Hundal, Hohmann Win First RoundIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 5 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=19)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)When asked how he felt about the rest of the day, he said, I feel good because I just creeped in the backdoor yesterday in the most naughtiest of ways possible. But Im here, Im here to play, starting off the day real good, just beat a good friend of mine eight-two, you knowone of the worlds most greatest players, Rodney Morris, you cant ask for anymore.
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Hundal, Hohmann Win First Round
July 27th, 2006Heartbreak and Elation in Wednesdays Last Round
July 26th, 2006Heartbreak and Elation in Wednesdays Last RoundIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 4 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/index.php?cat=14&page=5)Shannon Elizabeth image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=18)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)Afterward, Strickland said, We were tied for a while, then I hit him with a little flurry. The eight rolled off on him, I thought he should have shot it harder so it didnt roll off but the ball before that, when he shot the two, it boingd. But he missed the eight ball to lose the match seven-seven. It was really a hard match, but it should never have been that close.
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Surprises Pepper 5:30 p.m. Rounds
July 26th, 2006Surprises Pepper 5:30 p.m. RoundsIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 4 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/index.php?cat=14&page=5)Shannon Elizabeth image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=18)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)The match went goodI played a lot better, and I think I finally found what I was doing wrong from the previous days. Basically, I come from an English pool background where there is a lot of snooker cue actionits a lot more mechanic, if you like. I was missing a lot of balls and was playing only thirty percent of my game, so I went back to the old way and started it this morning.Will he advance? I am finished todayIve won one out of four. I think if the right things happen I can sneak in. I feel alright overall, just a bit disappointed. Depending on the 8:00 p.m. round, Bustamante may or may not advance, as he only has one win today.
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Martinez Continues on Winning Streak
July 26th, 2006Martinez Continues on Winning StreakIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 4 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/index.php?cat=14&page=5)Shannon Elizabeth image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=18)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)When asked how he felt about the rest of the day he added, I dont think like that, I think only to do my best and go one match at a time. It would be unrealistic if I said I would win it all. Nobody knows for sure Im just trying to play better every match. I havent played for a whileI took a few years off. His hiatus from the game has not appeared to affect Martinez much as yet.Rodolfo Boy Samson Luat lost a hill-hill battle with former World All-Around champion Larry Nevel, but his countryman Efren Reyes bested Gary Abood 8-6 in a rather long match that had spectators cheering and applauding for The Magician.
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Shannon Elizabeth at the IPT North American Open 8-Ball Championship
July 26th, 2006Shannon Elizabeth at the IPT North American Open 8-Ball ChampionshipIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 4 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/index.php?cat=14&page=5)Shannon Elizabeth image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=18)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)Thorsten Hohmann suffered a lost in the 12:30 p.m. rounds against Russias Evgeny Stalev. After Hohmanns first-round 8-2 victory over Sam Monday, Hohmann said, Well, that wasnt my best match. I had three break and run-outs, which was better than yesterday. I think he was the weakest playing in our group and its a good start at one-nill. Im feeling confident and looking forward to playing my matches.Americans Dennis Hatch lost his first match of the day, which was against Yannick Beaufils, 8-3, while John Mr. 400 Schmidt lost a hill-hill battle too Sandor Tot of Serbia. Also, Rocket Rodney Morris lost to Vilmos Foldes 8-4. Earl Strickland is undefeated for the day so far, having won his first match against Gary Abood 8-5.
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Europeans Going Strong in Round 3
July 26th, 2006Europeans Going Strong in Round 3IPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 4 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/index.php?cat=14&page=5)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)When asked about who he felt the strongest player was in his group, Souquet answered, Probably Shawn Putnam. No, actually Dennis Hatch is in that group too. We have a pretty sporty group there. Johl Younger is a good player, finished fifth in the World Championships several years ago, and then he quit playing for a while, and now hes back. Not too many people know him, but I know him quite well, and hes always capable. I didnt know Yannick before. In total, the group, maybe from the names not as big as many people thing, but I think its a very strong group.
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Day 3 in the Books at IPT North American 8-Ball Open Championship
July 25th, 2006Day 3 in the Books at IPT North American 8-Ball Open ChampionshipRound 3 AnnouncedIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 3 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=16)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)Mike Sigel did not advance to Wednesdays rounds. He had a chance, but it came down to between him and Marko Lohtander. Sigel lost to Marlon Manalo 8-5, while Lohtander defeated Wayne Catledge 8-3. I didn’t get out when I should have, Sigel explained afterward. I had plenty of chances. I missed the nineI got careless, I missed the eight. I can’t believe it didnt go in. I had plenty of chancesthere is no excuse. Im not comfortable playing on the tablesthats it.
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Tuesday’s Moment of Truth
July 25th, 2006Tuesday’s Moment of TruthIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 3 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=16)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)Hollands Nick Van den Berg was awarded a match 8-0 when his opponent Greg Hogue failed to show up. Hogue won a pre-qualifier and then won the qualifier for this eventon the first day, he had three out of four wins, but today his record was 0-3 when he forfeited his fourth-round match. Hogue also failed to show up for his match against David Matlock and is now eliminated.Van den Berg commented, I played two days ago and won all four matches, but I didnt sleep too well last night. Im feeling better now that I have made it to the next stage, and Im getting more comfortable.
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Mixed Emotions Dominate After Third Round
July 25th, 2006Mixed Emotions Dominate After Third RoundIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 3 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=16)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)On the flip side, Shawn Putnam won 8-4 over Rodolfo Luat and exclaimed, The day is going greatIve got two Filipinos in my bracket and I chopped up both of them. Im three and oh. Now Im playing good, seeing my patterns better. Ive got my mixture right of my energy pills, Mountain Dew, energy drinks, and bananas. Best thing is you play all day long and thats when you see peoples games shine, when they play all day thats what you want when youre shooting good.
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John Salley Visits the North American Open 8-Ball Championship
July 25th, 2006John Salley Visits the North American Open 8-Ball ChampionshipIPT discussion forum (/forums/index.php)Day 3 image gallery (/pool_billiard_photos/thumbnails.php?album=16)Match schedule (/ipt-north-american-8-ball-championship-tournament-/content/view/3729/102/)
