Send Mike Wong to the U.S. Open

Mark Griffin said:
Superstar,

This is a sound investment - In the future of pool. It is not being looked at as a financial investment. As to your other comments - I'm no longer interested in debating anything with anybody on a public forum.

This thread again showed the angry tone that is prevalent these days. Unfortunate but true. So I made a deal with myself. I will do what I feel is proper. But don't necessarily expect any explanations on the forums.

However, as always if someone cares to have an intelligent chat They can call me. 702/835-2000. I'm in Las Vegas so no early morning calls, please. Not sure why I said that. In all the years of posting my cell, I've only received 2-3 calls. Lol

Mark griffin
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Lol. Thanks for the offer, but I'll pass. I am not really into phone calls.
And it's not meant to be a debate.
It's just a different perspective.
And perhaps, the extent of the angry tone wouldn't be a prevalent if Mike was more of a participant to the forums and actually took the time to kinda get to know the regulars. People don't take kindly to strangers. They need to warm up to them.
Food for thought anyway.
 
You aren't going to him, he isn't coming to you, why not just let it die.

"Your dead broke and have stake horses so you need my money, I don't need your money and I'm not broke" that really is totally unnecessary




phillyviper1 said:
Hi mike. Like I said already I have no reason to come to Steinway and play. But if you come to philly you will get played. The difference between me coming there or you coming here is simple. Your dead broke and have stake horses so you need my money, I don't need your money and I'm not broke so I actually don't need to play pool to survive which means I don't need to travel to you to play. So if you and your stake horses like the game them come to philly and you will get played. As for Danny Harriman. He posted on a thread something and I told him I would play him some, and 6 months later he calls me wanting to play. So after six months abviously after six months I got a line on him so it would have been stupid of me to play him even, besides the fact he is dead broke too. So I told him I would play if the game was right. The bottom line is this. All you clowns that say you gamble but you all need a stake horse and talk like your some big time gamblers but your betting other people's money. I bet all my own money all the time and I gamble everyone that comes to philly. I'm just not a fool. I guess if I was using someone else's money like all you guys do I would go plY Shane some even. Lol what would I care it ain't my money. So the moral of the story is. Come to philly and you or Danny will get played at both of the games I offered
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SUPERSTAR said:
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It's just a different perspective.
And perhaps, the extent of the angry tone wouldn't be a prevalent if Mike was more of a participant to the forums and actually took the time to kinda get to know the regulars. People don't take kindly to strangers. They need to warm up to them.
Food for thought anyway.
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Not directed to you specifically but not every frequently posters are an asset to this forum ... in fact, I have many posters with 10K+ posts on my ignore list to reduce the "noise" factor.
 
Hidy Ho said:
Not directed to you specifically but not every frequently posters are an asset to this forum ... in fact, I have many posters with 10K+ posts on my ignore list to reduce the "noise" factor.
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True, but at least you were able to make that decision based on having read enough of their posts, to discern how you felt about them, right?
 
Mark Griffin said:
Congratulations!

The negative attitudes of the several of the posters in this thread convinced me to sponsor Mike Wong in the US Open. I think Mike Wong is a deserving player. Is he a world beater? Nope. Can he play a little bit- you bet!

He has a good heart, is disciplined, and will give his best shot. Unlike others who have come before to AZ Billiards for ‘help’, Mike will show up for his matches; on time, ready to play. He will be straight and sober. And he will give the game respect and some of the credit it is due.

Some of the posters in this thread should really do a reality check. Where did all this negativity come from? Did your Mom mistreat you as a kid? I mean what the hell causes so much ‘hate’ – not just in pool – but in all phases of life. It is very frustrating and disheartening. This thread has shown what is becoming a terrible pattern on AZ Billiard forums.

Mike Wong came on the forums to ask for assistance to go the US Open. He did not ask to be beat up. It is difficult to ask for help – it is a humbling experience. But instead he was shown disrespect – as was the game. This thread (like so many do) twisted and turned into a woofing contest.

Let’s just say Congratulations to Mike Wong. He is going to the US Open! And I hope he does well. I am sure there are those who will wish ill will to him. But not me!

By the way, this is not the first time I have taken this type of position. Anybody remember Mike Dechaine and the Steinway Classic? Mike D was getting a hard time from several of the ‘top’ players – who seemed to have an attitude towards him (possibly because he didn’t join in Bonus Ball). I thought it was appropriate to help ‘prop’ him up – to let him know that some of us supported him (and pool in general). Bullying has no place in our wonderful game.

I appreciate scttybee and his posts. He seems to have a better compass than many in this thread. JAM and Blackjack had some good thoughts too. This thread is the very reason why I don’t post much anymore. But everyone in a while I guess I feel a little philanthropic. I love this game and will do what I can to keep it on the ‘high ground’.

I think that Mike Wong is a credit to the game. He is educated, honest, and hard working. He is a gentleman. (Did you know he has a Master’s degree?) I have only met him twice over the last 5 years or so. This was not done out of any close friendship. It was done because I think this is the right thing to do. Actions speak louder than words – and I hope some of the negative people learn to be a little more understanding and show some compassion and insight. You know – if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all?

Mark Griffin
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I love a happy ending, especially in the pool world. Bravo to Mark and CSI! This is a nice way to start my day today. :)
 
Green to you sir.

Mark Griffin said:
Congratulations!

The negative attitudes of the several of the posters in this thread convinced me to sponsor Mike Wong in the US Open. I think Mike Wong is a deserving player. Is he a world beater? Nope. Can he play a little bit- you bet!

He has a good heart, is disciplined, and will give his best shot. Unlike others who have come before to AZ Billiards for ‘help’, Mike will show up for his matches; on time, ready to play. He will be straight and sober. And he will give the game respect and some of the credit it is due.

Some of the posters in this thread should really do a reality check. Where did all this negativity come from? Did your Mom mistreat you as a kid? I mean what the hell causes so much ‘hate’ – not just in pool – but in all phases of life. It is very frustrating and disheartening. This thread has shown what is becoming a terrible pattern on AZ Billiard forums.

Mike Wong came on the forums to ask for assistance to go the US Open. He did not ask to be beat up. It is difficult to ask for help – it is a humbling experience. But instead he was shown disrespect – as was the game. This thread (like so many do) twisted and turned into a woofing contest.

Let’s just say Congratulations to Mike Wong. He is going to the US Open! And I hope he does well. I am sure there are those who will wish ill will to him. But not me!

By the way, this is not the first time I have taken this type of position. Anybody remember Mike Dechaine and the Steinway Classic? Mike D was getting a hard time from several of the ‘top’ players – who seemed to have an attitude towards him (possibly because he didn’t join in Bonus Ball). I thought it was appropriate to help ‘prop’ him up – to let him know that some of us supported him (and pool in general). Bullying has no place in our wonderful game.

I appreciate scttybee and his posts. He seems to have a better compass than many in this thread. JAM and Blackjack had some good thoughts too. This thread is the very reason why I don’t post much anymore. But everyone in a while I guess I feel a little philanthropic. I love this game and will do what I can to keep it on the ‘high ground’.

I think that Mike Wong is a credit to the game. He is educated, honest, and hard working. He is a gentleman. (Did you know he has a Master’s degree?) I have only met him twice over the last 5 years or so. This was not done out of any close friendship. It was done because I think this is the right thing to do. Actions speak louder than words – and I hope some of the negative people learn to be a little more understanding and show some compassion and insight. You know – if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all?

Mark Griffin
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Ky Boy said:
If I remember correctly, I have seen Mike several times at DCC over the years. And each time I've seen him he was running to find an open table to practice. The first time I seen him he "appeared" to be learning the game and working on fundamentals. This was 5-6 years ago and maybe longer. And he looked like a teenager then too! :smile:

But he was always looking for an empty table to play on even if by himself. I give the kid props for continuing to work and learn to become a better player.

Kudos to Mark Griffin for stepping up and taking a chance. It's a win-win for both parties whether they make a dime or not.

Lots of positive takeaways here and it's apparent from this thread Mike has a good attitude. Through it all he kept he classy!! Stay golden ponyboy...

Thanks Mark and best of rolls to you Mike.
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When Mike was a C player, he would practice (among other things) a boring off the rail behind a ball safe 30-40 times in a row or more. I got tired of watching so i dont know just how many. He even continued with the shot after getting it perfect at least 6-7 times in a row.

Im not sure even if SVB has put in more practice time than Mike the last decade and i dont think Mike got 1/10th the free time SVB has either.

As far as i know he has cashed in nearly every Open or perhaps every Open he has played in and i dont expect this year to be any different . Go MIkey!!
 
Mark Griffin said:
Congratulations!

The negative attitudes of the several of the posters in this thread convinced me to sponsor Mike Wong in the US Open. I think Mike Wong is a deserving player. Is he a world beater? Nope. Can he play a little bit- you bet!

He has a good heart, is disciplined, and will give his best shot. Unlike others who have come before to AZ Billiards for ‘help’, Mike will show up for his matches; on time, ready to play. He will be straight and sober. And he will give the game respect and some of the credit it is due.

Some of the posters in this thread should really do a reality check. Where did all this negativity come from? Did your Mom mistreat you as a kid? I mean what the hell causes so much ‘hate’ – not just in pool – but in all phases of life. It is very frustrating and disheartening. This thread has shown what is becoming a terrible pattern on AZ Billiard forums.

Mike Wong came on the forums to ask for assistance to go the US Open. He did not ask to be beat up. It is difficult to ask for help – it is a humbling experience. But instead he was shown disrespect – as was the game. This thread (like so many do) twisted and turned into a woofing contest.

Let’s just say Congratulations to Mike Wong. He is going to the US Open! And I hope he does well. I am sure there are those who will wish ill will to him. But not me!

By the way, this is not the first time I have taken this type of position. Anybody remember Mike Dechaine and the Steinway Classic? Mike D was getting a hard time from several of the ‘top’ players – who seemed to have an attitude towards him (possibly because he didn’t join in Bonus Ball). I thought it was appropriate to help ‘prop’ him up – to let him know that some of us supported him (and pool in general). Bullying has no place in our wonderful game.

I appreciate scttybee and his posts. He seems to have a better compass than many in this thread. JAM and Blackjack had some good thoughts too. This thread is the very reason why I don’t post much anymore. But everyone in a while I guess I feel a little philanthropic. I love this game and will do what I can to keep it on the ‘high ground’.

I think that Mike Wong is a credit to the game. He is educated, honest, and hard working. He is a gentleman. (Did you know he has a Master’s degree?) I have only met him twice over the last 5 years or so. This was not done out of any close friendship. It was done because I think this is the right thing to do. Actions speak louder than words – and I hope some of the negative people learn to be a little more understanding and show some compassion and insight. You know – if you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all?

Mark Griffin
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"What you doing Mark? Stake horsin?"

Well done!

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ace911 said:
Thank you Mark Griffin and CSI for choosing to sponsor my entry into the U.S. Open. I must admit I was a little shocked to have received a phone call from Mr. Griffin, nevertheless I was pleasantly surprised. I will do my best to perform well in this tournament and represent CSI to the best of my abilities.

Thank You,

Mike Wong
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Where is your thank you post to Superstar? He convinced Mark to sponsor you.
 
Nice job stepping up Mark. I'll be rooting for Mike. I don't get all the hate when someone comes to AZ about sponsorship. If you aren't interested then just move along. The only caveat that I see is if someone isn't being honest about it (double dipping, etc) then blast away.

This sport is super tough financially. As others stated, I have respect for someone trying to follow their dreams. It would be different if Mike had a family to support but he hasn't chosen that direction yet. So, he isn't hurting anyone. What's the old saying? Invest in experiences not things.

I think that deep down people envy what Mike is trying to do either because they don't have the courage to do it or are trapped (family, bills, mortgages, etc.) to do it. Ok maybe trapped is a bit harsh but chose a different direction. If you aren't hurting anyone and it makes you happy knock yourself out.
 
Since Michael got his sponsorship, let's move on and I will be looking for a sponsor for the BCAPL Open singles next year. I got top 64 three years ago. Was on an Open team that got 4th place two years ago. I'll need airfare - $450. Hotel - $500. Entry -$150. Food - $200. If you want to stake me in the pool tournament and also in playing black jack, I'll need an additional $5,000. I can put you in touch with my host as a reference to my successes in the pit.

Thanks and God, Allah, Buddah, Hare Krishna Bless.
 
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