The oldest guy to run a hundred balls?

Blackjack said:
I completely agree with you, Lewis.

In 1988, Cowboy Jimmy Moore beat Keith McCready on a bar box at 9 ball at the Showboat Hotel (one of the Heubler Bar Box Tourneys). Cowboy was 77 years old.

Jimmy was so proud of that victory and I believe it was the only time he bested Keith.

I believe that its wiser to not measure age - measure HEART.

Cowboy Jimmy Moore had a heart as big as all outdooors.
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Don't get me wrong, as I am in no way implying Jimmy didn't have heart or gamble or anything else. It was just an ongoing jab between Jimmy and Old Fez. It was really comical to watch.

You know, Fez could take that jab and get away with it, but I seriously doubt that I could have. Fez would have kicked my butt.
 
sjm said:
When Ervolino played at Amsterdam Billiard club in about 2002 (he would live part of the year in NYC quite near the club), while in his late sixties, he was playing straight pool every weekday for hours. I'd guess he would run 100+ twice a week back then, and could do it even on a tightish table.
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then i stand corrected, in 93 he wasnt hitting them like that, he moved and started playing better, thats great, i didnt know that,

happy T-Day
 
Danny Kuykendal said:
How about Jimmy Caras or Irving Crane? Crane died a few years ago at 87, I think and Caras at about 90. Anyone with any info on either one?
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I can't speak about Caras, but I knew Irving very well. Crane still played straight pool extremely well into his late sixties, perhaps a threat to run 200 up to about 1982, when he was about 68. That's about when his game started to go into decline. By 1984, at age 70, he could still run 100. By 1986, his skills had declined considerably, and he was probably incapable of a 100 ball run.
 
1pocket said:
I just spoke with the fellow that brings George Rood down to Louisville, and he is definitely planning to come down again in January, at least for the HOF dinner. George is one of our special guests :) He finally did have to hang up his cue -- he just isn't steady enough on his feet anymore; he gets around via either wheelchair or walker.
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Great to hear George will be making the trek again this year. Here's a guy whose pool and billiards history is longer than anyone alive today. He loves to talk and tell his stories, so I hope people take advantage of getting a chance to meet him.
 
I met George Rood at Airways a couple of months ago. What a treat it was too. He spent about an hour or maybe longer showing me some really usable shots. I had a blast learning what he had to teach. I felt like a beginner again when he approached me. I had trouble performing some of the shots he set up because I was so nervous. I bet he thought this kid needs more help than I can give him. LOL But it was great to say the least. I hope to be back up there again in a couple of weeks. I hope he is available to show me some more.


Gary
 
Cold DERBY CITY

jay helfert said:
Hi Raymond! :)

You have to be the best "over 70" player alive today. You should go to Derby City and take on Squirrel at One Hole. I don't think he can beat you. In fact, I'M IN!!!

I'd like to see you anyway. I know you are still a handsome devil. Dinner's on me champ. It is fun to see so many old time players there. I promise you some good memories, especially at the HOF banquet. You could tell stories about all these guys.
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Hi JAY
I thought about DERBY CITY would love to go if it was warmer, in JAN it is just to cold for me,and i know your going to say well it is inside where it is warm, just the thought of it makes me cold.
RAY
 
ghostball said:
Hi JAY
I thought about DERBY CITY would love to go if it was warmer, in JAN it is just to cold for me,and i know your going to say well it is inside where it is warm, just the thought of it makes me cold.
RAY
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Ray

I'll buy you some long underwear, earmuffs, and a jacket! LOL... Bob Jewett has a little 14.1 high run contest that I think you would enjoy, and it would be an honor just have you in attendence - although I think you'd be able to give that high run a serious shot! I will give you a call this weekend about setting up a few clinics, perhaps Derby City would be a great place to have one!

Really Ray, I think you would be pleasantly surprised to see how many people would be willing to rough the weather and pay to attend an instructional clinic by Ray "Cool Cat" Martin.
 
ragbug74 said:
Great to hear George will be making the trek again this year. Here's a guy whose pool and billiards history is longer than anyone alive today. He loves to talk and tell his stories, so I hope people take advantage of getting a chance to meet him.
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He's very outgoing and does love to share his stories -- as long as you are respectful :) . His memory is fantastic, although I would say he doesn't have the confidence in it that he did just a couple of years ago.

If you want to talk to him, do not wait!
 
ghostball said:
Hi JAY
I thought about DERBY CITY would love to go if it was warmer, in JAN it is just to cold for me,and i know your going to say well it is inside where it is warm, just the thought of it makes me cold.
RAY
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Ray, no one leaves the hotel -- what does the weather matter?
:)
 
My house pro Wayne Norcross is a young 71 and has a few hundreds in his 70s. Just thought I'd mention Wayne. He is still an ambassador of the game of 14.1.
 
Danny Kuykendal said:
My house pro Wayne Norcross is a young 71 and has a few hundreds in his 70s. Just thought I'd mention Wayne. He is still an ambassador of the game of 14.1.
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Yes, we can't forget Wayne. He knows his 14.1.
 
jay helfert said:
I suspect that Jimmy Moore is the oldest man to ever run a hundred balls. He did it several times while he was in his 80's. I'm sure someone from Albuquerque can tell us more about him.
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I'll be in Santa Fe this week on business. The plan is to hang out at Albuquerque in the evenings. Is there a poolroom in Albuquerque where he hangs out? I wouldn't mind losing a few games to the master. Else, where is all the action in Albuquerque (or Santa Fe)?

Sorry if there is and it was mentioned...I'm writing this as I rush out the door.

Poolmouse
 
FastMikie said:
I need some inspiration.
Who was the oldest guy to run a hundred, and how old was he when he did it?
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As I recall it, George Rood said he was 88 when he ran 126. Having seen him play one pocket and skill shots in 2006, I can believe it.
 
poolmouse said:
I'll be in Santa Fe this week on business. The plan is to hang out at Albuquerque in the evenings. Is there a poolroom in Albuquerque where he hangs out? I wouldn't mind losing a few games to the master. Else, where is all the action in Albuquerque (or Santa Fe)?

Sorry if there is and it was mentioned...I'm writing this as I rush out the door.

Poolmouse
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You could look for Jimmy Moore all over Albuquerque but I doubt you will find him shooting pool anywhere. He died in 1999.

As far as places to play in Albuquerque -
Golden Cue, Carom Club, Doc & Eddies, & Corner Pocket.
 
rayjay said:
Jimmy Moore ran 103 on his 80th birthday at Doc & Eddies pool hall in Albuquerque....he wrote the note on the photo himself.
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Edit: I talked to someone today who knew Jimmy really well, and was at Doc & Eddies on Jimmy's 80th birthday...according to Eric Von Koons, Jimmy ran 110 playing someone named Zowner, couldn't remember his first name. Eric asked Jimmy what he was going to do for his 90th birthday, Jimmy said "Run 111'.
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Myron Zowner
 
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