Rodney Morris
On October 9, 2020, TSPN: The Social Pool Network announces its appointment of new CEO, Rodney Morris.
Hall of Fame Inductee, “Rocket” Rodney Morris, has an extensive history in Professional Billiards. Mr. Morris has earned over 14 major titles, represented the United States in the Mosconi Cup 10 times and was named the Mosconi Cup MVP in 2004, and has won numerous professional events. A few of his titles include:
1996 Grand Prix de Puerto Rico
1996 US Open Nine-ball Championship
2001, 2004 Reno Open
2003 World Pool League (Warsaw, Poland) 2003-2008 Mosconi Cup (MVP 2004)
2004, 2006, 2010 Seminole Florida Pro Tour Stop 2004 Houston Open
2006 UPA Pro Tour Championship (Las Vegas, NV)
2007 SE Open 9-Ball Tour Stop
2007 Seminole Pro Tour Steve Mizerak Championship
2008 World Cup of Pool (Outland, Rotterdam)
2008 Quezon City Invasion (Manila, Philippines)
2011 Interpool Open 9-ball (Gävle, Sweden)
2011 Turning Stone Classic XVII
2013 US Open 10-Ball
Based on his Character, and relationships with fellow players, the United States men’s professional governing body designated him as the United Pool Players Association (UPA) Lead Player Representative.
TSPN, (the first combination of Professional and Amateur Billiard League with a compensation plan designed to pay members for building the league), offered Morris this position:
Former TSPN CEO, Allan Hendrickson said this of Morris: “He’s got incredible intuition and the best combination of compassion and competition I’ve ever met. The future of TSPN is in good hands.”
When asked about the opportunity, Morris had this to say: “I’m so excited to be given this opportunity. I truly believe in The Social Pool Network and look forward to seeing what wonderful partnerships and fun creations are in store for the future of pool. Our current and future members are connecting so many people through this beautiful game of ours! This is the beginning of a new era, and the sky is not even the limit.”
TSPNs CFO, Vern McGee, who initiated the move had this to say about Morris: “I am excited and proud to welcome “Rocket” Rodney Morris as the new CEO of TSPN. He has many great ideas to make pool great again. Come rock with the Rocket and TSPN!”
As his first order of business, Mr. Morris is launching the TSPN Team League option as well as the Saratoga Rocket RunOut Series, where players can play in remote satellite tournaments without the need of an opponent.
Morris will replace founding CEO, Allan Hendrickson.
For further information or to inquire about establishing TSPN Team Leagues in your area, contact TSPNs’ Chief Operating Officer, Tanya Mapes-Stremler at (616) 822-5172 or Facebook Messenger: @Tanya Mapes-Stremler.
