micheldess:
I lost 2 balls in ready go tournament... one srixon in the water and one max slow meter (600 credits for the sleeve) in a weeds...
This must have been in two tournaments - one ball lost in each.
As you say, yes it is frustrating but happens to us all, especially in the learning phases (although I am always learning) but don;t get discouraged. I would suggest using cheaper balls (I used the Tour SD untill I made TM). I too hate paying for the Max Balls, but the last few days I cant seem to get near the ding with my usual Callys so bit the bullet. Hopefully in a day or two I will have my eye in again lol.