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Inside New Zealand Pool
by Alex Stones
Alex Stones interviews players, tournament organisers and other key influencers within the thriving New Zealand cue sport scene. We cover 8 Ball, 9 Ball, Snooker as well as Billiards.
Episodes
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Episode 47: Mick Hill Tour of New Zealand interview
We catch up with the 6x WEPF - World Eightball Pool Federation Champion, Mick "The Machine" Hill as he continues his tour of New Zealand. We discuss his coaching clinics, how coaching in Eight Ball has evolved since Mick first started playing, Mick's thoughts on the New Zealand team after his…
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Episode 46: Bret De Faria - CNZ Island events, Shark Racks, World Cup of Pool, Pockets
Bret De Faria joins Alex and Simon to discuss all the latest NZ cue sports developments including the CNZ Island events, Shark Racks, the World Cup of Pool and a round-up of the Pockets results.
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Episode 45: Matt Edwards - Team NZ at the World Cup of Pool, NZPA & Masse, Superleague North Island Open
Matt Edwards joins Alex & Simon to discuss all the latest developments on the 9 foot table plus rounding up Superleague and CNZ.
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Episode 44: Shayden Mckenzie - 3 x CNZ Junior National Champ, Superleague Island events, Kiwis do it again in Melbourne!
Three time CNZ Junior National Champion, Shayden Mckenzie, joins Alex and Simon to discuss all the latest New Zealand cue sports developments.
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Episode 43: Adam Lilley - Pockets, Levin, CNZ Junior Nationals, Christchurch interclub
Adam Lilley joins Alex & Simon to discuss Adam's win on the Pockets Pro Series, Simon's experience at the Levin Easter Classic plus much more.
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Episode 42: Craig Steinmetz joins the podcast - Sunday 26th March
Craig Steinmetz joins Alex and Simon to preview the upcoming Levin Easter Classic, CNZ Junior Nationals plus the Pockets Satellite events.
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Episode 41: Feud Special - Monday 13th March
Alex & Simon discuss all the latest in NZ cue sports including various feuds involving Simon Singleton v Rusty Wheeler, Matchroom/Pockets v WPA/NZPA, and Marco Teutscher v Corey Duel!
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Episode 40: Update show - Sunday 26th February
Alex and Simon discuss all of the latest developments in the world of reds and yellows, CNZ, and the 9 foot table
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Episode 39: Craig Steinmetz
In this episode Alex Stones is joined by Craig Steinmetz to discuss Craig's upcoming new tournament, which will see 16 of New Zealand's top players battling it out, and the challenges of playing pool under Covid. Craig also reminisces about his 2011 National Singles Title, his Pairs partnership...
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Episode 38: Aileen Barnes - most successful Ladies Clubs New Zealand player of all time
This week, Alex Stones speaks with the most successful Ladies Clubs New Zealand player of all time, Aileen Barnes, the winner of 24 CNZ titles including 4 National Singles titles. During the podcast Aileen discusses: - her rivalry with Lorraine Field - how she won her first National Singles…
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Episode 37 (Neil Whalley)
This week Alex Stones catches up with the newest addition to the The Great Southern Knockout II; "The Gentleman" aka Neil Whalley. We explore Neil's cue sports background including: - competing on the UK snooker circuit alongside the likes of Peter Ebdon and John Parrott - coaching New Zealand's...
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Episode 36 (Bret De Faria)
This week Alex Stones speak with Bret De Faria: a winner of two Clubs New Zealand titles and one of the most knowledgeable people of the current game. In a wide ranging conversation they discuss; - the secret to his Pairs success with his brother Tom De Faria - who is the greatest ever player to...
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Episode 35 (KD Singh)
Alex Stones speaks with KD Singh, the recent winner of the NZ Open Snooker Championship. During the conversation they discuss: - a run-through of the NZ Open - KD's early years playing in India - his thoughts on the NZ snooker scene - how to improve your game.
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Episode 34 (Simon Singleton)
To celebrate the podcast's two year anniversary, Alex Stones & Mike Hayes are joined by our first ever guest on the show, Simon Singleton. During the episode we discuss: - recent tournament results including the New Plymouth Singles - Simon's experience at the World Cup of Pool and the influence…
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Episode 33 (Theo Mullan)
Alex Stones and Miguél Hayéz catch up with Theo Mullan, the brains behind the rise of online pool tournaments in New Zealand, to discuss; - the journey from humble beginnings to the recent POT THE LOT PREMIER LEAGUE - dealing with handicap and rule controversies - future plans and if we will…
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Episode 32 (Scott Kotoul)
As the lockdown eases off, Alex Stones and Mike Hayes are joined by Scott Kotoul to discuss; - a preview of the (hopefully) upcoming Chch Interclub season - the ingredients required for a successful pool team - how clubs can financially survive - the latest CNZ rankings - the rise of online...
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Episode 31 (CNZ Top 20 all-time list, 9th - 1st)
In part two we count down the top 10 all-time CNZ 8 Ball players. Alex Stones & Graeme Watson discuss the achievements of legends such as Phyl Wilkinson & Des Blair, whilst Mike Hayes declares his brotherly love for Brent Wells.
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Episode 30 (CNZ Top 20 all-time list, 20th - 10th)
After compiling results from the CNZ Open tournaments from the 1970s through to the present day, we countdown the top 20 NZ 8 Ball players of all time! In the first of a two-part special, Alex Stones, Mike Hays & Graeme Watson discuss positions 20th to 10th. Along the way they discuss legends of...
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Episode 29 (lockdown special)
With New Zealand in lockdown, Alex Stones & Mike Hayes discuss all of the latest news & developments in the pool community including; - the decision by Clubs New Zealand to suspend tournaments - how to stay sharp pool-wise during the lockdown (as borrowed from the Cue It Up Billiards Podcast by...
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Episode 28 (Ceri Worts & Matt McInnes)
With only one week to go until the Great Southern Knock-Out Invitational, Alex Stones catches up with Ceri Worts & Matt McInness to discuss their pool backgrounds as well as their preparation for the event. WARNING: this episode contains language that some listeners may find offensive.
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Episode 27 (Steve Denton)
This week Alex Stones speaks with Steve Denton: a multiple national champion and one of the players invited to play in the Great Southern Knock-Out Invitational event. During the conversation Steve explores his stellar 2015, his partnership with Ceri Worts, why Kiwis haven't managed to win the...
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Episode 26 (Adam Lilley)
This week Alex Stones speaks with arguably the most talented young cueist in New Zealand, Adam Lilley. During the conversation Adam discusses his early years in New Plymouth under the tutelage of Kelvin Dunlop, the importance of his support crew, the experience of playing in the UK and Las Vegas,...
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Episode 25 (NZ Pool Promotions with Adam Shaw)
This week Alex Stones speaks with one of the co-creators of NZ Pool Promotions, Adam Shaw. Adam explores his background as a 9 ball player as well as the motivations behind running the Great Southern Knock-Out Invitational.
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Episode 24 (CNZ Nationals wrap-up with Garry Simpson)
As the dust settles at the Manurewa Club, Alex Stones speaks to Garry Simpson, the Tournament Director of the CNZ Nationals. During the conversation we take a closer look at the breakdown of those who entered, the tournament structure, the relationship between the control and the streaming table,...
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Episode 23 (Rod Buck)
In the second of our preview episodes, Alex Stones speaks with tournament organiser Rodney Buck. During the interview Rod outlines the challenges of running the Superleague and CNZ Nationals together, why Clubs New Zealand should play a more active role in organising tournaments, and what it…
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Episode 22 (Darryl Chambers)
In the first of two special episodes previewing the upcoming Superleague and Clubs New Zealand Nationals, Alex Stones speaks with Darryl Chambers, Managing Director of On Cue. During the interview Darryl explains the history and challenges of his business as well as who his picks are for the...
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Episode 21 (Sullivan Clark)
This week Alex Stones speaks with Sullivan Clark: recent winner of the Oceania 10-Ball Championships and one of the hottest young NZPA prospects. During the conversation Sullivan describes his analytical approach to the game, his extensive work on the mental side of pool, as well as providing…
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Episode 20 (Michael Hayes)
This week Alex Stones is joined by Michael Hayes; coach, tournament organiser, as well as a top player in his own right. During a wide ranging discussion Michael recalls his early days playing out of the Hoon Hay Club, his involvement in the creation of the Superleague, his coaching approach and...
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Episode 19 (Tatum Manning)
After winning the CNZ National Women's title for the second time, Tatum Manning catches up with Alex Stones to discuss the demands of juggling family time with pool, the closure of the Pockets 8 Ball Club, and why Tokoroa has produced so many top players.
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Episode 18 (Mark and Samantha Cottingham)
This week Alex Stones speaks with Mark and Samantha Cottingham, organisers of the Blackball International World Championships Australia 2020. Mark & Samantha discuss the origins and growth of Blackball, the size and scale of the World Championships, as well as looking at how New Zealanders can…
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Episode 17 (Des Wilcox)
Fresh from winning the North Island Championships for the second time, Des Wilcox catches up with Alex Stones to discuss his route to the title, his search for consistency, as well as the demands of juggling family time with cue sports
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Episode 16 (Wayne Carey)
This week Alex Stones speaks with billiards legend Wayne Carey, a winner of over 125 titles and a 12-time New Zealand representative at the World Billiards Championships. Wayne discusses his achievements, how billiards is governed, and offers some thoughts on how billiards can become relevant to…
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Episode 15 (Barry Appleton)
This week Alex Stones speaks with New Zealand's top referee, Barry Appleton. Barry discusses his route from player to referee to tournament controller, the evolution of CNZ rules, as well as some thoughts on how we can improve the refereeing of tournaments.
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Episode 14 (Marco Teutscher)
This week Alex Stones is joined by the Dutch professional player, Marco Teutscher, who has been recently dominating the Masse events. During the chat Marco outlines his journey to NZ, his achievements, and his thoughts on the upcoming US Open.
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Alex Stones interviews players, tournament organisers and other key influencers within the thriving New Zealand cue sport scene. We cover 8 Ball, 9 Ball, Snooker as well as Billiards.
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Alex Stones interviews players, tournament organisers and other key influencers within the thriving New Zealand cue sport scene. We cover 8 Ball, 9 Ball, Snooker as well as Billiards.
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