American World Straight Pool Champion 2009?

tucson9ball this is max

Yes this is me tucson9ball, I had to re-register as my other name and password stopped working for some reason...

Bob Jewett, by the way that was a great idea to play in the qualifier and I know you thought the hotel was ok. Hope to see you there! Thanks!

Max
 
I see no attempt to justify the $800 for misc so I stand by my post. Good luck.
 
Explanation

I'm sure you have travelled before, no?
Would you agree it is better to err on the over funded side than under funded side?

You don't need a tuxedo, but basically long sleeve dress clothing with a vest. I have this in storage in Vegas but I'm in Idaho now... So that is part of the expense. Food is more like $50 a day or more when you are on the road, eat 3 meals, buy snacks, and like to tip your servers. Other expenses can be a host of things that for those who have ever travelled would understand.

I'd also be happy to collect receipts and give back any money that was not spent along with winnings.

Anyway Luxury, I have the credibility and integrity neccessary and all details will be worked out with those who are genuinly interested. The numbers I gave were reasonable estimates and I already said it could be lower. Why all the fuss?
 
Very good explanation. Receipts and giving the excess money back. I would love that as a backer. I think your last post may have helped you find someone.

maxeberle said:
I'm sure you have travelled before, no?
Would you agree it is better to err on the over funded side than under funded side?

You don't need a tuxedo, but basically long sleeve dress clothing with a vest. I have this in storage in Vegas but I'm in Idaho now... So that is part of the expense. Food is more like $50 a day or more when you are on the road, eat 3 meals, buy snacks, and like to tip your servers. Other expenses can be a host of things that for those who have ever travelled would understand.

I'd also be happy to collect receipts and give back any money that was not spent along with winnings.

Anyway Luxury, I have the credibility and integrity neccessary and all details will be worked out with those who are genuinly interested. The numbers I gave were reasonable estimates and I already said it could be lower. Why all the fuss?
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maxeberle said:
Thanks again for those who gave postive comments.

Hi Bob Jewett! Thanks for the offer, it's always nice to reduce costs. ...that hotel report sounded pretty bad though.

Yes, I am in Idaho as Corey said. Spokane would be the airport.

Purse:
1st $11,500
2nd $5,000
3-4th $3,000
5-8th $2,200
9-16th $1,250
17-24th $550
25th-32nd $285

Luxury thanks for your concern on my post, not sure if you are being positive ...you talk about beggars yet that's not what I'm doing. This is a professional offer, if you don't like my numbers then why are you spending time on this and not with the girl in your profile pic :) Seriously though Luxury and with all due respect, I've done pro pool events in total style and I've done it on the shoestring, if you ever give it a shot you too will know what works best for you. Would your plan be to beg, hitch-hike, eat at McDonalds for breakfast lunch and dinner, and stay in a roach box? If that attracts you, go for it.

I am simply looking for people who care, with some means, or who know someone with means, and who want to be a part of something cool, namely a legitimate run at a world 14.1 title. If that is not you then go spend time following your bliss.

To Lou and company, the azbilliards forum is a tool for communication amongst the tribe of global pool players, fans, promoters, product makers, etc... it is not only for "regular" posters.

To those who show support,
Thank you Scott Lee!
Thank you Black Balled!
Thank you Matt-24
Thank you John Schmidt!
Thank you Phidget!
Thank you Oldzilla!
Thank you Steve Lipsky!
Thank you Corey Harper!
Thank you Feltmaster!
Thank you Meezer Girl!
Thank you Spider Web Comm!
Thank you Roy Steffensen!
Thank you UrackmIcrackm!
Thank you Bob Jewett!
Thank you Jam!

Truly,
Max
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lol, you're welcome.
 
I don't understand how "Troy Mckune", who hasn't posted for roughly a year, asks people to vote for his wife's team name gets supportive posts and votes without question, but a great player gets flack for not being a regular poster when he asks for help.

An he isn't asking for a handout. In his initial post, Max asked for a sponsor. There are lots of people here who own their own businesses and could benefit by having him wear their logo in such a big event. That isn't a free ride. We offer sponsorships for our St Jude event, and also our American Cancer Society gala. You are getting something for your money when you are a paid sponsor.

As for not being a regular poster, Max happens to have another job outside of pool. He is an artist. Painting takes time and patience (did I mention time?), and I can understand how it could keep someone from being a frequent internet user.

That's all I have to say 'bout that.

**This post is not meant as an offence to "Troy Mckune". I voted for his wife's team. A couple times :)

**It isn't John Schmidt's job to give us free tips on stroke, play, whatever. A lot of pros give lessons. Giving lessons on the forum for free would kinda defeat that purpose. Also, regardless of being loved or hated, he still sticks around AZ Billiards.

**Max, try kayak.com for airfare. They scour all the airline sites as well as Expedia, Priceline, etc.
 
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alstl said:
I have over 2,000 posts and frequently give helpful tips. My advice in this case is to think before you type.

I would love to play in this tournament and need a backer. Care to step up for me? $2,000 should cover it.
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As with most things in life, it's a balancing act, Al.

You gotta a lot of posts, but for this level event, not enough game :-)

Lou Figueroa
think before you type...
good advice ;-)
 
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maxeberle said:
To Lou and company, the azbilliards forum is a tool for communication amongst the tribe of global pool players, fans, promoters, product makers, etc... it is not only for "regular" posters.
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True, true (how I wish the Galveston guys would realize this :-)

But, the tendency is: you get out what you put in. So while you can use the tool, YMMV ;-)

Good luck in your endeavors, Max.

Lou Figueroa
 
Wow! I guess maybe YOU should read the whole thread (see my immediately prior post to you). That sounds like the pot calling the kettle black! :rolleyes:

I do not have any problem with Mr. Schmidt. In fact, he and I "settled" our differences a few weeks ago, right here. The only reason I mentioned John at all, was because someone else posted that Max never participated regarding "pool shooting tips", etc. (which I took to mean "technique"...if I was incorrect about that, I apologize), and insisted that both JS and SR did. I made mention that neither John, nor Sarah have done that either. Yes, they have participated in other ways, and good for them. The ONLY argument I ever had with John, was in a thread about trick shot artists (the thread was initiated about Bruce Christopher). John stated that only the top pros should be doing exhibitions, and I said I disagreed with that. From there, the dialogue deteriorated, until others pointed out that what I said was actually correct (that ANYBODY who has the skills and determination, should be out doing exhibitions). John came back and apologized, and that was that.

For the record, I love reading John's posts, as much I enjoy reading Sarah's posts and blog. They offer lots of insight into the "pro poolplayer" lifestyle, that's interesting to all of us...much like Keith's stories. Personally, I could care less if these (and other pro players) post here about technique, or other "mundane" things (although if they chose to, that would be fine too). There are plenty of good instructors to answer those questions. I love that some do post, and as was mentioned, I'm sure it meant a lot to the 42-ball runner, when John congratulated him!

It seems like you and several others think I am condemning Mr. Schmidt, or am "biased" against him in some way. I assure you, and everyone here, that that is utter nonsense. I'm happy for John, that he is finally beginning to make a decent living playing pool...it's been a long time coming! I wish the same for Sarah...but I know it's still a ways off. I believe she has the skills and determination to make it happen. She's also still a "kid" (sorry Sarah! :D), so she's got a LONG time to compete, and accomplish her goals (I've known Sarah, and her family since she was 10).

Now...can we put this argument to bed, and get back to what this thread is supposed to be about? Some of us want to try to get Max Eberle to the World Straight Pool Championship. If you're interested in being part of that, please post your thoughts. If not, that's fine, but there's no need to condemn Max for anything (please, just keep your thoughts to yourself, or start another thread).

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

UrackmIcrackm said:
Two lessons learned. First is to always read the whole thread before responding, especially if you're going to get a lil snippy. Second is that Mr. Lee has proven himself to have a biased over some more than others so taking what he says at face value without reading all the posts could lead one astray.

I commend you for admitting you only read a part of one post and for apologizing.
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lfigueroa said:
Scott, like I said, I'm kinda stradling the fence on this. OTOH, I completely agree with you. But part of me believes that if you're going to come to the group and ask for financial assistance, you should, at some level, be a functioning (read:contributing) member of the tribe, if for no other reason than getting a more favorable outcome.

Just as a general issue, everyone rails against the treatment of pros here and moans about why they don't participate more; how they are driven away; etc. etc; along with much beating of the collective chest. But, if as you say, the pros here aren't contributing much in the first place, what do they really bring to the AZ discussion table? What are we really losing if they don't hang here? I guess not much then, except for their occasional passing of the hat.

Everyday, all the amateurs here bat a slew of interesting and intriguing and down right silly ideas and issues concerning pool, back and forth and then, just for good measure, back and forth a few more times. But wouldn't it be great if these pros, whom everyone seems to long to have a round, actually contributed something to the discussions and could take the give and take that goes with intelligent people having divergent and valid view points on the same subject?

Just my 2cents.

Lou Figueroa
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totally agree with you.
 
Sweet Marissa said:
I don't understand how "Troy Mckune", who hasn't posted for roughly a year, asks people to vote for his wife's team name gets supportive posts and votes without question, but a great player gets flack for not being a regular poster when he asks for help.

An he isn't asking for a handout. In his initial post, Max asked for a sponsor. There are lots of people here who own their own businesses and could benefit by having him wear their logo in such a big event. That isn't a free ride. We offer sponsorships for our St Jude event, and also our American Cancer Society gala. You are getting something for your money when you are a paid sponsor.

As for not being a regular poster, Max happens to have another job outside of pool. He is an artist. Painting takes time and patience (did I mention time?), and I can understand how it could keep someone from being a frequent internet user.

That's all I have to say 'bout that.

**This post is not meant as an offence to "Troy Mckune". I voted for his wife's team. A couple times :)

**It isn't John Schmidt's job to give us free tips on stroke, play, whatever. A lot of pros give lessons. Giving lessons on the forum for free would kinda defeat that purpose. Also, regardless of being loved or hated, he still sticks around AZ Billiards.

**Max, try kayak.com for airfare. They scour all the airline sites as well as Expedia, Priceline, etc.
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If asking a legitimate question about the nature of the involvement of professional players in the group, who sometimes ask for a hand out, is giving someone "flack," then some folks need to develop a slightly thicker skin, or maybe get a dictionary :-)

Lou Figueroa
so touchy
around here
 
For those that don't know "mad" max, you should know that you'd be hard pressed to find a more respectful, intelligent professional in all of pool. Besides being a very creative person (an artist), he's not running around on drugs or scamming people.

He and I met 5 or 6 years ago and I took him, among others, to a steakhouse in NYC. I wasshocked he didn't eat meat. We had a wonderful conversation that night. He earned my respect that evening, and has maintained it on all subsequent occasions.

Max is just looking for some help. For those that don't know, he can be completely trusted to fulfill any financial promises he may make.

If there are those that are considering contributing, I hope this alleviates some concerns.

Randy G
 
paksat said:
totally agree with you.
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Thank you, paksat.

In passing, I would also point out that this seems to be the post that has SpiderWhatEver, and a few others, all aghast. You done us all a service, so those too lazy to do so, won't have to scroll back and exhaust themselves reading something they have commented on without due diligence.

It is a legitimate question posed politely and reasonably.

Some need to get a grip, IMO.

Lou Figueroa
I know, I know
what fun would THAT be :-)
 
NYC cue dude said:
For those that don't know "mad" max, you should know that you'd be hard pressed to find a more respectful, intelligent professional in all of pool. Besides being a very creative person (an artist), he's not running around on drugs or scamming people.

He and I met 5 or 6 years ago and I took him, among others, to a steakhouse in NYC. I wasshocked he didn't eat meat. We had a wonderful conversation that night. He earned my respect that evening, and has maintained it on all subsequent occasions.

Max is just looking for some help. For those that don't know, he can be completely trusted to fulfill any financial promises he may make.

If there are those that are considering contributing, I hope this alleviates some concerns.

Randy G
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I totally agree.

Lou Figueroa
but
there are some interesting side issues
to talk about
 
Randy...Thanks for the nice information on Max! Can we count on you, for a small portion of the "backer fund" we are trying to raise? Like you said, Max is honest and upfront, and has already accepted an offer to back him in the tournament, and provide expense details, as well as share winnings (I think a 50/50 split was mentioned as equitable...but I really don't know much about those things). I'm guessing Max would love to win the tournament, and hold the title, as opposed to thinking about purely from a financial standpoint (a title like that could help him find a real sponsor).

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

NYC cue dude said:
For those that don't know "mad" max, you should know that you'd be hard pressed to find a more respectful, intelligent professional in all of pool. Besides being a very creative person (an artist), he's not running around on drugs or scamming people.

He and I met 5 or 6 years ago and I took him, among others, to a steakhouse in NYC. I wasshocked he didn't eat meat. We had a wonderful conversation that night. He earned my respect that evening, and has maintained it on all subsequent occasions.

Max is just looking for some help. For those that don't know, he can be completely trusted to fulfill any financial promises he may make.

If there are those that are considering contributing, I hope this alleviates some concerns.

Randy G
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Scott Lee said:
Wow! I guess maybe YOU should read the whole thread (see my immediately prior post to you). That sounds like the pot calling the kettle black! :rolleyes:
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FWIW, if I had purposefully not read the whole thread then I guess it would be the pot calling the kettle black. As it is, to the best of my knowledge I had read the whole thread. The person that I was speaking to that you quoted me on had admittedly not read all the posts. I was doing some good humored ribbing at the young man, not giving him a hard time.

A few things can cause one to miss a post and those include two people posting a response at the same time, mistakenly scrolling past a post that you thought you had already read, or missing something in a post while having to read faster due to time constraints.

Threads can quickly take all kinds of turns and I do my best to read every post before I post something.
 
Scott Lee said:
Randy...Thanks for the nice information on Max! Can we count on you, for a small portion of the "backer fund" we are trying to raise? Like you said, Max is honest and upfront, and has already accepted an offer to back him in the tournament, and provide expense details, as well as share winnings (I think a 50/50 split was mentioned as equitable...but I really don't know much about those things). I'm guessing Max would love to win the tournament, and hold the title, as opposed to thinking about purely from a financial standpoint (a title like that could help him find a real sponsor).

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
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Sadly, I can't do that. My best friend is in the field, and to me, it wouldn't be right.

Hopefully, Max makes it to Comet. The field instantly gains prestige the minute he walks through the door.

Rg
 
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