Lucky Guy

[TATE]

Congratulations for stepping up. You did well. It's hard to sit around for months then go straight into a tournament. After a long break, usually my first couple of matches are nerve racking. A finish like this will get you motivated, I'm sure.

 

[GideonF]

For those of us that don't play 1P, what is "Chicago-style"? I'm assuming a difference in approach, but no idea.

Gideon

 

[Baron]

For those of us that don't play 1P, what is "Chicago-style"? I'm assuming a difference in approach, but no idea.

Gideon

Someone more knowledgeable can correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe Chicago-style 1p places an emphasis on moving and lock-up safeties, in contrast to what would be considered a more aggressive trigger-happy style like the one Ronnie Allen originated and that a lot of current players use. Modern examples of players that exhibit this new-school aggressive style would be Scott Frost, Danny Smith and Tony Chohan.

 

[Danimal]

For those of us that don't play 1P, what is "Chicago-style"? I'm assuming a difference in approach, but no idea.

Gideon

Chicago style is when they cook it deep dish, and then they put the cheese on the bottom with a chunky tomoato sauce on top.

Here in NY, we only like to eat it if you can fold it in half.

Wait, what were we talking about...?

 

[lfigueroa]

My wife supports my pool obsession too, she's a good woman. I'm very lucky. Sounds like you are too…
:thumbup:

True dat.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

Yes, you are lucky to have a wife that supports your passion for pool. Short of being married to a pro female player, not sure anyone has posted better examples than you. :thumbup:

My wife is similar in supporting my passion, but slightly different....when I play pool, she goes shopping for shoes she doesn't need.....

lol. Could be worse, might be jewelry

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

It sounds like you are a very lucky guy, and great showing at getting 2nd I'm sure it was a tough field.

Thanks. I actually put Piggy on the B side 3-1 but he came back and returned the favor.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

You get off easy with just the shoes. I came home one weekend and had a house and a car.

yee. ha.

Lou Figueroa
it can *always*
be worse

 

[lfigueroa]

Good going on getting 2nd Lou! Always nice to have someone special in your corner!

Thanks, Neil. She was very supportive and, as always, good company.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

You are lucky indeed. There's an older couple that generally come in on the weekend where I play. They rent a table & play all day together. They both play very well.

I always find myself admiring them as they enjoy the game & each other. He's a lucky guy, so are you.

I think, for moi, that Gail doesn't play pool is a plus. Udder than that, yes I is lucky.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

You are a lucky guy. I am too but my wife will not set foot in a poolroom. She has no problem with me playing whenever I like though. Had a little run at the Expo this year and she surprised me by showing up for my third and fourth match in the seniors. First time she has ever seen me play and she met a lot of my pool friends. Glad you have a wife that let's you enjoy your life and it's nice you enjoy things together.

That's pretty cool, that she went to the Expo to see you play. I believe taking an interest in your significant other's interests is key to mutual happiness... though I'm not particularly upset that "Nashville," one of her favorite shows, just got cancelled :-o

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

My wife supports my pool playing but she won't sweat the matches. Maybe that's good.

Thanks Lou for the great story, I'm from the Chicago area and love to hear about our places and players.

You're welcome, PH. Red Shoes is a tremendous pool room. You guys are lucky up there to have it up there.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

I was there and saw you when you were playing piggy. You sir have a great game!!!

Thank you, sir. I knew I was in trouble though when Piggy hit a double bank on me and started pimp rolling around the table

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

My wife has always given me the courtesy of freedom to do or buy anything pool related. But what really brings tears to eyes is she buys her own jewelry. Makes me cry sometimes.

lmao.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

Yup. We will be married 38 years this summer. I don't have many surprises left and neither does she.

38. Congrats!

Lou Figueroa
coming up on 30

 

[lfigueroa]

I feel extremely lucky to have been with the same woman for 7 years


...but, if my wife found out about her, I'm a dead man for sure.

lol, you guys are pretty funny this afternoon.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

Congratulations for stepping up. You did well. It's hard to sit around for months then go straight into a tournament. After a long break, usually my first couple of matches are nerve racking. A finish like this will get you motivated, I'm sure.

Thanks, Tate. Yes, it does kinda get the juices pumping. The rail broke out into applause after the final ball dropped and we shook hands. So it was all pretty cool.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

For those of us that don't play 1P, what is "Chicago-style"? I'm assuming a difference in approach, but no idea.

Gideon

Gideon, I'm sure you've heard the expression "pinch and squeeze." That sums it up. Chicago style emphasizes smaller ball movements, with greater emphasis on speed control. Fewer balls get moved around and players attempt to control the layout of the table more so than say West Coast, power 1pocket style. There's less splashing into the rack and more dribbling one ball to near your pocket and hiding the CB

It's the difference between a boa constrictor and a cobra.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

Someone more knowledgeable can correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe Chicago-style 1p places an emphasis on moving and lock-up safeties, in contrast to what would be considered a more aggressive trigger-happy style like the one Ronnie Allen originated and that a lot of current players use. Modern examples of players that exhibit this new-school aggressive style would be Scott Frost, Danny Smith and Tony Chohan.

Pretty much on the mark.

Lou Figueroa

 

[lfigueroa]

Chicago style is when they cook it deep dish, and then they put the cheese on the bottom with a chunky tomoato sauce on top.

Here in NY, we only like to eat it if you can fold it in half.

Wait, what were we talking about...?

Love me some Lombardi's.

Lou Figueroa