Mike Dechaine: Are You Sold Yet?

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To my knowledge, here are the last seven meetings between Dechaine and Van Boening. No doubt, I may have forgot one and if so, please correct me.

Derby City 9-ball, 9-ball on big table, January 2014
This was an event won by SVB, but he did lose a match and it was to Mike Dechaine.

Turning Stone XXII, 9-ball on a big table, September 2014
Mike Dechaine beat and eliminated SVB in this one.

BCAPL Exhibition, long 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was too much for Mike Dechaine in this one.

US Open 10-ball, 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was victorious over Mike Dechaine on this occasion.

US Open 8-ball, 8-ball race on bar table, July 2015
Mike Dechaine was the winner over SVB in this match.

Turning Stone XXIV, 9-ball on a big table, August 2015
Mike Dechaine beat SVB in a match played just a couple of weeks ago.

Eastern States Exhibition, long 10-ball race on big table, September, 2015
Mike was victorious in this exhibition match which was a prelude to the Eastern States championships.

Sizing it All Up
Mike has five wins in his last seven meetings with Shane and has won their last five meetings on full size tables. Of course, that might change this weekend at the Eastern Championships if SVB snaps the event off, but Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015 and it’s time to take notice.

SVB is already picked for the Mosconi team. No doubt, some of the haters will still hate and will be foolish enough to think that any American is even nearly as deserving as Mike Dechaine to join Shane on Team USA.

Just wondering, are you sold on Dechaine yet for the Mosconi? I have already purchased my seat, but if Mike’s not on Team USA, I will not attend.
 
Pretty sure Mike can earn his way on at this point....I guess we'll see. As a coaches pick it's a no brainer. He should be on. Just hope he doesn't sandbag like Shane did last year.
 
Even though I dislike some of Mike's traits, but I was sold also in the last turning stone event, seeing his first match losing his first match, coming back all the way to the finals was clear to me that he's a fighter, even in the finals I think he would of won if he gets just a little rolls, he was so unlucky on the finals.

as I said I hate some of his traits, but I really start to enjoy watching him play, he is a solid player.
 
I have no vote in the matter...but I do think Dechaine is definitely among the top players in the USA.
 
Yes you are correct Mike has faired very well against Shane as of late.

Mike played very well last night.

Being a Student of the game, I did see Shane struggle last night on the Gold Crown.

He missed some very makable shots last night.

But to Mike Credit he did take advantage of his opportunity as he should.

I look forward to future matches between those two in the future.
 
sjm said:
To my knowledge, here are the last seven meetings between Dechaine and Van Boening. No doubt, I may have forgot one and if so, please correct me.

Derby City 9-ball, 9-ball on big table, January 2014
This was an event won by SVB, but he did lose a match and it was to Mike Dechaine.

Turning Stone XXII, 9-ball on a big table, September 2014
Mike Dechaine beat and eliminated SVB in this one.

BCAPL Exhibition, long 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was too much for Mike Dechaine in this one.

US Open 10-ball, 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was victorious over Mike Dechaine on this occasion.

US Open 8-ball, 8-ball race on bar table, July 2015
Mike Dechaine was the winner over SVB in this match.

Turning Stone XXIV, 9-ball on a big table, August 2015
Mike Dechaine beat SVB in a match played just a couple of weeks ago.

Eastern States Exhibition, long 10-ball race on big table, September, 2015
Mike was victorious in this exhibition match which was a prelude to the Eastern States championships.

Sizing it All Up
Mike has five wins in his last seven meetings with Shane and has won their last five meetings on full size tables. Of course, that might change this weekend at the Eastern Championships if SVB snaps the event off, but Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015 and it’s time to take notice.

SVB is already picked for the Mosconi team. No doubt, some of the haters will still hate and will be foolish enough to think that any American is even nearly as deserving as Mike Dechaine to join Shane on Team USA.

Just wondering, are you sold on Dechaine yet for the Mosconi? I have already purchased my seat, but if Mike’s not on Team USA, I will not attend.
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LOL I'm sure Mark's decision hinges on that
Mike has found how to effectively get into Shane's head and it brings out Shane's B game ,, no one with more than a acorn on thier shoulders believes A he's a better player and B could beat Shane in any game in a race to 100
We just recently saw Mike's antics again at the 14 -1 tourny , and also saw his whining on the hustlers ,,
The question is can he handle the pressure if he's losing without running his yap I highly doubt it ,, Mikes a lot of thing good sport is not one of them

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I will bet on Shane every time he plays Mike...
...but I will bet on Mike every time he plays any other American player.
Selection for the Mosconi should be based on merit alone...
....the ol'boy system is unjust.

If Mike Dechaine does not get picked for the team this year...I'm with SJM.
 
one stroke said:
no one with more than a acorn on thier shoulders believes A he's a better player and B could beat Shane in any game in a race to 100
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I posted "Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015" so I agree that Mike is not best, but his track record against Shane is impressive. Shane is the best because of his titles, not because of his ability to win long races. Finally, Mosconi event is about who plays well in short races.
 
sjm said:
To my knowledge, here are the last seven meetings between Dechaine and Van Boening. No doubt, I may have forgot one and if so, please correct me.

Derby City 9-ball, 9-ball on big table, January 2014
This was an event won by SVB, but he did lose a match and it was to Mike Dechaine.

Turning Stone XXII, 9-ball on a big table, September 2014
Mike Dechaine beat and eliminated SVB in this one.

BCAPL Exhibition, long 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was too much for Mike Dechaine in this one.

US Open 10-ball, 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was victorious over Mike Dechaine on this occasion.

US Open 8-ball, 8-ball race on bar table, July 2015
Mike Dechaine was the winner over SVB in this match.

Turning Stone XXIV, 9-ball on a big table, August 2015
Mike Dechaine beat SVB in a match played just a couple of weeks ago.

Eastern States Exhibition, long 10-ball race on big table, September, 2015
Mike was victorious in this exhibition match which was a prelude to the Eastern States championships.

Sizing it All Up
Mike has five wins in his last seven meetings with Shane and has won their last five meetings on full size tables. Of course, that might change this weekend at the Eastern Championships if SVB snaps the event off, but Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015 and it’s time to take notice.

SVB is already picked for the Mosconi team. No doubt, some of the haters will still hate and will be foolish enough to think that any American is even nearly as deserving as Mike Dechaine to join Shane on Team USA.

Just wondering, are you sold on Dechaine yet for the Mosconi? I have already purchased my seat, but if Mike’s not on Team USA, I will not attend.
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I do not think if things do not go exactly "our way" we should pick up our toys and go home. Merit and merit only should be the basis of Mosconi Cup qualifications just as in anything else.
 
If Mike Dechaine is on the Mosconi Cup team I will not attend! Just kidding. :D

Wouldn't it be a great lead-in to the Hustlers season 2 to show some footage of Mike in the Mosconi Cup. Then losing to Emily Duddy.
 
tableroll said:
Merit and merit only should be the basis of Mosconi Cup qualifications just as in anything else.
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Well said, and I'd be happy if all five spots were based on merit, but the current system says points will determine three of the Team USA members and that there will be two captains picks.

In the post-match interview last night, Shane was asked if Mike should be on the Mosconi Team and Shane's answer was "he definitely deserves it." Mike's merit has certainly won Shane over.
 
I like them both, both are champions. A little rivalry is healthy & enjoyable for the fans. I live in Oklahoma, but would rather watch Arkansas win at football... some folks wonder about that. It's just a game & just my preference. To be honest I couldn't care if another game of football, baseball, basketball or soccer was ever played again. Yet I used to be a participant in several of them.

BUT if they are playing some real HOT POOL, I'm in.... Pool has been a big part of my life for 59 years. I look forward to this year's MC...
 
sjm said:
To my knowledge, here are the last seven meetings between Dechaine and Van Boening. No doubt, I may have forgot one and if so, please correct me.

Derby City 9-ball, 9-ball on big table, January 2014
This was an event won by SVB, but he did lose a match and it was to Mike Dechaine.

Turning Stone XXII, 9-ball on a big table, September 2014
Mike Dechaine beat and eliminated SVB in this one.

BCAPL Exhibition, long 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was too much for Mike Dechaine in this one.

US Open 10-ball, 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was victorious over Mike Dechaine on this occasion.

US Open 8-ball, 8-ball race on bar table, July 2015
Mike Dechaine was the winner over SVB in this match.

Turning Stone XXIV, 9-ball on a big table, August 2015
Mike Dechaine beat SVB in a match played just a couple of weeks ago.

Eastern States Exhibition, long 10-ball race on big table, September, 2015
Mike was victorious in this exhibition match which was a prelude to the Eastern States championships.

Sizing it All Up
Mike has five wins in his last seven meetings with Shane and has won their last five meetings on full size tables. Of course, that might change this weekend at the Eastern Championships if SVB snaps the event off, but Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015 and it’s time to take notice.

SVB is already picked for the Mosconi team. No doubt, some of the haters will still hate and will be foolish enough to think that any American is even nearly as deserving as Mike Dechaine to join Shane on Team USA.

Just wondering, are you sold on Dechaine yet for the Mosconi? I have already purchased my seat, but if Mike’s not on Team USA, I will not attend.
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I will say what the others won't. You saw Mike's talent long ago and he proved you right. Also, I believe much of the ridicule he's endured is undeserved. It's not easy taking the stage against Shane and he's competed well doing it.

You can certainly spot talent, Stu!
 
Mike Dechaine has great wins against Shane Van Boening in recent years as you have indicated. There's a lot that goes into choosing a Mosconi Cup player. Hopefully, Mike will make the cut. SJM, you are one of the biggest supporters in pool and your posts are always spot on.

Go MIKE DECHAINE!

JoeyA

sjm said:
To my knowledge, here are the last seven meetings between Dechaine and Van Boening. No doubt, I may have forgot one and if so, please correct me.

Derby City 9-ball, 9-ball on big table, January 2014
This was an event won by SVB, but he did lose a match and it was to Mike Dechaine.

Turning Stone XXII, 9-ball on a big table, September 2014
Mike Dechaine beat and eliminated SVB in this one.

BCAPL Exhibition, long 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was too much for Mike Dechaine in this one.

US Open 10-ball, 10-ball race on bar table, July 2015
SVB was victorious over Mike Dechaine on this occasion.

US Open 8-ball, 8-ball race on bar table, July 2015
Mike Dechaine was the winner over SVB in this match.

Turning Stone XXIV, 9-ball on a big table, August 2015
Mike Dechaine beat SVB in a match played just a couple of weeks ago.

Eastern States Exhibition, long 10-ball race on big table, September, 2015
Mike was victorious in this exhibition match which was a prelude to the Eastern States championships.

Sizing it All Up
Mike has five wins in his last seven meetings with Shane and has won their last five meetings on full size tables. Of course, that might change this weekend at the Eastern Championships if SVB snaps the event off, but Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015 and it’s time to take notice.

SVB is already picked for the Mosconi team. No doubt, some of the haters will still hate and will be foolish enough to think that any American is even nearly as deserving as Mike Dechaine to join Shane on Team USA.

Just wondering, are you sold on Dechaine yet for the Mosconi? I have already purchased my seat, but if Mike’s not on Team USA, I will not attend.
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TATE said:
I will say what the others won't. You saw Mike's talent long ago and he proved you right. Also, I believe much of the ridicule he's endured is undeserved. It's not easy taking the stage against Shane and he's competed well doing it.

You can certainly spot talent, Stu!
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AN EXCELLENT POST!

JoeyA
 
Agreed, Stu - Mike Dechaine is now a logical lock for the Mosconi Cup. Even in the post match interview with Shane and Upstate Al last night, Shane stated Mike has earned the spot on the team and he expects to see him on there.

Better yet, They are headed to Qatar next then to play the world cup of pool together for team USA, then it's US open time. This is perfect international seasoning for Mike Dechaine, and by the time Mosconi Cup rolls around, he will be ready to go!
 
Well thats not really the point..,

sjm said:
I posted "Mike has had the edge head-to-head over America’s very best player for 2014 and 2015" so I agree that Mike is not best, but his track record against Shane is impressive. Shane is the best because of his titles, not because of his ability to win long races. Finally, Mosconi event is about who plays well in short races.
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Mike is a strong individual player, yes. But is he a good team member?

If he cant bring continuity to the team, then leave him at home. I played sports in a divided locker room, almost impossible to win in that situation. I have also played with guys that were all pulling for each other and we were hard to deal with.
 
Teacherman said:
Plays great.

He's a HUGE risk to the Mosconi Cup team.
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I agree. I saw a TAR vid where Dechaine hollered across the table and across the interviewer "Shane, get my cue" and instantly the camera showed the shitte eating grin on his face - he knew exactly what he was doing, trying to treat get Shane's goat by treating him like some sort of low paid gofer.

Would you want to have him on your team if those kinds of comments were thrown around to team mates, comments designed to cause the type of old-time aggravation sharking that we don't need in pool anymore?

I think MIke is a great rotation player, but not a great player, and certainly not a great team player. He has showed his true colors time and again, and deserves only what he can scratch out for himself, since that's the way he likes to play it.
 
No disrespect to the OP or anyone else but once again I find this discussion to be a tad bit pointless.
If almost feels like sometimes people are just trying to stir things up.
Now one can say "hey, a win is a win" but one can also look at the score a bit and say "hey, we went hill hill in X of the matches we played"
but none of that is still the point, anyone who truly watches pool and not respectfully place MD where he belongs deserved to be left alone and so does anyone who is a die hard SVB fan.
JMO
 
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