John has single-handedly brought straight pool into circles of conversation and the minds of men that play this game around the world like none other. From forums to neighborhood social circle game days and even the weekly senior center tournaments according to my friend Tony
We’re seeing guys hunting for the videos and records we speak of here in this thread to get a glimpse of something none of us will be able to witness in person. It get folks looking and verifying facts and searching for proof. And THIS is where the magic happens - the quest for treasures of knowledge that morph into action - from writing articles and books to racking your favorite ball set, setting up the myriad break shots that John had during any of his amazing runs - trying to record our own high runs at the great 14.1
John has humbled us all, I think - and in the meantime, shown us what is possible. He has inspired most of us and motivated many of us to pursue our best. Today and into tomorrow. And the next day.
As most of us are, I’m really looking forward to having a piece of this history on dvd / hard drive to keep learning the game and pursuing my best on the baize - not just in solo play attempts, but match play amongst friends - referring many times to the six-two-six and what John Schmidt gave us.....new and renewed passion.
Great, great achievement, JS. Thank you for the inspiration.
~ K.
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Great post, friend. :clapping: