#interview

Sep 15, 20193 min read

Interview with Charles Lakey August 2019 ~ by Troy Garten

The internet sensation Charles Lakey is a growing name in pool halls around the world. Charles has joined the legendary fame of trick...

Apr 16, 20191 min read

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Interview with Florian Kohler(Venom) ~ by Brian Pauley

When people think of trick shot artists, a few names come to mind. Mike Massey and Tom Rossman are names that people immediately think...

Joshua Carter’s- Arkansas Upcoming Jr Talent Rising to the Top ~Michael Shields

May 29, 20183 min read

Juniors

Joshua Carter’s- Arkansas Upcoming Jr Talent Rising to the Top ~Michael Shields

I loved working with Joshua and learning about him and his game. He will soon be moving to my home state so I look forward to meeting,...

Mafia Mike’s Review- Florida Pool Players Oasis ~ Patrick Sampey

May 29, 20184 min read

SPM Stories

Mafia Mike’s Review- Florida Pool Players Oasis ~ Patrick Sampey

Mafia Mike’s pool hall is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars on Google — but I rate it a 5. It’s a small place, but has a big feel at 2700 square...

Apr 23, 20163 min read

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Marc Dionne Interview

I caught up with New England 9 Ball Series tournament director Marc Dionne at the 10th annual memorial tournament for his father Robert...

Mar 21, 20164 min read

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Lukas Fracasso-Verner. ~ Katie Fiorilla {Interview}

If you play pool competitively in the Northeast area there is a good chance that you have seen the 14- year-old B player Lukas...

Mar 18, 20162 min read

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Will “River” Burke. ~ William DeYonker {Interview}

Q: How many years have you been playing pool? A: I’ve been playing pool for 13 years but only serious about it for three. Q: Who are your...

Mar 8, 20163 min read

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Derrick Burnham. ~ Katie Fiorilla

I first met Derrick Burnham at a New England 9-Ball Series Tour stop event as he was running racks. Many players can run a rack, but...

Dec 14, 20152 min read

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Brian Pauley. ~ Kevin Brown {Interview}

Kevin Brown: When did you start doing artistic pool and who was your influence? Brian Pauley: I started doing artistic pool about a year...

Jun 9, 20153 min read

Rolling Into The Blue

Greg Hogue. ~ Missy Moran Capestrain

When asked where he wanted to be in ten years, Greg Hogue chuckled then said “Hopefully still above ground.” At 38, this divorced father...

Apr 11, 20151 min read

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Presenting, Garret Troop. ~ Serena Black

Here’s something new! Serena Black recently conducted an interview with Garret Troop—founder of Sneaky Pete Mafia—and transformed it into...

Jan 16, 20154 min read

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Samm Diep-Vidal, Director Of The BEF. ~Serena Black {Interview}

Serena Black: How long have you worked for the Billiards Education Foundation? Samm Diep-Vidal: I have worked for the BEF for two and a...

Dec 20, 20144 min read

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Interview with Matt Krah: Number 1 Ranked on Mezz Tour. ~ “Mighty” Joe Young

Joseph Young had the chance to sit down and interview Matt Krah, who is ranked number 27th men’s professional and number one ranked on...

How a Broken Cue Led to a Fantastic Company: JB Cases. ~ Jacqueline Karol

Dec 17, 20142 min read

Equipment

How a Broken Cue Led to a Fantastic Company: JB Cases. ~ Jacqueline Karol

John Barton was walking down the street and his cue fell out of his case and broke! He repaired it by hand and thought, “a case should...

Shawn Gainey And Gainey Q’s. ~Hannah Blue {Interview}

Nov 18, 20145 min read

Equipment

Shawn Gainey And Gainey Q’s. ~Hannah Blue {Interview}

I interviewed Shawn Gainey—founder of Gainey Q’s—last week, and it was an absolute delight. Shawn’s buttery southern accent makes it...

Nov 2, 20143 min read

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Heather Kurtz and Pool Passion. ~Hannah Blue {Interview}

Heather Kurtz got her introduction to pool in Levittown NY when she was a teenager. While hanging around a local pool hall with her...

Oct 31, 20149 min read

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Interview with Emily Duddy. ~ Joe Young

Every player would agree that pool needs all the help it can get. From manufacturers to retailers, from leagues to professional...

Mark Wilson: Man of Honor & Ambassador of Billiards. ~ Patrick Sampey

Sep 13, 20146 min read

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Mark Wilson: Man of Honor & Ambassador of Billiards. ~ Patrick Sampey

Wilson: Changing the Game Mark Wilson—the current 2014 team USA Mosconi Cup captain—is a class act in the game of pocket billiards. He is...

Sep 12, 20144 min read

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Kelly Isaac: When One Championship Isn’t Enough. ~ Meagan Krafjack {Interview}

At 17, Kelly Isaac became enthralled with watching patrons of a local hall shoot pool. She observed their games intently—studying their...

Break & Run with Jaared Arosemena: Earl “The Pearl” Strickland. ~ Jaared Arosemena

Sep 4, 20141 min read

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Break & Run with Jaared Arosemena: Earl “The Pearl” Strickland. ~ Jaared Arosemena

Here is a brand new segment for Sneaky Pete Mafia entitled Break & Run with Jaared Arosemena! My guest: the legendary Hall of Famer and...