017, 05:46:10 PM
He just wants attention...
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Bowlaholic on February 27, 2017, 05:57:52 PM
The new 2handedvolcano, but with an attitude????  Buckle Up!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: scotts33 on February 27, 2017, 06:49:00 PM
Mike Machuga was one 10 pin away from beating Belmonte in their match.  I want to see the big boys on BR.com throw a 90's Blue Hammer vs. Belmonte and do as well.   ;D

Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: JamminJD on February 27, 2017, 08:32:46 PM
Mike Machuga was one 10 pin away from beating Belmonte in their match.  I want to see the big boys on BR.com throw a 90's Blue Hammer vs. Belmonte and do as well.   ;D


SO true, Chugs burried that last shot. Big break for Belmo..

Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: lilpossum1 on February 27, 2017, 09:59:16 PM
He hasn't done anything recently because he left the tour approximately two years ago and has been concentrating on running his pro shop business. If you think he's a little fish, either grab your 10 grand wager or start saving it and go challenge him.  Then you'll see who the real "little fish" is and it won't be him.  Once again, Good Luck!

Wonder if that invitation is open to PBA pros because Machuga would get his clocked cleaned

Question: how far did YOU make it in the tournament? Until you make it as far or further than he did you have no room to talk. So don't.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: JamminJD on February 27, 2017, 10:30:47 PM
He hasn't done anything recently because he left the tour approximately two years ago and has been concentrating on running his pro shop business. If you think he's a little fish, either grab your 10 grand wager or start saving it and go challenge him.  Then you'll see who the real "little fish" is and it won't be him.  Once again, Good Luck!

Wonder if that invitation is open to PBA pros because Machuga would get his clocked cleaned

Question: how far did YOU make it in the tournament? Until you make it as far or further than he did you have no room to talk. So don't.

+1000
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Slick911 on February 28, 2017, 07:20:37 AM
Considering his performance that took place over last week, Mike still throws it pretty good. No ones denying that Belmo is a shark rn. The same case could be made for EJ, but whether you consider him a "little fish" or not, he's still someone I wouldn't want to bowl for a cool 10 grand.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: AlonzoHarris on February 28, 2017, 08:22:37 AM
Considering his performance that took place over last week, Mike still throws it pretty good. No ones denying that Belmo is a shark rn. The same case could be made for EJ, but whether you consider him a "little fish" or not, he's still someone I wouldn't want to bowl for a cool 10 grand.

I'm not bowling anyone that makes the top 64 cut in a PBA Major for 10 grand lol.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Slick911 on February 28, 2017, 08:43:51 AM
Considering his performance that took place over last week, Mike still throws it pretty good. No ones denying that Belmo is a shark rn. The same case could be made for EJ, but whether you consider him a "little fish" or not, he's still someone I wouldn't want to bowl for a cool 10 grand.

I'm not bowling anyone that makes the top 64 cut in a PBA Major for 10 grand lol.


Agreed LOL
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 28, 2017, 08:44:43 AM
Machuga, always the brides maid. Tell me again when was the last time he made a TV final?

He makes one decent showing at a PBA major and everyone here is up on his balls
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 28, 2017, 08:46:56 AM
Mike Machuga was one 10 pin away from beating Belmonte in their match.  I want to see the big boys on BR.com throw a 90's Blue Hammer vs. Belmonte and do as well.   ;D


Did Machuga win or lose that match? Just ask yourself that question. No trophies for second place (in this case he was still far from second)
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: strikeking12 on February 28, 2017, 08:59:05 AM
I want to see Belmo bowl with ONE hand!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: SVstar34 on February 28, 2017, 09:18:38 AM
I want to see Belmo bowl with ONE hand!

Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: WOWZERS on February 28, 2017, 10:05:50 AM
Is Choogs a good bowler? Yes
Could Choogs whip me bowling with one hand tied behind his back and one foot in a cast? No doubt.
Is Choogs good enough to win on tour? Probably
Is Choogs one of the biggest douchebags known to man? ABSOLUTELY!

Full of himself and gives little to no credit to anyone.

There is a reason his peers are not too fond of him.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: AlonzoHarris on February 28, 2017, 10:12:29 AM
Is Choogs a good bowler? Yes
Could Choogs whip me bowling with one hand tied behind his back and one foot in a cast? No doubt.
Is Choogs good enough to win on tour? Probably
Is Choogs one of the biggest douchebags known to man? ABSOLUTELY!

Full of himself and gives little to no credit to anyone.

There is a reason his peers are not too fond of him.

I think we all have 1 or a few of those people in our league setting. Very good bowler but d*mn man...get away from me with that attitude.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Good Times Good Times on February 28, 2017, 10:15:50 AM
I want to see Belmo bowl with ONE hand!


I hope strikeking12 is satisfied now....he received his wish.  :-X
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 28, 2017, 10:21:14 AM
Is Choogs a good bowler? Yes
Could Choogs whip me bowling with one hand tied behind his back and one foot in a cast? No doubt.
Is Choogs good enough to win on tour? Probably
Is Choogs one of the biggest douchebags known to man? ABSOLUTELY!

Full of himself and gives little to no credit to anyone.

There is a reason his peers are not too fond of him.

Not from this day moving forward. Pigs will fly before he wins another PBA event. Like I said, maybe regionals.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: xrayjay on February 28, 2017, 11:18:21 AM
NikonGuy, for a newbie on this board, you do sound a professional ball review troll.

Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Slick911 on February 28, 2017, 11:31:31 AM
NikonGuy, for a newbie on this board, you do sound a professional ball review troll.

+1
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: luv2C10falll on February 28, 2017, 11:35:32 AM
And he wonders why he can't get a girlfriend.......to stupid for even pigs ,and the ones that fly !!
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 28, 2017, 11:54:16 AM
And he wonders why he can't get a girlfriend.......to stupid for even pigs ,and the ones that fly !!

Genius can't figure out when to use to vs too.

You're too stupid to insult because you wouldn't even know it's coming.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: xrayjay on February 28, 2017, 12:01:52 PM
And he wonders why he can't get a girlfriend.......to stupid for even pigs ,and the ones that fly !!

Genius can't figure out when to use to vs too.

You're too stupid to insult because you wouldn't even know it's coming.

sounds like a troll got feelings too.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Good Times Good Times on February 28, 2017, 12:05:52 PM
Genius can't figure out when to use to vs too.

But.........

Machuga should stick to regionals. He sin't good enough to be on the tour anymore. It's Belmonte and everybody else.
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: Slick911 on February 28, 2017, 12:08:16 PM
Genius can't figure out when to use to vs too.

But.........

Machuga should stick to regionals. He sin't good enough to be on the tour anymore. It's Belmonte and everybody else.


LOLOLOL
Title: Re: USBC Masters yesterday, Belmo verses Machuga. Anything?
Post by: NikonGuy on February 28, 2017, 03:23:31 PM
You got me