The Philippines remains a pool powerhouse, with at least a dozen world class players at any one time. But for a break here or there, it could have been Dennis, Lee Vann, Warren or Carlo still in. Sad about the USA though. Without Shane, who do we have? No one is correct. Oscar is game but still a speed below the top guys. Dechaine refuses to go and get the experience he needs to compete on this level.
At least in North America we also have Alex and John Morra, both world class as well. Still that's it for our continent, three lonely players who can compete on the world stage with any chance of success. Europe is far ahead in that respect, with a whole slew of rising talent, and they will continue to dominate the Mosconi Cup. Our young players don't seem to be as motivated (maybe Skyler is the exception) to succeed at this level.