2009 Women’s World 10-Ball Championship Announced!
February 27, 2009
Manila, Philippines- Dragon Promotions is pleased to announce a new event to the world of billiards, The Women’s World 10-Ball Championship! This inaugural event will take place on May 25-30,2009 in Manila, Philippines and will host 48 women from around the globe to vie to become the first ever female World 10-Ball Champion which will pay $20,000 to the winner.
Dragon Promotions has been successful in becoming one of the leading promoters in the world today. DP has been supporting pool growth in the US for the past 8 years and established itself as an international tour de force taking on ambitious projects such as promoting billiards growth in India. Perhaps DP’s greatest accomplishment to date has been its single handed creation of a billiards boom in Korea for the past five years, creating billiards as a viable sports program there with multiple TV networks. Now Dragon Promotions looks to broaden billiards popularity in the Philippines, a country with one of the most enormous potentials in pool today.
Darren Appleton Wins United States Bar Table Championships 10-Ball Event
February 27, 2009
The 16th Annual United States Bar Table Championships kicked off on February 23rd and just concluded its 10-ball event on Wednesday, February 25th.
Darren Appleton defeated Glenn Atwell in the finals of the 2009 US Bar Table Championships at the Sands Regency Hotel and Casino in Reno, NV. Glenn Atwell played very well throughout the event, and defeated more than his share of strong players along the way. He was faced with the daunting challenge of having to beat the current WPA World Ten Ball Champion, Darren Appleton twice in order to claim the title.
Player Spotlight on Jeremy Sossei: The Path of a “Giant Killer”
February 27, 2009
Jeremy Sossei in the Blaze Tour at Skyline Billiards
By NYC Grind Contributor, “The Other” Alison Fischer
Focus, determination, and heart: qualities that are critical for success in pool–as in all sports–are exemplified in one Jeremy Sossei. The 29-year-old Sossei, nicknamed the “Giant Killer,” hails from Bethlehem, Connecticut, and has become a well-known face on the Northeast pool circuit. Sossei has a presence at the table that is cool, focused, and deliberate–a presence that most do not look forward to meeting on the table.
Jeremy made his mark at the 2007 Ocean State Championship, at Snooker’s Pool Lounge in Providence, Rhode Island, after beating NYC’s Tony Robles twice in the finals to claim the title. After being knocked to the one-loss side by Mike Dechaine on the first day of the event, Sossei came back to drive through Kevin Guimond, Joey Testa, Dennis Hatch, and George San Souci, landing him in the finals against Robles. Although Sossei’s triumphant win at Snooker’s put his name on the map, it’s safe to say that this “Giant Killer” is not letting up any time soon.
Shortly after his 4th place finish in the 2009 Predator 9-ball Tour opener on February 7-8, I had the chance to speak with Jeremy about what his journey as a pool player has been like so far, as well as his perspective on the sport of pool.
Pro Pool Player Kid Delicious is Bringing His Appetite and Pool Cue to Johnny G’s for a Unique Event that is Slated to Satisfy
February 24, 2009
Danny Basavich or “Kid Delicous” as many know him, is potentially “The Last True Pool Hustler” and the biggest appetite in the game today. Danny is a big kid, with an even bigger heart. His appetite today however, is fueled more by his desire to entertain and inspire, as well as promote his new book.
Since having a near death Heart Attack, Danny has shifted his focus on practice and giving lessons and exhibitions. Danny is missed on the Pool Tour, but don’t count the kid out, as he is gearing up for a major comeback.
“Kid Delicious” has been seen on ABC’s Nightline which aired an awesome segment on a “Pool Hustler.” In the piece, they highlighted Danny’s journey in the pool world as well as touched on the book written by Senior Sports Writer Jon Wertheim, titled “Running the Table”.
Tonight you can watch Danny live giving a unique type of exhibition…. read on!
National Championship Series (14.1)-Straight Pool National Championship Offers a Chance to Play In The World Straight Pool Championship!
February 24, 2009
Cue Sports International, which recently hosted the NCS 8-Ball Championships at the Golden Nugget on February 13-15, recently announced the dates for the NCS 14.1 Continuous National Championship. The event will be held at Comet Billiards in Parsippany, New Jersey, July 31 – August 2, 2009.
Straight pool players (14.1) in the Northeast will have a chance to win a spot into the Straight Pool World Championships along with the title.
Brandon Shuff, winner of the NCS 8-Ball Championships, is scheduled to show up and see if he can continue his hot hand. Brandon continues to prove that he is truly an all-around player, and is slated to be a favorite coming into the upcoming NCS 14.1 Continuous National Championships as well.
This is truly an awesome venue, as pool player-friendly Comet is also the home of the new Accu-Stats arena.
Ralf Souquet Dominates the Joss Tour’s Turning Stone Classic XII
February 23, 2009
Written by NYC Grind Contributing Writer, Geoff Conway
The Joss Tour’s Turning Stone Classic XII has come to its completion, I am standing in the arena at 9:30 pm on Sunday evening, and the beautiful Diamond tables are being put to bed in the big rig to haul them back to Kentucky.
At the same time, the spectators are leaving and making their way back home in the snow, and the 128 players that entered this unique event have dispersed to their local and far-flung homes.
Unfortunately for them, their departure time was subject to how they faired in the tournament, and could be called back home at any time at the whim of their opponent.
Turning Stone XII: Top Players Making a Statement on the Final Day
February 22, 2009
NYC Grind’s man of action, Geoff Conway is the live wire for the action at the Turning Stone Classic VII. Keep on the NYC Grind for more updates to come as one of the year’s most anticipated tournaments narrows down.
At 3pm, the “hot seat” match for the winner’s side finalist will feature reigning US Open Champion Mika Immonen and Germany’s “Kaiser” Ralf Souquet. Truly a “best-of-the-best” face off.
The 3pm hour will also see the one-loss side final two, to be determined by Dennis Hatch vs. Mario Morra and Shawn Putnam vs. Shane Van Boening.
Watch the live streaming coverage from AZB
Brian Hunter Wins the Tri-State Tour B-C-D at Comet Billiards
February 22, 2009
On Saturday, February 21, COMET BILLIARDS was host to the Tri-State Tour’s B-C-D event, with 46 players in attendance. The format was 9-ball, race to 7, with $500 added for a $600 1st prize.
Check out the match breakdown below for the results!
The Heat is On in Turning Stone’s Third Night of Action
February 21, 2009
The Joss Tour’s Turning Stone Classic is in the heat of it’s 3rd night, and we’re about to see who will make the cut for tomorrow’s action. Check out the breakdown of the latest matches, including a spotlight on two of last night’s battle of the sexes between Daryl Peach and Allison Fisher and Dennis Hatch and Karen Corr.
AZ Billiards Streams Turning Stone Classic Online - Free!
February 20, 2009
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Hello Pool Fans Everywhere!
AZbilliards is streaming the Turning Stone Classic XII which you can find here…
http://www.azbilliards.com/azbtv/
You can also view the online brackets here.
The live streaming is sponsored by Simonis Cloth.
