Last night on the Accustats Bank Pool Division matchup between Shaun Wilkie and Shannon Daulton they had living legend and all around good guy, JBKY, behind the mic.
John said at the outset how happy he was to have been invited into the booth and that he's been wanting to do this for a few years now. Someone should have asked him long ago! :thumbup:
During the short time it took this match to playout, John shared an incredible amount of solid insight and knowledge on the art, strategy and proper execution of shots in banks. From the problems that arise when using draw which makes the pockets much smaller to JB admitting he mostly just takes what he can get regarding position for his next shot as we watched these two excellent players struggle some as a result of their asking too much of whitey (see, I was paying attention).
Just like when I watch matches with Billy, Grady or Danny commentating, I felt like I was being educated along with being entertained.
When it was brought up that one of the players jumped up to whistle in a shot like a big bass hitting a lure, JB immediately added, yeah, a Hula Popper! How could you not love a man who knows the exact right bait for those conditions? :thumbup:
It's a fun contrast when thinking about how John is so laid back, unassuming and gracious to the competitors when he's on the mic vs. how lethal he can be when he's the one on the table.
Yep, if you haven't guessed by now, I sure do like John Brumback. If you think about it, what's not to like?
He's the real deal triple threat. He's a world champion Hall Of Fame bank pool player. He's a damned good fisherman from what I hear. And now a top commentator.
And on top of all this, he remains an extremely nice guy.
Somebody get this boy ready for Dancing With The Stars! :grin-square:
I've said it before and I'll say it again, JB is a superb ambassador for pool. :lovies:
Good luck at DCC, John, I hope you take it down.
Best,
Brian kc
John said at the outset how happy he was to have been invited into the booth and that he's been wanting to do this for a few years now. Someone should have asked him long ago! :thumbup:
During the short time it took this match to playout, John shared an incredible amount of solid insight and knowledge on the art, strategy and proper execution of shots in banks. From the problems that arise when using draw which makes the pockets much smaller to JB admitting he mostly just takes what he can get regarding position for his next shot as we watched these two excellent players struggle some as a result of their asking too much of whitey (see, I was paying attention).
Just like when I watch matches with Billy, Grady or Danny commentating, I felt like I was being educated along with being entertained.
When it was brought up that one of the players jumped up to whistle in a shot like a big bass hitting a lure, JB immediately added, yeah, a Hula Popper! How could you not love a man who knows the exact right bait for those conditions? :thumbup:
It's a fun contrast when thinking about how John is so laid back, unassuming and gracious to the competitors when he's on the mic vs. how lethal he can be when he's the one on the table.
Yep, if you haven't guessed by now, I sure do like John Brumback. If you think about it, what's not to like?
He's the real deal triple threat. He's a world champion Hall Of Fame bank pool player. He's a damned good fisherman from what I hear. And now a top commentator.
And on top of all this, he remains an extremely nice guy.Somebody get this boy ready for Dancing With The Stars! :grin-square:
I've said it before and I'll say it again, JB is a superb ambassador for pool. :lovies:
Good luck at DCC, John, I hope you take it down.
Best,
Brian kc
