Nickname: The Scorpion

Home town: Acworth, Ga

Date and place of birth: November 12, 1968 Waycross, Ga.

Family: Melanie (wife), Lee (son ), LeeAnne (daughter).

Wins / high finishes in last 12 months: Turning Stone Casino, 4th place US Open.

Career achievements: 4-Time World Champion, US Open Champion.

Biggest disappointment: Losing to in the Finals of the US Open.

Favourite pool player (one only): Nick Varner.

Cues used: Scorpion Break, Jump and Playing Cue.

Hobbies Golf, family, watching sports.

Like about pool: It's exciting to be at the top of your profession and enjoy making a living at what you love.

Dislike about pool: All the travelling away from the family.

Occupation other than pool: Pool Room Owner.

Describe yourself: Someone who wants the most out of life every day