Greg and Erik dive into what Matchroom is doing now for our Game and throw out our thoughts on the upcoming vision. Also a breakdown of Shaw's record straight pool run and lets talk Fedor and the Arizona pro series stop!
Join Erik Hjorleifson and Greg Plester for an interview with the number one Canadian Representative John Morra. We go over his last win against Corey Deuel and why he switched hands. Dives into some important equipment details. We also reveal our ...PLAYERS OF THE YEAR awards. Player of the year, most improved player, rookie of the year and top amateur!! Do you agree with our list??
Abrin Schaad is the guest Co-host on the podcast this week. We dive into his big match with Corey Deuel, including that incredible last rack Corey ran for the cash. Then straight into the Mosconi Cup re-cap and what an event that was!! Finally we break down the "TOP 5" most unforgettable moments in Pool. Based of the fans!! Enjoy and thanks again for the support.
Erik Hjorleison and Greg Plester unpack all the Mosconi news, Earl! Oscar! odds!! and much more. As well, CSI Predatory pro series adding 75k to events??!!! How do all players not play this?
What is it going to take to get all players supporting the Billiard Pro Series tour? Will the tour fold if they all do not play? A massive recap of a lot of billiard events over the last couple weeks. Why should we practice 14.1? Should you take a break from pool from time to time? Styer is on a mission for Mosconi!
So many events are producing extremely high level of playing! What is "Country Confidence", Judd Trumps plays our little game but...Shane Vs CSI Pro Billiards Series, Chang and Shane showcase the importance of Stamina.
Shane shows everyone how to break! Erikbreaks down some pro insights on "How to Break" and explains the true importance!!Are drills the "way" to practice?? This Eps highlights some great pro tips! Should all events be reported to local news outlets?? Promoters, operators to bring local news medias on site for better growth and coverage. By doing so we have an opportunity to "Change the conversation" about our game for viewers who don't play.
Join Greg and Erik this week when they discuss Pool "Now" vs "Then" based on Mr. Brumbacks Retirement Post. It speaks volumes about our sport! Omar vs Oscar, was Omar really the Favorite? Is the Pro Series the "New" format?
Jim Wych is a 2x Canadian Snooker champion who played professionally in the UK who then moved into the booth to call all major events for years. Now turned owner here in Toronto he shares some great stories and behind the scenes insight of the evolution of pool. Greg and Erik also dive into the weekly re-cap of Oklahoma city open and this interesting US Pro Billiards series race to 4?
Greg and Erik Round-up the Midwest Billiards Expo, once again Kristina Steals the show! How bright is One Pockets future? Everyone is playing, and playing well :) Should there be a "Professional Tour Card"? Like other major sports! Shout out to Molina Mike on posting a great 1Pk conversation!
Is Shane VB the "NEW" king of the bar box?? Kristina is on a tear! How to learn how to win!! Junior Norris recap, Should Tourneys be pre-paid? The Mid west Open!! Should entries in Pro events cost far more to drive prestige? We need more Amateurs in Pro Events!! And it looks like we have a "Stats" holder :) !! Digital Pool! When do you pass on a shot and play a safety?
POOL is alive and everywhere!! We name our Mosconi Dream Team, The U.S. open, and we dive into some round up! Join Greg and Erik on their weekly billiards adventure.
Should US open spots be held for 700+ fargo players? TTDM Tourney, What was that Alex and Reyes match? Do we have a streaming "Blueprint" and we figure out Mario He's titles :)
We dive into the Shane and Dennis re-cap and Erik discusses "How to keep running racks" for us amateurs! Finally some critical Stats!!! We review. Erik also breaks down "How to get across the finish line in a tough match" Some details of the US Pro Billiards Tour. Is Predator taking over now being part of CSI events?
Join Greg and Erik this week as they break down the World Championships! From matches big swings to production value. Also touch on the NEW U.S. billiards tour!! Is pool finally getting a tiered system? And has Shaw lost some magic?
Greg and Erik not only discuss Alex Kazakis's redemption at the Masters but Erik gives us some insight on how to deal with a whitewashing from the other side of the scoreline, how to "come back". Is it Tony and Scott next?? When is Alex in the mix?? Finally some very interesting things to unpack at the Matchroom Worlds. Especially some table and breaking rules.
Greg and Erik sit down with the bank master himself, Mr. John Brumback. Here some stories and learn a little about bank pool and why its important. The masters re-cap, some interesting perspectives on the Break strategy at this event and Tony shifts his game to crush Chip!
Greg and Erik recap the World cup of pool top stories, including Jayson Shaw's "questionable" shot. The creators and founders of the billiards match making app Salotto join us to dive into the apps huge gain in popularity! The preview of The Masters. Some very interesting storylines here.
Greg and Erik dive into all things cue sports, recapping the Triple Crown event, Morra and his "Pick a hand" winning style, Murphy goes for the gusto in the World Snooker Finals, Tyler Styer enjoys breaking and wants to show Billy Thorpe how :) Our "Theory" of how these Matchroom teams for the world cup of pool were created.
Josh Rundle
Awesome job getting this podcast made boys!