Just curious if some of the other highly ranked American players participated in these training sessions and were given an opportunity to impress? Roberts, McMinn, Hall? Personally, Iβd vote for assistant captain Joey Gray as the final selection over Robinson.
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I was thinking this and then I thought....
We all love JJ's commentary because of
his analytical brain for the game.
Also his knowledge of the scene. JJ has been
embedded in the american pool scene for at least
3 decades.
We see from a far, he sees with a microscope.
I guess it is irrelevant that a guy would get his clock cleaned in a long race, particularly in 10 ball if the game for MC is 9 ball and has short races. I don't think anybody is arguing that Robinson is better than Styer, Deuel, Dechaine, Archer, Morris, Hatch, Earl, or Roberts in a long race- they must think that giving Robinson a chance to develop under the pressure situation of the MC is worth it.
Agreed - Double Jβs well deserved reputation not only as a commentator, his knowledge of the game at the highest level but also an assistant captain over the past 2 winning US Mosconi cup teams have earned him a pass on this selection, so weβll see what happens. If they do play and If this last player proves to be the weak link that makes the difference in the outcome, that will be the time for criticism / hindsight regarding this selection.
I'm with you on that. Before, during, and after the
cup I hope we get some good interviews with
JJ. Get a little peek behind the curtain.
I'm excited. He might just surprise us all, I also
have my reservations.
Very well said, I couldnt agree more.
Kaci get 5th spot on Team Europe
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This year will be an interesting MC anyway, since the Europeans didn't play a real competitive match for a long time.
There have been some small tournaments and some "online" matches, but basically no real pro circuit at all.
I don't know how much the US team members have been involved into money games and gambling matches, but I think they might have an edge in terms of hard match play preperation, which was Europe's advantage for over a decade.
There have been some small tournaments and some "online" matches, but basically no real pro circuit at all.
I don't know how much the US team members have been involved into money games and gambling matches, but I think they might have an edge in terms of hard match play preperation, which was Europe's advantage for over a decade.
Just some Random Stats
Player Fargo Player[/U] Fargo
SVB 827 Shaw 822
'Berg 794 Albin 802
Sky 796 Filler 824
Billy 773 Gorst 814
CRob 742 Kaci 812
Team USA AVG. FR 786.4 Team Europe AVG. FR 814.8
I do not know what this suggests, I just thought it was interesting...and sorry about the formatting...
Player Fargo Player[/U] Fargo
SVB 827 Shaw 822
'Berg 794 Albin 802
Sky 796 Filler 824
Billy 773 Gorst 814
CRob 742 Kaci 812
Team USA AVG. FR 786.4 Team Europe AVG. FR 814.8
I do not know what this suggests, I just thought it was interesting...and sorry about the formatting...
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The first three on each team would be very competitive, but the final two players on each team would certainly figure to favor the Euros. Of course with players at this level, you can throw all that out the window with these short races.
the last 2 years the US has won because they built up a big lead playing doubles. Thats what they practiced. So final day was singles and the Euros were under more pressure cuz they were behind . Fargo ratings are out the window in doubles :grin-square:
May be generally true... But these tournament partners are not exactly chopped liver for competition...
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Being a Canuck, I always cheer for this side of the pond...but itβs pretty scary.
The lowest Fargo on the Euro team is in the 800s.
Only Shane is in the 800s for our side.
However, itβs a team effort...maybe the Americans can be a better team.
The Euros are from different countries....they got five different flags.
The lowest Fargo on the Euro team is in the 800s.
Only Shane is in the 800s for our side.
However, itβs a team effort...maybe the Americans can be a better team.
The Euros are from different countries....they got five different flags.
Wish we had some Canadian brethren to utilize our from our continent like Europe does. Couple of good ones to select from! Pretty tough action for Team USA to take on this compilation of monsters. I guess it is in the rules for Team USA to not be able to use those players though... I digress...
Well played Europe, well played indeed... and on their turf, gonna be a rough one if you ask me.
Well played Europe, well played indeed... and on their turf, gonna be a rough one if you ask me.
Definitely much, much weaker than the 2013 Team Europe.
Ralf Souquet
World 9 ball Champion, US Open Champion, best player in European history, BCA Hall of Famer
Niels Feijen
World 9-ball Champion, World 14.1 Champion, future BCA Hall of famer
Darren Appleton
World 9-ball Champion and US Open Champion, BCA Hall of Famer
Mika Immonen
World Champion and US Open Champion, BCA Hall of Famer
Karl Boyes
Came in off a bronze medal at the World 9-ball in 2013, among the best clutch performers ever for Team Europe at the Mosconi
This European "dream team" won the Mosconi by a score of 11-2.
Iβve spoken for one Canuck and one Mexican since day one.
Let it be continent versus continent.
I would argue that the 2020 European team has less resume but more skill and would be the equals if not the very slight favorite to the 2013 team in a "time travel" match up. One team has a little more experience and proven track record with high pressure situations etc, and the other team has a little more raw skill and some smaller proven record of their own. Would be a great battle for sure.
Yup, that's a match we'd both enjoy for sure!