“The Silent Assassin” Tony Robles vs. UK’s Karl Boyes in tonights Feature IPT Challenge match! Schmidt vs. Sigel in the undercard!
June 24, 2008
The IPT (International Pool Tour) has a blockbuster line up for tonight’s challenge matches to be aired live at 8pm eastern.
Since Mike Sigel was not going to be in the broadcast booth, the IPT was looking for a replacement that could bring the knowledge, flair and excitement for the game to the booth. Most of the world knows Tony as a consummate professional and outstanding commentator, and Tony knew that he would be a shoe in for taking Mike Sigel’s spot in tonights action.
In a turn of events, “The Lion” Alex Pagulayan lost his passport and could not make it to tonight’s challenge match vs Karl Boyes from the UK. To Tony’s delight, “The Silent Assasin” got the nod to take “The Lion” Alex Pagulayans place.
It is clear that Tony Robles has been on top of his game of late, including his most recent back to back Predator 9 Ball Tour wins!
Tony is currently the points leader on the Predator 9 Ball Tour and is poised to continue his winning streak on the international stage in tonights live 8 Ball Challenge match!
The undercard STRAIGHT POOL match will be equally exciting as Mike “The Mouth” Sigel wants to show “Mr 403/400″ John Schmidt that he is still the king. While Mike is a legend in the game, I will look for John Schmidt to dominate in the exciting match up.
“The Silent Assassin” wins Two Predator 9-Ball Tour Stops in a row, Next Stop: IPT Challenge Match Tonight
June 24, 2008
Tony Robles & Mika Immonen
NY Professional pool player “The Silent Assassin” Tony Robles is on top of his game. He is the face of the very successful Predator 9 Ball Tour, which he snapped off in two consecutive weeks, and is poised to represent the USA vs. UK’s Karl Boyes tonight.
Fresh off of his second Predator 9 Ball Tour win, Tony is feeling very confident and believes he can beat any one in the world the way he is playing right now. At 8pm Eastern time his fans will have an opportunity to watch him play Karl Boyes from the UK, live as the feature match on www.internationalpooltour.com
If Tony can continue his deadly combination of a controlled effective break, amazing shotmaking, and lock down safety play… Tony is poised to be the favorite in tonight’s match up of champions.
In the Predator 9 Ball tours last tournament Tony was able to come up with huge wins over “Godzilla” Shin Young Park, as well as “The Iceman” Mika Immonen in the finals. Tonight NY, and the US will be pulling for Tony to continue his incredible momentum.
Simonis Billiard Cloth gets on board in sponsoring Pool, Poker and Pain tapping into 3 explosive markets.
June 23, 2008
Blair Thein has created an amazing concept that intends on providing a heart transplant into world of pool and billiards along with spicing up two other industries.
The creator of a groundbreaking reality show and event called Pool, Poker and Pain will combine three mainstream sports… pool, poker, and MMA in a unique and entertaining way.
There has been an abundance of hype surrounding this show, as all three industries are poised to push through to higher levels of success. The show is slated to bring new viewers, as well as a fresh approach, to each respective sport and industry.
Blair Thein is planning on carrying a recent surge in interest surrounding Pool, Poker and Pain to the next level. Since Simonis has come on board, Blair is looking to leverage the credibility from a major leader in the pool world, which has international influence for bigger opportunities.
Blair has been diligently been working towards this major milestone for approximately 4 years, and is quick to mention that big things are in the horizon. Stay tuned on much more that Blair will be preparing to reveal shortly.
The below is the recent press release from Simonis, on Pool, Poker and Pain.
Stay tuned… much more to come on Pool, Poker and Pain.
Dragon Promotions Unveils the “Lucasi Hybrid Classic” (Straight Pool and 10 Ball).
June 18, 2008
Dragon Promotions introduces the Lucasi Hybrid Invitational Classic Hosted by Bankshot Billiards, Florida.
This Pro Pool tournament will have disciplines in Straight Pool and 10 Ball, and will be an invitation only event slated to have a top field of 48 of the top pool players in the world.
We will keep our readers informed on who from NY will be in attendance.
Florida is a very strong state in which supports pool, as well as breeds some of the best players in the world. Several standout players who have been on “NYC Grind”, are now residing in Florida. I can imagine players like Robb Saez as well as Thorsten Hohmman will be looking to make a statement.
Read the Press Release from Dragon Promotions below for more info.
Proud Father Tony Robles Wins Predator 9-Ball Tour Father’s Day for his son Jonathan!
June 17, 2008
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Tony Robles has been in dead gear lately in regards to his pool game. He has sacrificed a great deal to put together the Predator 9 Ball tour, which is a highly successful Pro/Am tour in the Tri-State area.
His main sacrifice is his inability to have the day with his son Jonathan on Sunday’s, which he has been a major source of joy for Tony for many, many years. This sacrifice was made with the intention to do all he can to help revive the participation of competitive pool in the NY area.
On this Father Day, Pro pool player Tony Robles captured the victory with his son in his mind and his heart, that was reminiscent to Babe Ruth pointing to the seats before hitting a home run.
In an extremely tough field of 50 Players including some of NY’s finest “The Silent Assasin” Tony Robles comes through big in the clutch in the ultimate Fathers Day Victory.
Tony Robles has a lot to be proud of, and on this Fathers Day Tony is proudest of his son Jonathan for supporting him in following his dream and gives back by capturing the Fathers Day win!!!
Proud Father Tony Robles Wins Predator 9-Ball Tour on Father’s Day for his son Jonathan!
June 17, 2008
Tony Robles has been in dead gear lately in regards to his pool game. He has sacrificed a great deal to put together the Predator 9 Ball tour, which is a highly successful Pro/Am tour in the Tri-State area.
His main sacrifice is his inability to have the day with his son Jonathan on Sunday’s, which has been a major source of joy for Tony for many, many years. This sacrifice was made with the intention to do all he can to help revive the participation of competitive pool in the NY area.
On this Father Day, Pro pool player Tony Robles captured the victory with his son in his mind and his heart, that was reminiscent to Babe Ruth pointing to the seats before hitting a home run.
In an extremely tough field of 50 Players including some of NY’s finest “The Silent Assasin” Tony Robles comes through big in the clutch in the ultimate Fathers Day Victory.
Tony Robles has a lot to be proud of, and on this Fathers Day, Tony is proudest of his son Jonathan for supporting him in following his dream and gives back by capturing the Fathers Day win!!!
Korean Sensation Yu-Ram Cha Tops Field of Men’s Pool Players
June 17, 2008
Yu-Ram Cha
Up and coming female pool playing sensation Yu-Ram Cha from Korea continues to impress her fans. She is tiny in size and stature, but has the heart of a lion as well as an impressive stroke.
Yu-Ram has a growing following in NY, and this young emerging top female player is gaining confidence to be able to execute against the top ladies players as well as the men.
With a deadly mix of sexiness, style, heart and a killer game… Yu-Ram Cha, in my opinion is destined for very big things.
Read the story of how she snapped off a tournament field of men pool players at Capone’s Billiards in Spring Hill, Florida.
“Double J” Jeremy Jones and “The Nine Ball Queen” Xiaoting Pan Capture Generationpool.com Titles!
June 14, 2008
Generation Pool 9-Ball Championships
On June 13th ESPN taped both the men’s and women’s final 9-ball professional pool match in the GenerationPool.com 9-Ball Championships, which was held at the Charlotte Convention Center.
In the men’s Final match, it was “Double J” Jeremy Jones from Texas vs. Ronnie Wiseman of Canada.
The women’s final match, featured “The Nine Ball Queen” Xiaoting Pan from China vs. “Little Devil Girl” Ga-Young Kim of Taipei.
Read the breakdown from Generationpool.com providing some insight into ESPN coverage and insight into the event.
We also added the final match coverage from Billiards Digest.com, who always does a great job in bringing a 360º view of pool for fans of the sport.
Xiaoting Pan video of the Chines superstar running out a rack of 9 ball.
June 12, 2008
As a request… here is a video of Xiaoting Pan running out a rack of nine ball. There is major interest in this emerging phenom, and it is clear that the “Queen of pool” is captivating her fans with more than just her knock out looks.
Please click more for a video of Xiaoting Pan running a rack of nine ball that was sent to me from youtube.com
Ronnie Wiseman vs Jeremy Jones, and Xiaoting Pan vs Ga Young Kim in Hot Seat!
June 12, 2008
The finals of both the Womens and Mens Pro Pool Final matches are set to take stage. As the finals are coming to a close, both the BCA’s International Billiard & Home Recreation Expo, in the Charlotte Convention Center and Hall of Fame Induction are set to start.
Pat Flemming as well as Allen Hopkins are poised to be induced into the BCA Hall of Fame. I will be sure to follow up shortly on this exciting event.
Please read the story for great coverage of the action from Billiards Digest.
