Grady's exhibition was phenomenal. The day started with an exhibition match between Grady and Harry Platis playing one pocket. I am very grateful to Harry for taking time out of his crowded schedule to travel to Lakewood, WA to play Grady this exhibition match. Harry and Grady played a race to three, and during each game they gave everyone present a break down of their intent and their strategy shot for shot. Spectators could ask questions, and both of these gentlemen answered them in a very informative manner, which cleared up any misconceptions that some of the spectators may have had about the strategy and concepts of the game of one pocket. The match went hill / hill with Grady finally winning the race. Everyone present learned a great deal about the game of one pocket from the perspective of these two great players.
Next Grady went through his seminar on the history of pool with the assistance of his lovely wife Randi. This presentation consisted of a slide show which included photographs of famous players and tournaments. Many of these photographs were from Gradys personal collection, and they covered a time span from the 60's to date. Gradys commentary was excellent, and it was truly amazing how vivid and clear his memories of these events were, and how entertaining this gentleman truly is. Gradys knowledge of history of pool is a very important link to past, and hopefully he will be around for many more years to share it.
Upon completion of Gradys seminar, Grady went through a shot demonstration with audience participation. These were not your typical set up shots, the shots chosen by Grady required many factors to be successful which he was. Gradys performance was truly excellent, his cue ball control / speed control were truly phenomenal. Upon completion of the shot making / position play segment of his seminar, Grady signed autographs and played pool with the spectators, and know one was left out. I would recommend Grady's Presentation / seminar to anyone, and especially to other Pool Room owners. Everyone present was truly impressed with the entire presentation, and the professional manner in which Grady presented it. This presentation brought in many people who did know that I was located in Lakewood, and what services I offered.
Last of all, I have already begun making plans for next year, hopefully Grady and Randi will be able to come again.
Have a great night!!!!!!
Next Grady went through his seminar on the history of pool with the assistance of his lovely wife Randi. This presentation consisted of a slide show which included photographs of famous players and tournaments. Many of these photographs were from Gradys personal collection, and they covered a time span from the 60's to date. Gradys commentary was excellent, and it was truly amazing how vivid and clear his memories of these events were, and how entertaining this gentleman truly is. Gradys knowledge of history of pool is a very important link to past, and hopefully he will be around for many more years to share it.
Upon completion of Gradys seminar, Grady went through a shot demonstration with audience participation. These were not your typical set up shots, the shots chosen by Grady required many factors to be successful which he was. Gradys performance was truly excellent, his cue ball control / speed control were truly phenomenal. Upon completion of the shot making / position play segment of his seminar, Grady signed autographs and played pool with the spectators, and know one was left out. I would recommend Grady's Presentation / seminar to anyone, and especially to other Pool Room owners. Everyone present was truly impressed with the entire presentation, and the professional manner in which Grady presented it. This presentation brought in many people who did know that I was located in Lakewood, and what services I offered.
Last of all, I have already begun making plans for next year, hopefully Grady and Randi will be able to come again.
Have a great night!!!!!!
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