HUSTLIN Apparel
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he wanted to make a cool logo that sells. That's what business men do. It worked.. He's sold a lot . Congrats to him for being one of the few business men in pool that actually turns a profit.
for your edification, lol
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hargain
Tony has been workin' hard all his life to succeed. That's hustlin'
Just because some narrow minded pool puritans are uncomfortable with the gambling side of pool doesn't mean it's bad for pool.
If you look at the history of pool, there have always been those two sides of the game -- the clean, "healthy recreation" family side, and the "action" and gambling side. This goes back to the earliest accounts of the game literally hundreds of years ago.
If you look at the last two boom times for pool, both were driven by hugely popular movies that glorified pool hustling. It's not going to go away unless you kill pool itself, and even the puritan players *say* they are trying to help, not kill pool.
Like others have said, educate yourself so you are not a victim if that concerns you, but otherwise, just don't partake of the pool flavors that are not to your own taste. How about that?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hargain
Tony has been workin' hard all his life to succeed. That's hustlin'
Just because some narrow minded pool puritans are uncomfortable with the gambling side of pool doesn't mean it's bad for pool.
If you look at the history of pool, there have always been those two sides of the game -- the clean, "healthy recreation" family side, and the "action" and gambling side. This goes back to the earliest accounts of the game literally hundreds of years ago.
If you look at the last two boom times for pool, both were driven by hugely popular movies that glorified pool hustling. It's not going to go away unless you kill pool itself, and even the puritan players *say* they are trying to help, not kill pool.
Like others have said, educate yourself so you are not a victim if that concerns you, but otherwise, just don't partake of the pool flavors that are not to your own taste. How about that?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hargain
Tony has been workin' hard all his life to succeed. That's hustlin'
Just because some narrow minded pool puritans are uncomfortable with the gambling side of pool doesn't mean it's bad for pool.
If you look at the history of pool, there have always been those two sides of the game -- the clean, "healthy recreation" family side, and the "action" and gambling side. This goes back to the earliest accounts of the game literally hundreds of years ago.
If you look at the last two boom times for pool, both were driven by hugely popular movies that glorified pool hustling. It's not going to go away unless you kill pool itself, and even the puritan players *say* they are trying to help, not kill pool.
Like others have said, educate yourself so you are not a victim if that concerns you, but otherwise, just don't partake of the pool flavors that are not to your own taste. How about that?
Tap, tap, tap. I agree.
Happy Holidays, Steve!
I had no clue he played pro football... interesting...https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hargain
Tony has been workin' hard all his life to succeed. That's hustlin'
Just because some narrow minded pool puritans are uncomfortable with the gambling side of pool doesn't mean it's bad for pool.
If you look at the history of pool, there have always been those two sides of the game -- the clean, "healthy recreation" family side, and the "action" and gambling side. This goes back to the earliest accounts of the game literally hundreds of years ago.
If you look at the last two boom times for pool, both were driven by hugely popular movies that glorified pool hustling. It's not going to go away unless you kill pool itself, and even the puritan players *say* they are trying to help, not kill pool.
Like others have said, educate yourself so you are not a victim if that concerns you, but otherwise, just don't partake of the pool flavors that are not to your own taste. How about that?
^^^^this^^^^^
Says I have to spread some green around before I can give you anymore...great post! It actually had me chuckling out loud...
PoolChump
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What is the story behind Hustlin apparel?
Did the person or company behind Hustlin think such a name closely related to the word, "hustling", would improve a positive view or outlook of pool or was the company created for a quick buck at the expense of the sport, game, hobby? Something tells me gambling is the heart of pool, but what about for those who don't gamble and play for other more inspiring reasons like social interaction, competition, or the exhilarating feeling one feels when playing near perfect.
If pool doesn't change the way it currently is portrayed, then it will continue on this same downward spiraling path.
Hustling is the deceptive act of disguising one's skill in a sport or game with the intent of luring someone of probably lesser skill into gambling (or gambling for higher than current stakes) with the hustler, as a form of both a confidence trick and match fixing. It is most commonly associated with, and originated in, pool (and to an extent other billiards-family games), but also can be performed with regard to other sports and gambling activities. Hustlers may also engage in "sharking"—distracting, disheartening, enraging, or even threatening their opponents—to throw them off. Hustlers are thus often called "pool sharks" (compare "card shark"). Professional and semi-pro hustlers sometimes work with a "stakehorse"—a person who provides the money for the hustler to bet with (and who may assist in the hustling)—in exchange for a substantial portion of all winnings. Another form of hustling (often engaged in by the same hustlers who use the skill-disguising technique) is challenging "marks" (swindle targets) to bet on trick shots that seem nearly impossible but at which the hustler is exceptionally skilled.
Resource: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hustling
Pool Hustling:https://youtu.be/fIJk7f85ly8
https://youtu.be/fIJk7f85ly8
PoolChump
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justinb386
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Yeah, it is a cool brand name, that I think most pool players would be interested in buying. No need to take the term so literal.
justinb386
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You are taking it way too seriously. I think it is a very cool brand name for a pool players gear. I believe that the art of hustling is wrong too, but the gear itself is just something really cool and fun, and the gear looks good. It is really cool. I am sure that the makers of the gear do not believe that hustling is a good thing. I am horrible at explaining myself, but hopefully you understand what I am trying to say. It is just a fun brand name. You should not take the term so literal. Pool needs some really cool gear like this, and I think it is good for the sport.
justinb386
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It is just a fun and cool brand name, for pool players. It is not meant for people think of it in the literal meaning, in my opinion. I am sure that many pool players buy the gear that do not gamble, and will never wish to gamble (or try to hustle pool, lol). It is just something cool and fun to wear to your local league night, or tournament. People should not take the brand name so literal and so seriously.