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"The only difference between a man that can be had and a sucker is....anyone can be had but a sucker will bet you $50 that he can't" -Chef Anton

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Chef Anton's Trick Shots

 

July 2003 - The Pyramid Puzzle

June 2003 - Cue Ball, Side Pocket

May 2003 - The Infamous Three Ball Pyramid

April 2003 - A Practical Shot in 8-Ball

March 2003 - A Hard One-Railer

February 2003 - Watermelon Seed

January 2003 - Trapped

December 2002 - Quarter on Foot Spot

November 2002 - Quarter Out of Cirlcle

October 2002 - Balancing Balls

September 2002 - First Things First

August 2002 - The Ultimate Puzzle

July 2002 - The Impossible Bank?

June 2002 - The Great Wall of China

May 2002 - I Bet You Don't Get Another Shot

April 2002 - Three Balls in the Side

March 2002 - Screwed

February 2002 - $20 Betcha

January 2002 - Under the Cue Stick

November 2001 - K9

October 2001 - MAC Attack

September 2001 - Paul Sargent's Twist on a Classic

August 2001 - Pinball Machine

July 2001 - Miller Lite with a Twist

June 2001 - Bumper Cars

May 2001 - The Teenager

April 2001 - Last Pocket 8-Ball

March 2001 - Kyle Saunders - 1st Place

February 2001 - Dave - 2nd Place

January 2001 - Dean Dubbs - 3rd Place

December 2000 - Faux Finger Pool

November 2000 - Mike Sigel's Favorite

October 2000 - Pool Sharks Get Bit

September 2000 - A Classic Revisited

August 2000 - Craig Wilkening

July 2000 - Hugo Pehrman

June 2000 - Leonard Cornell

May 2000 - Calvin Fujitani Challenge

April 2000 - Charlie Ball’s Lake Placid

March 2000 - Jeff McCain - 1st Place

February 2000 - Gary Pope - 2nd Place

January 2000 - Prather's Avoided Collision - 3rd Place

 

 

Bar Bets and Billiard Brain Teasers

The Ultimate Bar Bet Book

Do As I Do

 

The Barber Speaks

Pool Instruction by Frank "The Barber" Almanza

Level Cue

How do you look at the table?

The Winning Shot

Crossroads

What? Me Play Safe?

Who's Your Daddy?

Are You a Straight Shooter?

Fool Rush In

Who's the Best?

Is the Force with You?

Craftsman

 

Chef Anton's Recommended

Pool Books and Videos

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Accu-Stats Videos (800) 828-0397

This company is incredible.  These are actual professional tournament matches with commentary.  Watch the pros play 8-ball, 9-ball, Straight Pool, One Pocket, and 3 Cushion Billiards.  This is the best source for players who want to learn correct patterns and advanced strategy.  Ask for Pat Flemming and tell him I sent you.

Robert Byrne’s Video Series I-V

An excellent series which illustrates the points made in his book.  The first two videos cover mechanics, patterns, and stroke.  The third and fourth demonstrated different trick shots and the fifth video talks about building a more powerful stroke.

Robert Byrne’s Standard Book of Pool and Billiards

One of the best books ever written.  It covers everything from basic mechanics to advanced shot making.  This is a must have for any pool player.

 Robert Byrne's Advanced Technique in Pool and Billiards

Comprehensive, with clear explanations and helpful diagrams, this book is the most authoritative and entertaining way to learn specific techniques in pool and billiards.

Play Your Best Pool – Phil Capelle

An excellent resource for pool players of all levels.  To be honest, I have the book and have yet to read it.  Although, it has received rave reviews from many of the top professionals.

  A Mind for Pool – Phil Capelle

To be honest, I have the book and have yet to read it.  Although, it has received rave reviews from many of the top professionals.

Play Your Best Straight Pool - Phil Capelle

If you do not play great straight pool, you do not play great pool.  This book will share the secrets of the greatest straight pool players that ever lived.  By far, the most comprehensive book on straight pool ever published.

The Inner Game of Tennis - Tim Gallwey

The inner game of tennis?  That's right.  This book is an excellent resource on the mental side of the game of pool!  You will learn how to stay in the present and how to really focus.  If you want to reach your potential, this book will eliminate one obstacle...your mind.

Robert Byrne’s Book of Great Pool Stories

After studying so many instructional books and videos, you are probably ready to sit back with a handful of colorful stories about the game you love.  This book has them all.  Enjoy!!!

 

 

 

 

 

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