EARL STRICKLAND!! into his first Final 4 World 14.1

pt109 said:
Dick, did you ever know of a singer that used to be outrageous in his personal life-style...
...or just generally pissed people off with his egocentric attitude?.....
....but when he sang with the voice of an angel, everything was forgiven?

THAT'S EARL...WHEN HE'S IN DEAD PUNCH, EVEN THE HECKLERS LOVE HIM.
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Yes PT...Tiny Tim comes to mind!..Who else could have made "Tiptoe Through the Tulips" a #1 hit :confused:

PS..Don't know about 'angel voice' tho!..His voice reminds me of Earl's, kinda grates on everyones nerves! :p..Ask Joe Rogan.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G0Gx8suAQs
 
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SJDinPHX said:
His modesty is exceeded only, by his ability to piss off everyone he comes in contact with! :eek:

PS..This includes everyone within earshot of his bi**hing and moaning!..He may be the single, most prominent reason, the rest of the world hates Americans! :o
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Balderdash.

He is one of the only reasons anybody watches American pool.
 
SJDinPHX said:
Not a chance!..But he could have if he played a mans game. (one pocket)..I have issued numerous challenges in the past!..He has declined them all!

PS..Not bitter at all..just stating well known facts!..Have you been hiding under a rock, or do you just overlook all his incessant, tasteless ranting ;)
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Dick, I know that you're an advocate of one pocket. I get it. Apparently, about 30 years or so ago, you were a champeen. And no, I've not been hiding under a rock, and I certainly do not overlook his shortcomings. He is embarrassing at times, agreed. You come off as a really bitter old fella that drinks too much and wants to relive his glory days, which in the end, probably were not as glorious as you remember them being.
 
SJDinPHX said:
Yes Joey, I admit I do like to throw a few 'well deserved barbs' (IMO) out there on occasion!..However, I disagree with your take on Earl's 'demand' as a player..The reason for that demand, is often the controversy, ill will, and general confusion he always creates!..:sorry:

When has he ever been 'just' a great player, and let his play take center stage?..He is not that great at trick shots either..(he reminds me a lot of Fats :embarrassed2:)..Check out the dictionary, and next to the word "grandstanding", you will, or should, see a picture of Earl! :rolleyes:

PS..It always amazes me, whenever anything negative is said about Earl, there will always be a few people (like yourself) who appear to be blinded by his skill at playing 9ball..There are 'other' games ya know! :cool:
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He was probably better at 9ball than you ever were at one pocket.
 
SJDinPHX said:
His modesty is exceeded only, by his ability to piss off everyone he comes in contact with! :eek:

PS..He may be the single, most prominent reason, the rest of the world hates Americans! :o
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Exaggerate much? he is neither the single or most prominent lol. You think this day of mourning coming up is due to Earl's bickering in a random pool hall? Please hold your tongue before throwing out something so controversial (and ignorant). He is a genius, plus he is plagued by mental illnesses. Show some respect. He may not be the picture of a billiards gentleman, definitely no mosconi, but don't think for one second he's trying to piss people off. It may just be the side-effects of oh, maybe, being a genius in what used to be a world renowned game, and is now just an under-appreciated "house-pro". You probably have a non-pool career, and a family, He has a career in a dying game, and has no one in his life. OH BY THE WAY, this is not a prison, if YOU DON'T LIKE WHAT YOU SEE, FEEL FREE TO EXIT THE BROWSER.
 
SJDinPHX said:
Not a chance!..But he could have if he played a mans game. (one pocket)..I have issued numerous challenges in the past!..He has declined them all!

Earl is the only player I've ever seen run 8 and out in One Pocket when all the balls were in the kitchen. Only a fool rushes in to wager with him at any pool game. Listening to you makes me believe you qualify.
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of course he turned down ur "challenges"...why would a supreme court litigator argue with a child? Why would Jordan play with a blind man? They can't win in that scenario can they? Either they are a heartless guy who destroys a child/blind man or the fool who loses to one. You think Earl has never played big money one pocket? You'd be terribly mistaken.
 
PoolBum said:
Why would anyone think Earl was shooting the 2 ball there?
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That's irrelevant.

The rule is if you call a ball, and make a different ball, your inning is over.

Heck, you can call a ball that's not even on the table, make something else, and that's the end of your run.
 
HawaiianEye said:
Balderdash.

He is one of the only reasons anybody watches American pool.
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I was wondering when you were going to chime in Mr. Eye!..I was quite certain you were, (like several others here) a genuine "Earl N*t-H*gg*r"!..I am simply not willing to write off all his negative antics, as a result of his illnesses or medications, as some tend to give him a free pass on! :rolleyes:

He goes way out of his way, to be rude and offensive to almost everyone! ..And I say he knows full well what he is doing!..As far as him being a "poor lonely soul" (as someone said) that is certainly understandable!..He should be!..Is it really that hard to understand why those closest to him, have deserted him? :confused:

PS..Yes, I am envious, and I do enjoy watching his exceptional pool skills..It is the rest of his act I just cannot tolerate! :sorry:
 
SJDinPHX said:
Not a chance!..But he could have if he played a mans game. (one pocket)..I have issued numerous challenges in the past!..He has declined them all!
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Cracktherack said:
Earl is the only player I've ever seen run 8 and out in One Pocket when all the balls were in the kitchen. Only a fool rushes in to wager with him at any pool game. Listening to you makes me believe you qualify.
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Neither you, Elwood, or Mr. Pocketsplitter, appear to have a clue!..If Earl himself came on here, I'm quite sure he would admit to my challenges!..If not, there are dozens of witnesses to them!..Up until my mid 70's, every time Earl came to town, I let him know he could get high $$$ action at one pocket!..In fact, in my frustration,
I finally offered him 9/8..Still no action!..Can't one of you 'n*t-h*gg*r's close to him, just ask him?

PS..He usually countered by offering me the 7 in 9ball..(which "I" declined)..So you see, I am not as dumb
as I look! :cool:
 
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SJDinPHX said:
Cracktherack said:
Neither you, Elwood, or Mr. Pocketsplitter, appear to have a clue!..If Earl himself came on here, I'm quite sure he would admit to my challenges!..If not, there are dozens of witnesses to them!..Up until my mid 70's, every time Earl came to town, I let him know he could get high $$$ action at one pocket!..In fact, in my frustration,
I finally offered him 9/8..Still no action!..Can't one of you 'n*t-h*gg*r's close to him, just ask him?

PS..He usually countered by offering me the 7 in 9ball..(which "I" declined)..So you see, I am not as dumb
as I look! :cool:
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Sir, I actually do have a clue. Can I get you a shot?
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pocketsplitter said:
i never said you never offered. i said why would he entertain those offers
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Why am I trying to prove anything to you?..But, being as you asked..'fear' would be my only guess!..:rolleyes:..He would have had to import a backer, as he would have had a hard time finding any one in Phx. to stake him against me! :sorry:

PS..Now that I think about it, I believe Fast Lenny witnessed one of our confrontations at Kolby's!
..I could be mistaken...Lenny????
 
Hungarian said:
Oh well, I did click on this thread to hear about the 14.1 event...
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Sorry Mr. H...I apologize for my heckler's hi-jacking the thread! :sorry:

PS..I used to watch 14.1 when I was younger..But at my age now, my heart just can't stand the thrill and excitement!..:D
 
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