In this week's episode of the Lucky Breaks Podcast, we sit down with Steve Kwon, Michael Fernandez, and Josh Watson, the dedicated team behind the revitalized San Diego Cup Pool Tournament series. They discuss their journey from taking over the series from its previous owner, Clint, to envisioning a competitive and inclusive multi-day pool event for the San Diego community. Learn about the diverse tournament formats, exciting future plans, and the growing regional pool scene. The episode also covers insights from their most recent event and teases upcoming changes and surprises. Tune in to hear about the challenges they faced, the community's response, and their passion for the game.

00:00 Introduction to the Lucky Breaks Podcast

00:31 Meet the San Diego Cup Organizers

01:18 History of the San Diego Cup

02:19 Tournament Formats and Inclusivity

03:03 Transition from Library Cup to San Diego Cup

08:47 Qualifying for the SoCal Cup

15:45 Highlights and Successes of the San Diego Cup

22:42 The Reward of Organizing Tournaments

23:02 Ensuring Fairness and Legitimacy

25:02 Adapting and Improving

25:17 Registration and Venue Changes

26:58 Acknowledging Helpers and Volunteers

33:36 Expanding the Community and Future Plans

43:12 Promoting and Thanking Sponsors

43:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Where you can find our guests:

➡️Facebook - San Diego Cup - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575735668114

➡️San Diego Cup Stop #2 Event Page - https://www.facebook.com/events/1289535936119187

➡️Facebook - Awesome SD Pool Player - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558076536227#

➡️YouTube - Awesome SD Pool Player - http://www.youtube.com/@AwesomeSDPoolPlayer

➡️Facebook - Josh Watson - https://www.facebook.com/jwat8457?mibextid=wwXIfr

➡️Facebook - San Diego Central BCA - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563538802917

➡️Facebook - Steve Kwon - https://www.facebook.com/steve.kwons

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