Update: Joss Event at Ultimate Billiards

Dana Bufalo

Dana Bufalo

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The Joss Northeast 9-Ball Tour is at Ultimate Billiards in Berlin CT this weekend with 47 players competing in this $3,000 added event.

Some notable players in attendance include;

Philippino players Marlon Manalo, Santos Sambajon, Al Lapena and Mhet Vergara.., New York’s Frankie Hernandez, Holden Chin and Mike Zuglan.., New Jersey’s “Bristol” Bob Begey.., Mass players Tony Ruberto, Mark Ransom, Rich Kravetz, Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso and Marty Herman.

Some interesting matches (including some upsets) that were played on Saturday included;

Tony Ruberto over Mark Ransom, 9-5
Dan Heidrich over Al Lapena, 9-8
Marty Herman over Rich Kravetz, 9-7
Santos Sambajon over Frankie Hernandez, 9-5
Marlon Manalo over Tony Ruberto, 9-4
Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso over Marlon Manlao, 9-7
Holden Chin over Santos Sambajon, 9-7
Mhet Vergara over Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso, 9-7
“Bristol” Bob Begey over Tony Ruberto, 9-7
NY’s Dave Pinkston over Frankie Hernandez, 9-7
.., then Marlon Manalo over Dave Pinkston, 9-7

Sunday’s matches starting at noon are;

On the Winners Side;
Mike Zuglan vs Mhet Vergara
Holden Chin vs Earl Herring

On the One Loss Side;
Santos Sambajon vs Mark Ransom
Pete Genovese vs Marlon Manalo
Tony Frisina vs Al Lapena
Marty Herman vs Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso

Barry Cameron is in attendance for anyone needing work done on their cues…, Mike Webb stopped in to say hello and showed a few cues including a really nice Titlest/Hoppe cue that he recently did for Chris Grader (who also played in this event).., it was also nice to see Fred Agnir who stopped in to say hello.

That’s it for now but be sure to check Azbilliards.com on Sunday evening for complete results including payouts.
 
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Marlon

Marlon beat me 9 to 1 after I beat Frank. I made some spectacular shots in our match, but he played nearly flawless, it was a real treat. After the match I asked him for his autograph. He was a gentleman on and off the felt. What a great tournament,I didnt cash so now I will be rooting for my houseman, Earl Herring.
 
Dana Bufalo said:
The Joss Northeast 9-Ball Tour is at Ultimate Billiards in Berlin CT this weekend with 47 players competing in this $3,000 added event...That’s it for now but be sure to check Azbilliards.com on Sunday evening for complete results including payouts.
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Dana, what a GREAT update for the $3,000-added Joss Tour event at Ultimate Billiards! This is EXACTLY the kind of tidbits my inquiring mind enjoys hearing about. :p

Wow, Pete Genovese vs. Marlon Manalo. Pete's got the home-table advantage, being that he owns Ultimate Billiards. If memory serves me correctly, the tables roll fast as lightning, blue cloth that begins with a "G." However, Marlon's accustomed to adjusting to a variety of equipment since he's been shooting on the road, so to speak. Looking forward to hearing about this match-up. :)

Who is the player, Mhet Vergara, that Mike Zuglan is going to play? He looks as if he's having a GREAT tournament this weekend. And he beat Shorty! :eek:

If I had to pick a winner at this juncture, I'm leaning towards Mike Zuglan. He's always a good Calcutta bet in any event he plays in. I like his chances to snap this one off! :cool:

Depicted below is Keith and World Straight Pool Champion Mike Zuglan, one of New York's finest! Joss Tournament Director Zuglan has kept the Joss Northeast 9-Ball Tour running strong for 13 or 14 years now (can't remember). A level playing field with all players treated equal, good payouts, with events taking place on the weekend, Joss tournaments are the best bang for the buck! Good luck to Mike! :)

JAM
 

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Who is the player, Mhet Vergara, that Mike Zuglan is going to play? He looks as if he's having a GREAT tournament this weekend. And he beat Shorty! :eek:

JAM
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Hey JAM,

I think Mhet shoots out of Master's in Queens, NY. I spoke with him at Master's during a Tri-State Tour. Really nice guy and also good friends w/ the Filipino Contingent. Good luck to him.

Rob
 
racefornine said:
Marlon beat me 9 to 1 after I beat Frank. I made some spectacular shots in our match, but he played nearly flawless, it was a real treat. After the match I asked him for his autograph. He was a gentleman on and off the felt. What a great tournament,I didnt cash so now I will be rooting for my houseman, Earl Herring.
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You did play well in that match but I don't think I saw him miss a ball. Seemed to me he wrote alot on that little business card, also I think it was interesteing he wanted one for himself. Maybe you'll see him in your room someday.
 
Great update, thanks!!!

JAM, that doesn't look like Zuglan in the photo.... I think it resembles Ron Jeremy more than anyone!! :D
 
racefornine said:
Marlon beat me 9 to 1 after I beat Frank. I made some spectacular shots in our match, but he played nearly flawless, it was a real treat. After the match I asked him for his autograph. He was a gentleman on and off the felt. What a great tournament,I didnt cash so now I will be rooting for my houseman, Earl Herring.
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I could not agree more.., Marlon appeared to be having a great time and is a pleasure to be around.., it has been my experience over the years that all the Philippino players are gentleman on and off the table .., you never hear them complaining about conditions, equipment, bad rolls or whatever.., they just come and play and they usually play pretty well!

Earl Herring is another gentleman of the game.., he plays really well and his match with Holden Chin today should be a great one.

Where is Earl from and where does he live these days?
 
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Great update, thanks!!!

JAM, that doesn't look like Zuglan in the photo.... I think it resembles Ron Jeremy more than anyone!! :D
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I must admit I had to Google-ize "Ron Jeremy" to see who he was! :p :eek:

Here's my favorite snapshot of Mike Zuglan taken at the 2002 U.S. Open. Gold star goes out to who can name the player with the red-sleeved coat standing to the right of Keith and the player in the background on the left of Zuglan wearing a white shirt a tan shorts!

JAM
 

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I must admit I had to Google-ize "Ron Jeremy" to see who he was! :p :eek:

Here's my favorite snapshot of Mike Zuglan taken at the 2002 U.S. Open. Gold star goes out to who can name the player with the red-sleeved coat standing to the right of Keith and the player in the background on the left of Zuglan wearing a white shirt a tan shorts!

JAM
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Joe Tucker, and????
 
Chalmer "Mhet" Vergara

JAM said:
Who is the player, Mhet Vergara, that Mike Zuglan is going to play? He looks as if he's having a GREAT tournament this weekend. And he beat Shorty!
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Chalmer "Mhet" Vergara has played in several Joss, Blaze and Tri State events over the last year and he plays tough!

He also competed in the recent Big Apple 9-Ball Challenge event.

I asked Al Lapena about this kid and he told me that he can play but lacks confidence. Al feels that Mhet can beat many players in these regional events.., he just needs to play in more of them and gain more confidence.

From what I saw yesterday at Ultimate Billiards, I think we will be hearing more about Chalmer "Mhet" Vergara in the future.
 
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JAM said:
I must admit I had to Google-ize "Ron Jeremy" to see who he was! :p :eek:

Here's my favorite snapshot of Mike Zuglan taken at the 2002 U.S. Open. Gold star goes out to who can name the player with the red-sleeved coat standing to the right of Keith and the player in the background on the left of Zuglan wearing a white shirt a tan shorts!

JAM
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Nick Mannino in the back left.

Andy
 
Another Update: Joss event at Ultimate Billiards

Here's another update on this weekend's Joss Event at Ultimate Billiards.

On the Winners Side:

Mike Zuglan over Mhet Vergara
Earl Herring over Holden Chin
then, Earl Herring over Mike Zuglan

Earl Herring is in the hot seat!

On the One Loss Side:

Santos Sambajon over Mark Ransom
Marlon Manalo over Pete Genovese
Al Lapena over Tony Frisina
Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso over Marty Herman

then;

Marlon Manalo over Santos Sambajon
Al Lapena over Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso
Marlon Manalo over Al Lapena
then Marlon Manalo over Holden Chin

Mike Zuglan was playing Marlon Manalo at the time of this update and the winner will play Earl Herring.

Again, be sure to check Azbilliards.com later this evening for complete results including payouts.
 
Dana Bufalo said:
Here's another update on this weekend's Joss Event at Ultimate Billiards.

On the Winners Side:

Mike Zuglan over Mhet Vergara
Earl Herring over Holden Chin
then, Earl Herring over Mike Zuglan

Earl Herring is in the hot seat!

On the One Loss Side:

Santos Sambajon over Mark Ransom
Marlon Manalo over Pete Genovese
Al Lapena over Tony Frisina
Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso over Marty Herman

then;

Marlon Manalo over Santos Sambajon
Al Lapena over Tom “Shorty” D’Alfonso
Marlon Manalo over Al Lapena
then Marlon Manalo over Holden Chin

Mike Zuglan was playing Marlon Manalo at the time of this update and the winner will play Earl Herring.

Again, be sure to check Azbilliards.com later this evening for complete results including payouts.
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Final Manalo -v- Herring

Jim
 
Anyone see the 5 year old kid shooting while waiting for what I believe to be his Dad (Mhet Vergara) playing in the tournament to finish.
He shot pretty good. Best 5 year old I've ever seen. I seen him run 5 balls playing 9ball and make some pretty tough shots and position plays. I noticed a lot of people at the tournament couldn't help but watch this kid shoot around and were very impressed like I was.
 
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