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You have to have the fire in the belly for it, and the willingness to go through some very hard times in the beginning. I'm currently writing a book on this, and I can tell you that the beginning of opening a large pool room is a baptism by fire. Long hours and much worry about making lease...

Why honor the "hustling" or even action side of the game? Has it really done that much for pool, or has it stained it to the point of a permanent mark? Sure, the stories are exciting to listen to and it adds a mystique to the game that other sports don't have, but has it really been beneficial...

Johnny Archer will eventually be enshrined; too many nine ball tournament wins to keep him out of the HOF. Allen Hopkins should make it and Jose Parica's record should be looked at carefully and maybe he should be voted in. Ronnie Allen? Why? He doesn't have the tournament credentials to...

I first ran a hundred balls back in 1978 when I'd just gotten contacts. My 100th ball was a frozen straight in combo in the corner. But to be honest, if it would have been a harder shot but one enabling me to run more balls, I would have shot the more difficult shot. I got lucky that it was a...

Joey, I might, or another one like I just had, or both. Danny

Of course, whom should I send them to? Danny

Two rail the eight, as was mentioned before, using mostly center-low, so the cue ball goes to the rail and kicks the three towards the pocket, hooking the opponent on the eight. I've seen Efren play this shot before. The main focus is on the cue ball, so the shooter doesn't get himself into...

Abe, glad you liked the tournament. I'll do it again probably before the summer begins. I love the game and still believe very strongly that it can catch on. It encapsulates the best of all games, in my opinion. Danny

James, my mistake, done! Danny K

I e-mailed results to AZ Billiards and hope they post them soon. In short, it was a disappointing turnout, but all players enjoyed the event and the game. 34 players participated. We payed 16 places. I didn't realize until it was too late that the Reno Bar Table tournament was beginning the...

Yes, the balls are reracked and rebroken. If a ball is made on the break the shooter has cbih, if not his opponent has cbih. Very important to make a ball on the break. This relates the game somewhat to eight-ball, except the one ball has to be contacted first. Danny

Last update on the tourney. Lots of response and interest.

Update only. Looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible Sat. Danny K

Sorry I couldn't make this one. I've played straight pool with Calvin for 35 years and I know what kind of formidable player he his. It's about time he won an event like this. Danny K

Frank, looking forward to seeing you there. I won't be playing this time because I'll have my hands full running the tournament. I hope the players find the game interesting and fun to play, and with very little luck involved. Danny

Looking forward, Chris. We'll open at 10AM for practice and coffee. Lunch begins at 11AM. Danny

Even though I've just about given up straight pool, I'll participate in this one if at all possible. Roger is putting up a lot of time and some of his own money to make this a success, and driving around Southern California to many pool rooms to promote it. Good luck Roger! Danny K

Thanks for the kudos, Jim. You bet, great way to pick up some extra cash and learn a new and interesting game! Danny K

Jim, it may not be broke, but maybe better games are out there? Bob, Snooker worked fine in England, but not at this time. Our culture is changing and I believe pool needs to go along with the changes. You may have enjoyed the safety play as a kid, but maybe you had a more natural...

Not to take everyone off the point, but the same is true in straight pool, as far as using the entire table. Most shots are made in the two corner pockets nearest the rack and a couple in the side and maybe one per rack in the opposite corner. Once a pro gets an open shot in nine ball the game...