Thanks to our mentors!

[Eagleshot]

I believe most of us have had a "Mentor", someone who had taken an interest in our game. For me, it was a gentleman named Phil Smith in Chattanooga. Phil is not one for small talk and typically "Doesn't like anyone."

One day Phil approached me, He had never spoken to me before and asked if I would like to play some cheap sets. ($50). I told him I would be honored. He is a solid A player. He ran over me twice and I was watching his stroke and position play intently.

Since that day he has worked with me on drills and everything from pre-shot routine through table patterns. My game (I've been told) had jumped about 2 balls.

He has spent literally 40-50 hours with me and it has been well worth the initial $100 dollar investment. He has also become a good friend. He supports and encourages me every tournament and always has excellent advice.

Thanks Phil

 

[BazookaJoe]

Props to Phil

I believe most of us have had a "Mentor", someone who had taken an interest in our game. For me, it was a gentleman named Phil Smith in Chattanooga. Phil is not one for small talk and typically "Doesn't like anyone."

One day Phil approached me, He had never spoken to me before and asked if I would like to play some cheap sets. ($50). I told him I would be honored. He is a solid A player. He ran over me twice and I was watching his stroke and position play intently.

Since that day he has worked with me on drills and everything from pre-shot routine through table patterns. My game (I've been told) had jumped about 2 balls.

He has spent literally 40-50 hours with me and it has been well worth the initial $100 dollar investment. He has also become a good friend. He supports and encourages me every tournament and always has excellent advice.

Thanks Phil

Phil spent most every weekday for about 4 to 6 months improving my game.
He just walked up one day while I was practicing and asked if I wanted to learn a couple of things. He said since I was always in there, he assumed I wanted to get better. Anothe big thanks to Phil!

 

[Gregg]

Awesome. I have someone who was very inspiring as well, and has taught me most of the basic things to do and think about while shooting.

 

[seiyaryu55]

I have to say having a mentor is great. For me my mentor never really "taught" me up front but just gave me someone so much better to play and in kicking my behind constantly i feel that i have improved a lot.

 

[supergreenman]

AZ is the closest thing to a mentor I've ever had. I've had to pay my dues and learn the hard way.

That being said, I am always willing to show someone else the ropes and enjoy sharing of knowledge.