What other American players has managed money as well, and maybe planned for a comfortable retirement?
Being a fisherman of sorts myself, (bass and hybrid stripes), and retired, I'm happy as can be for Shane.
I would really like to know who they are, where they call home, and maybe how they planned, et cetera.
Some players have gone in a different direction in the pool industry since they were unable to earn a decent living and make ends meet in tournament competitions. Allen Hopkins, Nick Varner, Mike Sigel, Mike Massey, and Jeannette Lee come to mind.
As most know, it is difficult to make ends meet in pool tournaments due to the extremely high expenses of airfare, travel, lodging, eating meals on the road, tournament entry fees, et cetera. Even when you come in first, second, or third place, it's tough.
Shane, of course, is the exception rather than the rule. One thing that has helped Shane continue to be number one in USA is that he doesn't have much American competition. How many actual pro players does USA have? Therein lies the problem.
With Matchroom's recent announcement about a nineball ranking tour, things might change for the better. Fingers crossed.