CSI Invitational 10-Ball & 8-Ball Championships

[JAM]

The last time it was brought up is when I am talking about.

Well, I am talking about a different time. FWIW, I was citing examples of why a player -- ANY PLAYER -- could be invited to an invitational but may decide not to attend. It was illustrating one reason out of many, and I used him as an example of why someone may not attend an invitational due to job responsibilities. Sheesh, Watchez.

 

[BRussell]

I just don't like the idea of closing off an event based on hurt feelings.
Hold an invitational for business reasons, or because it advances the popularity of the sport.

Don't hold it because "these guys disrespected me, so screw them, they're locked out now."

That's my view too. I hope it's not some petty, personal thing.

Rodney is a good example. I don't know anything about how he's acted toward the tournament directors or anyone else, but I do know he's very appealing as a player. He's always got a smile on his face, he plays fast and loose, and he's fun to watch. To a viewing public, he's great. (Yes I know he let some loose words out when he had the mic on him at the Mosconi Cup - big deal.)

In my view, if the directors are looking for good public representatives of the game, they'd have people like Rodney play. If they're looking to get back at people they have had petty disagreements with in the past, that's a different story.

 

[Underclocked]

I just want the CSI folks to know that I will be available in Vegas during that time frame. I'll be there for the BCAPL events (my wife talked me into joining a league again ).

:grin:

 

[JoeW]

Did you mean Mark W. or Mark G.??

Slip of the fingers should have been Mark G. Thanks for the correction.

 

[Bella Don't Cry]

That's my view too. I hope it's not some petty, personal thing.

Rodney is a good example. I don't know anything about how he's acted toward the tournament directors or anyone else, but I do know he's very appealing as a player. He's always got a smile on his face, he plays fast and loose, and he's fun to watch. To a viewing public, he's great. (Yes I know he let some loose words out when he had the mic on him at the Mosconi Cup - big deal.)

In my view, if the directors are looking for good public representatives of the game, they'd have people like Rodney play. If they're looking to get back at people they have had petty disagreements with in the past, that's a different story.

This is why other professional sports ban and fine their professionals, no matter how high or low the fine is, as stipulated by 'the organisation'.
1. If the player refuses to pay - he or she can not participate in future events until they do.
2. If the player does pay the fine (and future entry fees) then the organisation makes revenue for the business.

I wonder how much the NFL or NBA makes per year in fines alone..?

WIN - WIN :thumbup: