Todays players would rob previous gen. players

[jay helfert]

Heh, heh... I understand that was normal for him... even in his prime.

Ken

He ALWAYS complained and always played good!

 

[StevenPWaldon]

You must be in denial about Hokpins' wins in the 9-ball US Open. He won in 1977 and then again in 1981 -- well before the domination of the Stricklands. And of course, this wasn't even Hopkins' best game!

Comments?

the big change was to Simonis cloth in the late 80's, then the "Big Stroke" players like Earl were equalized by the no stroke guys like Hopkins or Vikory.

the other thing is the pocket size and rotating breaks changes things alot, i liked watching 6 packs and etc.

 

[jay helfert]

Jay I've got a question for you, or anyone else who knows. My friend loaned me this really old tape, it had Willie Jopling showing a bunch of different shots. After that, it had a very young Keith McCready and Ronnie playing one pocket. Keith looked like he was 20 years old, quite a bit younger than he looked in TCOM. Keith played near perfect and lost 3-0. I don't think he missed a ball, I'll watch it again. Ronnie was just incredible. I'm guessing that's when Ronnie was in his prime. Anyone know what year and tournament this is from?

Sounds like from the Disneyland tournament in 1986. I know they played there, but I never saw a tape. Keith would have been in his 20's. If I could see it, maybe I can tell you.

 

[gulfportdoc]

Have some eccentric billionaire put up 10 million to have someone break Mosconi's record of 526 and see if it stands for 50 more years no chance.

Huck

I'd think $25K-$50K would suffice. On a sloppy 4x8, as in Mosconi's run, the record would fall within a year.

Doc

 

[SixSence]

He ALWAYS complained and always played good!

Just wish I was around to see him play, when he was running 150 and out, beating champions, with bleeding ulcers.