Author: Mike Fieldhammer

  • IPT woes…

    Well, there is quite a stir about the “postponed” tournaments and reduced prize money. I’ve put on quite a few miles chasing tournaments. I’m feeling rather pessimistic about the International Pool Tour at this time.

  • IPT Qualifier

    I came in 3rd yesterday. One short of qualifying for the IPT 2007 Tour Qualifier to be held in December at the Wynn in Las Vegas. David Broxson and Rick Howard got the top 2 spots.

  • The Ghost Ball. Introduction to aiming part 1

    Most people spend years struggling to play pool without an effective understanding of how to aim. Aiming is often overlooked in the world of pool filled with fancy shots. However, successful pool requires incorporating an effective aiming method on every shot. Aiming incorrectly is the most common reason that people miss a pool shot. So…

  • “Perk at Play” segment for KARE 11 news

    I was asked to help out on a sports segment by Eric Perkins last Tuesday. He ran around Peters Billiards for an hour and through the wonders of editing made an entertaining segment for his “Perk at Play” piece that aired later that night. Some screen shots: See the segment here: Video Clip http://www.kare11.com/sports/perkatplay/perk_article.aspx?storyid=136570