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Don “Cincinnati Kid” Willis and the Big Hoorah Hustle

Don “Cincinnati Kid” Willis and the Big Hoorah Hustle

by radyer | Apr 9, 2019 | 1950s Pool, 1960s Pool, Don Willis, Historic Players, Hustler Stories, Wimpy Lassiter

Don Willis, the long-time road partner of the great Wimpy Lassiter, was born on May 1, 1909 and died on March 2, 1984. He played in few tournaments, but was a fierce gambler. ________________________________________________ The two out-of-towners are relatively short...
10 Dead Guys Not in Hall of Fame (But Should Be)

10 Dead Guys Not in Hall of Fame (But Should Be)

by radyer | Apr 7, 2019 | Don Willis, Hall of Fame, Historic Players, James Evans, Jansco Brothers, Jim Crow Pool, Rags Fitzpatrick

Hall of Fame induction can mark the culmination of a grand career. Past winners include Johnny Archer, Alison Fisher, Willie Mosconi, Ralph Greenleaf and the great Willie Hoppe.  The most important promoters of the game, such as American...

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