One-Word Thread
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I'm even ok with working for minimum wage as long as there's a light at the end
Yes, every Pro tournament these days is a losing propositon because only 10% of the players make a profit after expenses. If they pooled their money together and bought TV TIME we could have a weekly TV Show on ESPN.
I'M NOT SERIOUS of course, just making an example that the money's being spent to make a difference it's just being allocated properly. I have wanted to go to several tournaments, then I look at the reality and it's just not worth it.
If I won a major tournament we could use that to leverage a nice profit (endorsements, merchandising, product sales, etc.), however, the prize money is like working for "minimum wage". I'm even ok with working for minimum wage as long as there's a light at the end of the tunnel and I know for sure it's not a train.
'The Game is the Teacher'
Yes, every Pro tournament these days is a losing propositon because only 10% of the players make a profit after expenses. If they pooled their money together and bought TV TIME we could have a weekly TV Show on ESPN.
I'M NOT SERIOUS of course, just making an example that the money's being spent to make a difference it's just being allocated properly. I have wanted to go to several tournaments, then I look at the reality and it's just not worth it.
If I won a major tournament we could use that to leverage a nice profit (endorsements, merchandising, product sales, etc.), however, the prize money is like working for "minimum wage". I'm even ok with working for minimum wage as long as there's a light at the end of the tunnel and I know for sure it's not a train.
'The Game is the Teacher'
Aimless.
Seriously, why won't the BCA just man up and create their own tour? They have name recognition, and would likely be more successful at negotiating sponsorships and TV contracts than your average promoter. They could hire someone or a group of folks to do the leg work on promotion and running it. Otherwise, we'll just see more of the same.
Seriously, why won't the BCA just man up and create their own tour? They have name recognition, and would likely be more successful at negotiating sponsorships and TV contracts than your average promoter. They could hire someone or a group of folks to do the leg work on promotion and running it. Otherwise, we'll just see more of the same.
Not very lady-like, my dear!:wave2:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWbE-zIbFG0
30 seconds
Jeff Livingston
Facepalming...
flatulence
LOL! Yes, I sure did mean Tony Crosby. My age is catching up with me. I notice it more frequently in recent times.
I have read every single post in this thread. Man, you all really came with some excellent, excellent word choices. I hope you keep 'em coming. By the end of this week, I am going to examine this thread thoroughly once again and announce the winner.
I just might come with a second prize photo if I can't choose just one. You all have really done a great job with this project.
Keep 'em coming. What a great virtual focus group.
Wanting.........
LOL! Yes, I sure did mean Tony Crosby. My age is catching up with me. I notice it more frequently in recent times.
I have read every single post in this thread. Man, you all really came with some excellent, excellent word choices. I hope you keep 'em coming. By the end of this week, I am going to examine this thread thoroughly once again and announce the winner.
I just might come with a second prize photo if I can't choose just one. You all have really done a great job with this project.
Keep 'em coming. What a great virtual focus group.
Now, you should have enough Nouns and adjectives....Tell me when you want a large grouping of Adverbs.
)How
When
Where
Why
How Much or
To what degree
I flunked english in HS and took summer classes every year (3), w/o change. afer that samo/same ea summer, I could do a sentence diagram of the Declaration of Independence, kinda looks like a pool flow chart with many different brackets :thumbup:
Now, you should have enough Nouns and adjectives....Tell me when you want a large grouping of Adverbs.
Hey...............we don't need no math in this thread!!! :sorry:
Maniac (school was his worst subject
)
Communications
(most pool players are able to tell good stories well enough to make them GREAT stories.)
Challenge
(every time at the table, there is a challenge to execute)
Frustration owners and players trying to make a buck and then keep making the buck.
Entertainmentthere are still lots of banger enjoying banging balls into the rails and being happy.
Leagues another interruption to drinking. :wink:
tournaments remember there are a lot more players (75%) losing than winning, these players have a desire that is worth a commitment.
status everyone wants to be known as a 'player'
(most pool players are able to tell good stories well enough to make them GREAT stories.)
Challenge
(every time at the table, there is a challenge to execute)
Frustration owners and players trying to make a buck and then keep making the buck.
Entertainmentthere are still lots of banger enjoying banging balls into the rails and being happy.
Leagues another interruption to drinking. :wink:
tournaments remember there are a lot more players (75%) losing than winning, these players have a desire that is worth a commitment.
status everyone wants to be known as a 'player'
Heartbreaking.....in so many ways.
Brian in VA
Brian in VA