Monthly Archives: March 2011

International Pool Stars Mika Immonen, Rodney Morris & Raj Hundal Will Take on Challengers at Amsterdam Tonight To Raise Funds for Ginky’s Family

International Pool Stars Mika Immonen, Rodney Morris & Raj Hundal Will Take on Challengers at Amsterdam Tonight To Raise Funds for Ginky’s Family

While well over 2,000 people were in Valley Forge over the past four days to compete and enjoy the festivities at the Super Billiards Expo, … Continue reading

The Final Four Go Into Day Four in the Diamond Open 10-Ball Pro Players Championships

The Final Four Go Into Day Four in the Diamond Open 10-Ball Pro Players Championships

DAY THREE AT THE SUPER BILLIARDS EXPO By NYC Grind Contributor, Geoff Conway Ralf Souquet and Robbie Saez emerged as the last two players standing … Continue reading

The Final Four Players in the Winner’s Bracket Go to Battle in the Diamond Pro Players 10-Ball Championship

The Final Four Players in the Winner’s Bracket Go to Battle in the Diamond Pro Players 10-Ball Championship

In the Diamond Open 10-Ball Pro Players Championships, we are now entering the final rounds of Day 3 here in Valley Forge.  There are now … Continue reading

2011 Super Billiards Expo In Full Swing in Valley Forge!

2011 Super Billiards Expo In Full Swing in Valley Forge!

The 2011 Allen Hopkins’ Super Billiards Expo is off to the running as we are halfway through Day 2 here in Valley Forge, PA. This … Continue reading

Billiards Instruction – CueTips #56: Getting a Grip on Speed Control, Part 2

Billiards Instruction – CueTips #56: Getting a Grip on Speed Control, Part 2

By NYC Grind Contributor, Mark Finkelstein Last time we looked at how to develop a feel for how far the balls roll.  (Click here to read … Continue reading

NYC Loses One of The Greatest in the Game, George “Ginky” San Souci

NYC Loses One of The Greatest in the Game, George “Ginky” San Souci

All of us at NYCgrind.com are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of legendary New York player George “Ginky” SanSouci yesterday, March 8th, … Continue reading

Johnny Archer and Earl Strickland Set to Battle in the First-Ever Bad Blood Challenge Match

Johnny Archer and Earl Strickland Set to Battle in the First-Ever Bad Blood Challenge Match

Two of the most legendary living icons in pool, Hall of Famers Earl “The Pearl” Strickland and Johnny “The Scorpion” Archer, are set to face … Continue reading

Bogie Uzdejczyk & Ra Hanna are Victorious in the Tri-State Tour at Castle Billiards

Bogie Uzdejczyk & Ra Hanna are Victorious in the Tri-State Tour at Castle Billiards

The Tri-State Tour’s first stop of the month was held on Saturday, March 5th, and hosted by Castle Billiards in East Rutherford, NJ.  This B/C/D … Continue reading

“The Iceman” Mika Immonen Storms the Masters 10-Ball as the Undefeated Champion

“The Iceman” Mika Immonen Storms the Masters 10-Ball as the Undefeated Champion

By NYC Grind Contributor Geoff Conway “Pool Junkie” On Saturday midday at the Masters 10-Ball Championships, the Accu-Stats crew were making their final adjustments to … Continue reading

Only Four Players Remain to Fight for the Masters 10-Ball Title

Only Four Players Remain to Fight for the Masters 10-Ball Title

By NYC Grind Contributor Geoff Conway “Pool Junkie” Friday saw the field move down to the last four players on the winner’s side, and the … Continue reading

Eddie Abraham Goes Undefeated in the Mezz Tour at Drexeline Billiards

Eddie Abraham Goes Undefeated in the Mezz Tour at Drexeline Billiards

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour’s second stop of the season was hosted by Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA on Sunday February 27th.  A number of … Continue reading

Tony Liang Becomes the 2011 Empire State Amateur Champion while Frankie Hernandez Takes Sunday’s Open/Pro 10-Ball

Tony Liang Becomes the 2011 Empire State Amateur Champion while Frankie Hernandez Takes Sunday’s Open/Pro 10-Ball

By NYC Grind Contributor, Alison M. Fischer The 2nd Annual Predator Tour Empire State Amateur Championships was held on February 26-27, 2011 at Raxx Pool … Continue reading

Day Three Surprises at The Masters 10-Ball in Chesapeake on Thursday, March 3

Day Three Surprises at The Masters 10-Ball in Chesapeake on Thursday, March 3

By NYC Grind Contributor Geoff Conway “Pool Junkie” 1pm THURSDAY - LOSER’S SIDE  MATCHES Day three saw plenty of excitement at the Masters 10-Ball Championship at the … Continue reading

Billiards Instruction – CueTips #55: Getting a Grip on Speed Control, Part 1

Billiards Instruction – CueTips #55: Getting a Grip on Speed Control, Part 1

By NYC Grind Contributor, Mark Finkelstein Last month we looked at some drills and ideas to improve our stroke.  This month I’d like to look … Continue reading