Jeff Melton....RIP

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garczar

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We lost a good one today folks. Jeff was a helluva player and a good all-round down to earth country guy. Jeff played well on just about any table and played for a few yrs on the Camel tour. He was very well known as a tough, gritty player on the barbox. Good athlete in hs and played scratch golf as well. Anyone that's played in Oklahoma or around the Midwest probably knows Jeff personally or knows the name. AFIK he had a heart attack while asleep. He would have been 67 later this year. RIP brother.................
 
JAM said:
From Oklahoma Pool Players page on Facebook:

"Jeff Melton was a recognized figure in the Oklahoma billiards community, known for his competitive spirit and proficiency in pool. With a presence in the sport that earned him a spot among the state’s top players, Melton had demonstrated his skills in various tournaments and competitive settings. His name was often mentioned alongside other prominent players in the region, indicating his status as a formidable opponent on the pool table.

"In the realm of competitive pool, Jeff Melton had made a mark with his performances, earning him earnings and accolades that reflected his dedication to the game. His ability to maintain a high level of play over the years had solidified his reputation, making him a respected player not just in Oklahoma, but in the wider pool-playing community.

"While specific details of his biography, such as early life and personal background, were not publicly available, Jeff Melton’s impact on the sport was evident through his tournament results and the respect he commanded among his peers. His journey in billiards inspired both aspiring and seasoned players in the competitive pool scene.

"It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge the passing of Jeff Melton. He will be remembered for his contributions to the sport and the community. May he rest in peace."

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Written by ChatGPT?
 
JAM said:
Sorry for your loss. There's actually quite a few YouTube videos of Jeff Melton shooting in tournaments.

Here's one:
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Why is it that people go out of their way to put bad music on a video that needs no music ??
 
garczar said:
We lost a good one today folks. Jeff was a helluva player and a good all-round down to earth country guy. Jeff played well on just about any table and played for a few yrs on the Camel tour. He was very well known as a tough, gritty player on the barbox. Good athlete in hs and played scratch golf as well. Anyone that's played in Oklahoma or around the Midwest probably knows Jeff personally or knows the name. AFIK he had a heart attack while asleep. He would have been 67 later this year. RIP brother.................
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Oh man, really nice guy too. Was always fun to cut up with, very approachable.
 
MitchAlsup said:
Why is it that people go out of their way to put bad music on a video that needs no music ??
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That music is annoying as shit. But at least in this case, since there is no ambient sounds in the video, you are safe to mute.

I played Jeff a couple of times in local tournaments. Knowing I stood near zero chance of winning, I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing how creative he was on a pool table. In one of those games, he jumped the cue ball off of an object ball, over another object ball, and into the 9 ball that was sitting in front of the side pocket. After that I was like, uhm, ok, how do you beat this guy? lol He was scrappy as hell for sure.
 
Badpenguin said:
That music is annoying as shit. But at least in this case, since there is no ambient sounds in the video, you are safe to mute.

I played Jeff a couple of times in local tournaments. Knowing I stood near zero chance of winning, I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing how creative he was on a pool table. In one of those games, he jumped the cue ball off of an object ball, over another object ball, and into the 9 ball that was sitting in front of the side pocket. After that I was like, uhm, ok, how do you beat this guy? lol He was scrappy as hell for sure.
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Jeff hated to lose at anything. Ultra-competitive on the table/golf course but funny as hell having a beer with. He knew more good jokes than anyone i've ever met.
 
garczar said:
Jeff hated to lose at anything. Ultra-competitive on the table/golf course but funny as hell having a beer with. He knew more good jokes than anyone i've ever met.
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I only spent a couple hours in the poolhall with him but he was a great guy.
Curious who Mark is that you referred to earlier? I think I know but not positive.
Pm me if you want.
 
Knew Jeff well from many years of seeing him and playing against him at Oklahoma and Texas pool tournaments.
Jeff was a great player, but more than that, he was a better person. Like Garczar said, Jeff could keep you laughing.
The pool world around here will sure miss him. RIP, Jeff.🙏
 
Badpenguin said:
That music is annoying as shit. But at least in this case, since there is no ambient sounds in the video, you are safe to mute.

I played Jeff a couple of times in local tournaments. Knowing I stood near zero chance of winning, I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing how creative he was on a pool table. In one of those games, he jumped the cue ball off of an object ball, over another object ball, and into the 9 ball that was sitting in front of the side pocket. After that I was like, uhm, ok, how do you beat this guy? lol He was scrappy as hell for sure.
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Reminds me of this shot. Fast forward to 39:30. Jeff dials in on that 9 ball side pocket, stares it down, and drops a sick jump bank/carom. Solid guy in and away from the game. He will be missed.
 
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