Billiards Digest August 2012

<b>FEATURES</b><br>
30 AND THE AWARDS GO TO...Not necessarily known for cutting-edge technology, billiards has plentu of slick destinations on the Web. by BD Staff<br>
36 THRILLING FINALE: Darren Appleton's win at the World 9-Ball Championship had its up and downs, but the Brit finished on the highest note. by Ted Lerner<br>
40 REAPING REWARDS: Before her win at the World 9-Ball Championship in China, Kely Fisher paid her dues and put in plenty of hard work. by Ted Lerner<br>

<b>COLUMNS</b><br>
10 FROM THE PUBLISHER: Good to the Corr. Mike Panozzo<br>
60 TIPS & SHAFTS: The Polish Prince. George Fels<br>

<b>DEPARTMENTS</b><br>
6 YESTERYEAR: Mike Sigel hits new heights in tournament earnings.<br>
8 BD NEWS: WPBA star Karen Corr is heading to the BCA Hall of Fame.<br>
10 AD INDEX: Your guide to BD's advertisers.<br>
12 WINGSHOTS: Controversy returns to the Philippines with a disputed election. Plus, check out You Make the Call and Numbers Game.<br>
15 STROKE OF GENIUS: Tony Ellin overcomes an awkward angle for a carom on the 9.<br>
44 CHRONICLES by Mike Shamos: Tournament announces are an interest artistic medium.<br>
50 TOURNAMENTS: Taiwan's dominant run at the World Team Championships ends with a title-clinching shutout of the Japanese squad.<br>
54 TOUR SPOTTING: The ACUI Collegiate Championship went to two first-timers. Plus, the tour Spotlight on Bucky Souvanthong.<br>
56 REGIONAL RANKINGS: Spy the top players from tours across the country.<br>
57 MARKETPLACE: Take a look at our retail and poolroom partners.<br>
58 FELT FORUM: Check out the newest products from industry leaders.<br>

<b>Instruction</b><br>
18 Quick Hits:Be confident when close to the rail. Plus, On the Spot, Straight Talk and a side-pocket-centric exercise in Drill Bits.<br>
20 Nick Varner. Strategies<br>
22 Larry Schwartz. Stripes & Solids<br>
25 Bob Jewett. Tech Talk<br>
26 Andy Segal. Trick Shots<br>
28 David Alciatore. Illustrated Principles