I just posted up the story of the tournament. Along with some pictures of the 2 guys.
http://www.azpoolscene.com/BreakingNews254.aspx
I didn't know that they were buddies, and I was talking to Harry before the hotseat match. They were hanging with another guy that I played league with a few years ago, and I think he is an 8.
This guy definitely knew more than a 6 when it came to position and shape. I saw him aim to miss and throw the ball in, just so he could come around 2 rails for perfect shape. Rolling into zones instead of through them. Going the extra rail to pop out for shape, etc.
Being a 9 myself, I definitely wouldn't have given him any weight for the cash.
Also, doing the numbers, If he would have won the tournament he would have taken home about $240 and $0 for the calcutta as he didn't buy himself. Harry would have gotten $120ish and $120 for 2nd place calcutta, so $240 each. With Harry winning he got $240 + $260 = $500, and Mike got $120. (500+120)/2 = $310 each, so a $70 gain for each player. Which means Brian, the guy who had the calcutta lost out on $140 for his investment.
Thanks for the story and info
