I agree that across the nation there is no "standard equipment" reachable in the pool hall/bar industry... I mean it would be nice to see all Blue Label Diamonds (7,9 or 10 footers) or all GC IV or whatever...played on 860 and an industry standard rubber rail system... but that can't happen in todays economic environment. The top 10-20% of the best equipment offered in todays pool halls can be played at a very 'user friendly' competitive pace if the correct game format is used. IMO
Its not necessarily all about the differences in equipment but more about the Structure of the Games being offered that is killing the Sport faster. ie 9 ball *(Texas Express TVpool) is such a joke -a gaff at best and rewards 'bad pool behavior' in so many ways players had to create a 10 ball game with cleaned up rules just to separate/differentiate proper etiquette. 8 ball 'at the professional level' can be a good but again 'amature rules' muddy the water for the masses. Bank Games and One Pocket all have their special interests are fairer by design. Stop supporting BAD pool games.
If you really want to 'help pool' then Support a game that promotes equality on EVERY Rack and engages players and rewards them for the practice necessary to get better. Make a difference in pool... help us help each other. This is what Joe Tucker has done with American Rotation. If you're not familiar with this game, the links below will get you update. 'The game was introduced to help make Americans more competitive'. This games' format can appeal to a larger group of players looking to improve the sport and bring in healthy new interest. Is it 'the answer' to pool's torrid history? No. But it is a HUGE step forward a part of the solution pool NEEDs going forward.
American Rotation is a fresh take on a traditional game, created by Joe Tucker. The rules are simple. Players from all levels see it benefiting their other games as well. yes it also can be handicapped very efficiently so everyone can engage at getting better at their own game instead of simply admiring the 'job challenged' pool specialist knock each other down.
American Rotation the only game offered today that can neutralize the differences in equipment across the country (at least the top 20% of the better equipment) because, like a Golf tee shot everyone gets the same operatunity at the table with an alternating break format.
Joe also says: "An added bonus of American Rotation is that players appear to get along better with each other. They are focused more on the table and their opportunities, and are spending less time worried about the luck of the break and the luck of their opponent’s misses, which are now received with a smile and “Shoot again”.
If you're serious about "helping pool" then let’s get POOL/Pocket Billiards moving back in the right direction.... existing leagues ('pyramid systems') that encourages a player (or a team) to remain below your 'true player potential' is NOT good for our pool community. We must start to Think bigger.
Think in terms of 'the Future of Pool' ...Think personal 'value systems' and 'sportsman like conduct' for our great sport. Pool needs supportive learning structure as well if we are going to get the younger generation into our pool rooms (away from TV’s and computer abuse) to have this sport in the future. Introducing corrective behavior norms and proper social/professional etiquette is a must if pool is going to recover and have a future here. There is NO MONEYS being made by the organizers of American Rotation (or the ABCPL that sanctions it)… The American Rotation is PLAYER FUNDED and SUPPORTED as all moneys are distributed back to the player participants... Your participation in this American Rotation event series is all about your positive contribution, attitude and dedication to bettering our sport. Its sole purpose for its existence is to try to help pool get back on its feet in the right direction in America.
Let’s collectively give players (new and experienced) an incentive to get better (play more/ and practice better pool). Also it will give the pool hall owners the best exposure to a better, higher quality positive customer base experience. ABCPL does all of this with this American Rotation format.
Please Support QUALITY POOL in every possible way...and as often you can.
Randy :smile:
Links………………….…………………..
American Rotation
What Is It, and Why Should You Play?
http://www.billiardsprofessor.com/archives/573
American Rotation .....General info…
http://www.americanbilliardclub.com/
Please WATCH... American Rotation ...2014 Finals in Las Vegas...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anwP2D3T10c
Please WATCH... American Rotation ...2014 video filmed for us at Derby City in January 2014.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yU6f7XvgUoM&app=desktop race to 100
GET THIS APP.. this make score keeping a breeze/ rules include in app.
American Rotation Scorekeeper APP (google play $3... best used on a tablet or larger screen device)
....Joe Tucker - updated April 24, 2014…. Get this~!!
Android .. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.salvisolve.americanrotationscorekeeper&hl=en
iPhone on itunes.. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/american-rotation-scorekeeper/id668053496?mt=8
Paper method score sheet...
http://www.americanbilliardclub.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/AR-scoresheet.pdf
American Rotation rules Alternate break from get go.doc
https://www.facebook.com/download/1...otation rules Alternate break from get go.doc
American Rotation Facebook link… go here for current updates, events, photos etc
https://www.facebook.com/groups/210936945759205/210939152425651/
