the new generation of young players like a shaw or a filler are more connected techwise with the older pros like an Appleton or a immonen than the last generation was with their predecessors, so its relatively easy to follow matches and their careers as they all seem like a unit. and the matches on youtube instead of having to stream from an unreliable website with issues. overall, its easy to follow pool today if youre a fan. pro pool is also very accessible as are the players, ive met every famous pool player we know, got their autographs, ive gotten lessons from them. its a unique experience bc its a niche sport. they do a lot right considering theyre fighting a losing fight when it comes to fans and sponsors. we can all talk shit, but if you go to a poolhall theres a chance youll run into a PROFESSIONAL pool player, arguably the most difficult game in the world. that's pretty damn cool.