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As always Tom, you bring up valid points. I'm not sure the people that sell advertising in those magazines spend much time talking to the outside sponsors but it would be worth a shot. The VA state 9 Ball Championships were here a few weeks ago and Joshua Dickerson was able to secure an...

My advice on how to get a "little" better is: Take a lesson or Pool School from Randy G or Scott Lee (trust me, these guys are worth every penny) and then practice, a lot. You will get a little better. If you stick with it, you'll get a lot better. Your age doesn't matter in the least as...

Hey John, nice site! I think it's terrific to see one of the best people in the game, as well as one of the best players, do good thing! I enjoyed watching the video clip. I've been a public speaker for many years and you're a natural. You're fast on your feet, self-deprecating and your...

I believe that Karma is very powerful so I try to conduct myself as a gentleman. I'm successful most of the time. Brian in VA

Three balls ahead and one at a time! Good Luck kid! Brian in VA

Much like golf swings, where no two are exactly the same, a pool stroke will be yours alone and will be slightly different from everyone elses. You should know the cue ball doesn't care what you're doing with the cue until, and only for, the moment of contact which is a ridiculously short...

Taking lessons from Scott Lee and then Randy G's Pool School. Taught me how to practice and what to practice. Dr. Dave's VEPS DVDs have helped me learn some shots I didn't know before. An old dog can learn new tricks! Brian in VA

I was fortunate enough to work the stream with Max by my side for all but the last two matches when i had to switch to referee. We saw some terrific pool during the event, really high quality stuff. This was my first time in the booth and Max made it easy to do as did JR Calvert and Alvin the...

When I took the ACS National Referee's course a few years ago, I was told that story as part of the course. That is supposed to be the correct ruling. Takes a big set to call it though! Brian in VA

I'm with you, Joe. I don't believe in just taking the other guy's money because he wants to give it away. I like to play a square match for a few dollars; makes the game a little more interesting. Perhaps the lesson is, you can't fix stupid. ;) Brian in VA

A 7 foot table is fine for practice as any practice time is good practice time! Brian in VA

My earliest joy in the game came about when I made a table length kick shot, at the age of 6, to beat one of my dad's buddies on our table in the basement. The ribbing that guy got from the rest of the players was ruthless.:D To this day, I'm still supremely confident in my ability to kick...

As someone who has reffed at the state and national tournament level, I can only say that it's one of the most difficult jobs in the world. I made one bad call in 5 days of working the floor and that's the only one anybody remembers. My experience has been that most of them do an outstanding...

Well done Tom! I can't wait until I'm old enough to play in that division. :thumbup: Brian in VA

Ghost, this may be one of the best posts I've read here in 5 years! Well said, sir! Greenie to you! Brian in VA

The BCAPL does offer an online scoring system but it is operated by a separate company. As long as the LO pays for it, they can keep entering scores. Unfortunately, I'm not aware of any methodology for making sure the league operator is filing the paperwork, and monies, properly. The happens...

The first time I saw Rodney play was at Barry Behrman's "Master's" event in the spring in Chesapeake VA about 8 years ago. It was also the first pro tournament I went to. Got to the arena about an hour before play began and Rodney was on a table warming up. He was the only guy in there. He'd...

As a league operator, sanctioned by the BCAPL and the ACS, I really hate to hear about this. I don't want to comment on what's happened without hearing details but there are ways for anyone in that league, that wants to play at the national tournament, to do it. I'd recommend they call the...

Wow! That's a slick bracket system. Using the search feature I could find the team from my league and the singles players in no time! This will be fun to watch! Brian in VA

30+ years ago, I used to play some expensive golf; $50 nassau with automatic 1 down presses. That means that every time a hole is won or lost, another bet begins. Had some afternoons where I cleared $600 - $700. Had some where I lost the same. I say this to point out that I have gambled over...