Happy to here that Bryan. I saw your post on 14 days. Looking forward to your comments and videos.
Have Fun
John
The Great Pool Experiment Pool Reality Show.
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Happy to here that Bryan. I saw your post on 14 days. Looking forward to your comments and videos.
Have Fun
John
See Sgt. Evans Porgress from Day 1 to Day 14
Well Zero-X finished up in Reno and headed to Colorado. Check out the YouTube.
Follow Bryan Bells progress.
Posted here with permission from Zero-X. Enjoy
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Tor Lowry is STOKED, EXCITED and INSPIRED by Sgt. Robert Evans, US Army (RET)! Robert's determination paid off! The whole Zero-X Billiards team just knew Robert would be running out 9 Balls by the end of his '14 Days' challenge! Why? Because we could tell Tor believed in him. We could tell that Robert has unparallelled determination to be the best he can be at everything at which he chooses to excel. And, because we too are inspired by all Robert overcame to re-learn everything, including pool, after the tragic IED accident which cost him his dominant right hand during his service to our country while serving active duty in Iraq. We're all very humbled by, proud of and honored to have gotten to know Sgt. Robert Evans, US Army (RET) through his '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' challenge.
You too will be inspired to see the final results of Robert's '14 Day' challenge. We hope you'll truly understand how determination like his can be a primary ingredient to success in accomplishing anything you dream of achieving! Be sure to compliment him on his great success and determination - especially be grateful for his service to our country and the remarkable inspiration he will continue being for many people!
This episode is jam-packed! You'll see the first official excerpt from last year's participants from Pipestone, Minnesota - Shane Rath and Tim Rustad! We've been waiting a long time for this and there's even more to come in future upcoming episodes! That's all we'll say for now, except to let you know you should be prepared to witness some incredible transformations in pool, and it couldn't happen to nicer guys! Truly, Tim and Shane are wonderful, as are the other people you'll meet in upcoming episodes containing footage from our time in Pipestone, Minnesota!
Finally, we'll introduce you to Bryan Bell, of Peyton, Colorado! Tor's excited about working with Bryan. Why? Because he can already see great potential in Bryan! Bryan will be participating in a big pool tournament in just days and Tor wants to do anything he can to help Bryan be his best! Bryan already has some great skills, so Tor's convinced he can, in just a few short days, teach Bryan more about pattern selection and playing great safeties - things he will need to add to his pool arsenal to achieve that next level he's been striving to reach!
Tor met Bryan in Las Vegas during the 2013 season of '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' and took some time to watch him play; even filming him, in order to analyze his level of play, possibly to spot any deficiencies in his game prior to his arrival to work with him in training. Tor had a feeling he was going to make a determination early on that Bryan wouldn't need a whole lot to propel him to the next level, and after only one day, he knows he was right!
Tor and the whole Zero-X Billiards team, always feels excited when any pool player can achieve their pool objectives and fulfill their dreams, so sit back, relax and watch these awesome people meet; even exceed their pool objectives - just one step closer to their dreams becoming reality!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roAIArBHYe8&index=25&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWE
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Have Fun.
John
Well Zero-X finished up in Reno and headed to Colorado. Check out the YouTube.
Follow Bryan Bells progress.
Posted here with permission from Zero-X. Enjoy
Begin Post:
Tor Lowry is STOKED, EXCITED and INSPIRED by Sgt. Robert Evans, US Army (RET)! Robert's determination paid off! The whole Zero-X Billiards team just knew Robert would be running out 9 Balls by the end of his '14 Days' challenge! Why? Because we could tell Tor believed in him. We could tell that Robert has unparallelled determination to be the best he can be at everything at which he chooses to excel. And, because we too are inspired by all Robert overcame to re-learn everything, including pool, after the tragic IED accident which cost him his dominant right hand during his service to our country while serving active duty in Iraq. We're all very humbled by, proud of and honored to have gotten to know Sgt. Robert Evans, US Army (RET) through his '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' challenge.
You too will be inspired to see the final results of Robert's '14 Day' challenge. We hope you'll truly understand how determination like his can be a primary ingredient to success in accomplishing anything you dream of achieving! Be sure to compliment him on his great success and determination - especially be grateful for his service to our country and the remarkable inspiration he will continue being for many people!
This episode is jam-packed! You'll see the first official excerpt from last year's participants from Pipestone, Minnesota - Shane Rath and Tim Rustad! We've been waiting a long time for this and there's even more to come in future upcoming episodes! That's all we'll say for now, except to let you know you should be prepared to witness some incredible transformations in pool, and it couldn't happen to nicer guys! Truly, Tim and Shane are wonderful, as are the other people you'll meet in upcoming episodes containing footage from our time in Pipestone, Minnesota!
Finally, we'll introduce you to Bryan Bell, of Peyton, Colorado! Tor's excited about working with Bryan. Why? Because he can already see great potential in Bryan! Bryan will be participating in a big pool tournament in just days and Tor wants to do anything he can to help Bryan be his best! Bryan already has some great skills, so Tor's convinced he can, in just a few short days, teach Bryan more about pattern selection and playing great safeties - things he will need to add to his pool arsenal to achieve that next level he's been striving to reach!
Tor met Bryan in Las Vegas during the 2013 season of '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' and took some time to watch him play; even filming him, in order to analyze his level of play, possibly to spot any deficiencies in his game prior to his arrival to work with him in training. Tor had a feeling he was going to make a determination early on that Bryan wouldn't need a whole lot to propel him to the next level, and after only one day, he knows he was right!
Tor and the whole Zero-X Billiards team, always feels excited when any pool player can achieve their pool objectives and fulfill their dreams, so sit back, relax and watch these awesome people meet; even exceed their pool objectives - just one step closer to their dreams becoming reality!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roAIArBHYe8&index=25&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWE
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Have Fun.
John
Colorado, New Mexico and Arkansas
Posted here with permission from Zero X
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What happens when Tor Lowry travels to Colorado, New Mexico and Arkansas? All sorts of awesome, that's what!
In this episode, Tor Lowry provides a recap of his time spent with participant Bryan Bell in Colorado. Tor also begins working with three new participants from Arkansas - all great guys, determined and ready to reach that next level and all very passionate about pool! Tor's excited to help Justin Wray, Tony Lee Burch and Butch Judd reach or exceed their pool objectives!
A bonus in this episode is a 30 minute interview with a legendary cue maker and pool player who has many great stories of playing with pool legends we all know and admire! We'll be sharing more news about this great pool player; the many ways he will continue impacting the pool world and his legendary status as a cue maker!
Be prepared to watch three great guys from Arkansas make remarkable improvements in their pool games. Tor will put them on the right path and we'll all be excited to watch them continue their progress long after Tor leaves!
Watch for more exciting news about what's to come with the legendary cue maker/pool player in New Mexico! Who is it, you ask? Watch the video - you'll hear some awesome stories from a now 73 year old pool player who's still playing tournaments and has played with some of the greatest legends we all know!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nk-daLvDnH8&index=26&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWE
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Have Fun :smile:
John
Posted here with permission from Zero X
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What happens when Tor Lowry travels to Colorado, New Mexico and Arkansas? All sorts of awesome, that's what!
In this episode, Tor Lowry provides a recap of his time spent with participant Bryan Bell in Colorado. Tor also begins working with three new participants from Arkansas - all great guys, determined and ready to reach that next level and all very passionate about pool! Tor's excited to help Justin Wray, Tony Lee Burch and Butch Judd reach or exceed their pool objectives!
A bonus in this episode is a 30 minute interview with a legendary cue maker and pool player who has many great stories of playing with pool legends we all know and admire! We'll be sharing more news about this great pool player; the many ways he will continue impacting the pool world and his legendary status as a cue maker!
Be prepared to watch three great guys from Arkansas make remarkable improvements in their pool games. Tor will put them on the right path and we'll all be excited to watch them continue their progress long after Tor leaves!
Watch for more exciting news about what's to come with the legendary cue maker/pool player in New Mexico! Who is it, you ask? Watch the video - you'll hear some awesome stories from a now 73 year old pool player who's still playing tournaments and has played with some of the greatest legends we all know!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nk-daLvDnH8&index=26&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWE
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Have Fun :smile:
John
With the cost of hotels , lugging equipment around , gasoline etc. , i don't see Tor making a whole lot of money off this , must be a labor of love in there a little , maybe a pot of aluminum cans to recycle at the end of the rainbow .Tor should check in with the gate keepers of the pool world before he gets all uppity and does something with out their permission or at least buy them a beer even though they left the gate unlocked .
This Reality Show has been filming for almost one year. Zero X is now going into their second year of filming. (ie. Lowry Brothers - Google it.)
No one has even attempted something like this. The only requirement to the training is that you "Pay it Forward". There is no cost to the students.
How many pro instructors out there would every provide pool training at no cost?
There are a lot of folks out there that would like to play better or take their game to the next level. Zero X is doing just that.
There are no "Gate Keepers" of the pool world. Its an individual game. Zero X can teach you how to miss less shots............but only you can become a champion. Can't teach you that.
Have fun and thanks for the comments.
John
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Week One in Arkansas Completed
Posted here with permission from ZeroX
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'14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' - Week One with Justin Wray, Tony Lee Burch and Butch Jette in Arkansas. In this episode, after filming each participant playing the ghost, Tor Lowry works with them on fundamentals, including stroke issues, stable bridges, stances, pre-shot routines and follow through.
By Day two, each player completes several hundred stroke drills and moves on to ball pocketing drills, including hitting targets with the cue ball.
In order to learn how to play position, Tor advances them to half-table pattern play,working on angles and speed control.
Watch each player advance further to read patterns and correctly move the cue ball around the table. By Day five, each player begins full-table pattern play and are joined by their friend Alex, who also wants to learn to be a better player.
Through full-table pattern play, each player is found to have multiple problem shots, making Tor Lowry decide to dedicate a full day of their training to having them work to remove these problems so they may continue working on pattern play.
Tor Lowry is excited to advance each of them again to full-table pattern play, continuing to remove their problem shots and is convinced each player is on track to reaching their pool objectives; further that they will continue using their new skills, practicing diligently as they continue their quest to become better players!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOYXzKnT6o&index=27&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWEhat
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Check it out.
Have Fun
John
Posted here with permission from ZeroX
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'14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' - Week One with Justin Wray, Tony Lee Burch and Butch Jette in Arkansas. In this episode, after filming each participant playing the ghost, Tor Lowry works with them on fundamentals, including stroke issues, stable bridges, stances, pre-shot routines and follow through.
By Day two, each player completes several hundred stroke drills and moves on to ball pocketing drills, including hitting targets with the cue ball.
In order to learn how to play position, Tor advances them to half-table pattern play,working on angles and speed control.
Watch each player advance further to read patterns and correctly move the cue ball around the table. By Day five, each player begins full-table pattern play and are joined by their friend Alex, who also wants to learn to be a better player.
Through full-table pattern play, each player is found to have multiple problem shots, making Tor Lowry decide to dedicate a full day of their training to having them work to remove these problems so they may continue working on pattern play.
Tor Lowry is excited to advance each of them again to full-table pattern play, continuing to remove their problem shots and is convinced each player is on track to reaching their pool objectives; further that they will continue using their new skills, practicing diligently as they continue their quest to become better players!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NqOYXzKnT6o&index=27&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWEhat
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Check it out.
Have Fun
John
I'm Justin Wray and one of his current participants. I'll be starting a new thread detailing my 14 Day Experience after my final day (April 28th).
There aren't enough positive superlatives to describe this training.
Stay tuned!
There aren't enough positive superlatives to describe this training.
Stay tuned!
Yes, and 2015 is filling up quickly. It appears Tor and ZeroX will also be traveling to Europe possibly in 2015.
However, it still may worth your while to fill out an application, there is always the possibility of a cancellation this year.
Have fun. :smile:
John
ZeroX is in St. Louis until May 7th.
Tor Lowry with ZeroX Billiards is in town until May 7th giving me instruction at Cue & Cushion. I'm not doing the entire 14 days, only 6days 5 1/2 hours per day (33 hrs. ttl.) with non stop instruction.
If you get a chance stop by and say hello.
Have fun.
John
Tor Lowry with ZeroX Billiards is in town until May 7th giving me instruction at Cue & Cushion. I'm not doing the entire 14 days, only 6days 5 1/2 hours per day (33 hrs. ttl.) with non stop instruction.
If you get a chance stop by and say hello.
Have fun.
John
The final week in Ark. and St. Louis
Posted here with permission from ZeroX
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Tor Lowry is "on the road again!" As he drives to Chicago, his next stop on tour, he's preparing to have us post his next episode! Jam-packed with awesome material and a full 70 minutes in duration! In it, you'll see the results of the final week of training for his fabulous participants; now friends in Arkansas, Justin Wray, Tony Lee Burch and Butch Jette! Tor's excited for you to meet his Chicago based participant!
In this episode, you'll finally get to see the remarkable results achieved by Shane Rath and Tim Rustad in Pipestone, Minnesota - trust us, you'll be stoked!
Tor's eager for you to see and be inspired by participant John Cummings of St. Louis, Missouri and Nick Yount in Granite City, Illinois! Yes, you'll be stoked!
And finally, you'll see a long interview by a professional pool player, instructor and person well-respected and admired by Tor, and anybody who truly knows him - a great person everybody knows and whom Tor has known since the 1980's!
Illinois, MIchigan, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Virginia, Georgia, Louisiana, Oregon, South Carolina and California - Tor's coming for you! Are you ready? We can't hear you!
Prepare for frequent posts again - we have lots to catch up on, and lots of material for you to absorb, including awesome episodes of '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' from states on last year's tour you have not yet seen! Are you ready? Let us hear you! Louder!
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Have fun
John
Posted here with permission from ZeroX
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Tor Lowry is "on the road again!" As he drives to Chicago, his next stop on tour, he's preparing to have us post his next episode! Jam-packed with awesome material and a full 70 minutes in duration! In it, you'll see the results of the final week of training for his fabulous participants; now friends in Arkansas, Justin Wray, Tony Lee Burch and Butch Jette! Tor's excited for you to meet his Chicago based participant!
In this episode, you'll finally get to see the remarkable results achieved by Shane Rath and Tim Rustad in Pipestone, Minnesota - trust us, you'll be stoked!
Tor's eager for you to see and be inspired by participant John Cummings of St. Louis, Missouri and Nick Yount in Granite City, Illinois! Yes, you'll be stoked!
And finally, you'll see a long interview by a professional pool player, instructor and person well-respected and admired by Tor, and anybody who truly knows him - a great person everybody knows and whom Tor has known since the 1980's!
Illinois, MIchigan, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Virginia, Georgia, Louisiana, Oregon, South Carolina and California - Tor's coming for you! Are you ready? We can't hear you!
Prepare for frequent posts again - we have lots to catch up on, and lots of material for you to absorb, including awesome episodes of '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment' from states on last year's tour you have not yet seen! Are you ready? Let us hear you! Louder!
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Have fun
John
I'm looking forward to seeing the end of my episode.
I can tell you this, I FEEL much better at the table. I play better. Also, I'm improving at a quicker rate than ever. It feels like I discover something about myself, and the game, every day that I play.
Pool is unbelievably exciting for me right now.
Tor is the Johnny Appleseed of pool instruction. Spreading the knowledge across this great country.
I can tell you this, I FEEL much better at the table. I play better. Also, I'm improving at a quicker rate than ever. It feels like I discover something about myself, and the game, every day that I play.
Pool is unbelievably exciting for me right now.
Tor is the Johnny Appleseed of pool instruction. Spreading the knowledge across this great country.
Zero X in Chicago for 14 Days
Posted here with permission from Zero X
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If you haven't yet heard of this remarkable young lady, Karsyn Renae Terry,Tor Lowry suggests you head on over and "like" her page now! Karsyn's a current participant on '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment,' and no doubt headed toward "junior champion" status! Her father, Patrick, has done an amazing job coaching her and Karsyn is one determined young lady! That's a powerful mix, especially when paired with Karsyn's strong will and commitment to practice diligently!
Tor's super impressed and believes in Karsyn's potential! Please "LIKE" her page and be sure to cheer her on as she continues progressing on '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment.'
Parents, please take note - Karsyn's a great example of what can happen when you, as a parent of a young person who demonstrates a passion for anything, can help their dreams come true! Tor's impressed with and touched by Karsyn's father's coaching of his young daughter and especially by the bond they share. Tor knows it's a huge step towards Karsyn's future success and that she's on the "right road," just on the brink of breaking through. He'll do anything he can to help her achieve her goals if she maintains a commitment to practice - truly Tor genuinely believes in Karsyn.
Besides being a junior pro, Tor thinks Karsyn's a delightful young lady with a bright future - capable of achieving anything about which she dreams. Please support Karsyn, the Billiards Education Foundation and all young people with a passion, a dream, talent and a burning desire to be their best at anything!
Watch for Karsyn's opening interview in the next episode of '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment!' You won't want to miss following this tremendously talented young lady - and you won't want to miss out on seeing what can happen when a parent strongly supports, encourages and even coaches a young person!
https://www.facebook.com/karsynrenaeterry?notif_t=fbpage_fan_invite
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Have fun
John
Posted here with permission from Zero X
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If you haven't yet heard of this remarkable young lady, Karsyn Renae Terry,Tor Lowry suggests you head on over and "like" her page now! Karsyn's a current participant on '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment,' and no doubt headed toward "junior champion" status! Her father, Patrick, has done an amazing job coaching her and Karsyn is one determined young lady! That's a powerful mix, especially when paired with Karsyn's strong will and commitment to practice diligently!
Tor's super impressed and believes in Karsyn's potential! Please "LIKE" her page and be sure to cheer her on as she continues progressing on '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment.'
Parents, please take note - Karsyn's a great example of what can happen when you, as a parent of a young person who demonstrates a passion for anything, can help their dreams come true! Tor's impressed with and touched by Karsyn's father's coaching of his young daughter and especially by the bond they share. Tor knows it's a huge step towards Karsyn's future success and that she's on the "right road," just on the brink of breaking through. He'll do anything he can to help her achieve her goals if she maintains a commitment to practice - truly Tor genuinely believes in Karsyn.
Besides being a junior pro, Tor thinks Karsyn's a delightful young lady with a bright future - capable of achieving anything about which she dreams. Please support Karsyn, the Billiards Education Foundation and all young people with a passion, a dream, talent and a burning desire to be their best at anything!
Watch for Karsyn's opening interview in the next episode of '14 Days - The Great Pool Experiment!' You won't want to miss following this tremendously talented young lady - and you won't want to miss out on seeing what can happen when a parent strongly supports, encourages and even coaches a young person!
https://www.facebook.com/karsynrenaeterry?notif_t=fbpage_fan_invite
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Have fun
John
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Why did Tor stop the Youtube video updates? I appreciate all the written updates you post here but there has not been a new video posted in over a month.
There was a new video today.
Latest Youtube - Includes a special interview with Mark Wilson
Here ya go.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dYld7lv3a0&index=28&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWE
Have fun
John.
Here ya go.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dYld7lv3a0&index=28&list=PLSdlfdk6zG-rltsivz2zWAjkeYUj1UgWE
Have fun
John.
