perhaps Keith
By "dominant money player", I would read that as the guy who most often got the cash. Jay, I know you will think of it, I'm brain dead right now, who was the guy that wasn't quite world class, but very, very, seldom lost for the cash, stayed under the radar for almost his whole career?
Lassiter was probably the most dominant of all time, with only one man he felt was his equal - George Rood. And Luther could bring it for the cash, the bigger the better. Do you know he was playing $100-500 a game 9-Ball in the 40's and 50's? That's like playing for several thousand a game today.
Other dominant players include Buddy without question. He was the most feared American player for many years. Not even Keith wanted any part of him. Then Parica came along and pretty soon no one wanted to do business with him either. He was spotting the world! And winning!
These three are the dominant big money 9-Ball players during my lifetime. One other player of note was Jay Swanson, who next to Buddy, could play better for big money than anyone else.
No, he has been mentioned on here several times in the past. Always as one of the best cash players ever. Knew how to match up with the real big boys and take them off if necessary, but usually avoided them. Never played tournaments. (Not Don Willis, although he would be a contender too for this thread.) Maybe my brain will wake up and I'll think of it.
Jay, I know this was not the original question, but I'd be interested to hear your take on who are the best of today's young crew (like early 30's or younger).
Thanks,
Aaron
Are you thinking of Jack Cooney?
Yang, Alex (when playing), Lee Vann, Dennis O., and Shane! That's about it.
Aaron, that's Frisco Jack. I did mention him.
Slams fist on table.Aaron, that's Frisco Jack. I did mention him.
These three are the dominant big money 9-Ball players during my lifetime.