Morro wins 5th Annual Jay Swanson Memorial.

Morro staring intently at Tang Hoa after locking him up. Mark Griffin judging the hit. Tang Hoa spun the cue ball through minimal space for a good hit and a locked up safety.

College Billiards was packed with 118 players and San Diego's faithful spectators. The annual Jay Swanson Memorial Tournament is fast becoming one of the premier west coast events. The dueling cueists traveled from over 6 states to fight for the $9,400 prize fund.

Ismael (Morro) Paez, the 1999 champ became the first repeat winner of this event. Runner up John Schmidt captured second in his first appearance. Dave Hemmah (1996 champ) took 3rd with Tang Hoa (2000 defending champ) settling for fourth place.

Morro masse's out of the trap (but scratches).

Between 75 to 100 spectators returned sunday to watch the non-stop action of the top 32. The talent loaded field did not disappoint. Several matches were hill-hill slug fests.

This event, always held one week before the Super Bowl, has expanded to a 128 player field. Next year, 16 additional tables will be available to speed up the event. If you want to be added to the advance mailing list, call 1-800-544-2246, email msgriffco@aol.com, or fax 907-243-4306