Search results

Dynamic What human dynamic exists that hasn't already been displayed via team interactions, whether Amateur or Professional? Yes, Larry and Terry have done well with their business model, via sponsorship. What human dynamic did they introduce to competition that hadn't previously existed...

Trends Oh, I get it now. You are speaking of pocket billiards played on tables which are larger than 3.5 x7, aka Bar Boxes. I am not sure what kind of exposure you have had nationally to determine your findings. I am also not sure whether you have any industry figures to back the assertions...

There is no such thing Mr. Schofield, I have attempted to read as much of this thread as possible before offering a commentary. In your OP, you stated that you believe pool has a fatal flaw. For almost 125 years, the game of Pocket Billiards has been played in varying formats. It will be...

Someone in the Pool Industry I liked Deadon's post. He touched on a few points that are of personal interest for me. When I described the local people in the trenches previously, it is organizations such as his that are making a positive impact. The connection to the education community is a...

Conciousness? In the broad spectrum of conciousness, today's markets are Television and Internet. With over 250 Television Channels, coupled with Large Format HD Viewing , the unforunate Short Attention Span is the state of conciousness that must be overcome. The Internet has wonderful...

Sponsor Return on Investment. Market Research and Public Relations are how you develop sponsors outside of the sport. Looking at the way pool is operating today, the RoI is in the Risk category versus being in the Reward category. All of the demographics that the BCA Trade Association is...

Koln-Cologne Germany Carnival I'd recommend he try a stopover in Koln or Mainz, Germany for their Fasching(Mardis Gras) Festivals!!! That's some Crazeeeee Germans over there. If you like the costumes and the wild Italians, Venice isn't bad, though! Oh, yeah, there is a lot of drama on the...

Create more pool players Robin, I have finished reading all of the previous posts before offering input. As an observer, I see the people involved in High School Organized Pool Activities, as being the vanguards of this idea of creating pool players. They are in the trenches, fostering...

I like it. Kind of a Celebrity Guest Match. I encourage the following: Each chosen guest receive a Team Shirt from their respective Team as a prize. Other sponsor prizes as the program develops. A Value System of Rewards. Insert the Guest Match at the Midway(Halftime) point in the competition...

Video Critique Jim, I just watched the video. It is a good visual collage to set the tone. While the written graphics give a brief overview of concept, it interferes with the visual. Downsizing the font would help, but the real drawback is not having a voice over artist to convey the message...

Bowling is Cool. While I had an Uncle and Cousins who bowled in Leagues in a nearby city, I did not pick up a Bowling Ball until I was in the Army. I enjoyed it very much and even played on a military league for a season. Got a Patch and a Card. When I was younger, I'd watch ABC Wide World of...

Interesting Teaser Nice job Jim on the teaser. Looking forward to seeing where it goes. Is this a new concept you are building for organized professional pool?

Regret Yeah, just One. A 1987 Richard Black Hoppe. Two Shafts, Ivory Ferrules. Unfortunately, it was housed in a Brand New Centennial Case 1x2 in Grey Elephant. Insult to Injury. This was around 1988-1989. Still Sick over it.

DFW Area Maybe AZ'er Run the Century could help you guys out? He's extremely talented and shares a passion for Pool. Tell Him cajunfats sent you. He knows how to teach.

Chris does have a Beauty! I have seen a lot of Gary's Cues and am always amazed at his work. I have known a few cuemakers and I consider Gary to be one of the Best. What a Wonderful Looking Cue!! Great Job, Gary!

Doing Good,Jim! Coming along nicely with the development of the storyline. It was very nice to see Danny Barouty playing the "ex-friend". Gives more depth to the backstory of Ann. Keep up the great work Jim. Carl

My Calendar Girl I have a thing for my Mona. Deb Aarens is an Artist. Bring on the Calendar.:grin:

Beautiful Cue Barry has attained the realm of the Devanagari(Guru) in cuemaking. Absolutely Stunning Work! Absolutely Without Peer! Absolutely Perfect!

One of the Best Mark Wilson is among the highest level of his profession. More than knowledge make a great teacher or coach. Mark has a temperment that is essential in the ability to impart knowledge,from beginner to professional. I would implore everyone in the area who would consider...

Olympics? Probably Not. While the article is interesting,it does explain why the approach, pool and cue sports in general have taken,has failed to push for admission. When you play a waiting game,...you wait. That is how the IOC operates,from a high pedestal,looking down. However, they...