Pool needs a Benevolent Benefactor. We are in such a sad state that if one good deep pockets person stepped up to the plate and offered to put up some decent prize money then the others would (reluctantly) come along as well. I'm not talking about a sham like the IPT but a few tournaments a year that added $75K. I believe some investor will make this happen in the near future. All one has to do is look at the rise of Pool in other countries to see its popularity. Professional bowling was saved a few years back and I think pool could be saved as well. Just good old fashioned 8 ball could do the trick.
Good old fashioned 8 ball? My earlier post didn't generate much interest here...but in March there will be an 8 ball open held at Chinook Winds Casino in Lincoln City, Oregon. Diamond bar boxes. $10,000 paid to the winner...and the check can be cashed in the casino. Keep checking with the Western BCAPL for details.