Mezz Cues presents the Mezz Pro-Am 9-Ball Tour

Megan Smith and runner up Briana Miller

Women's Circuit Stop #7: Megan Smith is the 2010 Maryland State Champion

The Women Maryland State 10 Ball championship was held at Champion Billiard Café Saturday November 6th, Players like Denise Reeve, Patti Jakusz, Eugenia Gyftopoulos, Nicole Vincent, Linda Shea, Briana Miller, and Megan Smith.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Briana Miller with wins over Patti Jakusz 7-1, Nicole Vincent 7-1 Leading the bottom half of the was Linda Shea with wins over Eugenia Gyftopoulos 7-4, Megan Smith 7-5. Playing for the hot seat was Briana Miller Vs Linda Shea this was a good match with Miller pulling away late in the match to win 7-4 and sending Shea to the one lost side.

Making a move on the one lost side was Megan Smith after losing to Linda Shea she went on to beat Patti Jakusz 6-5, Nicole Vincent 6-3, and Linda Shea 6-5 to get to the finals. In the finals it was Megan Smith Vs Briana Miller this was one race to 7, this was a one sided match when it was all said and done it was Megan Smith coming away with the win 7-2 . I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Magan Smith $300
2nd Briana Miller $150
3rd Linda Shea $75

L-R Winner Brett Stottemyer, owner Gary Conover and Second place finisher Manny Chau

Open Circuit Mezz Pro-Am Championship: Stottlemyer wins Mezz Championship

The Mezz Pro-Am Championships was hosted by Atlantic City Billiard club on Jan 15th & 16th. A strong field of 53 players came out to play. Players like Matt Krah, Wali Muhammad, Bruce Nagle, Manny Chau, Rob
Pole, Josh Brothers, Brett Stottlemyer, Derek Schwager, Randy schwager, Sean Morgan, Oscar Bonilla, Phil Wines, Mike Miller, Trenton Marty Ciccia, Denise Reeve Sharon O’Hanlon, Diana Rojas, and Sandi Patarino to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Brett Stotlemyer with wins over Trenton Marty Ciccia 9-2, Randy Schwager 9-5, Soner Bulut 9-2, Joey Testa, 9-4, and Phil Wines 9-7. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Manny Chau with wins over Bill Smith Jr. 9-5, Michael Prasents 9-6, Jim O’Hara 9-4, Rob Pole 9-7, and Eddie Abraham 9-6.

Playing of the hot seat was Brett Stottlemyer Vs Manny Chau this was a great match that went hill hill when it was all said and done it was Brett Stottlemyer coming away with the win 9-8 and sending Manny Chau to the one lost side. Making their way through the one lost side was Matt Krah after losing his first match to Bruce Nagle 9-6 Matt Krah went on a winning streak with wins over Randy Schwager 7-6, Joe Hong 7-3, Jim O’Hara 7-1, Jeremy Sossei 7-5, Josh Brothers 7-5, Joey Testa 7-5, Eddie Abraham 7-6, Rob Pole 7-2 before running into Manny Chau this was a one sided match with Manny Chau winning 7-3 to get to the finals. I also would like to acknowledge Sandi Patarino for having a great tournament and coming in 13th place and being top C/D player.

In the finals it was Manny Chau Vs Brett Stottlemyer, Manny Chau has to beat Brett Stottlemyer twice to win the event. In the first set it was Manny Chau pulling off the win 9-5, but the second set it was all Brett Stottlemyer with a 7-5 win and the 2010 Mezz Pro-Am Champion.I like to thank Mezz Cues for Sponsoring the Tour and Billiards Life, Black Boar, Dan DeCola Custom Cues, JAB Production, Run Out, Allen Hopkins Super Expo, RJH Custom Cues, Stealth Cues, Bullseye Security Systems, Inside Pool Magazine, AZ Billiards, Billiards Digest, NYC Grind. I also would like to thank all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Brett Stottlemyer $1450 plus US Open Slot
2nd Manny Chau $1000 Plus US Open Slot
3rd Matt Krah $430 Plus US Open
Slot
4th Rob Pole $300
5th/6th Phil Wines/Eddie Abraham $200
7th/8th Joey Testa/Sean Morgan $150
9th-12th Wali Muhammad/Josh Brothers/Bruce Nagle/OscarBonilla $100

Top C/D Player Sandi Patarino & Bob Burt Slots to Valley Forge Super Billiard EXPO

L-R Joey Testa, owner John and Josh brothers

Stop #33: Testa and Brothers Co-Champions at Hot Shot Billiards

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Hot Shot Billiards in Deptford NJ on Sunday December 19th. Special thanks to the staff of Hot Shot Billiards for their wonderful job with the event. A strong field came out to play players like Joey Testa, Josh Brothers, Mike Miller, Michael Wong, Bob Madara, Trenton Marty Ciccia and Matt Krah.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Joey Testa with wins over John Greshock 7-1, Carl Khan 7-3, and Evan Bostron 7-6. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Josh Brothers with wins over Jay Brotherton 7-2, Phil Wines 7-6 and Michael Wong 7-3.

Playing for the hot set was Joey Testa Vs Josh Brothers this was a great match that went back and forth when it was all said and done it was Joey Testa coming away with the win 7-5 and sending Brothers to the one lost side.

Waiting for Josh Brothers on the one lost side was Mike Miller this was a one way match with Josh Brothers taking control of the match from the start winning easily 7-0 to get to the finals. In the finals Joey Testa and Josh Brothers decided to become co-champion. Matt Krah would like to thank his new sponsor Wes Bond and Lucasi Hybrid from Cue & Case. I would like to thank all the sponsors and the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Joey Testa $470
1st Josh Brothers $470
3rd Mike Miller $225
4th Michael Wong $100
5th Evan Brostron $50
5th Bob Madara $50

L-R 3rd Place Joey Testa Owner Ed Liddawi and Co-Champion Matt Krah

Stop #32: Krah and Abraham Co-Champions at Sandcastle

Mezz Pro-Am made its way to Edison Nj to Sandcastle Billiards Sunday December 12th. Special thanks to Ed Liddawi owner of Sandcastle Billiards for hosting the event. A great field came out to play players like: Eddie Abraham, Matt Krah, Manny Chau, Jeremy Sossei, Mike Mille and John Spencer to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins over Roger Perkins 7-1, Shaun Dobson 7-6, and Joey Testa 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Eddie Abraham with wins over Dan Cintron 7-3, Manny Chau 7-5, and John Spencer 7-2. Playing for the hot seat was Matt Krah and Eddie Abraham this was a great match that went double hill when it was all said and done it was Matt Krah coming away with the win 7-6 and sending Abraham to the one lost side. Waiting for Abraham on the one lost side was Joey Testa, this match was all Abraham from the start winning easily 7-2 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Eddie Abraham vs Matt Krah, Eddie Abraham has to beat Matt Krah twice to win the event. Both players decided to be co-champions, Joey testa would like to thank his sponsor Gary Conover owner of Atlantic City Billiard Club, where Joey Testa is the house pro. I would like to thank the Sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Matt Krah $550
1st Eddie Abraham $550
3rd Joey Testa $250
4th Mike Miller $120
5th Manny Chau $70
5th John Smith $70

L-R 2nd Pace Eddie Abraham owner Bob Maidhof and Winner Josh Brothers

Stop #31: Brothers Goes Undefeated at Drexeline

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Drexeline Billiards Drexel Hill Pa Sunday December 5th. Special thanks to Bob Maidhof for hosting the event. A strong field came out to play, players like: Josh Brothers, Eddie Abraham, Danny Basavich, Bruce Nagle, Tony Long, Ryan McCreesh, Clint Clayton, and Randy Schwager.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Eddie Abraham with wins over Dan McGinnis 7-3, Chris Riley 7-3, Tony Long 7-2, and Clint Clayton 7-3. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Josh Brothers with wins over John Marabito 7-5, Lou Patrikios 7-2, John Greshock 7-3 and Danny Basavich 7-2.

Playing for the hot seat was Josh Brothers Vs Eddie Abraham this match was a one sided with Josh Brothers taking control of the match from the start winning easily 7-2 and sending Abraham to the one lost side. Waiting for Eddie Abraham on the one lost side was Tony Long this was a great match that went double hill hill with Abraham winning 7-6 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Eddie Abraham Vs Josh Brothers, Abraham has to beat Brothers twice to win the event. Once again it was Josh Brothers taking control from the start winning the match 7-2 and the event. I would like to thank all the sponsor and the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Josh Brothers $835
2nd Eddie Abraham $620
3rd Tony Long $255
4th Clint Clayton $150
5th Bruce Nagle $120
Danny Basavich $120
7th Ryan McCreesh $80
Lou Patrikios $80

L-R Winner Mark Pantovic, 2nd place Jorge Rodriquez, and 3rd place Daniel Smith

Stop #30: Triple Split at Skyline

Mezz Pro-Am tour made its way to Skyline Billiards on Sunday November 28th. Special thanks to Rob Pole and Sammy Wu for hosting the event. A strong field came out to play, players like Mark Pantovic, Jorge Rodriquez, Daniel Smith, Manny Chau, and Matt Krah to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Jorge Rodriquez with wins over Harry Lau 7-3, Gregg McAndrews 7-3, Wali Muhammad 7-6 and Eddie Vasquez 7-0. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Mark Pantovic with wins over Ben Castoneros 7-3, Aex Osipov 7-3, Daniel Smith 7-4, Rob Pole 7-6.

Playing for the hot seat was Jorge Rodriquez Vs Mark Pantovic, this was a great match with Pantovic pulling it off late in the match winning 7-6 and sending Rodriquez to the one lost side. Making his move from the one lost side was Daniel Smith with wins over Tamara Rademakers 7-3, Manny Chau 7-3, Pete Vasquez 7-2, and Rob Pole 7-5.

Daniel Smith, Jorge Rodriquez, and Mark Pantovic decided to split the money and call it an early night. I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Mark Pantovic $500
2nd Jorge Rodriquez $400
3rd Daniel Smith $400
4th Rob Pole $150
5th Pete Vasquez $100
Matt Krah $100
7th Manny Chau $50
Alex Gilvary $50

L-R Mike Miller, Josh Brothers, Victor Nau, and owner John Trobiano

Stop #29: Mike Miller Dominates at Castle

Mezz Pro- Am tour made its way to Castle Billiards in East Rutherford NJ on Sunday Nov. 21st. A Strong field came out to play, players like: Mike Miller, Josh Brothers, Manny Chau, Jeremy Sossei, Victor Nau, Matt Krah, and Scott Simonetti. Special thanks to John Trobiano and his wonderful staff for hosting the event.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Mike Miler with wins over Spanky Kaba 7-6, John Trobiano 7-2, Shaun Dobson 7-2, and Jeremy Sossei 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket Josh Brothers with wins over Frankie Ramos 7-4, Tippy 7-0, Matt Krah 7-4, Victor Nau 7-3. Playing for the hot seat was Mike Miller VS Josh Brothers this was a great match that went hill hill when it was all said and done it was Mike Miller winning 7-6 and sending Brothers to the one lost side. Waiting for Josh Brothers on the one lost was Victor Nau this too was a great match that went hill hill with Josh Brothers coming away with the win 7-6.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers VS Mike Miller, Brothers has to beat Miller twice to win the event. It never got to that Mike Miller dominated from the start winning easily 7-2. I would like to thank all the sponsors and the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Mike Miller $872
2nd Josh Brothers $550
3rd Victor Nau $450
4th Manny Chau $200
5th Jeremy Sossei $100
Brian Hunter $100
7th Matt Krah $80
Shaun Dobson $80

L-R Winner Spanky Kaba, Josh Brothers, Bob Guerra,
and Mike Watson

Stop #28: Spanky Goes Undefeated at Rockaway

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Rockaway Billiards in Rockaway Nj on Sunday November 14th. Thanks to Bob Guerra and his wonderful staff for hosting the event. Players like Josh Brothers, Mike Miller, Spanky Kaba, Bob Guerra, Mike Watson, Carl Khan, Wali Muhammad were a few players that came out to play.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Bob Guerra with wins over Carl Khan 7-2, Jay Brotherton 7-5, and Mike Watson 7-6. Leading the way on the bottom half of the bracket was Spanky Kaba with wins over DevilDave 7-2, Mike Miller 7-5, and Josh Brothers 7-3.

Playing for the hot seat was Spanky Kaba Vs Bob Guerra this was a great match that had Guerra winning 6-3 only to see Spank come back and steal the match on the hill 7-6 and sending Guerra to the one lost side.
Waiting for Bob Guerra on the one lost side was Josh Brothers this match was one side with Josh Brothers winning easily 7-3 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers Vs Spanky Kaba, Brothers has to beat Spanky twice to win the event, this never got to the second set the day belonged to SpankyKaba as he went on to beat Brothers 7-5. I would like to thank all our sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Spanky Kaba $670
2nd Josh Brothers $400
3rd Bob Guerra $120
4th Mike Watson $80

Winner Josh Brothers and runner up Mike Sigel

Stop #27: Brothers Holds Off Sigal Comeback to Become 2010 Maryland State Champion

Maryland State men 10 Ball Championships was held at Champion Billiards café on Saturday November 6, 2010. A strong field came out to play, Players like Michael Wilson, Bob Madara, Josh Brothers, Mike Sigel,
Adam Kielar, Matt Krah, Manny Chau, Bruce Nagle and Kevin West to name a few.

Leading the top half of the was Adam Kielar with wins over Brett Stottlemyer 7-5, Kaloyan Rusannov 7-5, Josh Brothers forfeits so Adam Kielar wins. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Mike Sigel with wins over Dan Madded 7-1, Jose Burgos 7-1, Kevin West 7-4, and Manny Chau 7-6.

Playing for the hot seat was Adam Kiear Vs Mike Sigel this was a good match with Sigel pulling away late to win easily 7-4 and send Adam Kielar to the one lost side. Making his move on the one lost side was Josh Brothers after showing up late and being forfeited by tournament director Jose Burgos , Josh Brothers went on a tear beating Brett Stottlemyer 7-5, Matt Krah 7-4, and Adam Kielar 7-4 toget to the finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers Vs Mike Sigel this match is one race to seven, Sigel took an early 3-0, Josh Brothers came back by winning the next 6 games to take a 6-3 lead, Mike Sigel won the next 2 games to
make it 6-5, but it was all Josh Brothers putting on a show on the last rack to winning the Maryland State 10 Ball Championship. I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players that came to play. Josh
would like to thank his sponsor Dan DeCola.

Complete Payouts:

1st Josh Brothers $1100
2nd Mike Sigel $625
3rd Adam Kielar $300
4th Matt Krah $200
5th Brett Stottlemyer $150
5th Manny Chau $150
7th Kevin West $100
7th Ryan McCreesh $100

2nd place finisher Mike Miller, owner Scott Murphy, winner Oscar Bonilla

Stop #26: Bonilla Defends His Home Turf

Mezz Pro-Am tour made its way to Mr. Cue Billiards in Lindenhurst NY Sunday October 31st. Special thanks to Scott Murphy for hosting the event . A strong field came out to play, players Oscar Bonilla, Mike Miller, Josh Brothers , and Scott Murphy to name a few.

Leading the top have of the bracket was Oscar Bonilla with wins over Bill Gallagher 7-4, and Victor Nau 7-3. Leading the bottom was Mike Miller with wins over Jose Burgos 7-3, Snooky 7-3, and Pete Tascarella Jr. 7-4. Playing for the hot was Mike Miller vs Oscar Bonilla, this was a great match with Oscar Bonilla pulling away with a 7-4 win sending Mike Miller to the one lost side.

Making his move on the one lost side was Josh Brothers with wins over Erin McManus 7-0, Bill Gallagher 7-1, Pete Tascarea Jr. 7-2, and Scott Muphy 7-5 but it all came to an end when Mike Miller beat Josh Brothers 7-4 to get back to the finals.

In the finals it was a rematch between Mike Miller Vs Oscar Bonilla, Miller has to beat Bonilla twice to win the event. The first set was all Mike Miller winning easily 7-4 but in the second set it was Oscar Bonilla keeping it together pulling out the win 7-5 and winning the event.

I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Oscar Bonilla $450
2nd Mike Miller $255
3rd Josh Brothers $150
4th Scott Murphy

Co-Champion Borana Andoni, 3rd place finisher Gina Kim, owner Scott Murphy, Co-Champion Caroline Pao

Women's Circuit - Stop #6: Pao and Andoni Co-Champions at Mr. Cue

Mezz women tour made its way to Mr. Cue Billiards in Lindenhurst NY on Oct 30th. Special thanks to Scott Murphy for hosting the event, A strong but small field came out to play. Players like Caroline Pao, Borana Andoni, Gina Kim, Theresa Intelisano, Kim Meyer,and Denise Reeve.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Borana Andoni with wins over Theresa Intelisano 7-1, and Denise Reeve 7-2. Eading the bottom half of the bracket was Caroline Pao with wins over Erin McManus 7-5, and Kim Myer 7-5. Playing for the hot seat was Caroline Pao Vs Borana Andoni, this was a great match that went hill hill but when it was all said and done it was Caroline Pao winning the match 7-6 sending Andoni to the one lost side.

Waiting for Borana Andoni on the one lost side was Gina Kim this match also was a great match but it was Andoni pulling away late in the match to win 7-5. In the finals it was Caroline Pao Vs Borana Andoni, this match did not take place Caroline and Borana decided to be co-champions.

I would like to thank all the sponsors for their ongoing support and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Caroline Pao $200
1st Borana Andoni $130
2nd Gina Kim $80
3rd Theresa Intelisano $50

Stop #25: Brothers Back in the Spotlight at Q-Ball

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Vineland NJ on Sunday Oct 10th. Special thanks to Jose Garcia for hosting the event. A strong field came out to play, players like Matt Krah, Josh Brothers, Manny Chau, Bill Gallagher, Eddie Abraham, Mike Miller and Sam Quinzi to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Josh Brothers with wins over Manny Chau 7-3, Wes Dobson 7-3, and Bill Gallagher 7-6. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Mike Miller with wins over Tom Gibbs 7-2, Sam Quinzi 7-2, and Eddie Abraham 7-2.

Playing for the hot seat was Mike Miller Vs Josh Brothers this was a great match with Josh Brothers pulling away late to win the match 7-5 and sending Miller to the one lost side. Waiting for Mike Miller on the one lost side was Manny Chau this too was a great match that went hill hill but it was Mike Miller coming away with the win 7-6.

In the finals it was Mike Miller Vs Josh Brother, Miller has to beat Brothers twice to win the event, in the first set it was Miller coming away with the win 7-4 in the second set it was all Josh Brothers with winning 7-5 and the event. I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Josh Brothers $740
2nd Mike Miller $400
3rd Manny Chau $185
4th Matt Krah $100
5th Bill Gallagher/Eddie Abraham $70

Women's Circuit - Stop #5: Pao, Geronimo and Flores Share the Victory

Mezz women tour made its way to Castle Billiards in East Rutherford Nj Saturday Oct 9th. A strong field came out to play. Players like Caroline Pao, Supadra Geronimo, Ann Flores, Yomaylin Feliz, Borana Andoni, Gina Kim to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Surpadra Geronimo with wins over Taryn K 7-3, Neslihon Gurel 7-6, Borana Andoni 7-6. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Caroline Pao with wins over Linda Cheung 7-3, Denise Reeve 7-4, Ann Flores 7-4.

Playing for the hot seat was Supadra Geronimo Vs Caroline Pao this was a great match that went hill hill with Caroline Pao coming away with the win 7-6. The top three girls which are friends decided to split the money and the points and called it an early night. I would like to thank all the sponsors and the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Caroline Pao $155
2nd Surpadra Geronimo $155
3rd Ann Flores $155
4th Yomaylin Feliz $25

Stop #24: Nagle Shuts Down Brothers at Drexeline

Mezz 9 Pro-Am Tour made its way to Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill PA On Sunday Oct 3rd. Special thanks to Bob Maidhof for hosting the event, a strong field came out to play players like: Josh Brothers , Matt Krah, Bruce Nagle, Denise Reeve, Joey Testa, Shaun Dobson to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Josh Brothers with wins over Tony Long 7-5, Lou Loupy Patrikios 7-2, Steve Shaw 7-6, and Bruce Nagle 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins over Michael Praseutsy 7-3, Bill Smith Jr. 7-2, and Shaun Dobson 7-4.

Playing for the hot seat was Matt Krah vs Josh Brothers, this match was all Josh Brothers winning to match easily 7-1, and sending Krah to the one lost side. Making his move on the one lost was Bruce Nagle with wins over Bill Smith Jr 7-3, Tony Long 7-5 and Matt Krah 7-5.

Before the finals there was a hoagie break contest Josh Brothers VS Jose Burgos, three breaks apiece but it only to Jose Burgos two breaks to beat Josh Brothers to become hoagie champion.

In the finals it was Bruce Nagle Vs Josh Bothers, Nagle would have to beat Brothers twice to win the event. The first set was all Nagle taking the lead early and never looking back winning easily 7-4, In the
second set was like the first with Nagle pulling away to win 7-4 and to win the event.

I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players for coming out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Bruce Nagle $750
2nd Josh Brothers $400
3rd Matt Krah $150
4th Tony Long $100
5th Bill Smith Jr./Shaun Dobson $70
Top C/D Denise Reeve $25

Stop #23: Chau and Testa Co-Champions at ACBC

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Atlantic City on Sunday September 26th. Special thanks to owner Gary Conover for hosting the event. A Strong field came out to play, Payer like: Manny Chau, Adam Keilar, Bill Smith Jr., Josh Brothers, Matt Krah, Danny Mastermaker, Eddie Abraham, Denise Reeve and Mike Miller to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Joey Testa with wins over Greg McAndrews 7-6, Scott Freeman 7-4, and Mike Miller. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Manny Chau with wins over A Toneli 7-5, Shaun Dobson 7-3, Bruce Nagle 7-6, Bill Smith Jr. 7-2.

Playing for the hot seat was Manny Chau vs Joey Testa this was a great match with Manny Chau pulling away late in the match to win 7-5 and sending Testa to the one lost side. Waiting for Teasta one the one lost side was Mike Miller, this too was a good match with Testa pulling away late to win 7-4.

In the finals it was Joey Testa Vs Manny Chau both players decide to be co-champions for the points. I like to thank all the sponsors and the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Manny Chau $900
Joey Testa $600
3rd Mike Miller $300
4th Danny Mastermaker $150
5th Josh Brothers / Bill Smith Jr. $100
7th Adam Kielar / Eddie Abraham $70

Stop #22: Sossei and Brothers Co-Champions at Drexeline

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill PA on Sunday September 19th. Special thanks to Bob Maidhof for hosting the event. A strong field came out to play players like: Eddie Abraham, Matt Krah, Adam Kielar, Joey Testa, Josh Brothers, Jeremy Sossei to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Joey Testa with wins over Tim Anderson 7-3, Sam Quinzi 7-2, Mike Miller 7-3, and Josh Brothers 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Jeremy Sossei with wins over Dominic Noe 7-5, Jose Cruz 7-2, Mark Ford 7-3, Bob Maidhof 7-2, and Shaun Dobson 7-5.

Playing for the hot seat was Joey Testa Vs Jeremy Sossei, this was a good match with Sossei pulling away late in the match to win 7-4 and sending Testa to the one lost side. Making the move from the one lost side was Josh Brothers with wins over Bob Maidhof 7-1, Mike Miller 7-6, and Joey Testa 7-5.

In the finals it was Jeremy Sossei Vs Josh Brothers, Sossei and Brothers decided to be co-champions. Thanks all the sponsors for their ongoing support and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Jeremy Sossei / Josh Brothers $645
3rd Joey Testa $400
4th Mike Miller $200
5th/6th Shaun Dobson / Bob Maidhof $150
7th/8th Bob Burt / Adam Kielar $100
9th-12th Dan Mcginnis, Dominic Noe, Chip Klein, Eddie Abraham $70

Women's Circuit - Stop #3: Miller and Kim Co-Champions at Main Line

Mezz Women tour made its way to Main Line Billiards in Frazer PA on Saturday September 18th. A small but strong field came out to play, special thanks to Mike Nardo owner of Main Line Billiards for hosting the event.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Yomaylin Feliz with wins over Grace Trump 7-2, and Samantha Miskevich 7-2, Leading the bottom half of the bracket Briana Miller with wins over Linda Cheung 7-4, Caroline Pao 7-3 Playing for the hot seat it was Yomaylin Feliz Vs Briana Miller, This was a great match that went hill, hill when it was all said and done it was the birthday girl Briana Miller winning 7-6 and sending Yomaylin Feliz to the one lost side.

Making the move on the one lost side was Gina Kim with wins over Linda Cheung 7-3, Samantha Miskevich 7-2, Caroline Pao 7-5. Then she ran into Yomaylin Feliz this too was a great match that went hill, hill with Gina Kim winning 7-6.

In the finals it was Briana Millier Vs Gina Kim, this match didn’t take place so no one got dominated nor just edged out a win, both players agreed to be co-champions for the points. I would like to thank all the sponsors and players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

T-1st Briana Miller $250
T-1st Gina Kim $125
3rd Yomaylin Feliz $50

Stop #21: Brothers Goes Undefeated at Main Line

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Main Line Billiards on Sunday September 12, 2010. I woud like to thank Mike Nardo owner of Main Line Billiards for hosting the event. A strong field that came out to play players like: Josh Brothers, Matt Krah, Manny Chau, Bruce Nagle, Rob Hart, Scott Freeman, and Joe DiPietro came out to play.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Josh Brothers with wins over Adbellatif Chamseddine 7-3, Derek Schwager 7-2, Shaun Dobson 7-3 and Manny Chau 7-2. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins Mark Steward 7-4, Samantha Miskevich 7-0, Don Steele 7-2, and Scott Freeman 7-3.

Playing for the hot seat was Matt Krah and JoshBrothers this was a one sided match with Josh Brothers winning easily 7-1 and sending Matt Krah to the one lost side. Waiting for Matt Krah on the one lost side was Manny Chau, this was a great match that went hill hiil when is was all said and done it was Matt Krah winning 7-6 to get back to the finals.

In the finals it was Matt Krah Vs Josh Brothers, MattKrah has to beat Josh Brothers to win the event.The first set was good but it was Josh Brothers pulling off the win 7-5 and the event. I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Josh Brothers $690
2nd Matt Krah $400
3rd Manny Chau $255
4th Rob Hart $150
5th/6th Al Tonelli / Scott Freeman $100

Women's Circuit - Stop #2: Pao & Hopkins Co-Champions at Main Line

On August 7th, 2010, the Mezz Women's 9-Ball Tour held its second stop of their inaugural season at Main Line Billiard Club in Frazer, PA. A field of thirteen players including top names such as Dawn Hopkins,
Megan Smith, Gina Kim-Lipsky, and Erin McManus were set to battle that Saturday.

Also among these top players was arguably the most impressive female junior player in the U.S., PA's Briana Miller. Former Junior World Champion and multiple Junior National Champion, Briana continues to
prove that she is a strong force at the table. In this event, Briana ran through to the hot seat match after defeating Sam Miskezich, Kathy Friend, and Erin McManus.

In the match for the hot seat, Briana faced Caroline Pao, who previously had wins over Eugena Gyftopoulos, Linda Cheung, and Dawn Hopkins. Caroline would then battle against Briana Miller, where she edged ahead to win 7-5 to guarantee a spot in the final.

After Dawn Hopkin's loss to Caroline Pao, she forged a comeback on the one-loss side, defeating Erin McManus and Gina Kim-Lipsky, before winning the semifinal against Briana Miller, 7-3. This set Dawn for a rematch against Caroline Pao, but the two WPBA pros decided to share the win.

Congratulations to winners Caroline Pao & Dawn Hopkins! Thanks to all the players who came out to compete in this event, as well as the host room, Main Line Billiards. Stop #3 on the Mezz Women's 9-ball Tour will be held on September 18, also at Main Line Billiards in Frazer, PA.

Complete Payouts:

1st: Caroline Pao, Dawn Hopkins $300
3rd: Briana Miller $100
4th: Gina Kim-Lipsky $60

Stop #20: Stevie Moore Repeats as the NYC 9-Ball Champion at Skyline Billiards

The Mezz Pro-Am 9-Ball Tour took the F train to Skyline Billiards, NY, which hosted the 5th Annual NYC 9-Ball Championships. The $3,000-added two-day event took place on August 28-29 at the popular Brooklyn pool room, owned by players Rob Pole & Sammy Wu. A field of 43 players including many of the top names came out to capture the coveted NY title. Click here to check out the photos from this event.

Top players included Tony Robles, Mike Davis, Mike Dechaine, "Ginky" George Sansouci, Eddie Abraham, Ronnie Wiseman, Brett Stottlemyer, Zion Zvi, Jeremy Sossei, Mike Fingers, Mike Miller, Manny Chau, and defending 2009 champion Stevie Moore.

Reigning champion Stevie Moore went through the field undefeated with wins over Eddie Vasquez 9-1, Michael Wong 9-6, Manny Chau 9-6, and Brett Stottlemeyer 9-1, setting up the feature match. Meeting Moore in
the match for the hot seat, Tony Robles had impressive wins over Rob Merklein 9-0, Ginky Sansouci 9-3 and Mike Davis 9-4.

In the match for the hot seat, Stevie Moore played determined to repeat as champion, with an dominant 9-4 win over Tony Robles, earning an undefeated spot in the finals.

Rising star pro Mike Dechaine was also strong in the winner's bracket, with wins over Jerry Tarantola 9-5, Marc Vidal 9-7, and Jorge Rodriguez 9-5, before losing to Stevie Moore 9-3 and Mike Davis 9-7. Although Mike wasn't on the top of his game, he played well enough to be a contender in this event.

On the one-loss side there were several strong players still fighting to grind back to the finals including Mike Davis, Mike Dechaine, Brett Stottlemeyer, Barry Banks, and Ginky. Meanwhile, Tony was waiting in the wings for a chance for a rematch with Stevie.

Top Detroit player Ronnie Wiseman was also impressive fighting through the one-loss side with wins over Sammy Wu 9-3, Gregg McAndrews 9-3, Sean Morgan 9-4, and Mike Fingers 9-7 before getting knocked out by Brett Stottlemyer 9-2.

Ginky was playing strong enough to win the event, but was edged out at hill-hill by Brett Stottlemyer, who put on a gritty performance. However, Brett was eventually ousted from the tournament hill-hill by Josh Brothers, leaving him with a strong 5th place finish.

However, the standout player on the one-loss side was emerging phenom Josh Brothers, who took wins over Ed Culhane 9-7, Eddie Abraham 9-7, Sean Morgan 9-8, Jeremy Sossei 9-6, and Mike Davis 9-8, which lined up
a semi-final match with Tony Robles. Tony knocked Josh over to the one-oss side earlier in the event, and Josh was looking forward to the rematch.

Josh Brothers was poised to win after keeping Tony in his seat for the first three games, leading 3-0 and continuing to lead the whole set. However, Tony showed a lot of grit was able to come from behind to win the set in hill-hill nail-biter. Tony's win over Josh set up a rematch in the finals between Tony Robles and Stevie Moore. In this true double-elimination final, Tony would have to win two sets against Stevie to claim the win.

PoolActionTV.com was at the event to stream the feature matches throughout the tournament. Ray Hansen, along with other contributors, helped out to provide live streaming and commentary to the fans following the event.

In the first set, Stevie Moore held the lead throughout, but at 7-6 Tony was able to grind back to and win the next three games to take the set 9-6. They then moved into the second set, but Stevie remained dominant and closed out a 9-4 win to defend his title as NYC 9-ball Champion.

Congratulations to Stevie Moore on achieving this notable feat… NYC pool fans will surely be watching in 2011 to see if anyone can steal away this title.

Complete Payouts:

1st: Stevie Moore $2,300
2nd: Tony Robles $1,400
3rd: Josh Brothers $800
4th: Mike Davis $600
5th/6th: Mike Dechaine, Brett Stottlemyer $400
7th/8th: Barry Banks, George Sansouci $300
9th-12th: Marc Vidal, Jeremy Sossei, Ronnie Wiseman, Jorge Rodriguez $200

Stop #18: Miller Chews Up Chau at Main Line

Mezz Pro-Am tour made its way to Main Line Billiards in Frazer PA Sunday Aug. 15 2010. A Small but strong field came out to play. Mike Sigel, Tony Robles, Manny Chau, Mike Miller, Matt Krah, Josh Brothers to name a few.

Leading to top half of the bracket was Tony Robes with wins over Shaun Dobson 7-3, Randy Schwager 7-4, and Nick Brucato 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Manny Chau with wins over Charlie Marshall 7-3, Matt Krah 7-3, Josh Brothers 7-6, and Chip Klien 7-5.

Playing for the hot seat was Manny Chau Vs Tony Robles this was a great match that went to double hill but when it was all said and done it was Manny Chau coming away with the win 7-6 and Sending Robles to the one lost side. Making his move from the one lost side was Mike Miller with wins over Charlie Marshall 7-6, Jay Brotherton7-3, Derek Schwager 7-2, Mike Sigel 7-6, Nick Brucato 7-6, Matt Krah 7-5, and Tony Robles 7-0.

In the finals was Manny Chau Vs Mike Miller, Miller has to beat Chau twice to win the event. First set was a great set with Miller winning on the hill 7-6, in the second set it was all Mike Miller winning easily 7-5 and the event. I woud Like to thank the Sponsors and all the players that came out to play.

Complete Payouts:

1st Mike Miller $935
2nd Manny Chau $475
3rd Toney Robles $250
4th Matt Krah $150
5th Chip Klien/ Nick Brucato $75.00

Stop #17: Best Buds Alicea & Ginky Co-Champions at Raxx

For the Mezz Pro/Am 9-ball Tour’s 17th stop of the season, a field of 31 top NY-area players came out to Raxx Billiards to compete for top honors. Some of the notable players in attendance included “Ginky” George Sansouci, Shaun Wilkie, Matt Krah, Rob Pole, John Alicea, Victor Nau, Gregg McAndrews, and Brett Stottlemyer, along with three of the tour’s lady players, Caroline Pao, “Snooky” Diana Rojas, and Linda Cheung.

George “Ginky” Sansouci was making noise early through the winner’s bracket, rolling over Matt Krah 7-1, John MacArthur 7-1, and Rob Pole 7-2, before losing to Zion Zvi 7-5.

Zion had also been steamrolling over his opponents, including an impressive 7-0 win over Mike Miller, which lined up the feature match.

In the match between Zion and “Ginky”, Zion jumped out early playing flawless 5-3, but Ginky responded by tying it up 5-5. Zion then won the next game, and Ginky was breaking and running out when he uncharacteristically scratched on the 6 ball, giving the set to Zion 7-5.

Zion then was lined up for a match against young gun John Alicea to determine who would take the hot seat. John had just come off a come-from-behind win win against Brett Stottlemeyer, where he battled back from 6-4 to win 7-6.

That win was immediately followed up by an impressive 7-5 win over the tour’s current #1-ranked player, Josh Brothers, who after the match mentioned that he was impressed with John’s performance. Josh also watched part of John’s first round match where he defeated Chip Klein 7-2 in dominant fashion.

In the match for the hot seat against Zion Zvi, John outplayed the more-seasoned Zion, controlling the momentum of the set, which lead to an impressive 7-2 scoreline.

It is clear that John is gaining confidence and experience as he continues to defeat players he grew up admiring.

While John had some time to rest and reflect after snagging the hot seat, the one-loss side was chocked full of pool giants battling it out.

After his winner’s side loss to John Alicea, Brett Stottlemyer defeated Mike Fingers in dominant fashion, 7-2. Prior to this loss, Mike had been impressive in grinding out several consecutive hill-hill matches in a row.

This win against Mike lined up Brett against George “Ginky” Sansouci, who was fresh off his close battle with Zion.

Ginky took a 4-3 lead before Brett tied it up at 4-4. Brett got up 6-5… broke made a ball, and played safe on the one ball. Ginky kicked it one rail hard, and lucked the ball in the side pocket tying the set at 6
each. On the break, Ginky made a ball and had an easy shot on the one ball. To Brett’s frustration, the 2-9 was a dead combo… so Ginky easily made the one, then the combo for the “W”.

That win lined up a rematch between George “Ginky” Sansouci and Zion Zvi, after his portage John Alicea knocked Zion to the one-loss side. In this set, Zion got ahead early 3 games to 2, but Ginky grinded back to take the lead 6-4. Zion responded by winning the next game, closing the scoreline to 6-5. With the alternate break format, it was Ginky’s turn to break, and he broke and ran out a clutch rack to set up a match between the teacher versus the student in the finals.

Ginky was impressive in following up a win in the last Mezz Tour event he played in, but the big story here is John Alicea’s evolution as a player. John was hot coming off of the last Predator Tour win, and has been tearing up the local scene of late. The 22-year-old up-and-coming player has been putting in the work on the practice table as well staying busy in competition.

Ginky would have normally had to defeat John Alicea twice in the finals to win, but John decided to let Ginky share the title as co-champions, as Ginky was celebrating his birthday with friends and family.

Congratulations to both John and Ginky for showing dominance at this event. The Mezz Tour would like to thank all the players who came out to compete at this event, as well as all of the tour’s sponsors.

The next stop on the Mezz Tour will be held at Main Line Billiards on August 15th, 2010. Visit www.MezzTour.com to learn more and check out the complete schedule.

Complete Payouts:

T-1st: $735 John Alicea
T-1st: $735 George “Ginky” Sansouci
3rd: $350 Zion Zvi
4th: $170 Brett Stottlemyer
5th/6th: $100 Mike Fingers, Chip Klein

Top C/D
Jay Chiu $50
Barry Banks $25
Diana Rojas $25

Stop #16: Mr Krah Wins at Mr Cue

Mezz Pro -Am tour made its way to Mr Cue Billiards in Lindenhurst NY on Aug 1, 2010. A strong but small field came out to play. Players like Matt Krah, Oscar Bonilla, Mhet Vergara, Jeremy Sossei, and Zion Zvi.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins over Victor Nau 7-5, Paul Johnson 7-6 and Diana Rojas 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Mhet Vergara with wins over Zion Zvi 7-6,and Jeremy
Sossei 7-5. Playing for the hot seat was Mhet Vergara VS Matt Krah this was a great match with Matt Krah winning 7-5 and sending Mhet to the one lost side.

Making the move on the one lost side was Oscar Bonilla with wins over Paul Johnson 7-3, Jose Soto 7-3, Jeremy Sossei 7-3, Blair Lavandowski 7-3, and Mhet Vergara 7-6 to get to the Finals.

In the finals it was Oscar Bonilla VS Matt Krah, Oscar Has to beat Matt twice to win the event, in the first set it was Oscar Bonilla winning 7-4. In the second set it was Matt Krah showing off his ob cue and showing everyone what he can do with it, winning the set easily 7-2 to win the event.

Matt Krah would like to thank his sponsor OB Cues for their sponsorship and ongoing support. I would like to thank all the players for coming out. And all the tour sponsors.

Complete Payouts:

1st Matt Krah $500
2nd Oscar Bonilla $275
3rd Mhet Vergara $170
4th Blair Lavandowski $70

Stop #15: Brothers & Sossei Co-Champions at Drexeline

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA on Sunday July 25, 2010. A strong field of 52 players came out to play. Players like Josh Brothers, Jeremy Sossei, Manny Chau, Eddie Abraham,
Matt Krah, Shaun Wilkie, Dave Daya, Ed Matushonek, Brett Stottlemyer and Jennifer Barretta.

Leading the top half of the bracket was JoshBrothers with wins over Joe Dadich 7-0, Joe Chester 7-1, Raphael Saldana 7-2, Mark Stewart 7-4, and Danny Bell 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Jeremy Sossei with wins over Mike Miller 7-4, Tom Zippler 7-0, Brett Stottlemyer 7-5, and Shaun Wilkie 7-5.

Playing for the hot seat was Josh Brothers Vs Jeremy Sossei this was a great match that went hill hill when it was all said and done it was Josh Brothers coming away with the win 7-6 and sending Jeremy Sossei to the one lost side. Waiting for Jeremy on the one lost side was Manny Chau, from the start it was all Jeremy Sossei winning easily 6-3 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Jeremy Sossei Vs Josh Brothers, Sossie would have to beat Brothers twice to win the event it never got to that point both players decided to be co-champions of the event.mI would like to thank the sponsors and all the players for coming out to the event .

Complete Payouts:

Co-Champions Josh Brothers $1056/Jeremy Sossei $856
3rd Manny Chau $390
4th Shaun Wilkie $225
5th Dave Daya/Danny Bell $150
7th Mark Stewart/Brett Stottlemyer $100
9th Shaun Dobson/Ed Matushonek/Eddie Abraham/Matt Krah $80

Stop #14: Manny Chau Chews Up and Swallows the Field at the 2nd Annual NJ State 8-Ball Championships

The 2nd annual New Jersey State 8 Ball Championships sponsored by Mezz Cues took place at Atlantic City Billiard Club on Saturday & Sunday July 17th & 18th. A Strong field of 33 Players came out to play, players like Manny Chau, Josh Brothers, Rob Hart, Matt Krah, Jose Cruz, Joseph Testa, Randy Schwager, Adam Kiear and Bruce Nagle.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Manny Chau with wins over Ed Robson 7-0, Kevin Guimond 7-5, Brent Boemmels 7-0, and Josh Brothers 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Forty with wins over Chris Ruggerio 7-4, Bruce Nagle 7-5, Rob Metz 7-3, Jose Cruz 7-4.

Playing for the hot seat was Forty Vs Manny Chau this was a great match with Manny Chau pulling away late to win the match 7-5 and sending Forty to the one lost side. Making a move on the one lost side was Josh Brothers with wins over Joey Testa 5-3, Matt Krah 5-2, and Forty 5-3 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers VS Manny Chau, Josh Brother has to beat Manny Chau twice to win the event. The first set was a great set at 5-5 Manny Chau went on to win the next two games and the set 7-5 and
the new “New Jersey State 8 Ball Championship” Manny Chau. I would like to thank Mezz for sponsoring the event.

Complete Payouts:

1st Manny Chau $1000
2nd Josh Brothers $475
3rd Forty $390
4th Matt Krah $225
5th Jose Cruz $150
5th Joey Testa $150
7th Randy Schwager $125
7th Adam Kielar $125

Stop #13: Ginky Back in the Spotlight at Raxx

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Raxx Bar & Grill on Sunday July 11, 2010. A Strong field 39 players came out to play. Players like George San Souci, Matt krah, Joey Kong, Jeremy Sossei, Zion Zvi, Kevin Guimond, Bruce Nagle, Eddie Abraham, Mike Miller, Oscar Bonilla, Victor Nau, Mhet Vergara, Josh Brothers, Denise Reeve, and Diana “Snooky” Rojas to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was George San Souci with wins over Jay Chiu 7-1, Josh Brothers 7-3, Oscar Bonilla 7-4, and Jeremy Sossei 7-3. Leading the top bottom half the bracket was Brett Stottlemyer with wins over Scott Murphy 7-2, Zion Zvi 7-5, Kevin Guimond 7-4, and Joey Kong 7-6.

Playing for the hot seat was George San Souci Vs Brett Stottlemyer this was a one side match with George San Souci taking control of the match from the start and never looking back winning easily 7-0. And sending Brett Stottlemyer to the one lost side. Making a move on the on lost side was Matt Krah after losing to Jeremy Sossei 7-6 Matt Krah went on a winning streak by beating Mike Miller 7-4, Zion Zvi 7-5, Joey Kong 7-4, Jeremy Sossei 7-5 and Brett Stottlemyer 7-5 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was George San Souci Vs Matt Krah, Krah has to beat San Souci twice to win the event. But it only took one set for George San Souci to win the event with a 7-3 victory. I would like to thank all the players that came out to play and the sponsors that support the tour.

Complete Payouts:

1st George San Souci $1050
2nd Matt Krah $620
3rd Brett Stottlemyer $370
4th Jeremy Sossei $225
5th Joey Kong/Kevin Guimond $150
7th Zion Zvi/ Bruce Nagle $100
TOP C/D
Diana “Snooky” Rojas /Denise Reeve $35
Fred Russo /Duane Toney $35

Stop #12: Abraham Marches Through the Field at Riley's Last Stand

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Riley’s Concord Billiards in Boothwyn PA, On Sunday July 4th. A strong field came out to play, Players like Eddie Abraham, Josh Brothers, Bruce Nagle, Matt Krah, Adam Kielar, John Talamini, and Sandi Patarino.

Leading the top half of bracket was Adam Kielar with wins over Cliff Maloney 7-3, Josh Brothers 7-6, and Matt Krah 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Eddie Abraham with wins over Joe Hong 7-4, Bruce Nagle 7-2, and Sandi Patarino 7-1.

Playing for the hot seat was Adam Kielar VS Eddie Abraham, this was a great match with Eddie Abraham pulling away late in the match to win 7-5 sending Adam Kielar to the one lost side. Waiting for Adam Kielar on the one lost side was Josh Brothers this too was a good match with Josh Brothers winning 7-5 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers VS Eddie Abraham, Josh has to beat Eddie Abraham twice to win the event. It never made it to the second set Eddie took control from the start and never looked back winning easily 7-4 to win the match and the event.

Bob Madara wins the ice cream Sunday 9 ball challenge, also like to all the players that came out to play. Special thanks to Chris Riley for hosting the event and all his support in the past years best luck and wishes.

The next event on the tour is scheduled for July 11th. It will be held at Raxx Pool Room, Sports Bar & Grill in West Hemsptead, NY.

Complete Payouts:

1st Eddie Abraham $700
2nd Josh Brothers $350
3rd Adam Kielar $210
4th Matt Krah $120
Top C/D
5th Sandi Patarino $50

Stop #11: Abraham and Brothers Co-Champions at Main Line

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Main Line Billiards in Frazer Pa Sunday June 27th. A strong field of 30 player came out to play player like Eddie Abraham, Josh Brothers, Ed Matushonek, Shaun Wilkie, Chip Klein, Bruce Nagle, Stosh Benton, Carl Khan, and Derek Schwager.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Eddie Abraham with wins over Sam Quinzi 7-3, Lou Patrikios 7-1, and Bruce Nagle 7-6. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Josh Brothers with wins over John Talamini 7-4, Larry Ingram 7-0, Chip Klein 7-2, and Shaun Dobson 7-0.Playing for the hot seat was Eddie Abraham Vs Josh Brothers this was a one sided match with Eddie Abraham winning easily 7-1. Sending Josh Brothers to the one lost side, waiting for Josh Brothers was Ed Matushonek this was a good match with Josh Brothers pulling away late in the match to win 7-4.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers VS Eddie Abraham, Josh Brothers has to beat Eddie Abraham twice to win the event. The first set was a good match with Josh Brothers winning 7-5 in the second set the players decided to be Co-Champions for the event.

Complete Payouts:

1st Eddie Abraham $620
1st Josh Brothers $620
3rd Ed Matushonek $250
4th Shaun Wilkie $150
5th/6th Bruce Nagle $100
Shawn Dobson $100
C/D 7th/8th Stosh Benton/ Bob Burt $25

Stop #10: Stottlemyer Rocks Rockaway

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Rockaway Billiards in Rockaway NJ on Sunday June 13th. A Strong field came out to play players like Brett Stottlemyer, Matt Krah, Chip Klein, Adam Kielar, Shaun Wilkie, Jim Conn and Josh Brothers.

Leading the top have of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins over Michael Wong 7-6, Mark Stewart 7-3, and Shaun Wilkie 7-4. Leading the bottom half of the bracket is Brett Stottlemyer with wins over Chip Klein 7-1, Jose Burgos 7-3, Mike Miller 7-5, and Adam Kielar 7-4.

Playing for the hot seat was Brett Stottlemyer Vs Matt Krah, this match was all Matt krah from the start winning easily 7-3 and sending Brett Stottlemyer to the one lost side. Making his move from the one ost side was Chip Klein with wins over Caroline Pao 7-4, Jay Brotherton 7-4, Jorden Brandes 7-4, Michael Wong 7-6, Shaun Wilkie 7-5, Adam Kielar 7-2, before running into Brett Stoittlemyer this was a good match when it’s all said and done it was Brett Stottlemyer winning 7-4 to get to the final.

The finals it was a rematch between Matt Krah VS Brett Stottlemyer, Brett Stottemyer has to beat Matt Krah twice to win the event. The first set was a great one that went hill hill and when it was all said and done it was Brett Stottlemyer winning 7-6. In the second set it was all Brett Stottlemyer winning easily 7-4 and the event. I woud like to thank all the sponsors and the players that came to pay.

Complete Payouts:

1st Brett Stottlemyer $820
2nd Matt Krah $400
3rd Chip Klein $225
4th Adam Kielar $100
5th/6th Shaun Wilkie $80
Josh Brothers $80

Women's Circuit: My-Hanh Lac takes first Mezz Women’s Event

In the first-ever stop of a Mezz Cues Women’s Tour on Saturday, May 8, My-Hanh Lac survived a strong challenge by Pam Cimarelli in a true double elimination final to become the first winner on the tour. The $260-added event drew a short field of 13 entrants to Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA.

Lac and Cimarelli were among the winners’ side final four, but would not meet until the finals. Lac and Megan Smith advanced to the hot seat match with identical 7-3 victories over Denise Reebe and Cimarelli, respectively. A double hill win over Smith left Lac in the hot seat.

On the one-loss side, Supadra Geronimo advanced to meet Cimarelli, after victories over Borana Andoni 6-5 and Kristy Bell 6-4. Reebe faced Kim Jones, who’d defeated Neslihon Gurel 6-5 and then shut out Caroline Pao. With 6-4 victories over Geronimo and Reebe, Cimarelli and Jones moved into the quarterfinals, which proved to be the first money round of play.

Cimarelli defeated Jones 6-3 and then began a string of 15 games in which she gave up only two racks. She gave up the first one in a 7-1 win over Smith in the semifinals, and allowed the other one in the opening set of the true double elimination final versus Lac. Lac fought back in the second set, which, with both players on the one-loss side, was reduced to six games. Lac won it 6-2 to become the first winner on the Mezz Women’s Tour.

The next event on the tour is scheduled for July 30th. It will be held at Mr. Cue Billiards in Lindenhurst (Long Island), NY.

Complete Payouts:

1st My-Hanh Lac $400.00
2nd Pamela Cimarelli $220.00
3rd Megan Smith $110.00
4th Kim Jones $70.00

Stop #9: Josh Brothers Goes Back to Back in AC

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Atlantic City Billiard Club in Egg Harbor NJ Sunday May 2, 2010. A field of 31 players came out to play. Special thanks to Gary Conover for hosting the event Gary is the new owner of Atlantic City Billiard Club all of us at Mezz Cues wish him the best of luck.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Lou Loupy Patrikios with wins over Jose Burgos 7-3, Randy Mackin 7-3 Forty 7-5, and John Alicea 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins over Bill Gallagher 7-3, Bob Burt 7-4, Derek Scwager 7-4 and Joe Wright 7-6.

Playing for the hot seat was Matt Krah vs Lou Loupy Patrikios, This was a great match that went to the hill but when it was all said and done it was Matt Krah coming away with the win 7-6 sending Lou Loupy Patrikios to the one lost side.

Making his way through the on lost side once again was Josh Brothers after losing to Eddie Abraham 7-6 Josh went on to beat Denise Reeve 7-0, Ed Medina 7-0, Wali Muhammad 7-2, Forty 7-6, Joe Wright 7-1, Joey Testa 7-2, and Lou Loupy Patrikios 7-2.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers Vs Matt Krah, Josh Brothers has to beat Matt Krah twice to win the event. The first set was all Josh Brothers winning easily 7-2,The second set also was all Josh Brothers winning by the same score 7-2 to win the event.

I would like to thank all the players that came out to play, Josh Brothers would like to thank Dan Dicola Custom Cues, and Mike Main Line Billiards and Bob Maidhof of Drexeline Billiards for al their support

Complete Payouts:

1st Josh Brothers $935
2nd Matt Krah $400
3rd Lou Loupy Patrikios $330
4th Joey Testa $150
5th/6th John Alicea $75
Joe Wright $75
7th/8th Derek Schwager $80 Split
Forty
Top C/D
Jack SpringField $50 split
Bob Burt

Stop #8: Josh Brothers takes Drexeline

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Drexeline Billiards on Sunday April 25, 2010. A strong field of 58 came out to play, players like: Denise Reeve, Caroine Pao, Sharon O’Hanon, Josh Brothers, Adam Kielar, Joe Hong, Dominic Noe, Matt Krah, Shaun Wikie, Eddie Abraham, Joey Testa, Rob Pole, Raphael Saldana, Chip Klien and Danny Muhollem to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Adam Kielar with wins over Lou Johnson 7-3, Dominic Noe 7-5, Brandon Slualis 7-6, Eddie Abraham 7-5, and Shaun Wilkie 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Joe Hong with wins over Sharon O’Hanlon 7-1, Ed Matushonek 7-4, Wes Dobson 7-3, Scott Freeman 7-5, and Raphael Saldana 7-4.

Paying for the hot seat was Adam Kielar VS Joe Hong, this was a one sided match with Adam Kielar running away with it from the start never looking back to win 7-1 sending Joe Hong to the one lost side. The big story was Josh Brothers after losing his match to Eddie Abraham 7-5 Josh Brothers and his Dan DiCola custom cue went to work with wins over Joey Testa 7-3, Brandon Slualis 7-3, Scott Freeman 7-5, Danny Muhollem 7-6, Shaun Wikie 7-5, Dominic Noe 7-0 and Joe Hong 7-6 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers Vs Adam Kielar, Josh Brothers has to beat Adam Kielar twice to win the event the first set went back and forth with Josh Brothers pulling away late to win 7-4. In the second set it was all Josh Brothers taking charge from the start winning easily 7-1 to win the event.

I would like to thank everyone for coming out and Mezz Cues for their support on this tour, Josh Brothers would Like to thank Dan DiCola Custom Cues , Mainline Biliards in Frazer PA, and Bob Maidhof from Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA.

Complete Payouts:

1st Josh Brothers $1300
2nd Adam Kielar $670
3rd Joe Hong $540
4th Dominic Noe $250
5th/6th Raphael Saldana, Shaun Wilkie $200
7th/8th Randy Schwager, Danny Mulhollem $150
9th/12th Eddie Abraham, Chip Klien, Shawn Dobson, Scott Freeman $100
13th/16th Bob Burt $50

Stop #7: Mika Immonen Digs Deep to Snap of the Mezz Tour at Skyline Billiards

The seventh event of the Mezz Tour season was hosted by Skyline Billiards in Brooklyn on Sunday, April 18th. The strongest one-day pro/am tour drew a total of 30 players, including the world's #1-ranked pool player and Mezz Cues representative, "The Iceman" Mika Immonen. The "Iceman" has been taking the pool world by storm over the last few years, and continues to dominate many of the regional events in New York area.

Along with Mika, the event drew a number of up-and-coming NY-area players, along with several other notable players such as "The Silent Assassin" Tony Robles, Rob Pole, "Smitty" Daniel Smith, Mike Fingers, Mike Miller, and Jorge Rodriguez, along WPBA pros Caroline Pao and Jennifer Barretta.

Tough performances were seen a number of players at this event, including Skyline house player Sammy Wu, who went through the winner's bracket in impressive fashion, with wins over Mike Wong (7-4), Juan Peralta (7-3), Oscar Bonilla (7-2), and Mika Immonen (7-5). For the "hot seat", Sammy lost a tough hill-hill battle to Gregg McAndrews, 7-6.

Gregg McAndrews had a breakthrough performance at this event, with super-impressive wins over Paul Bramwell (7-4), Tony Robles (7-6), Jorge Rodriguez (7-3), and Sammy Wu (7-6)--earning a spot in finals, undefeated.

Dan Smith also played tough in this event. After winning his first two matches over Diana "Snooky" Rojas (7-5) and Mike Fingers (7-5), he fell to "The Iceman", 7-2. Smitty bounced back from his loss to Mika, and defeated Mike Wong (7-0), Oscar Bonilla (7-3), and Jorge Rodriguez (7-3), before losing his battle with Mika, 7-4. On the weekend prior to this event, "Smitty" ran a 9-pack at the Joss Tour, and has been continuing to take his game to the next level… this event showcased several top up-and-coming players from.

Mika's run through the winner's bracket with wins over Jerry Tarantola (7-2), Michael Yednak (7-5), and Daniel Smith (7-1) before his loss to Sammy Wu (7-5). On the one-loss side, Mika defeated Dan Smith (7-4) and avenged his loss to Sammy Wu to win 7-5, earning a spot in the finals.

In the finals match, Gregg McAndrews was up 4-0 in a blink of an eye. When Mika was down 1-0, he bobbled the seven in the side pocket, the Gregg broke and ran out to lead 3-0, then extended the lead to 4-0. Mika breaks and runs out… 4-1. Gregg comes right back to win the next game 5-1. But, from that point on it was all Mika… coming back with eight games while Gregg returned with only two, finishing off an impressive tournament with a come from behind "W" in the finals. The final score for the match was 9-7.

Congratulations to Mika Immonen on his comeback win, and to Gregg McAndrews for a very strong showing. Along with Mika continuing his dominance, this event showcased the gritty play of some of Brooklyn's toughest up-and-coming players who showed heart, grit, and determination…such as Sammy Wu, Gregg McAndrews, and Daniel Smith. Keep it up guys!

Look out for the next stop on the Mezz Tour will be held at Drexline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA on Sunday, April 25th.

Complete Payouts:

1st Mika Immonen - $975
2nd Gregg McAndrews - $650
3rd Sammy Wu - $425
4th Daniel Smith - $200
5th/6th: Michael Yednak, Jorge Rodriguez - $120
7th/8th: Tony Robles, Oscar Bonilla - $70

Stop #6: Joey and Josh Co-Champions at Hot Shot

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Hot Shot Billiards in Deptford NJ, A Strong field of 38 players came out to play players like: Josh Brothers, Joey Testa, Dominic Noe, Adam Keilar, Matt Krah, Denise Reeve, Joe Hong, Derek Schwager and Bob Madara to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Dominic Noe with wins over Manny Chau 7-3, Al Tonelli 7-5, Derek Schwager 7-5, and Adam Kielar 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Joey Testa with wins over Mark Horne 7-2, Sharon O’Hanlon 7-0, Denise Reeve 7-3, and Matt Krah 7-5.

Playing for the hot seat was Joey Testa Vs Dominic Noe this was a great match with Joey Testa pulling away late in the match to win 7-4 sending Dominic Noe to the one lost side.

The big story was Josh Brothers after losing his first match to Al Tonelli 7-5 Brothers went on a winning streak by beating Jose Burgos 7-3, Manny Chau 7-1, Bill Gallagher 7-1, Wali Muhammad 7-2, Jack Springfield 7-2, Devon Ward 7-3, Matt Krah 7-2, Adam Kielar 7-3 and Dominic Noe 7-4 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers VS Joey Testa, the Mezz tour is a true double elimination event so Josh Brothers has to beat Joey Testa twice to win the event. The first set was a great match that came to the end but when it was all said and done it was Brothers winning the first set 7-5. Both Josh Brothers and Joey Testa decided to spit and become Co-Champions of the event. Congratulations to top female finisher Denise Reeve with a 7th place money finish.

Joey Testa would like to thank his sponsor Mezz Cues and Jose Garcia for all their support and Josh Brothers would like to thank his sponsor Dan Decola from Decola custom cues and Bob Maidhof for their support. I would like to thank all the players that came out to play also all the sponsors for there on going support.

Complete Payouts:

1st Joey Testa $800
Josh Brothers $800
3rd Dominc Noe $350
4th Adam Kielar $200
5th Matt Krah $125
Shawn Dobson $125
7th Denise Reeve $75
8th Devon Ward $25
Joe Hong $25
Derek Schwager $25

Stop #5: Testa Back in the Winner's Circle at Riley's

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Rileys Concord Billiards in Boothwyn PA on Sunday March 28, 2010. A field of 41 players came out to play players like: Josh Brothers, Dominic Noe, Joey Testa, Eddie Abraham, Matt Krah, Brandon Slualis, Adam Kielar, Denise Reeve, Bob Burt, and Marty Ciccia to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Dominic Noe with wins over Bruce Nagle 7-4, William McWilliams 7-4, Joey Testa 7-4 and Brandon Slualis 7-6. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Bob Burt with wins over Shawn Mankovich 7-1, Abdellatif Chamseddine 7-5, Todd March 7-3 and Marty Ciccia 7-5.

Playing for the hot seat was Dominic Noe Vs Bob Burt this was a good match with Noe being down 4-1 to come back to win the match 7-4 sending Bob Burt to the one lost side. The big story was Josh Brothers after losing to Brandon Slualis 7-5, Brothers went on a winning streak beating Adam Kielar 7-3, Joey Testa 7-5, Marty Ciccia 7-6, Brandon Slualis 7-2 and Bob Burt 7-0 to get to the Finals.

In the finals it was Josh Brothers Vs Dominic Noe both players decided to be co-champions, I would like to thank all the players that came out and Mezz Cue for their ongoing support.

Complete Payouts:

1st Joey Testa $1,200
Ignacio Chavez $1,200
3rd Victor Nau $600
4th Josh Brothers $330
5th Matt Krah $250
Adam Kielar $250
7th Shaun Wilkie $150
Joe Hong $150
9th Keith Christman $75
Gregg McAndrews $75
Bill Wilson $50
John Graziano $50

Stop #4: Shaun Wilkie Takes the Last Shot at Q-Ball

Mezz Pro-Am Tour made is way to Q-Ball Billiards in Vineland NJ on Sunday March 14, 2010. A Strong field came out to play, players like Shaun Wilkie, Matt Krah,Adam Kielar, Joey Testa, Eddie Abraham, Victor Nau, Denise Reeve, to name a few.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Matt Krah with wins over Bob Giandomenico 7-2, Matt Douglas 7-5 Jose Burgos 7-0, and Eddie Tiabi 7-6. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Shaun Wilkie with wins over Jay Paranich 7-4, Nicholas Jankowski 7-2, Victor Nau 7-5 and Bruce Nagle 7-1.

Playing for the hot seat was Matt Krah VS Shaun Wilkie this was a great match with Shaun Wilkie pulling away late in the match to win 7-4 sending Krah to the one lose side. Waiting for Matt Krah on the one lost side was Joey Testa this was also a good match but when it was all said and done it was Matt Krah walking away with the victory 7-5 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Matt Krah VS Shaun Wilkie, Krah has to beat Wilkie twice to win the event. But the day belonged to Shaun Wilkie Winning the first set 7-4 to win the event. I would like to thank the players came out to play and all the sponsors.

Complete Payouts:

1st Shaun Wilkie $950
2nd Matt krah $530
3rd Joey Testa $325
4th Adam Kielar $180
5th Bruce Nagle $120
Eddie Tiabi $120
Top A/B
7th Matt Douglas $50
Bob Giandomenico $50
Top C/D
9th Jose Burgos $50
Gene Gatti $50

Stop #3: Adam Kielar Takes Maine Line

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour made its way to Maine Line Billiards in Frazer PA on Sunday March 7th a strong field of 41 came out to play, players like Adam Kielar, Eddie Abraham , Shaun Wilkie, Joe Hong, Gregg McAndrews,
Caroline Pao, and Sharon O’Hanlon.

Leading the top half of the bracket was young Adam Kielar with wins over Lou Patrikios 7-1, Sharon O’Hanlon 7-2, Ray Lee 7-4, Josh Brothers 7-4, and Gregg McAndrews 7-3 . Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Shaun Wilkie with wins over Tom Bow 7-1, Michael Praseutsy 7-0, Dan Zetts 7-1, VJ Mcglone 7-3 and Joe Hong 7-2.

Playing for the hot seat it was Adam Kielar Vs Shaun Wilkie this was a great match that went hill hill but when it all said and done it was Adam “the stealer” Kielar winning on the hill 7-6 to get the hot seat and sending Shaun Wilkie to the one lost side. Waiting for Shaun Wilkie on the on lost side was Eddie Abraham, this was a one sided
match with Abraham running away with the match from the start winning
easily 6-2 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Eddie Abraham VS Adam Kielar, Abraham has to beat Kielar twice to win the event but it was all Kielar winning easily 7-3 to win the event and his first Mezz tour stop. I would like to thank all the sponsors and all the players for their support, hope to see everyone at the next tour stop.

Complete Payouts:

1st Adam Kielar $1100
2nd Eddie Abraham $590
3rd Shaun Wilkie $340
4th Joe Hong $200
5th/6th Tom Bow $125
Gregg McAndrews $125
7th/8th Dominic Noe $100
Ray Lee $100

Stop #2: Mika Immonen Takes Atlantic City

Mezz Pro-AM made it was to Atlantic City Billiard Club in Egg Harbor NJ on Sunday February 21, 2010. A strong field of 50 players came out toplay, player: like Mika Immonen, Joey Testa, Eddie Abraham, Phil Wines, Victor Nau, Rob Pole, Joe Frady, Liz Ford, Caroline Pao, and Denise Reeve.

Leading the top half of the bracket was Eddie Abraham with wins over Mike Conway 7-3, Rob Palm 7-2, Mika Immonen 7-6, Phil Wines 7-5, and Joey Testa 7-5. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Victor Nau with wins over Jerry Russo 7-3, Tom Bow 7-6, Shaun Wilkie 7-4, Caroline Pao 7-3 and Liz Ford 7-6.

Playing for the hot was Victor Nau Vs Eddie Abraham this was a one side match with Eddie Abraham taking control of the match from the start winning easily 7-3, and sending Victor Nau to the one lost side. Waiting for Victor Nau on the one lost side was Mika Immonen, this match also was one way with Mika Immonen winning 7-3 to get to the finals.

In the finals it was Mika Immonen Vs Eddie Abraham, Mika Immonen has to beat Eddie Abraham twice to win the event. The first set was great set with Eddie Abraham leading 4-1 only to see Mika Immonen come back to win 7-5. In the second set the lead went back and forth with Mika Immonen pulling away late the win the match 7-4 and the event.

I want to thank the players for coming out and showing there support and Mezz Cues for there sponsorship.

Complete Payouts:

1st Mika Immonen $1425.00
2nd Eddie Abraham $750.00
3rd Victor Nau $540.00
4th Phil Wines $250.00
5th Joey Testa $130.00
5th Liz Ford $130.00
7th Robert Pole $100.00
7th Joe Frady $100.00
9th Shaun Wilkie $50.00
9th Matt Krah $50.00
9th Caroline Pao $50.00
9th Matt Douglas $50.00
Top C/D John Spencer $75.00
Oscar Aparicio $75.00

Season Opener: Chavez and Testa Split Mezz Tour Honors Mezz Pro-Am 9-Ball Tour / Drexel Hill, PA

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour’s first stop went off with a bang, hosted by Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA, January 31. A strong field of 53 players came out, including Eddie Abraham, Shaun Wilkie, and Matt Krah, but Ignacio Chavez and Joey Testa took home top honors.

Chavez led the top half of the bracket with wins over Caroline Pao 7-2, Abraham 7-3, Josh Brothers 7-4, Wilkie 7-1, and Adam Kielar 7-4. Leading the bottom half of the bracket was Testa, with wins over Sharon O’Hanlon 7-1, John Graziano 7-0, Gregg McAndrews 7-2, and Victor Nau 7-3.

Testa and Chavez matched up in the hot seat match, with Testa pulling away late to win 7-4. Waiting for Chavez on the one-loss side was Nau, coming fresh from a win over Brothers. But Nau’s momentum wasn’t enough to carry him through to the finals, as it was all Chavez, who easily won 7-2.

In the true double-elimination finals, it was Testa versus Chavez. In order for Chavez to win the event, he would have to best Testa twice. However, both players decided to be co-champions and split first place.

The Mezz Pro-Am Tour’s first stop went off with a bang, hosted by
Drexeline Billiards in Drexel Hill, PA, January 31.

- by Jose Burgos

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