I have 'qualms', huge one's in fact. Having all the players wearing what would amount to a 'uniform' is bad policy. I like MR in general but all their players wearing these goofy shirts looks ridiculous. Probably another Emily idea like those horrid BLACK ball sets.
Pool jersey's, love 'em or hate 'em..??
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Flakeandrun
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Alternative is a dress code, which I have 'qualms' with. Especially when you can meet it word for word, but an organizer still has the liberty to say, 'wear something else' - that is but the smallest 'qualm' of an enormous list I am far too lazy to write out.
I don't think jerseys are such a bad idea when it comes to building a brand, whether it's a bigger umbrella like MR, or a smaller brand like the tournament itself. Let alone the potential for generating revenue through sponsors etc.
MR are linked with Onboard, which is a buddy of one of their stalwarts, there's money for them to be made off these jerseys. The price difference between what a company like Onboard sell jerseys for, and the actuality of manufacturing costs... BIG. But yeah, you're right, MR higher ups for sure have deals, plans and numbers to crunch.
Like I said, I agree with you about a polo being enough. Tournament gave me a nice one, I would wear it.
I think you should be able to burn their shirt in the parking lot after you beat them.
This isn't a team sport. PGATour doesn't require all its players to look like robots, neither does pro tennis. Only bowling afaik has shirts that look as lame. I don't think its required its just that bowlers have always looked goofy.
If MR or any other outfit thinks a standardized shirt is needed for 'brand recognition' then they're in trouble. This simple poll is a fairly clear indication of how people feel about them. At least i'll get a laugh out of them as tonite's league night and i always laugh when i see 300lbs of person trying to wear spandex StarTrek uniform. 
league is literally a team sportThis isn't a team sport. PGATour doesn't require all its players to look like robots, neither does pro tennis. Only bowling afaik has shirts that look as lame. I don't think its required its just that bowlers have always looked goofy.
wonder why your there for it, trying to get your first rackless patch im betting
Did i say i was playing?? No, didn't think so. I haven't played league pool since '04. I'll be on a real pool table while all the spandex crowd plays in the kiddie pool. WTF is your problem anyway??
I always wear Hustlin shirts, hoodies etc to backgammon tourneys and when we go to the parks to play BG. Hiding in plain sight
. The BG players like that stuff too. Tony has great stuff
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sudocrushms
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Bowlers are 100% goofy (including myself to a lesser degree here) and being over the top is a character thing (see: Kyle Troup). Collegiate team unis are much better though (also an honor to rep your school).Only bowling afaik has shirts that look as lame. I don't think its required its just that bowlers have always looked goofy.
As far as dress code is concerned, if you're running a major tournament you have to have a dress code. Some random dude showing up in holy cargo shorts, sandals, and a snotty shirt reflects poorly on your organization and the sport as a whole. Doesn't need to be strict, but you can't just request people dress "reasonably" because that's entirely subjective. No different from the "dress for your day" BS some companies do...
heyyy there bud, took me of the perma ban for a second great to have you back
oh my mistake so your not there to play but to bully the league players you think are not as kool as you?
got it
id ask you the same question
WHAT THE FK IS YOUR PROBLEM
right a REAL pool table cause all the youngins would take your lunch money on the "kiddy" tables
I like the old-school button-up square bottom bowling shirts. They look WAY better than these spandex sausage tubes. I think these look cool and are really comfortable: https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-e&q=cool+bowling+shirts#pvs=0
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Depends on who's wearing it. If she's hot I don't like any jersey.
I think it might be one of the longest running pool apparel next To dead stroke which I have a bunch of shirts and a dead stroke tattoo running up my arm lolI always wear Hustlin shirts, hoodies etc to backgammon tourneys and when we go to the parks to play BG. Hiding in plain sight
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Yes, and this attire is a constant reminder that pro pool players, in terms of visibility, prestige, and marketability are far more like bowlers than tennis players or golfers. Comfort is a non-issue, The world's straightest shooters, snooker pros, play in tuxedos, and it does not slow them down one iota.
Some of the elite pro pool players used to dress for success. Now, it seems, they are often not permitted to do so.
in the midsession in the recent northern ireland open they showed a reel of snooker pros answering questions, one of them was about the dress code. seems most of them wanted to do away with the waistcoat and bowtie. some mentioned the pool style with a polo shirt.
i have no opinion in the matter. i wouldn't be comfortable in the formal attire personally. i can count the number of times i've worn a tie
I think for league players or exhibition events like mcup the loud shirts are cool, the common theme being team events.
For top level professional events I’m all for proper dress. Maybe not full on tux In every event but still proper dress is best, like snooker.
Sigel told me he never lost a tuxedo tournament, he was joking of course, but he did say he loved them and being in a tux made him feel good and play better. Which I can’t disagree with him.
For gamblers and action pool, anything goes. Myself I like to play barefoot.
That‘s my take on the Pool player dress code. league players would look silly in tuxedos as would the gamblers. The pros in shorts and barefoot would be bad as well.
Fatboy,,,,,,,,,, not a fashionista
sudocrushms
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I really liked our high collar 1/4 zip jerseys. They breathe and fit really well: loose fit on all but 2 of our bowling balls -- er, bowlers...
Would definitely want slimmer fit at the table if i'm playing tournaments, but i'm also not a big dude.
Now my cycling buddies that wear lycra road jerseys when they're as big around as 2 of me...that's a different story entirely...
