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    The Mind Game, Part 1

    Does anyone know if Jimmy ever followed up with a post of "his exact words" that he used when shooting?
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    Shane Vanboening vs Jayson Shaw

    Is winner breaks or alternating breaks?
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    Lightning Chip new and improved!

    I don't know either, so you're not alone.
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    WOW!! Seriously!

    I couldn't get that link to work.
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    Touching the ONE-BALL in a 9-Ball Rack Creates an ADVANTAGE - Is This "Cheating" ?

    Did you miss this comment by CJ, "I have to disagree about the magic rack playing 10-Ball, it makes the manipulation "move" easier and more effective. When you know the "inside knowledge" and touch the one ball after the balls are racked you can create effective create gaps."
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    Rules for Playing the Ghost

    I think you need to set the rules according to your current game level and what you're trying to get ready for. If you're preparing for a pro-level match or tournament then assume that you lose for scratching on the break and play the all balls foul rule to get your mind ready for that. If...
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    Playing the Devil's Advocate for Barry Behrman

    Payouts were roughly $166,000 and entry fees were about 102,000. (He needs to raise $64,000 to pay the players and break even.) Barry gets money from sponsors, exhibitors and increased revenue from the action in his room during the event (there may be other sources, and I hope there are not...
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    USA Open Nine Ball Tournament of Champions

    Then the question becomes where do you get the money? That's always the issue. Everyone on here would like to see the game succeed and see the players playing for bigger purses and getting paid in a timely fashion. The U.S. Open this year was scheduled to payout approximately $166,000. The...
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    US Open top 10 ?

    This is a little more than what you ask for but the easiest way I can get what you want. http://www.azbilliards.com/tours_and_events/158-us-open-9-ball-championship/6185-us-open-9-ball-championship-2014/results/
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    Does Barry Really 'Own' The US Open Name?

    It is hard to get investors or sell a business venture that has a long track record of not making money. Investors need to know there is some chance of making a profit (profit is not a bad word). Until someone finds a way to make the event profitable I don't expect things to change much. Barry...
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    9ball without the break is NO 9ball...

    The best players will adjust and adapt to whatever the setup is and still find a way to win.
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    Remembering Grady Mathews

    Very nice tribute JAM. I never met him personally but I watched a few of his videos and loved he and Billy together in the booth. Your assessment of them being great together is correct.
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    Remembering Grady Mathews

    Those are frames designed to keep the focal point of the glasses higher on your head for better viewing when you bend over to shoot.
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    Busty vs Corey

    And Then...?
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