I like Keiths side. He doesn't make too many bad games.
Action - EARL VS KEITH!!!
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I concur that the spots earl is giving is a bit much.. I guess people are saying "Earl you are a world beater..i need more weight" As my buddy tells me all the time, when i get a bit timid on playing some one who shoots my speed or better ... MAN THE F#*$ UP and Play
Earl can still beat anyone in the world..i truly believe that in my heart. He is by far the best nine ball player in the world when he is on...but the spots i have read he is giving are a bit much to pro level players...playem even earl ..let em earn that cash
Earl can still beat anyone in the world..i truly believe that in my heart. He is by far the best nine ball player in the world when he is on...but the spots i have read he is giving are a bit much to pro level players...playem even earl ..let em earn that cash
dimes33 said:
The real question is which "speed or gear" each of the players show up in, not just Earl. Believe me, Keith is capable of playing close to Archer speed one week and then play 6 and the last 3 below that the next week. There is no way I could bet on this just because it's a coin toss on which player will show up on both sides...
Saw
The Saw said:
LOL....sounds like Ian Costello.
I dunno
But how many times do you think that Earl would turn over the 7,8, or 9 to Keith to shoot? Not hardly any, if that. When you get to a certain speed, which both are, getting the tail end balls of the rack just doesn't count for much because you never get to shoot at them.
Another way to look at it, is how many times do you think that Keith would miss after making the 6 ball and not get to the 9 ball if there was no spot?
I think the 6-8 balls are pretty irrelevant for A+ players and above. I would prefer to have games on the wire, which is a sure win, rather than a possibility of a win, depending on how good your opponent shot, and if you got to get a shot at a spotted ball to begin with.
It's pretty obvious you are not going to shoot at all, or get 1 trip to the table in this matchup per game.
I thought Earl was being sponsored by a cuemaker now? But, yeah, gambling can 'Shock' you back into your game pretty fast, providing the motivation that tournaments don't do after awhile.
But how many times do you think that Earl would turn over the 7,8, or 9 to Keith to shoot? Not hardly any, if that. When you get to a certain speed, which both are, getting the tail end balls of the rack just doesn't count for much because you never get to shoot at them.
Another way to look at it, is how many times do you think that Keith would miss after making the 6 ball and not get to the 9 ball if there was no spot?
I think the 6-8 balls are pretty irrelevant for A+ players and above. I would prefer to have games on the wire, which is a sure win, rather than a possibility of a win, depending on how good your opponent shot, and if you got to get a shot at a spotted ball to begin with.
It's pretty obvious you are not going to shoot at all, or get 1 trip to the table in this matchup per game.
I thought Earl was being sponsored by a cuemaker now? But, yeah, gambling can 'Shock' you back into your game pretty fast, providing the motivation that tournaments don't do after awhile.
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Keith went off twice to Chris Bartram at DCC last year. It was sad he looked helpless at times but he would come back with more money an do a repeat. I believe if Earl gets where he can knock off 3 or 4 of these shortstops in a row giving up weight I believe his game will jump up big time. Earl didn't used to be good he used to be great an I believe Earl still has a little left in the tank.
Pinocchio
Keith went off twice to Chris Bartram at DCC last year. It was sad he looked helpless at times but he would come back with more money an do a repeat. I believe if Earl gets where he can knock off 3 or 4 of these shortstops in a row giving up weight I believe his game will jump up big time. Earl didn't used to be good he used to be great an I believe Earl still has a little left in the tank.
Pinocchio
Snapshot9 said:
I think Earl needs to hook his backer up with Billy Incardona. These games seem to be out of line in favor of the opponents. I would like Earl to be playing even up 9 ball and even up 10 ball. These spots, especially when you aren't used to giving up the weight can be disconcerting and he doesn't need that extra baggage.
What about some of the "gamblers" playing him some even 9 rocket?
Who wants to get into the box? Who need Billy Incardone?
Maybe someone like CJ would like to get in the box playing some even 9 rocket or 10 ball. Both he and Earl have been absent from the gambling arena and maybe this would be a chance for them to strengthen their individual games.
WHO ELSE WANTS TO GET IN THE BOX WITH EARL? COME ON, BELLY-UP TO THE TABLE LIKE A MAN!!!!!! WHO WANTS SOME OF EARL EVEN UP FOR $2,000 OR $10,000? (shades of JM
)JoeyA
if it was just a matter of Cuetec saying no gambling, then I like Earl's chances
Earl can give up greater spots to guys better than keith, come to think of it, I really like Earl's chances
Earl can give up greater spots to guys better than keith, come to think of it, I really like Earl's chances
Okay I just woke up to find that I did leave out a few KEY details...
It is going to be played on a 9-footer and the game is 9-ball. It is not going to be at Little Reno. It will be at a new pool room called Kings Street Billiards that is VERY close to Little Reno. Keith is going to be the House Pro out of Kings Street in some type of capacity. I'm sure he's been playing on the table for probably two months.
If anyone knows "Skibo" from North Carolina I know that he wants to match up with Earl on the barbox if Earl is interested. He plays real sporty on the box. Not sure if that is the correct spelling.
I'm leaning towards making some side bets on Keith but Saw's comments do have me a little apprehensive about doing so.
It is going to be played on a 9-footer and the game is 9-ball. It is not going to be at Little Reno. It will be at a new pool room called Kings Street Billiards that is VERY close to Little Reno. Keith is going to be the House Pro out of Kings Street in some type of capacity. I'm sure he's been playing on the table for probably two months.
If anyone knows "Skibo" from North Carolina I know that he wants to match up with Earl on the barbox if Earl is interested. He plays real sporty on the box. Not sure if that is the correct spelling.
I'm leaning towards making some side bets on Keith but Saw's comments do have me a little apprehensive about doing so.
DeadPoked said:
Keep it coming, DP. You brought lots of good stuff to this forum with Earl's last money match.
Here's the advice Earl Heisle used to give me a long time ago when I asked if I should bet. He said, "Look, why don't you keep the bet small and if you like the game, maybe next time you can boost it up a little".
You don't have to make a killing on this match or any other. The blood can run rather quick even on a small sweat wager.
Good luck and thanks!
JoeyA (keeps DP on AZ, on speed-surf)
I just got word that the match has been postponed until this Saturday. Which sucks because I go to work at 7pm on Saturday. I could go in later on but the UFC is also showing for free on TV that night and I am looking forward to seeing that as well. Sucks either way... I'll keep you guys up-to-date.