While there is no requirement for where sets need to be played I'd appreciate if you could try to play sets in It's So Easy just to help with keeping the room busy.
Without further ado here are the predictions you've all been waiting for. This season there was help from Alex (x_i_am_me_x) and once again Ben (motown.champion)... enjoy!
Group A (Alex)
get_murked - No one can forget about Roy, honestly I dont think this guy gets much attention, and he really is a very good player. he didnt play last season but he did play in 8br d/e and he went to 2nd round losing to Alex (x_i_am_me_x) 6-8, which is not a bad loss. I really think you can make playoff's roy, but with the people you have in your group, you're going to have to step it up, good luck dude and try your very best.
scott22883 - Last season's finalist, who lost to Dan 4-9. Scott also dominated last season, with beating Season's 4 Champion, Ben. with a nice 9-3 win. with that said, Scott had a pretty good chance winning vs Dan, dont know what was up with him. but finalist is way better than most have done playing here. Scott i see you making playoff's but dont think it will be easy, you have one of the hardest group's this season, but I see you going to playoffs, just dont underestimate none of these people.
eat_pinaples - Hope the only girl in this group, but one of the best female yahoo! pool players I have ever seen. She has shown that she can play with the dogs and has beaten very good players. Hope if you play like you really want to you can probably win with 2 or 3 games. I see you doing some damage in this group but will it be enough for playoff's? we will see.
dwaechte - Well well well, if it isnt last season's champ, going for his 2nd season win in a row. Dan has gotten a lot better since i've seen him play. He also went 4-1 in ypm only losing to Ross... I personally think a 4-1 is a good score. But now on serious note, defending champ, who dominated everyone in his way. Won 9-4 vs scott in finals! other then that, only see Scott, Jesse, and probably Roy upsetting Dan in his group. Dan will have to be on his game if he wants to go to playoff's this season, but it wont be hard for him.
jmunoz3rd - Jesse didnt play last season, but dont underestimate him, he is one of the best players when he is on his game. He played in 8br d/e losing in 2nd round but to a good player, Joey (a.ustralia), but he didnt quit only because he lost, he won vs very good players in lower bracket, and got to 5th round losing not a bad game 5-7 but lost to Pita who won 8br d/e. So as you can see, Jesse will do a lot of damage in this group, I see him maybe having some difficulty but if he's on his game, he will make it to playoffs.
c.marcoo - Marco, this guy hasnt played in a while, but I have seen him play not so long ago, guess he is back.. by the looks of it, he got a lot better than how he used to play, but that's not good enough for this group. I can see you win 1 or 2 games bro maybe more but remember who you're playing with. prove me wrong and i'll be impressed.
Pecking Order - 1.Dan 2.Jesse 3.Scott 4.Roy 5.Hope 6.Marco
Group B (Jon)
l3_lvl_x - David is starting to get his name out as being a really strong player with his recent 8brcam div B title and a strong showing in ypm showing that he can get it done against top players. This has been the competition where he's had the most success as he's been a playoff player since he entered the division and was a runner up in the first season of last year. David doesn't seem to be playing quite as much pool so you might not see him being quite as sharp here. Definitely a lot of tough players in this group so the playoffs aren't a guarantee but he should have a good shot.
americanpoolking - Luis is a fairly strong all around player making his first appearance in the competition. He can be seen racing in the room quite often but he hasn't been seen in any competitions at least for a little while. Last time I can remember was in 8brcam div A last year sometime where he didn't exactly have a stellar record. Having played with him he seems like he's got potential to compete with just about anyone but we'll just have to see how it plays out.
sixohtwo - Kevin is a former 8brcam champ which is always a fairly nice distinction to have. One of the favourites to win the entire competition and seems to be on top of his game of late. This group isn't a cakewalk but you rarely see Kevin falter against anyone he should beat. Should be a lock for the playoffs and would be surprised if he didn't take the group.
l2ack.em_up - Well I'm sure Chris appreciates being in div A once again as he's been asking for a drop down for a while but every time I play against this guy he impresses me so it's kinda tough. Chris hasn't completed his sets in a while so it's hard to give him a great prediction but the last time he did complete his sets he finished with one of the top records in div A. Since then even though he's never gone back to the playoffs his overall game has improved so there's no reason why he can't do it again.
xlx_nish_xlx - Nish is in a pretty tough group here and it might be the hardest he's had since making the jump back up to div A last year. Nish has been around long enough and has enough patience to pull off upsets against top players but everything really has to be clicking for him. It wouldn't be a surprise at all to see him win a couple sets here because he seems to every season but he'll have hard time winning 3 to guarantee himself getting back to the playoffs.
Incognegro - Mike has signed up for this competition a few times and he's always either been replaced or just hasn't managed to finish his sets. He seems like he's actually got the time for a change to be able to see this competition through so my prediction wisdom will not be wasted. Mike is one of the top shooters around and can get into grooves where he runs tables like nobody's business. You rarely see Mike make things difficult for himself and even when he does he's one of the more creative shot makers around. Even if he's not at 100% he'll make for a tough set.
Pecking Order - 1.Kevin 2.Mike 3.David 4.Chris 5.Luis 6.Nish
Group C (Jon)
Oh My God! - Oh my god, JD is back in the competition and will be looking to show people what he's made of. Haven't seen too much from him very recently but he's definitely a really competitive guy and will do his best to beat people in this group. JD has made the playoffs in div A before so it's not out of the question that he could get back but this group is going to be a tall task.
epa_todd - Here is a guy that I really haven't seen much of lately but he definitely used to be very highly regarded as one of the top players around. He's got a fairly well rounded game and does make great shots so obviously that's a good combination. Not really too much to go by as far as results lately but he did have a pretty good group stage in MCC where he knocked off a couple solid players including Scott. Fairly challenging group here will definitely be a step up in competition but he's got a good chance.
sykology - This is a tough prediction mainly because Brent had a brutal last season in the competition and isn't really a name we see coming up going deep into competitions anymore. While practice definitely helps with this game it's not like it's hard to get back into a groove when you've previously been playing at that high level. He'll need to step his game up as this group is even tougher than the one he got no wins from last season.
xl_vain_lx - Another very good player, Mike has a fairly well rounded game and can be tough to beat when he gets on a roll. He didn't really used to play too many cam comps but lately he's been doing pretty well in group stages and playing in playoffs. I could be wrong but this is probably the toughest group he's been drawn into lately so it should be a true test of where he stands. Should be a contender for a playoff spot.
Xx_Different_Class_xX - Mr Matt has gone from div B champ, to div A pushover, to a two time playoff qualifier over the last year. He's definitely a player who came in with a lot of skill and has only gotten better as the level of competition has risen. He may have finally met his match as far as the talent in this group is concerned as everyone is going to be good and only half the people will move on. Matt won't get shutout but that playoff streak might come to an end.
AzN_PrIdE_LuVa - Pita was always a superstar in the world of yahoo pool...I personally think it has to do with how fun his name is to say, but that's been taken to a new level with the addition of an 8brcam title. Now it wasn't the classic and true 8brcam title but winning that double elim was a pretty big deal considering the people he knocked off along the way. Could this be the season that Pita finally does something significant in the playoffs? He's always had good group stages but he's never really had a deep run and he'll have his confidence running high to get it done.
Pecking Order - 1.Pita 2.Todd 3.Mike 4.Brent 5.Matt 6.JD
Group D (Ben)
TIMESTAMP - An old time pool player from way back in the day, who takes breaks often and then comes back and plays in a few competitions, Derrick is well experienced and is a solid player. Derrick loves to run like Scotty, and does not do much of safety. However, he is smart enough to know how to work his way around safeties since he has much experience from the past, and should also fight for a playoff spot if he can play most of his sets, since sometimes he gets busy and disappears.
lvlr_l7ry - I have not actually watched Carlos when he plays much either, but he seems to hold his end and is a good player from what I can see, and will also be another tough player to handle in this group. He can beat anyone in this group and lose to anybody. I think Carlos will be a wildcard, in which he can finish near the top or near the bottom in this group, but I think it will be lower than higher, but maybe he can prove me wrong.
Lewissss - Have not seen Lewis play for a while, since he took a long break, and now that he is back, I have not played much myself. Lewis was pretty clutch in interleagues when we were playing together, and he is a good runner, and comes up big when he needs to sink a tough shot. I expect Lewis to compete and be able to beat anyone in this group, but I think he might miss out on the playoffs, but would not be a bit surprised if he actually won the group too.
Sk8er_Mikey - Do not think there is much known about him, if there is I do not have a clue about who he is, so I cannot really say how well you will do, but best of luck, and since this is a solid group of players I will say you will finish near the end of this group
xlx_s_p_g_xlx - Scotty is a great table runner and tries to clear the tables as soon as he can. Also a good 5 second player, he can break the balls and game can be over before you blink. He is also a skilled banker, who only likes to safety if it his only option. Look for Scotty to also do well in this group and finish high in the standings and earn a playoff birth.
leeds_united14 - Here we have a high quality pool player. Jon knows when to snooker and when to run. However, if he sees a chance to run he will take that more times than not, instead of playing it safe. Jon should fair well in this group although there is a few good players that he can struggle with. Sometimes Jon is tired and/or stoned and this can sometimes distract his mind from focusing on what he needs to do to win. Look for Jon to fall somewhere in the top 3 and secure a safe playoff spot.
Pecking Order - 1.Scotty 2.Jon 3.Derrick 4.Lewis 5.Carlos 6.Mikey
Group E (Jon)
l2_o_c_k_y - Rocky has to be one of the busiest guys in pool. He's constantly playing in leagues, doing fun races, and playing cam sets all at the same time. Ever since he started playing in competitions he's always done well and been playing at a really high level. He's mostly a run first player which does tend to make him a little more likely to get upset. I think in this group he'll be around the cut line for the playoffs but should make it in.
sicc.stoned - Yet another former div B champ who has a really strong game. As with a lot of the guys who are fresh out of div B, Derek doesn't have the most balance in his game but he is a really strong shooter who does finish challenging tables. If he gets into a running competition with these guys he has a shot to come out on top but he might be wiser to try to slow some of these guys down. Pretty tough group for Derek here, I like his game but I'd expect him to be winning one or two sets tops.
daknight_4u - Here's a guy we haven't seen for a couple seasons, the first Stephen in the group. Stephen is a guy who I sort of doubted at first when he entered the competition but he did prove that he was for real by qualifying for the playoffs on both of his times in. I'd have to say the field this season is deeper and stronger than maybe what he'd seen in the past and I'm not too sure how much he's been playing lately so he'll need to be sharp. He's a solid player with no major holes in his game so he might be able to sneak in again.
adambuddy - It's hard to say that Adam is underrated because he definitely is universally respected among top players but he has been flying a little under the radar lately without too many big runs in competitions. There's definitely two sides to Adam's game but they're both good. Even if he's not playing his best it's usually a safe bet that he'll be in the playoffs.
_fAllOuT - Travis is putting his name into the first big competition of the year and will once again be expecting some good results. Last season Travis started off his season with a loss but then went on to win the rest of his sets all the way until the semis where he lost to the eventual champ Dan. That was probably his best chance to win the competition as the bracket had opened up pretty nicely for him but he can definitely rise to the occasion even with this tough field. As usual he's the favourite to win this group.
l1_stephen_1 - Stephen is about as steady as she goes in yahoo pool. Last season he had a little bit of a breakout in that he grabbed one of the top seeds in the playoffs after winning his group. Couldn't really put it together though as he once again faltered in the early rounds once again. It's not a given that he'll be a shoe in for the playoffs this time around but if he doesn't crack the top 3 he'd probably be right there for a w/c.
Pecking Order - 1.Trav 2.Adam 3.Stephen 4.Rocky 5.Stephen 6.Derek
Group F (Alex)
witheaze - No one can forget about Joey, a old school player as well. This guy played last season with a 2-2 only losing to Dan and Pita which I know he can do better. But not only that, he went to semifinals in 8br d/e. losing to MJ with a very close set 8-10 and losing in lower bracket to Pita with a 7-9. This guy is very good and he will have no problem making playoffs. Only challenge I see for him is vs Craig.
ItsAJ - AJ, a some what very good player. Last seaon he went 0-5... I dont know what was up with him, but I think he could of won some games. He did win 7seccam 1st season tho, but thats not enough to prove you can win vs these guys. You will need to try your hardest in this group and dont give up only cuz your losing, you might make playoffs.
SQUIB___ - Sukio, not many people know him but I do. This guy since I first played him, owned me bad with a 0-9, but I havent seen him on lately? But since he signed up, I guess he is ready to play. This guy is very good, and I think he could disappoint some people in this group, he will need to try his best tho, I see you maybe going in with a w/c or not going in at all, but hey you can prove me wrong.
qierk - Jordy is a very good player, this guy just needs to get it in his head that he is also in one of the hardest groups. He will need to try his best to go into playoffs. I see you coming possibly with a w/c. Dont upset me bro, you can win, you just need to play like always, and you might come in the top 3.
Skills_ - Craig one of the best yahoo! players. This guy can win vs anyone and I mean anyone he just needs to try.Only thing I see upsetting him is if he loses 1 game, he might give up, thats the only thing this guy needs to work on. but other then that, I don't really see people upsetting you in this group other then Joey and maybe Steve. but I see you going into playoff's in 1st or 2nd in your group.
mvp_n00b - Steve is a very good player, last season he went 2-2 only losing to Craig and Scott. I think he could of done so much better, he hasn't been on for a while so he might be rusty but if he plays how he usually did, he can do damage in this group. Only see Joey, Craig and maybe Jordy causing you problems here. and if you dont play like you did, you might be saying good bye to playoff's unless you get a w/c.
Pecking Order - 1. Craig 2.Joey 3.Jordy 4.Sukio 5.Steve 6.AJ
Group G (Ben)
YLEGEND - LOL the YLEGEND lives!! Cameron is a 100% runner who can sometimes struggle if people know how to safety him well. If Cameron matches up versus another run type player, then Cameron can match up real good and possibly win. I can see Cameron finishing anywhere from 2nd to 4th in this group, but I think you will finish towards the lower part.
R_ook - Watching JT is like watching a train wreck at times. He can be looking smooth and like a solid player, and then BOOM... he misses an easy shot or makes a silly mistake. Still, JT is a good guy and plays his best, but I think he will struggle in this fairly strong group, unless he can get a win or two early and gain some confidence, but I do not think he will.
underdogg_ - Arguably the best player in pool, Ant should and is obviously the favorite to win this group. Once he is in rhythm he can run 3-4 tables in a row and you find yourself in a hole and almost impossible to comeback. Nothing more to say except he should take first with maybe Brian being his toughest opponent.
lxl_blaze_lxl - Craig, I believe has just came back a few months ago since disappearing for almost a year. From playing with him I remember he was solid shooter, not the worst, not the best. He preferred 5 sec pool but could still play no timer. His game skills are decent, nothing too impressive, but he should be able to compete in some of these matches and make things interesting at times, even though I still believe he finishes at the lower end of this group.
x_i_am_me_x - I have seen Alex play a few matches, but have never actually matched up against him myself. I can see he is a good runner who can hang with anyone, so I think Alex will be in a battle to make the playoffs but will have to try and beat Ant or Brian, otherwise he will probably need to win the rest of his matches if he loses to both.
spc_shogun - Brian is a smart player who plays the tables the best he can, and takes what is given to him. He has a smooth overall run and snooker game, and should fare well in this group come playoff time. Look for Brian to make the playoffs, with maybe some challenges from a few players, but should have no problem advancing to playoffs.
Pecking Order - 1.Ant 2.Brian 3.Alex 4.Cameron 5.Craig 6.JT
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