Where to play in Tampa?

gunzby

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I will be in Tampa (Ruskin to be more specific) this weekend for a week and was looking for suggestions. I'd prefer Diamonds, but 9 footers are a necessity as I am not a BB player.

Thanks in advance for the input.
 
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Buddy Hall, is in Tampa, Fl. All this week and the week end. - 05-26-2012, 02:49 PM

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Buddy, is playing and teaching at James place in Tampa, Fl. He called me last night and said he was there at this pool hall. He is looking for action also. He said he is getting old now and can't give up a lot of weight like he use to. But, if you want to meet a 12 time world champion, and 5 time pool player of the year this is your chance. James Place, is closer to Riverview, Fl. Address is, 6656 Highway 301 S, Riverview, Fl 33578. Phone number is, 813-672-2778.
Many Regards,
Lock N Load.
 
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Buddy Hall, is in Tampa, Fl. All this week and the week end. - 05-26-2012, 02:49 PM

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Buddy, is playing and teaching at James place in Tampa, Fl. He called me last night and said he was there at this pool hall. He is looking for action also. He said he is getting old now and can't give up a lot of weight like he use to. But, if you want to meet a 12 time world champion, and 5 time pool player of the year this is your chance. James Place, is closer to Riverview, Fl. Address is, 6656 Highway 301 S, Riverview, Fl 33578. Phone number is, 813-672-2778.
Many Regards,
Lock N Load.

I won't be getting there until Saturday morning so I will probably miss out on that. Maybe I can make it Sunday.
 
I won't be getting there until Saturday morning so I will probably miss out on that. Maybe I can make it Sunday.

but at least its a place to play if its close enough:smile:
(if its good enough for buddy it should meet your standards:D)
 
lock n load had this thread last week
Buddy Hall, is in Tampa, Fl. All this week and the week end. - 05-26-2012, 02:49 PM

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Buddy, is playing and teaching at James place in Tampa, Fl. He called me last night and said he was there at this pool hall. He is looking for action also. He said he is getting old now and can't give up a lot of weight like he use to. But, if you want to meet a 12 time world champion, and 5 time pool player of the year this is your chance. James Place, is closer to Riverview, Fl. Address is, 6656 Highway 301 S, Riverview, Fl 33578. Phone number is, 813-672-2778.
Many Regards,
Lock N Load.

Totally going to check this out. Thanks for the to OP for the post!
 
I go to james place almost every weekend.They have a 8ball tourn at 8pm on fridays and a 9 ball tourn at 8 on saturdays.Tournaments are played on bar boxes.They have 2 9ft tables and there is always action.Generally everything gets going around 7-8pm and is always going late.(9-10 ball,1 hole,banks and 8 ball always available)If your in the tampa area and looking to match up this is the place to go.
 
In 1977 I used to play at Varsity Billiards and Baker's Billiards. Thery were pool rooms.


The bars I used to play at...Tiny Tap, 420 Club on McDill Ave and many more that I can't remember or trying to forget. LOL!:smile:


I'm sure everything has changed since then.


I was just talking to a friend about the great pizza in Tampa. I think it might of been Godfather's or Godmother's Pizza. I just know it was the best!:thumbup:


Used to love Tampa...every night was like a weekend....
 
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T.R mcintosh owned varsity billiards and hot shots.He is at james place almost every night.Bakers is shut down now.
Not sure about the bars you mentioned.
Godfather pizza is all around this area now.Most hess gas stations have them inside.
 
Well I'm here :)
Franks Place isn't too far from me so I'm going to call up there and see if I can hook up with Buddy tomorrow.

I'm probably going to up to Strokers in Palm Harbor too so if anyone wants to hit some just send me a message.
 
Family Billiards in Clearwater. Short drive from where you are.
1212 Rogers St. Opens at 1. Five 9' GC's . :thumbup:
 
Well I'm here :)
Franks Place isn't too far from me so I'm going to call up there and see if I can hook up with Buddy tomorrow.

I'm probably going to up to Strokers in Palm Harbor too so if anyone wants to hit some just send me a message.

I play at strokers. Lets make a game and play cheap.
 
In 1977 I used to play at Varsity Billiards and Baker's Billiards. Thery were pool rooms.


The bars I used to play at...Tiny Tap, 420 Club on McDill Ave and many more that I can't remember or trying to forget. LOL!:smile:


I'm sure everything has changed since then.


I was just talking to a friend about the great pizza in Tampa. I think it might of been Godfather's or Godmother's Pizza. I just know it was the best!:thumbup:


Used to love Tampa...every night was like a weekend....

From 1980 when I came to Tampa from NY until the mid 1990's there was plenty of bars in Tampa with good BB action. I played in the two bars you mentioned along with Good Time Charlies and many more. Johnnyt
 
Well I'm here :)
Franks Place isn't too far from me so I'm going to call up there and see if I can hook up with Buddy tomorrow.

I'm probably going to up to Strokers in Palm Harbor too so if anyone wants to hit some just send me a message.

Buddy is at James place not Franks place.He will be there tonight.Alot of action lastnight.Several k changed hands.
Supposed to be alot action more tonight.
 
Unfortunately I have too much going now to go. I am heading to Strokers in Palm Harbor tomorrow if anyone wants to play a few.

Just send me a msg if ya wanna meet up.
 
Buddy is at James place not Franks place.He will be there tonight.Alot of action lastnight.Several k changed hands.
Supposed to be alot action more tonight.

Don't know why, but I keep thinking Franks Place which is in Ohio
 
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