I too felt that I didnt have what it took to be on staff, but was selected in January. I posted then and I will share this again: If you are just doing this for the free gear then it's doing it for the wrong reasons.
Being on any staff is a 24/7 deal, be prepared to reperesent that brand in everything you do, from posting on your personal Facebook account, tweeting, even what you do and say at the lanes. Folks will associate your words and actions with that brand, so be prepared.
As for bowling accolades, how does 800 sets or 300 games sell balls? Words and actions and being accessable 24/7 goes alot farther than anything you can bowl. Know that brand upside down and inside out, be prepared to field any and all questions.
Most importantly, when you review equipment, be honest...if you dont match up with it-be honest, the company needs negative feedback as much as it needs positive. If you dont match up, do as much as you can to find out why, drilling, xtra holes, surface...try everything.
Anyways, hope this helps potential entrants. Ryan and the guys make great stuff, have an awesome company and just are great guys, whoever they pick good luck to them!!
Stopncrank