I am bowling regionals now on a more consistent basis, and even though I haven't cashed yet, I'm learning loads everytime out. When I first started bowling them, I was amazed at how much hand and backend reaction some of those guys get, and thought if I was going to compete, I'd have to be more accurate than them, because my revs are nowhere near theirs. After crossing pairs with some very good bowlers and watching their release, and where they play the lanes at, I could see how they generated that release, and rotation. After a few bad experiences out there, and some practice, I am seeing more reaction at the backend, and a little better carry. I went on a very easy house shot this morning, and struggled, because my ball was really overreacting, and wasn't used to being as deep inside as I had to play there. It's similar to how much one might learn standing on the sidelines as a backup quarterback, or actually being in the game. Even though your numbers may not be good at first, it's the best experience you can get if you really want to compete at that level.