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The Best of the Best

Their names are legend. Their feats are scarcely believed. They are remembered forever, living or dead, in Pool's Hall of Fame.
George "Herman" Balabushka
Fortunately for the world of pool, George Herman Balabushka lived for his cues...
Mike “Captain Hook” Sigel
Fear the Captain. Fear him always!
Nick "Kentucky Colonel" Varner
One of the greatest ever to wield a cue, Varner is also a great gentleman and ambassador of our sport.
Ralph "The Aristocrat" Greenleaf
The greatest player ever, most Americans do not realize that even Willie Mosconi said, "Greenleaf was unequaled!"
Rudolph "Minnesota Fats" Wanderone
Minnesota Fats was a legend of pool and remains so today. Here are all his fascinating details in one place.
Steve "The Machine" Mizerak
A TV phenomenon, the Miz took on all comers and defeated them with an easy grace.
Willie "Can't Top Me" Hoppe
An astounding Cushion Billiards player, Hoppe refused to drive a car when it interfered with his game...
Willie "The Mosc" Mosconi
This All-Time Pool Legend lives on in the hearts of those who know Willie's Game.

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