Source: http://www.real-world-physics-problems.com/physics-of-bowling.html
In general the more precession there is the more friction there is and this causes a greater hook in the ball. The greater friction is caused from the rocking that precession creates. As the ball rocks more of its surface area makes contact with the lane distributing the oil out more so the ball is less slick. A good bowler can use this information to throw the ball specifically to create either more or less precession and therefore control the hook of their ball. On the other hand the bowler must also understand that the more friction that there is between the ball and the lane the more speed the ball will lose before it hits the pins. The smaller velocity of the ball directly effects the moment that ball has before it hits the pins. We know this by the definition of momentum as P=mv. Understanding the physics in how a ball is thrown and how it effects the motion of the ball is a great advantage in the game of bowling and widen a bowler's range of motion.