Us Open Success Story?

[cuedoctor]

Just a thought,leading up to the us open there was a ton of bad mouthing Berman .Does anyone know of any problems with players getting there money and what do those who attended think.Me for one think it was a very well run tournament and the accomadations were very good. The attendance was not what I thought it would be and I hope Barry broke even atleast but the economy really does affect these things with gas at 3 bucks a gallon. The upa being there I really dont think gave the event the expected boost every one thought. The up coming derby classic is a great pool tournament but I was very disapointed last year with the accomadation,the hotel sucked and the food there was cafateria at best. If your going to drop 500 bucks or more just to travel to these things you expect better.I had guy's with jack hammers at 7 am working at the derby last year down the hall and you know what time pool players go to sleep usually right! I would rate the super expo first,closely followed by us open,then the derby somewhere near the bottom!

 

[JAM]

Here's my take on the Triple Crown of Pool: U.S. Open, Derby City Classic, and Super Billiards Expo!

The U.S. Open is a major championship. and every professional player wants that title. My experience at this year's open was the best ever, but each year this tournament gets bigger, as evidenced by the 256-player full field this year. The matches are intense, and there's not a bad seat at the Chesapeake Conference Center. Most of the vendors I spoke to at this year's Open were very happy with their sales. The people of the Commonwealth State are friendly, and it doesn't cost an arm and a leg to stay there compared to larger metropolitan areas. Virginia may be for lovers, but it also is a great place to have the U.S. Open. I couldn't imagine it anywhere else.

The Derby City Classic in Louisville, Kentucky, is a competition which is enjoyed by players of all caliber: amateur, professional, aspiring, and bar-bangers. Winning the All-Around title looks nice on a player's resume, too. The entry fees are reasonable, and the buybacks keeps a player coming back. Of course, the ACTION, ACTION, ACTION which is basically 24/7 is the main attarction. Pool's dirty little secret blossoms in full view, much to the delight of every single attendee. And let's not forget the mini-tournaments upstairs. A player could actually grind their way through the week winning a couple of these little jewels. The atmosphere is quite festive, and due to its location, the West Coast and East Coast players usually show up. Great place to get pictures!

The Super Billiards Expo is the pool mecca of the year. Pool folk travel to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, by the droves. Whether you're a professional player or an amateur, you can be sure to get some tough action on a field of green. With over 100 bar boxes on the bottom level, it is a major draw for league players. However, there's a little something for everybody with the Pro Event, the Pro/Am, Juniors, Seniors, and Ladies. While you're not sweating matches of the various tournaments going on simultaneously, it's kind of cool to check out all the pool vendor booths, reminding me of a State Fair, except this is all POOL stuff. If you're looking for a new cue, a case, pool parphernalia, equipment, or you just what to see the LATEST of what's out there, the Super Billiards Expo is the biggest exhibition in the world, bar none. AND for those who enjoy a little action, players and railbirds unite on the bottom level and can bet it as high as the Georgia pine.

Three different animals, and they each offer a unique pool experience. I can't pick a favorite.

JAM

 

[cuedoctor]

Here's my take on the Triple Crown of Pool: U.S. Open, Derby City Classic, and Super Billiards Expo!

The U.S. Open is a major championship. and every professional player wants that title. My experience at this year's open was the best ever, but each year this tournament gets bigger, as evidenced by the 256-player full field this year. The matches are intense, and there's not a bad seat at the Chesapeake Conference Center. Most of the vendors I spoke to at this year's Open were very happy with their sales. The people of the Commonwealth State are friendly, and it doesn't cost an arm and a leg to stay there compared to larger metropolitan areas. Virginia may be for lovers, but it also is a great place to have the U.S. Open. I couldn't imagine it anywhere else.

The Derby City Classic in Louisville, Kentucky, is a competition which is enjoyed by players of all caliber: amateur, professional, aspiring, and bar-bangers. Winning the All-Around title looks nice on a player's resume, too. The entry fees are reasonable, and the buybacks keeps a player coming back. Of course, the ACTION, ACTION, ACTION which is basically 24/7 is the main attarction. Pool's dirty little secret blossoms in full view, much to the delight of every single attendee. And let's not forget the mini-tournaments upstairs. A player could actually grind their way through the week winning a couple of these little jewels. The atmosphere is quite festive, and due to its location, the West Coast and East Coast players usually show up. Great place to get pictures!

The Super Billiards Expo is the pool mecca of the year. Pool folk travel to Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, by the droves. Whether you're a professional player or an amateur, you can be sure to get some tough action on a field of green. With over 100 bar boxes on the bottom level, it is a major draw for league players. However, there's a little something for everybody with the Pro Event, the Pro/Am, Juniors, Seniors, and Ladies. While you're not sweating matches of the various tournaments going on simultaneously, it's kind of cool to check out all the pool vendor booths, reminding me of a State Fair, except this is all POOL stuff. If you're looking for a new cue, a case, pool parphernalia, equipment, or you just what to see the LATEST of what's out there, the Super Billiards Expo is the biggest exhibition in the world, bar none. AND for those who enjoy a little action, players and railbirds unite on the bottom level and can bet it as high as the Georgia pine.

Three different animals, and they each offer a unique pool experience. I can't pick a favorite.

JAM

I would imagine that traveling with Keith you have seen some pretty cheesy hotels and accomadations then!! What about the payouts,any problems? Dont get me wrong,I live in va and think barry does a great job and there are a few who are still boycotting the us open so maybe they should rise above it and show up next year.

 

[JAM]

I would imagine that traveling with Keith you have seen some pretty cheesy hotels and accomadations then!! What about the payouts,any problems? Dont get me wrong,I live in va and think barry does a great job and there are a few who are still boycotting the us open so maybe they should rise above it and show up next year.

I did not hear about any problems with any player getting paid. I kind of liked the fact this year that you only had to win TWO rounds to get the $500 entry fee back, too.

As far as traveling with Keith goes, I'm pretty picky about where we sleep. I used to only book at Marriott wherever we went because I knew I could be assured of a CLEAN and comfortable environment. There are usually three or four Marriott facilities clustered together most places we go. So I try to stick with that chain. I usually get Keith stuck about $1,000 before he even hits the first ball at the above-referenced events, but I look at it as a pool vacation. "Cheesy hotels and accommodations" isn't my cup of tea!

I'm actually kind of sorry I replied to the thread. Maybe the reason is apparent.

JAM

 

[cuedoctor]

I did not hear about any problems with any player getting paid. I kind of liked the fact this year that you only had to win TWO rounds to get the $500 entry fee back, too.

As far as traveling with Keith goes, I'm pretty picky about where we sleep. I used to only book at Marriott wherever we went because I knew I could be assured of a CLEAN and comfortable environment. There are usually three or four Marriott facilities clustered together most places we go. So I try to stick with that chain. I usually get Keith stuck about $1,000 before he even hits the first ball at the above-referenced events, but I look at it as a pool vacation. "Cheesy hotels and accommodations" isn't my cup of tea!

I'm actually kind of sorry I replied to the thread. Maybe the reason is apparent.

JAM

Well,we will leave it at that.I am a marriott time share owner and perfer them too so maybe Im spoiled staying there.Dont know if there's a marriott near the derby though.LOL

 

[Nostroke]

I did not hear about any problems with any player getting paid. I kind of liked the fact this year that you only had to win TWO rounds to get the $500 entry fee back, too.

As far as traveling with Keith goes, I'm pretty picky about where we sleep. I used to only book at Marriott wherever we went because I knew I could be assured of a CLEAN and comfortable environment. There are usually three or four Marriott facilities clustered together most places we go. So I try to stick with that chain. I usually get Keith stuck about $1,000 before he even hits the first ball at the above-referenced events, but I look at it as a pool vacation. "Cheesy hotels and accommodations" isn't my cup of tea!

I'm actually kind of sorry I replied to the thread. Maybe the reason is apparent.

JAM

I found no matter what you pay, you still might get a lot of noise and a horrible shower. Those are the two of the most important things to me. I found the Red Roof always has doors that close quietly so they are always my first choice. I stay on the top floor so that i never have to hear someone dropping the shoes or bowling above me. Nice that they are cheap too.

The showers in Chesapeake were the worst ever though. Next year ill be at the one by Qmasters. I can see that chicks would find them cheesy though.

 

[juegabillar]

I did not hear about any problems with any player getting paid. I kind of liked the fact this year that you only had to win TWO rounds to get the $500 entry fee back, too.

JAM

Actually, you had to win the first two rounds in the winners bracket to cash in at 64-96.

Pablo Matheu won against John Macias, and then against Tony Robles. He then lost to Alex Pagulayan in the winners bracket. At the B side he lost to Dan Wallace. Finishing his rounds at the Open. (4 rounds total).

Anyone losing their first match would have had to win three matches in the B Bracket to place 64-96 and get their money back. (5 rounds total)

Danny lost in the first round to Larry Kressel, then won against Jamie McWorter, Nick Bewley and Craig Wolfe. He then lost to Demetrio Jelatis.