In the early 2000-2010s, Deaf 8 Ball Pool competitions were booming, with Auckland teams regularly going head-to-head with Waikato, Christchurch, and other clubs around the country. The matches were highly competitive and eventually led to Michelle Kruger representing New Zealand in a trans-Tasman showdown against Australia in Brisbane. Michelle reflects on the tactics involved, from blocking strategies in pairs matches to managing time limits under pressure.
From Local Matches to a Trans-Tasman Battle: Michelle’s 8 Ball Journey
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In the early 2000-2010s, Deaf 8 Ball Pool competitions were booming, with Auckland teams regularly going head-to-head with Waikato, Christchurch, and other clubs around the country. The matches were highly competitive and eventually led to Michelle Kruger representing New Zealand in a trans-Tasman showdown against Australia in Brisbane. Michelle reflects on the tactics involved, from blocking strategies in pairs matches to managing time limits under pressure.
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Michelle Kruger
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SignDNA – Deaf National Archive New Zealand, MKADS-02-STO25
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