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Long as they fill venues and keep the event sponsors happy I don't see why Matchroom would end a succesful promotion. It really sucks that America has become the Washington Generals but they will keep cashing the checks. I know Matchroom wants a competitive event simply because all sports is...

I don't believe basic skills are the problem. The issue is the format and setting. Do you really think the Euros do anything better than the Americans when it comes to basic skills? They execute better, have a better attitude and manage mistakes better in the cup format. Thats why they win...

I don't understand just picking random people. No real team sport on earth just says "I'm taking these guys". They all practice/train both individual and team skills then run them as close as possible in game conditions. Then they choose the best performers to put on the field. If people want...

Posted this in another thread. Its in the same direction as your thinking: Take the top five qualifiers and five captains picks. Lock them in a room for two weeks playing nothing but the Cup format. The five guys who demonstrate they want to be a part of a team the most and who can perform in...

Take the top five qualifiers and five captains picks. Lock them in a room for two weeks playing nothing but the Cup format. The five guys who demonstrate they want to be a part of a team the most and who can perform in the cup format are who gets to go. No one should be considered a lock to go...

Very good point. In short race alternate break events whoever manages mistakes the best almost always wins. By managing mistakes I mean two things: - Turning the page when you make a mistake and not making another mistake because you are shook from the last one. Americans are guilty of this...

I was just about to buy the stream and came here first to see what the schedule is. That is a hell of a match to leave on the shelf. I know why they do it but it seems like with just four matches for the day they could of done it different. On the other hand I've been in their spot and know...

At the top level its all mental. All pro level guys can make the shots. It comes down to decision making and mental toughness. In tournament play luck can play a factor as well but the great players find ways to outrun that over the long term. Most young guns get stopped by booze, drugs...

Didnt watch the match but I know the presentation style you are talking about. I know Beau and he is a good guy. The other dude I don't know. They kind of come off in a fake way to me in their public presentation. I'm talking about the video stuff I've seen them do. Keep waiting for them to sell...

I only know two legit world champion level players who habitually use drugs while they play. Not saying more don't just that I only know two for sure. Most guys at the really elite level don't fool with it much as far as I know. More I suspect because its a situation of the juice not being worth...

Can't be having any luck or excitement for spectators in pool. Thats just insane.

The only thing certain about break rules is that someone will hate them.

I know different euro books will take action on the Mosconi Cup. Surprised they would book the Open. How are they doing it?

You bring up a good point showing how high the hurdle is to reach any kind of mainstream success. If pro Soccer can't break through with all it has going for it who are we really kidding talking about pro pool? LOL...pretty much a thread stopper when you think about it like that. Pool in the...

Bless Harry for trying but that plan has been very close to being ready to go for almost a decade. Harry is a smart man but I don't see how he could compete with established fantasy sports sites on the one hand and casino corporations on the other. Would be great to see him do it but playing in...

I agree to a certain extent but as far as Euro's are concerned the question that hangs in the air is: If its so good in Europe why do most of the best Euro players live in America? Mika, Daz, Thorsten, Shaw. Hell if we had a residency requirement for Mosconi Cup we would never lose. I do see...

I can't speak for Mark or anyone else on why they do or don't do anything. You would have to ask them directly. My comment about Barry Hearn was not an opinion it was paraphrasing his Hall of Fame induction speech. He talked at length about his efforts in the U.S. and why they have not worked...

The eurotour wouldn't last a year here. Its an even worse financial proposition for players than what the U.S. has. The player culture in Europe is completely different than here. Which is almost certainly a good thing.

I assume we are talking about pro pool here. I only see three possible ways. - Pro tour funded by a large amateur league. If the APA put .50 per player per week into a pro fund you would have your tour tomorrow. They will never do this because its not in their interest to do this. So to use...

Its so funny to see people saying how they would of asked Earl for clarification or just given him the shot because they knew what he meant. My bet is none of them have had to spend a week around Earl or play him in semi final match. There is one constant in many of these shit shows over the...