The Tale of Texas Pool

What a fantastic job putting this movie together. Enjoyed watching the show about Texas pool and pool in general. It was good from beginning to end. Enjoyed all the stories. And the story about James Davis Jr was incredible. I couldn't stop watching. Enjoyed Input from James Davis Sr. Bob Vanover was a longtime friend. Played a lot of pool with Bob and celebrated my 30th birthday with Bob in Dallas. The cake said I scratched 30 in Texas. I played with him in the first pro tournament he played in Toledo, Ohio. It was a World Straight Pool Tournament. His second match he ran over a 100 balls. I knew then he was the real deal.

Wow. Incredible movie from start to finish. It made the whole family feel every emotion possible in a movie. We laughed, we cried, we were overjoyed with the sports comeback story. We laughed some more.

I loved the way the movie tells the story by just using the interviews to craft the plot and transition from topic to topic. There is no narrator. Just pool hustlers being interviewed. The editing is first notch.

The characters in this movie are legendary and authentic. The probelm with most sports movies, especially about pool, is they are contrived. All the stories in this are real and authentic and just pop off the screen. Can't wait to watch again. Bravo !!!!

If this documentary isn't a 9 ball on the snap, it certainly is a great break and run of a movie! It covers the past history of the Texas Open and some of its current Texas pool players. Tons for great stories told by some of the older and current pool players. Absolutely worth a watch for hardcore pool players, new players and everything in between. Some of the stories had me tearing from laughter, and some of the one-liners after a story really delivered the punchline home. Love what Kevin has put together with this movie and the new Texas Billiards Hall of Fame, can't wait for any future follow up shots that he has planned on his future endeavors.

What an awesome documentary of Texas pool. A San Antonio native who loves pool and this took a deeper dive into the game of billiards. From Texas Football you can't forget about pool. Big stakes, Tournament history and the legends all in one video. The game unites family making new friends and building lifetime memories. I hope this video reaches the world's eyes to come visit Texas and see the rich culture of this game. This game is growing more each day and proud of the pool community on doing its best to help businesses grow also. My son has been playing since he was 12 and I'm sure he's ready to witness this great documentary.

As a truck driver, pool enthusiast, and advocate for inspiring the next generation of players, The Tale of Texas Pool resonated deeply with me. It's not an action-packed blockbuster, but rather a heartfelt documentary that captures the essence of what makes pool such a beautiful and enduring game.

The film highlights the rich history and culture of billiards in Texas, centering around the legendary Nineball Texas Open at Skinny Bob's. It's more than a tournament-it's a tradition, a celebration of talent and passion, and a beacon for the pool community. Watching it, you can't help but feel inspired to pick up a cue and aim for greatness, no matter where you are in your pool journey.

This isn't just a film; it's a reminder of the importance of preserving and growing our sport for future generations. If you're looking for inspiration, make sure to check out the Nineball Texas Open and discover why Skinny Bob's is a sacred ground for pool lovers everywhere.