Archive for April, 2008

Special Delivery and 2nd 3/4 Place

Boy! It’s been like Christmas around here lately!
When I arrived home from running some errands yesterday, there was a long package on my doorstep and I knew exactly what it was! It was my custom Instroke case from Frank’s Center! It’s been about three years since the original idea of the case was initially entertained.

The [...]


The Ultimate (Triangular) Trifecta

Earlier this month, I wrote about my new balls courtesy of Table Steaks East.
When I stopped in to practice this week I discovered that my special table #10 had been newly recovered while I was away. Not only that, but the counter staff have all been instructed to NOT give out the table unless there’s [...]


Bogies Wrapup

As I sat on the floor of the usual gate E4 awaiting my return flight to Minneapolis, reflecting on my weekend in Houston, I can admit that there are a few things that I could’ve done differently to have better prepared for this tournament.
From Little to Big
It’s unfortunate that the timing for this trip could’ve [...]


19 Hours Later and 2nd Place to show for it

The M8 Pool League Midwest Championships kicked off Wednesday morning with a scotch doubles event that drew 50 teams! I couldn’t believe either. 100 pool players took a Wednesday off from work to play in a $500 added scotch doubles tournament. Impressive! It’s tough to even get half that turnout for a Saturday singles event.
The [...]