What forum users am I supposed to know about?

[Arlene]

Let's see...

• Actual pros:
They join the forum, then disappear. Some are driven off by the 'forum experience'
which is basically lots of people arguing from positions of ignorance and then
getting nasty with those who disagree.
Others probably just have better things to do with their time.

CJ Wiley - former US open champ. Sort of dropped off the public's radar for years
but has newfound popularity thanks to the forums.

John Schmidt - also very high caliber, but less active lately both in pool and the forums.
Not retired or old, just has other interests. Also a US Open champ, famous for 2 runs of over 400
balls in straight pool, has won titles in straight pool and 10 ball also.

Danny Harriman - pops on once every six months to spew hatred at John Schmidt
because one time years ago they played and John swiped a chalk off the table and it hit Danny.
A strong player, known for straight pool, but an absolute nutjob.

John Brumback - arguably world's best banker.

Bobby Chamberlain - VA/MD pro who plays top level straight pool, has posted some video
of very high runs over 100 recently.

Chris Bartrum - midlevel pro who likes to gamble. Regularly gets in big money sets
with the upper level pros. A man of few words, at least on here.

Mike Dechaine - young pro who has gained some momentum and made some notable appearances
in the mosconi cup and a tar match vs. shane. Known for his break and his, er.. antics.

Keith McCready - posts very rarely, letting his girl JAM do the typing. Won a number of events throughout the 80's, retired now, known for his colorful chirping and woofing and crowd interaction.
Appears as "grady seasons" in The Color of Money.

Stan Shuffett - known as one of the best instructors but can actually play too.
Has videos of him shooting 100+ in straight pool and shooting balls 'blind' into a pocket
covered by a curtain.

Geno Machino (Gene Albrecht) - recently gave me a free phone lesson, thanks Geno!
It was an eye opener for sure. A great instructor who teaches "Perfect Aim".
Spends tons of time in action and on the road. Possibly the strongest playing instructor.
Wrote a great thread where he gives all the gory details of life on the road
with an aspiring young player, detailing the gambling matches he gets into and the
road player lifestyle.

Freddie "The Beard" Bentivegna - seldom posts anymore but has fantastic
road stories and is legendary for his banking skills.

wincardona - Billy Incardona, probably the most popular pool commentator of all time, you'll see him
on hundreds of Accu-Stats videos, and he plays pretty sporty too.

Jay Helfert - road player, room owner, tournament director, author, Jay's done it all.
Been close to everything major in the industry for a long time. Writes very articulate, intelligent
posts on here, and some great trip reports from the Phillippines.

There are others I'm probably forgetting.

Inactive: at times we've had Earl Strickland, Mika Immonen, and other top pros (past and present)
who made a few posts and disappeared. I'm lazy to list 'em but if you search under the members
list for famous player names, you'll find accounts (some of which are fans using the name
but many of which are the actual player).

• Semi-pro, low level pro, shortstops, A players, high stakes gamblers, and so on.
Too many to mention. Lock'n'Load: cheerful and polite posts, and apparently plays very strong, has mentioned names of known pros he's gambled with. Has forum buddies who post as part of a clique called the Lock Society. Joey A: Nice guy with some strong opinions, but always civil. Louisiana player I believe. Cardiac Kid (Lyn): Winner of this year's "super seniors" event at SBE. John Barton: famous case maker living in china. Has gotten into lots of arguments on the forums, has gotten banned too.. so he definitely has an anti-fan club. But seems like a decent guy.

I can't even really list all of these, I shouldn't have even started.

• Famous instructors: Scott Lee, Geno, Randy G, Stan Shuffett, and others.

• The "science guys" - Dr. Dave, Bob Jewett, Patrick Johnson, etc... they delve into the actual mechanics and physics of every aspect of pool, and are great at debunking the quirky superstitions and myths that crop up around pool... cues, equipment, deflection, english, and so on. Lots of respect for these guys, they really broaden your understanding of the game. I suspect they can play well too.

• Longtime AZ regulars: JAM, lfigueroa, patrick johnson (though possibly he's gone forever), JB cases (again),
Nick, JCIN, ShootingArts, there are just too many to mention. If you sort the members list by rep points, that first few pages is basically your list.

• Banned Trolls: guys like Chris Banks, Poolkiller, Pangit etc... famous just for pushing people's buttons
enough to get banned.

• Guys in the industry: Mark Griffin (BCA pool league, CSI), JCIN, cleary and others (TheActionReport), etc.

• Guys who know guys: some pros don't post here but they sort of communicate indirectly
with the forum via guys who know them... I believe bfdlad knows Johnny Archer, Earl, and others.
Superstar knows Larry Nevel. Jam of course knows Keith. And so on.

Guess that should get you started!

One names that was missed-Jimmy Reid a truly a great professional player, 1985 US Open 9 ball Champion, not to mention he was also inducted to" Lifetime of Pool in Action" Hall of Fame and One Pocket Hall of Fame.
He does post occasionally on AZ. Check out his website: www.freepoollessons.com

Arlene

 

[Push&Pool]

Stop making posts that make you sound like PK LOL

One of the first posts he(you) did after he tried to create a new user name here a while back was to say "Oh, who is this PoolKiller guy, he's all silly and stuff, what in idiot, giggle". A bit like yours asking "who are all these people", and your questions about the RAM shot. Trying to defecting attention while actually drawing more of it.

And when did I mention PK in this thread? Or the ram shot? Please, if you want, check out all my history from my very first post and I can assure you that one of you would always bring up PK first.

... Or maybe not. You are getting this flack because you insist on coming to this forum, mostly populated by serious players, and spout on about the type of play we all want to see go away... Sloppy banging. Look at your sig line. That is what gets you lumped with PK and others like him.
I'm just not sure how it is possible for you to not have figured out by now what the issue is. I have tried to explain it, others have tried to explain it. Some places in this world are all accepting. This really isn't one of them. Sure we accept all kinds, however, those people all have a healthy respect for the game in common. You do not.

I do have respect for the game, but some people here obviously don't have even a little respect to people who play casually but are still interested in pool. Or you wouldn't be doing all of this every time I post.

 

[Dan Harriman]

Let's see...

• Actual pros:
They join the forum, then disappear. Some are driven off by the 'forum experience'
which is basically lots of people arguing from positions of ignorance and then
getting nasty with those who disagree.
Others probably just have better things to do with their time.

CJ Wiley - former US open champ. Sort of dropped off the public's radar for years
but has newfound popularity thanks to the forums.

John Schmidt - also very high caliber, but less active lately both in pool and the forums.
Not retired or old, just has other interests. Also a US Open champ, famous for 2 runs of over 400
balls in straight pool, has won titles in straight pool and 10 ball also.

Danny Harriman - pops on once every six months to spew hatred at John Schmidt
because one time years ago they played and John swiped a chalk off the table and it hit Danny.
A strong player, known for straight pool, but an absolute nutjob.

John Brumback - arguably world's best banker.

Bobby Chamberlain - VA/MD pro who plays top level straight pool, has posted some video
of very high runs over 100 recently.

Chris Bartrum - midlevel pro who likes to gamble. Regularly gets in big money sets
with the upper level pros. A man of few words, at least on here.

Mike Dechaine - young pro who has gained some momentum and made some notable appearances
in the mosconi cup and a tar match vs. shane. Known for his break and his, er.. antics.

Keith McCready - posts very rarely, letting his girl JAM do the typing. Won a number of events throughout the 80's, retired now, known for his colorful chirping and woofing and crowd interaction.
Appears as "grady seasons" in The Color of Money.

Stan Shuffett - known as one of the best instructors but can actually play too.
Has videos of him shooting 100+ in straight pool and shooting balls 'blind' into a pocket
covered by a curtain.

Geno Machino (Gene Albrecht) - recently gave me a free phone lesson, thanks Geno!
It was an eye opener for sure. A great instructor who teaches "Perfect Aim".
Spends tons of time in action and on the road. Possibly the strongest playing instructor.
Wrote a great thread where he gives all the gory details of life on the road
with an aspiring young player, detailing the gambling matches he gets into and the
road player lifestyle.

Freddie "The Beard" Bentivegna - seldom posts anymore but has fantastic
road stories and is legendary for his banking skills.

wincardona - Billy Incardona, probably the most popular pool commentator of all time, you'll see him
on hundreds of Accu-Stats videos, and he plays pretty sporty too.

Jay Helfert - road player, room owner, tournament director, author, Jay's done it all.
Been close to everything major in the industry for a long time. Writes very articulate, intelligent
posts on here, and some great trip reports from the Phillippines.

There are others I'm probably forgetting.

Inactive: at times we've had Earl Strickland, Mika Immonen, and other top pros (past and present)
who made a few posts and disappeared. I'm lazy to list 'em but if you search under the members
list for famous player names, you'll find accounts (some of which are fans using the name
but many of which are the actual player).

• Semi-pro, low level pro, shortstops, A players, high stakes gamblers, and so on.
Too many to mention. Lock'n'Load: cheerful and polite posts, and apparently plays very strong, has mentioned names of known pros he's gambled with. Has forum buddies who post as part of a clique called the Lock Society. Joey A: Nice guy with some strong opinions, but always civil. Louisiana player I believe. Cardiac Kid (Lyn): Winner of this year's "super seniors" event at SBE. John Barton: famous case maker living in china. Has gotten into lots of arguments on the forums, has gotten banned too.. so he definitely has an anti-fan club. But seems like a decent guy.

I can't even really list all of these, I shouldn't have even started.

• Famous instructors: Scott Lee, Geno, Randy G, Stan Shuffett, and others.

• The "science guys" - Dr. Dave, Bob Jewett, Patrick Johnson, etc... they delve into the actual mechanics and physics of every aspect of pool, and are great at debunking the quirky superstitions and myths that crop up around pool... cues, equipment, deflection, english, and so on. Lots of respect for these guys, they really broaden your understanding of the game. I suspect they can play well too.

• Longtime AZ regulars: JAM, lfigueroa, patrick johnson (though possibly he's gone forever), JB cases (again),
Nick, JCIN, ShootingArts, there are just too many to mention. If you sort the members list by rep points, that first few pages is basically your list.

• Banned Trolls: guys like Chris Banks, Poolkiller, Pangit etc... famous just for pushing people's buttons
enough to get banned.

• Guys in the industry: Mark Griffin (BCA pool league, CSI), JCIN, cleary and others (TheActionReport), etc.

• Guys who know guys: some pros don't post here but they sort of communicate indirectly
with the forum via guys who know them... I believe bfdlad knows Johnny Archer, Earl, and others.
Superstar knows Larry Nevel. Jam of course knows Keith. And so on.

Guess that should get you started!

He never hit me with a piece of chalk - wow you can't even get that right? I do have a question for u creedo, you seem very knowledgable on the wordly gossip and all so I figure your the fellow to ask this. Is it 'more better' to realize your in the wordly crowd of bitter idiots that love to gossip about others issues in order to make them feel better or say to have God given talent? I think I will keep my God given ability and let you and your followers keep the wordly gossip that only makes you more bitter.

 

[easy-e]

He never hit me with a piece of chalk - wow you can't even get that right? I do have a question for u creedo, you seem very knowledgable on the wordly gossip and all so I figure your the fellow to ask this. Is it 'more better' to realize your in the wordly crowd of bitter idiots that love to gossip about others issues in order to make them feel better or say to have God given talent? I think I will keep my God given ability and let you and your followers keep the wordly gossip that only makes you more bitter.

What if we don't believe in God?

 

[Banks]

What if we don't believe in God?

At least believe in yourself. :hug:

 

[jimmy-leggs]

Travis Trotter is a legend. He doesn't post much, but when he does you listen.

Lmao, Soda pop just came spewing through my nose...... I always wondered why Travis's father never posted on here..........Dam, that would be great to have 2 world beaters on here.

Thx again for the laugh, Its been awhile on here for me.:thumbup:

 

[CreeDo]

Well Danny, if god gave you talent, he balanced it out by giving you
some serious crosses to bear psychologically.
I wouldn't trade my brain for yours in a million years.
Not even if the stroke were included.

 

[watchez]

I like Danny Harriman. He's an honest pool player and that list is very short in this world.

 

[JAM]

Danny Harriman ---> HERE

 

[Ghosst]

He never hit me with a piece of chalk - wow you can't even get that right?

Then what exactly is the cause of all this angst?

If you simply do not like John, don't talk to him, about him, or post in reference to him. Not everyone is meant to be your best friend.


.

 

[MahnaMahna]

I like Danny Harriman. He's an honest pool player and that list is very short in this world.

Honest? I guess if you mean he honestly makes himself look batshit crazy on here, has honestly burned lots of bridges in and out of the pool world due to his ridiculous bullshit, and honestly needs to STFU about John Schmidt and move on with his worthless little life, I guess you are right.

And for the record, it is admirable that he is honest in that he doesn't dump or make deals, but apparently the pool players code states that if you are honest you then must be a whackjob to compensate for your lack of assimiliation.

 

[JAM]

Honest? I guess if you mean he honestly makes himself look batshit crazy on here, has honestly burned lots of bridges in and out of the pool world due to his ridiculous bullshit, and honestly needs to STFU about John Schmidt and move on with his worthless little life, I guess you are right.

And for the record, it is admirable that he is honest in that he doesn't dump or make deals, but apparently the pool players code states that if you are honest you then must be a whackjob to compensate for your lack of assimiliation.

There is one school of thought that some members of this forum should heed the same advice -- the acronym you used -- that you are giving out about Danny Harriman.

 

[watchez]

Honest? I guess if you mean he honestly makes himself look batshit crazy on here, has honestly burned lots of bridges in and out of the pool world due to his ridiculous bullshit, and honestly needs to STFU about John Schmidt and move on with his worthless little life, I guess you are right.

And for the record, it is admirable that he is honest in that he doesn't dump or make deals, but apparently the pool players code states that if you are honest you then must be a whackjob to compensate for your lack of assimiliation.

So Danny can't talk about John Schmidt but you can spout off like you have here? Makes sense.

Oh and thank you for your profound reply to me. Much appreciated Miss Mamha. .

One last item. Ask John Schmidt if he has ever burned a bridge in the pool world. Not trying to single John out but it does flow with your line of thinking.

 

[MahnaMahna]

So Danny can't talk about John Schmidt but you can spout off like you have here? Makes sense.

Oh and thank you for your profound reply to me. Much appreciated Miss Mamha. .

One last item. Ask John Schmidt if he has ever burned a bridge in the pool world. Not trying to single John out but it does flow with your line of thinking.

I'm so sorry. Danny clearly should be showered in love and embraced by everyone because you think he is honest.

Your welcome for the reply Sally, I am always happy to speak with you.

 

[sjm]

I'd say there are no posters that you need to know about, with the only exception being posters who communicate without proper respect for others.

There's no rank here on the forum, and the member that joined last week is as deserving of your respect as anyone else.

The forum consists of many different sorts of people, and practically all of them bring something special to this forum.