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BCA Hall of Fame: Janscos Inducted Posthumously
Legendary promoters honored for long-lasting contributions to the sport.
Guest Post: The Hustler’s Newman vs Gleason Match Up
Jackie Gleason’s match with Paul Newman was one of the most important in pool history.
Guest Post: Puckett Still Haunting Texas Pool Hall?
Poolroom regulars say the old pool hustler, dead for more than 20 years, still causes mischief.
Guest Post: CARTOONING IN THE POOL HALL
Five fascinating examples of cartoons that prominently feature America’s best sport.
BCA Makes It Official: Schmidt Breaks Record
Pool’s official sanctioning body affirms John Schmidt’s new straight pool record of 626.
Memories of the Johnston City Hustler Jamborees
Johnston City Jansco Brothers have been inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Pagulayan, Sullivan, Janscos Elected to BCA Hall of Fame
Tournament promoters Jansco Brothers among 2019 Billiard Congress of America inductees.
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Austria Beats Philippines for 2nd World Cup Title
He and Ouschan executed staggering shots against the Filipinos during the finals.
The Spin on Pool: Innovator Francois Mingaud
Francois Mingaud, an infantry officer in Napoleon’s army, invented the leather cue tip.
Memories of Bill “Weenie Beenie” Bill Staton
Friends and family remember 1960s player and promoter Bill “Weenie Beenie” Staton.
Wimpy’s Norfolk Years: America’s Greatest Pool Town?
Norfolk during World War II was the nation’s greatest mecca for big-time pool.