Why Do the Pros Choose Tiger?
Tiger offers a winning combination of excellence. With Team Tiger comprising of 100% champions, players know they're joining a league of elite athletes who trust Tiger for their game. Tiger products are built to perform at the highest level, providing players with the reliability and precision they need to excel on the table. From top-notch tips, shafts, cues, to a wide range of thoughtfully designed accessories, Tiger has established itself as the go-to brand in the industry, delivering unmatched premium quality that caters to the demands of players worldwide.
DARREN “DYNAMITE” APPLETON
A little bit about yourself:
I am kind, caring and determined to succeed. I'm down to earth and never forget where I come from. I believe in treating everyone with respect and I like to have a good sense of humor. I like to lead from the front and get things done. I'm also very competitive!
What does being a Team Tiger player mean to you?
It means a lot to join Team Tiger. I've had a long friendship and a lot of respect for Tony (Tiger CEO.) When the opportunity came along, it was a no brainer for me. I love the team and more importantly believe in the products so it makes me excited for what’s ahead.
Fun Fact:
I like playing pranks on people, still got the child in me.
Top 3 Fav Tiger Products:
- The Fortis LD shaft
- Sniper Laminated Cue tips
- HD series cues
TITLES and Achievements:
- Champion with over 50 major titles worldwide
- Former 2X World No 1
- 2x World Player of the Year
- BCA Hall of Fame Inductee in 2017
- Over 300 titles won worldwide
- 8x Mosconi cup member and former MVP
- 2015 World 8-ball Champion
- 2008 World 10-ball Champion
Abram “Too Tall” Diaz
A little bit about yourself:
My name is Abram, many refer to me in the community as “Too Tall”. I’m a full time cue maker and repair technician as well as a World Ranked Artistic Pool Player currently residing in San Diego, California.
What does being a Team Tiger player mean to you?
It’s a great privilege to be a part of Team Tiger. I am honored to part of a team of some of the best players in the world.
Fun Fact:
I once got my thumb stuck in a Delta 13 billiard triangle at the 2010 super billiard expo. It was definitely my most embarrassing moment to date.
Top 3 Fav Tiger Products:
- Sniper Tip
- Tiger X shaft
- Tiger Corona Leather Bridge Head
TITLES and Achievements:
- Former WPA World No.1 Ranked Artistic Pool Player
- 2022 WPA World Trick and Fancy Champion
- 3x WPA World Jump Shot Champion (2022, 2013, and 2012)
- 2x WPA World Stroke Discipline Champion (2022, and 2011)
- 2021 WPA US National Artistic Pool Champion
- 2017 WPA Mexican National Artistic Pool Champion
THEO “Bloodshark” Mihellis
A little bit about yourself:
I started playing Artistic Pool when I was 14 years old and I broke my first Guinness World Record on July 24, 2018 for the highest Jump Pot of a Billiard Ball. I have since broken the record 3 additional times. I have also competed in National and World Artistic Pool Championships.
What does being a Team Tiger player mean to you?
Being a Team Tiger Player gives me an advantage because I truly feel these are the best products on the market. I have had other sponsorship opportunities with different billiard companies but none of them compared to the quality of Tigers cues, chalk, and tips.
Fun Fact:
Aside from Artistic Pool I enjoy and compete in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions and recently got my Blue Belt.
Top 3 Fav Tiger Products:
- Tiger Fortis Shaft with Sniper Tip
- Wings Jump Cue
- Icebreaker
TITLES and Achievements:
- 2024 Masters National Champion
- 2023 Masters National Champion
- 2022 National Championships (3rd Place)
- 2019 World Artistic Pool Championship Runner Up
- Currently Ranked 4th in World in Artistic Pool
- Broke a World Record on the Guinness World Record TV Show in Rome, Italy November 21, 2018
Pedro Pierdrabuena
A little bit about yourself:
My name is Pedro Piedrabuena and I live in San Diego, California where I divide my time managing my business, College Billiards and Cafe and enjoying my passion 3 cushion billiards. I’m always working on improving and being on top of my game.
What does being a Team Tiger player mean to you?
I have been a part of Team Tiger since 2012. From the start, I noticed the quality and performance of Tiger Cues and Tiger Tips. Tiger Cues are different than the ones I used before. The consistency and accuracy of Tiger Cues changed my game for the better. Before Tiger I had won 2 National Championships, a Pan-American Championship and few other tournaments. After playing with Tiger cues and tips I won 10 National Championships, 2 Pan-American Championships, a High Run World Record and dozens of International tournaments.
Fun Fact:
The year I changed to Tiger Cues I played 14 tournaments winning 13 of them including the prestigious Verhoeven Open in New York. The one I did not win I lost the final to the amazing Torbjorn Blomdahl from Sweden.
Top 3 Fav Tiger Products:
- Tiger Cues
- Tiger Tips
- Tiger Gloves
TITLES and Achievements:
- 12 Time USA Champion: 2002, 04, 07, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 21, 22 & 2023
- 3 time Pan-American Champion 2009, 2013 and 2017.
- Verhoeven Open 2012
- Silver medal in the World Cup Netherlands 2000,
- Bronze medal World CupTurkey 2016.
- Bronze medal PBA Panasonic Tournament South Korea 2019.
- High Run World Record World Championship South Korea 2014.
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