I saw this too and I'm all for it. However, what defines a "pro" pool players (I know there's a thread somewhere about that). When he says pro does he mean he's going to make a living at pool or just play in "pro" tournaments? I don't know what his skill set is but if he's a 650'sh with less than 300 games then I'm going to guess getting to 700 is very achievable, not sure after that but I'll throw out 740 just for fun.

At the end of day, he will be able to say he at least tried, and there's nothing wrong with that.