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I remember the shot. The difference between Efren's and my shot was I had to call mine. It was similar to Efren's, but Efren didn't have to call his. It occurred in Richmond, Kentucky, between me and Earl. Earl won it 11 to 10. I missed the 7-ball to win it, and Earl, in his usual form in...

Tell Jerry I said hi. The last time I ran into him was when we were running around over there at Mike's house. We haven't been able to buy any trophies lately (LOL). :D I sure do miss them days. We had a lot of fun! ;)

Thank you for the question, Youngpoolplayer! I never used to practice with my friends. I'd always practice by myself which allowed me to work on my strokes and techniques. It's hard for me to get anything out of it when I'm playing friends. When starting out, the most important thing is to...

Thanks for the nice compliments. HardTimes was the happening spot in the '90s. It sure was a lot of fun. The way I shoot combinations is I look at the object ball first. I see where it has to be hit. I look at the cue-ball and visualize that line. And then, it goes with the technique of...

This is a problem which happens to even the best players from time to time. I catch myself jumping up in spots, caught up in the heat of battle. As far as trying to stay down on the ball, try to see every object ball in the hole. In other words, after you stroke the cue-ball, stare the ball...

Heckler, congratulations to getting to the next level! I'd suggest a couple of things. With a world-class player like Majid, if you miss, do not leave the ball hanging in the pocket. Make sure you try to play a safety if you miss, number one. This is a short race, and you can win. If you...

Mack, yes, it was true. Her name is Debbie G., and we did date for some years when I was in my early twenties. The place we used to go to in Salem was The Pub. I don't know if it's still there now. I used to play golf over there with Dan Crabtree. That was my thing back then. I'm living in...

Pixie, I always try to have fun when I'm playing, whether it's competing or just banging the balls around. Before a tournament match, practice all the shots that you have problems with and get accustomed to the speed of the table and the equipment. I try to make the shots that I do have...

It looks like I'm not too happy, but I did win the first three games in a row. Niels Feijen must have been putting a little package together because he was in our foursome in this match. When you're sitting in the chair on the sidelines, the only thing you're thinking about is getting to that...

9ballkeeng, Jerry is respected as one of the best 9-ball players in this area. As you know, he has that BIG break and a high gear which a lot of players don't. I try to play him the other games when we match up because he out-breaks me 2 to 1, and he is hard to beat. I have to have my "A"...

Hey, Grady, I don't really like to say much on some topics, but I think you are in the wrong there. The Skins was one of the most exciting events that I have been to in the last 20 years. It sort of reminded me of Lake Tahoe all over again, but with all the excitement. There was more pressure...

NoShow33, I have used a Bobby Hunter cue stick, and I'd recommend it highly. He makes a very good cue which does have a nice stiff hit, which is what I like, too, in my cues. It is necessary for you to have forward balance because that is what makes the cue stick tick. I don't know what kind...

David, it's not the easiest question in the world to answer, but I'm going to do the best I can. Anybody who stands straight up on a cue-ball and has a straight deliverance stroke, I know I got 'em. I believe you have to be more flexible with your back hand on the cue stick than in your...

Stryker, I haven't played in any of the ring games lately, but I've played in my share of them for some real money. The way I used play is the bet would be raised every hour. Everybody has so many chips, just like they do in a poker tournament. If everybody has 10,000 in chips and they're...

I think you can get more draw with the Simonis cloth. That other cloth does seem like it's a little slower. One thing to remember is when you do put that cloth on your home table, it's important to have it done professionally, the tighter, the better (IMO). Most tournaments use the 860...

Sizl, I like my cues with a skinny butt, forward balance, ivory ferrule, weighing in at about 20-1/2 ounces. I like to have my cue a little bit heavier because of the simple fact that I move my hand a lot on the butt end of the cue, trying to feel the perfect balance, so I can master all my...

David, I used to get hypnotized watching those good players myself. One thing I can suggest that could possibly help you is to try to see what they're doing with the cue-ball, and on the offs, you should try to utilize their knowledge and apply it to your game. When practicing, get off to...

FORUM NAME: Keith McCready LOCATION: Washington, D.C. AGE: 47 HOURS PER WEEK YOU PLAY POOL: On average, 20 BEVERAGE OF CHOICE: Budweiser

Hi, Johnny. I tried to make something happen early when I shot the 2-9 combo. If I had to do it again, I'd probably do the same thing. I usually don't miss very many combos that I have ball in hand for. I could shoot that combination 10 times and make it 8 out of 10. I wish I would have...

Ian, welcome to the AzBilliards Discussion Forum. I like Schon cues myself. Some of the players like to use those Predator shafts. I've tried a couple of Predator shafts and had a little trouble with them. I'm not saying they are not good because I know quite a few players that use them and...