Becoming a player in this pool world we live in is probably the hardest career that a person could ever undertake. Personally I started playing when I was 13 years old with all my friends. We went to a bowling alley that had pool tables and the manager let me in even though I was under age. I was hooked with the first ball I ever hit. I had one thing going my way with my progress, I never looked around when I was practicing in front of people. I payed attention to the balls on the table only. This most important part of my game has gave me a chance to win. Looking around after good shots or dogged shots is the best way to get distracted from your goals of defeating opponents. Talking to an opponent is also a distraction. Frustration about opponents good fortune is the biggest distraction, it will cause defeat if you let it become anything other than his time at the table. Your opportunities will come and how you handle it will determine wins or losses. You can always backtrack to a loss, one shot one lag, one missed position, one scratch because of no definite place or path to position the cue ball. If you watch a final match with no savers and a large amount difference between the 2 places, you will see the proper way to play for the money.
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gulyassy said:
If you dream is to become a Pro Pool Player, ask Forum Member Roger Long to send you an artical he recently had published on the subject.
The artical was a very good read. Than decide if you wish to follow that dream, and if you do good luck.:thumbup:
Good post Mike. Concentration and a positive attitude are key to performing well. Sometimes I find myself questioning luck or being negative and it shows in my results.
The things you have said here are sometimes hard to do in the heat of the moment but I would do well to remind myself of the points you have made.
The things you have said here are sometimes hard to do in the heat of the moment but I would do well to remind myself of the points you have made.
DeadPoked said:
I was thinking the same thing! I almost started to cry, I was laughing so hard!
Thanks for the info Mike. That is an issue (being aware of others while taking my turn) that has plagued me over the years more at some times than at others. I have played the best when I was only aware of the balls and pockets. When I could get in that mode I could run out from a lot of places.
BTW - I really like the jump break cue. I have one of the black ones with bacote ringwork. Really solid and the shaft taper is excellent.
Welcome to AZ. That is the crazy world we post in here but I love reading everything the pros post especially when it is about the game either mental or physical.
Note to any and all A++/road/pro players who read this and think about posting here, be prepared for the off reply but know that your input is very well appreciated by many, that many is much more than the replys these posts generate because most of the forum is comprised of lurkers who read but do not post. Also disregard any reply on typos or CAPs or run on sentances that are all in lowercase. Remember sharing is good Karma.
BTW - I really like the jump break cue. I have one of the black ones with bacote ringwork. Really solid and the shaft taper is excellent.
DeadPoked said:
Welcome to AZ. That is the crazy world we post in here but I love reading everything the pros post especially when it is about the game either mental or physical.
Note to any and all A++/road/pro players who read this and think about posting here, be prepared for the off reply but know that your input is very well appreciated by many, that many is much more than the replys these posts generate because most of the forum is comprised of lurkers who read but do not post. Also disregard any reply on typos or CAPs or run on sentances that are all in lowercase. Remember sharing is good Karma.
CocoboloCowboy said:
I guess you do not know who you are talking to.
I'll shed some light for those that do not know:
Mike Gulyassy
Team USA - Mosconi Cup '94, '95
This is a tough one for me and i've lost many matches because of lucky rolls. I know i'm not supposed to dwell on it, but it bothers me to lose when my opponent missed a shot and i'm left having to kick and I kick and hit the ball and leave him straight in for a run out. I couldn't count the number of times this has happened to me and I know it's part of 9 ball, but it's a tough part........gulyassy said:
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Mike, I think your game and playing style could be compared to a bull dog. I remember watching you give Troy Frank the 8 in Olathe, simply breaking him down.gulyassy said:
I am not sure how your back is fairing these days, but you need to get back into playing so these newbe posters will know what it is like to see a true champion play. Your game is definitely 'antic-free' and a refreshing thing to watch compared to some of the players of today.
At least load up the truck & come to Terry's tournament at The Break Sept 6 & 7'
P.S. Along with being a former Mosconi Cup team member, Mike is the Reigning World Back Pocket 9 Ball Champion.
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I dont have any comment outside of laughing my a%& off. Classic just Classic
DeadPoked said:
I dont have any comment outside of laughing my a%& off. Classic just Classic
Yes, the (s)hits keep a-comin'!Jazz said:
Good job...
Congratulations on your win at Grady's last weekend. Wish I could have been there.
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=106522
Dwight
gulyassy said:
Congratulations on your win at Grady's last weekend. Wish I could have been there.
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=106522
Dwight
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You know I was the only person at this Masconi Cup to defeat Oliver Ortman in one on one play, he won the World Championship in Taipei this particular year. This was Oliver Ortman's Dream Team and they almost beat us, they lost by a game. We made one of the greatest comebacks in Masconi Cup history.CrownCityCorey said:I guess you do not know who you are talking to.
I'll shed some light for those that do not know:
Mike Gulyassy
Team USA - Mosconi Cup '94, '95