Allison Fisher or Jean Balukas?
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jay helfert said:
Actually, I saw Allison Fisher run 4 racks once, and I remember that cuz I was making a point to a new fan that the women could play. And I specifically counted the racks run and noted it to him at the time. It was in the LA area definitely.
possibly Commerce ? or Bicycle Casino ? I forget which.
from an azb report at http://www.azbilliards.com/2000storya.cfm?storynum=2705
"Allison Fisher then gained revenge for her earlier loss today by blanking Jennifer Chen 7-0 in an effort that saw Allison running 5 racks in a row."
So 5 is confirmed anyway.
"Allison Fisher then gained revenge for her earlier loss today by blanking Jennifer Chen 7-0 in an effort that saw Allison running 5 racks in a row."
So 5 is confirmed anyway.
TorranceChris said:Actually, I saw Allison Fisher run 4 racks once, and I remember that cuz I was making a point to a new fan that the women could play. And I specifically counted the racks run and noted it to him at the time. It was in the LA area definitely.
That was the tournament at the Bike. You're right, it was four racks, because we were all talking about it. It was Allison's first win over here. I had picked Loree Jon to beat her, but what do I know.
Allison opened our eyes that night, and we haven't closed them yet.
John Barton
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sjm said:
In Kelly's first WPBA win I think she ran seven racks in a row from her break. I don't know if this counts since it was over the course of two matches but they were consecutive racks from her own break.
I have presonally been on the other end of numerous five packs by Kelly Fisher. And she beats the nine ball ghost and the ten ball ghost without ball in hand after the break.
John
I'm sure Allison, Karen & others have run many 4-5 packs, but I believe what Mike meant, Jean run those packs against top men and at that time the conditions must have been bit harder also. Don't know about the pocket size, but meaning the cloth, balls, racking etc..
Yes, Jay, put some Balukas to YouTube...
Yes, Jay, put some Balukas to YouTube...
Trivia question
Here's a trivia question: Who was the first male Jean played when she decided to play on the men's tour?
I'll save everybody some time and answer now, it was me. It was in St Charles IL. She beat me playing 9ball 11 to 2 and shot an accu-stats rated, plus 900. She even apologized for pummeling me so badly. My shame was short-lived because Mike LeBron was her next opponent and she smashed him too, along with a few other top-rated players, finishing in the money in a very deep field.
the Beard
PS On my new blog I will be pontificating on the sociopathic, political, and philosophical views I garnered and honed, on pool, and the world in general, during my 50 years in the underworld.
thebighurt said:
Here's a trivia question: Who was the first male Jean played when she decided to play on the men's tour?
I'll save everybody some time and answer now, it was me. It was in St Charles IL. She beat me playing 9ball 11 to 2 and shot an accu-stats rated, plus 900. She even apologized for pummeling me so badly. My shame was short-lived because Mike LeBron was her next opponent and she smashed him too, along with a few other top-rated players, finishing in the money in a very deep field.
the Beard
PS On my new blog I will be pontificating on the sociopathic, political, and philosophical views I garnered and honed, on pool, and the world in general, during my 50 years in the underworld.
Johnnyt said:
I had the fortune of sweating a match or two with Jean, and we talked as if we were old friend, even though I never met her before. She pretty much said that she didnt' have the passion for the game anymore, and the "fine" that she got in 1988 was a good excuse to step away from the game. She still was playing softball or some other sport, and I believe she hurt her knee.
We talked about the idea of matching up with Allison (since everyone else on the internet asks her),and she talked about it being interesting only in that she'd have fan support rather than what she endured vs. the men and vs. the women. But, she also didn't have any interest in actually doing any comeback. Then.... she whispered... "not winner take all."
Fred
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I think it is interesting that both Jean and Allison (who I photographed twice and know fairly well) are both gracious, classy and charismatic. Also both have a really great sense of humor...
I wonder if this ability to laugh, helps them to deal with competition? I don't know, I just think it is an unusual quality that they share...
Oh and Karen is pretty funny too, in her own shy way.
I wonder if this ability to laugh, helps them to deal with competition? I don't know, I just think it is an unusual quality that they share...
Oh and Karen is pretty funny too, in her own shy way.
Marvel said:
Sorry, I don't know how. I can't even get a photo on here. A total retard!
Johnnyt said:
Nope. Not yet.
cuechick said:
Her famous match with Robin was on ESPN.
John Barton said:
Pretty sporty! I am curious to how long the ghost races are. Big difference race to 50 vs. race to 9. Or better yet, 10 ahead!
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cuechick said:
There were at least 2 televised (ESPN or Prime Ticket) matches from the Resorts 9-Ball tournament. In the finals she beat Fran Crimi 8 or 9 to 1. 1st prize was 10k, 2nd was like $1500
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