Liljon has always been about that action, not just playing, but betting high and keeping the energy alive. I’m not too familiar with JT, but Liljon? He’s the kind of player who will match up with anybody, anytime. Win or lose, Liljon is good action. He doesn't cry when he loses, and he's not a braggart when he wins.
Meanwhile, Keith the breaker was holding court at the 2005 Super Billiards Expo (SBE) action table in the below-depicted photo, and it turned into absolute chaos in the best way possible. Bets were flying from every direction, “I got $20 on the breaker,” “I’ll take $50 on the racker," nonstop chatter, nonstop action. It was almost comical to watch. Getting the bets down took longer than the 9-ball game itself. Keith held the table for an extended length of time, to the tune of 15 large.
The table was surrounded by all the usual action regulars, packed in shoulder to shoulder. Do you recognize any of them? Standing room only. And here’s the kicker. Railblrds were actually selling their chaits for $50 to those who wanted to sit and sweat the action. I’m not even kidding. Chairs were a rare commodity at the Action Table.
Only at the SBE. Nothing like it. The 2026 SBE started yesterday. I can't wait to read all about it.
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