BB wrote Nominations are accepted from ANYONE, the only requirement is the bowler must be 40 years old on August 1 theyear of nomination and must have been a member for 15 years. Just wondering why it's not any time that year? The nominations aren't taken until mid-November and the vote is not until early to mid December. It would be very easy to verify the information since its on the application and most of the persons information is on the Association computer also. Just wondering.

The "bowling year" is August 1 thru July 31.  That is why that date was chosen. 

Also, the Hall of Fame is considering moving up the ballot period to compensate for a change in procedure, so the August 1 date is in line with the time frame we are considering.