Modern Pool: Technique, Training and Tactics - Softcover

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Ralph Eckert (born 03/28/1965) is the first certified „International European Instructor". A columnist of high acclaim for various billiard magazines, his books have set the highest standards in Europe. More than just an instructor, Ralph Eckert is undoubtedly considered a top European player. His first excursions in the late 80's and early 90's to some Professional Tour tournaments were well rewarded with finishes in the money ranks. Ralph Eckert started playing billiards in 1982, joined the national team in 1988 and appeared in many renowned international tournaments, such as the Professional 9-Ball World Championships in Cardiff 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2003. In 1999 he landed his first EURO TOUR titel in Antalya on LIVE TV. This, together with other successes in the European 9-Ball Tour 2000, secured him the European crown. Highly regarded as a world class trick-shot artist, he has repeatedly performed to enthusiastic audiences in many parts of the world. His trophy cabinet includes several official WPA Artistic Pool titels, such as: European Stroke Champion 2003, US-Open Novelty Shot Champion 2003, World Master in Bank & Kick Shots 2004 and World Champion in Trick & Fancy Shots 2004! Furthermore, Ralph Eckert attended courses in Sport Psycology, Mental Training, Attention & Focus Training, etc. at the University of Heidelberg.