1999: Wade CRANE vs. Danny DILIBERTO - DERBY CITY CLASSIC I: ONE-POCKET DIVISION

From the very first ever DERBY CITY CLASSIC, this TREASURE is pure GOLD! You have heard his voice many, many times commenting on Accu-Stats' videos, but have you ever seen him play?? From 1999, FIVE-time Hall of Famer Danny DILIBERTO, 64 at the time, squares off against Wade CRANE aka "Billy Johnson", 55, - the only person to score a 1.000 Accu-Stats TPA in a finals match - in a different kind of "tale of the tape". ...And in this cornah!...
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[@harleydon]

Thanks again Pat for all the matches. It was great to see Danny D play.

[@AccuStats]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@kerrmoney]

Danny D! Our favorite , most ragged on commentator ever! Finally get to see his stroke, instead of hear it...lol......as always thanks to pat and jay and everyone at accu-stats best vids in pool forever now!

[@AccuStats]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@wombra8314]

"ragged" ❤️✊😊

[@supersam1914]

That was easily one of the best one pocket tournament matches I’ve ever seen thanks Pat

[@AccuStats]

My pleasure!

[@hellyeah2299]

I got to watch Wade "Billy Johnson" Crane play a lot of pool at Comer's in Knoxville, TN back in the 90's when I was a teen. I even got to take a few lessons from him. He is still to this day the greatest player I've ever seen live. When he was at his best he was virtually unbeatable.

[@75patience]

I’m with Danny’s daughter Jeanette. Danny is quite the character, but aren’t most pool players. He calls it just like he sees it. I’ve watched so many videos he has commented on. He really knows his stuff about this game. And many others. Also he definitely knows the moves of one pocket. Also I will add that Wade Crane had one of the most explosive and powerful breaks in pool. His cue ball would hop up about two feet in the air when he broke and then would sit in the center of the table as the balls would find their way to the pocket. Also he had a race to 9 where he shot a thousand. That’s what I was told anyway. Rest In Peace Wade “Billy Johnson” Crane.

[@bonhzeppelin55]

Hi Jeanette! I've always enjoyed your father's commentary, especially in the late 1980's! I loved how your dad relentlessly barbed [in a humorous way] Bill "Cardone" [as Grady Matthews would call him]. Billy would sometimes get on my nerves with his opinions, and I enjoyed Danny proving him wrong. I'd put your Dad up there with Grady in terms of pool knowledge and commentary. THE BEST! Regarding Boom Boom Crane... Buddy Hall was commentating a match - I forget who with - but it was a Crane vs Sigel match - i think. Buddy was talking about a 9 ball Tournament Wade was playing in and later won. Boom Boom was in Dead Stroke perfectly squatting the cue ball, as you said, running out taking down his opponents. Not sure if it was the finals but Buddy had to play him. Wade got a huge lead on him, and Buddy said he normally wants to get back to the table, but after the barrage of perfect pool Wade laid on him, he didn't even want to come back to the table. Lol. I'm not quoting him word for word, but it's essentially what he said. Hope you and Pop are doing well during C-19!

[@rackyballboa5744]

Great match! I like seeing great players I've heard about but never seen in competition. Keep uploading matches from back in the day, I do appreciate it.

[@AccuStats]

More to come!

[@nwmopointhunter638]

What a match both played well I’d like to see more of Danny’s matches he is just as good to watch playing as he is commentating along side Billy or Mark. Great Classic Match

[@_I_KNOW_HOW_THE_FLOWERS_FELT_]

* 😯 THANK YOU SINCERELY MR. FLEMMING FOR UPLOADING AND SHARING THIS GREAT PIECE OF HISTORY !! - I ASKED YOU IF YOU COULD PLEASE UPLOAD SOMETHING OF MR. CRANE / A.K.A. " MR. BILLY J. " AND YOU SURE DELIVERED !! - AND MR. " DOUBLE D. " AS A OPPONENT IS JUST A EXTRA ADDED BONUS - I'M ALMOST ASHAMED TO ADMIT THAT I HAVE NEVER SEEN EITHER OF THESE LEGENDARY PLAYERS PLAY AT ALL ( IN PERSON NOR ON VIDEO ) - EXCUSE MY ... YET ... DAMN I LOVE OUR SPORT !! - STRAIGHT POOL - ONE POCKET - BANKS AND 9 BALL ... ACTION !! - I AM ALL ALONE AT 2:56 AM WATCHING THIS - MY WORLD IS CRASHING DOWN UPON ME ... YET WATCHING THIS VIDEO ... AT THIS SPECIFIC MOMENT IN TIME ... I AM A VERY HAPPY MAN !! - THANK YOU SINCERELY ONCE AGAIN MR. FLEMMING AND ACCU-STATS VIDEO PRODUCTIONS !!!! - PLEASE KEEP THESE GREAT VIDEOS WITH LEGENDARY PLAYERS COMING !!! 😉👍👍😉 *

[@AccuStats]

I'm so glad that you are enjoying these great slices of history. Thank you!

[@jerrylawson9003]

Gorgeous tables. Are those the dreaded deep shelf Diamonds? Danny is a legend and lead an amazing life. He is a throwback to when men were tough and competitive and not trying to hug on other dudes.

[@williamhall7349]

That's right!

[@williamhall7349]

Yes thanks to those who upload these old school players from back in the day growing up I used to frequent weenie Beenies pool room and it's great to hear his voice great memories

[@TonyB4679]

Amen brother, I grew up playing in 80s 90s and we called it BOOTCAMP …. Nobody showed you anything, you had to pay to learn , basically donate to learn !!!! Lol No hugs lol

[@whoamifoo9075]

Well that match surely was a treasure. Thank you.

[@AccuStats]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnpoccia4981]

Thanks for this match Good to see danny play never seen matches with him

[@jselectronics8215]

OMG, Shannon in the opening proves an object in motion tends to stay in motion.

[@derrickallen2054]

One of the most exciting 1pkt matches I've ever seen.

[@azbdizzy4176]

I've heard a lot of Danny's commentary but this is the first time I've seen him play.

[@alcoholya]

Much easier on the ear balls...

[@dhoey98]

Wow what a great match. I've always enjoyed hearing Danny do the commentary on these matches, but have never gotten to watch him play so that was nice. I am from Georgia, my family is from around Knoxville, and I had friends thay grew up in Robbinsville so I have always been very familiar with Wade crane I've never gotten to watch him play. Great match.

[@AccuStats]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nickpatrick7021]

Terrific match. They don't get much closer. Thanks Pat

[@AccuStats]

Our pleasure!

[@xtill57]

I took lessons from Wade in 1996, this brought back a lot of memories. Great to see him play again. Keep them coming.

[@geeman509]

what a great match, and again with the awesome commentary

[@AccuStats]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@henningsvensson4665]

What a match! Wade Cranes offense was just outstanding as was Dilibertos. One pocket isn't my favourite game, but I loved this.

[@josihd6918]

Shannon Daulton's break in the intro xD

[@djamo1969]

I always have to play it from the beginning just because of that. Haha

[@simplelife5987]

It was an exciting match! Really enjoyed it!

[@AccuStats]

Yes it was!

[@_I_KNOW_HOW_THE_FLOWERS_FELT_]

* 🙏 Mr. Charles Frazier Stanley ( Pastor ) Born 1932 in Virginia & Mr. Billy Paul Staton / Mr. William "Bill" Paul Staton - A.K.A. " Weenie-Bennie " Born 1928 in North Carolina sound very similar - Both have a very calm - Intellectual and Comforting voices 🙏 *

[@MrJdsenior]

GREAT MATCH! Some killer shooting there, both sides. Every time I thought they were down and out, they weren't.

[@CKC-gk2dh]

Take note, pool world. Notice what excellent shape Danny D is in at age 64! It's so important to take care of the body (and mind) if you want to continue to be a good pool player beyond age 40.

[@RichardsWorld]

I had to look him up after hearing him being a commentator so much. He used to also be a professional boxer with almost a perfect record.

[@djamo1969]

@@RichardsWorld And he’s bowled a 300 game. Pretty good athlete.

[@paulross9287]

​@@RichardsWorldDoesn't look like a boxer to my eye, but he definitely was.

[@jasonparker6138]

Awesome. I've never seen either of these guys shoot before even though they're both legends.

[@fexurbis123]

"Friction! Friction!"

[@themonk51]

Thank you, Pat.

[@AccuStats]

You're welcome!

[@PrincessClick1]

Thanks for the upload of this very enjoyable match. Off the table, Danny was such a funny guy.

[@AccuStats]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@andrewhaas422]

Thank you. I used to have a one pocket match Steve Cook vs Steve Miz. Grady, Danny, Freddy and maybe Buddy commentating ! I watched it hundred times at least

[@adamflores5027]

The good ole days thanks for sharing

[@MrDinoboy1]

I miss all those guy's too. Especially my dad!

[@djamo1969]

@@MrDinoboy1 I heard somewhere that your dad taught Efren Reyes one pocket. Is that true?

[@MrDinoboy1]

@@djamo1969 Yes, it was back in the eighties at the Chicago Billiard Cafe. Efren gave him a lot of credit for it too.

[@djamo1969]

@@MrDinoboy1 How cool. I'm sure your childhood was filled with many great memories!

[@TonyB4679]

RIP Wade my friend 💯🙏

[@billysikes1374]

Miss him a lot

[@chrischamberlain836]

I knew Billy Johnson "AKA Wade Crane" for years. Really good guy , may he Rest In Peace

[@arc-sd8sk]

lmfao @ the dude breaking in the opening sequence

[@Nate-Dogggg]

Shannon daulton, a very good player

[@arc-sd8sk]

@@Nate-Dogggg hell yeah he is

[@blueak3339]

I replayed that 15 times

[@TheBamChug]

RIP Wade....I miss you, dude.

[@shadmonk]

always wondered what danny looks like. its like i imagined)

[@davidbehrens4760]

I always pictured him looking like Lou Holtz

[@lindastevens3547]

I saw Danny play in the early 80s. HOF player. I saw Wade play as well. Jean Balukas had him 6-1 in a 9 ball tournament, race to 9 and Crane won with amazing play. Billy....always top commentary.

[@bryandunn4317]

fantastic game. i came across this cause i was wondering who danny was from hearing him commentate on other games i have watched.

[@dwaynehendricks7842]

Wow, what a match!

[@ruskyhrahsel7723]

Great match

[@beefonweckeastside3323]

I met Danny at Hollywood Billiards on 441 in Hollywood Florida solid guy

[@beauperry5909]

Awesome match!!!!!

[@MrADVANCEDTEK]

Great match!

[@jerryshaw9300]

wonderful match

[@southsidejonny9997]

Impressive game Wade

[@donsmith3857]

wade crane was potent offensively---great match from both players

[@donsmith3857]

great match--wade always did bring the offense

[@redringofdeathgamer]

I like the consultant idea. I know more than I can shoot.

[@djamo1969]

Lol, you and me both!

[@joeahopelto8032]

I knew Danny D. when he was house pro at the Golden Eight Ball in Phoenix Arizona. Has not only a great player but also an excellent teacher. Not many reach his level in any sport.

[@southsidejonny9997]

Dan the man

[@SQ_og]

Diliberto crushed it under incredible pressure.

[@f18a]

Wicked

[@geeman509]

WOW!

[@Abard3480]

Good match

[@jowinewbandz7056]

Bill Incardona didn't even pronounce his own name correctly at the intro. He said Bill Incardonas, with an S.....haha.

[@chriscripplercruz1833]

We know Diane from when she dated Berle gabbard back when he owned Knoxville billiards club she would work there sometimes very nice woman and played well many years ago she came back to Knoxville billiards club and Wade was with her and he left a sneaky Pete there we use it sometimes when one of us leave a cue somewhere

[@mortvid]

That is the solid Cocobolo table I believe they only made that one. It came for sale in 2008 and went to Mexico. Most beautiful table diamond or anyone for that matter ever made.

[@bladjeajfk4jakjd]

I own a cocobolo diamond. Purchased in 2014.

[@mortvid]

@@bladjeajfk4jakjd Did you buy it new that year? How much was it? thanks

[@bladjeajfk4jakjd]

mortvid yes brand new. it’s a pro am though. 6k but i’m local to diamond

[@dwaynehendricks7842]

Gorgeous table!

[@user-cp7nn2yi7o]

Any plans to upload any Ronnie Allen? I think it would get a ton of views and be great information to make available for the younger players

[@AccuStats]

We have a Mizerak/Allen match, but only playing 9-Ball. In time, you'll see it.

[@TonyB4679]

I played Ronnie A at CJs place in 1992 Dallas Tx . Gave him 10-7 but he played ONE HANDED , I still didn’t like it lol 😂

[@user-cp7nn2yi7o]

@@TonyB4679 howd that turn out ? I think I already know the answer lol

[@user-cp7nn2yi7o]

@@AccuStats I believe there’s several matches of Allen playing one hole that I own on VHS from you. . Not sure if they still exist in a way you can digitize them. I think KZbin Adsense would be more profitable than video sales for you company. You used to have a preview of him playing Gay on here but it’s been deleted. Not to sound young , which I am not. But digitizing and presenting those matches on here is what will allow your company to survive in this changing market 😇

[@djamo1969]

26:51 Great call by Weanie Beanie!

[@southsidejonny9997]

That's old school.

[@johnbarrington2526]

So Danny is like 88 now?

[@djamo1969]

Yep. 87 or 88. Don’t know when his birthday is.

[@dustman96]

Friction!

[@ronplaja892]

So did he win a title in the 2000’s?

[@AccuStats]

Not sure. I'll ask him.

[@danlee8161]

Hey Pat can you post some gary spaeth bank pool some of these younger folks dont know who the best is !!

[@AccuStats]

He's on our Treasure Tuesday list.

[@danlee8161]

@@AccuStats thank you!!

[@twitdiotinchief399]

Gary knows Bugs Rucker though

[@danlee8161]

@@twitdiotinchief399 I know and donny Anderson or the Real Cincinnati kid.

[@jimryan2506]

Would see Gary Spaeth on Wed nights at a blind draw scotch doubles tournament at Vince's in Mt Healthy, Ohio back in the 80's. An amazing player. I used to joke about how I put him out of the tourny once...he drew me as a partner!!!

[@WholeinADot]

I am amazed where you guys keep this video for long time and just released today

[@AccuStats]

This video has been available for 20 years on DVD at accu-stats.com. Great match!

[@WholeinADot]

@@AccuStats yeah makes sense. I almost forgot about DVD's Era 😂 Tyvm

[@shortydancer]

Accu-Stats Video Productions thank you for documenting pool history!

[@billysikes1374]

Wish there was some matches with Jon Dovinski, man was he smooth

[@Salesman]

What a beautiful table. Is diamond still making this table? Way better looking than the standard one seen all over the place today.

[@tgh223]

yes

[@chriscripplercruz1833]

Lol talking about only having 11 tables and only 140 in the one pocket tournament man things sure have changed for Derby City lol

[@robertmeadows1657]

Billy Incardona bails out the feminist movement.

[@BarBoxRob]

Does anyone know what kind of cue that ethier one is using here

[@christopherwelsh7008]

At 41:00 Danny banks the 5 ball to his pocket, but the 2 that was hanging in Wade's pocket disappears while off-screen. How did the 2 go in and still bank the 5?

[@alistairs8495]

I looked it up: because Danny legally made a ball in his own pocket, the 2 ball counts for Mr. Crane and his inning continues.

[@christopherwelsh7008]

@@alistairs8495 You misunderstood my comment. I don't understand HOW the 2 ball was pocketed on Danny's attempt to bank the 5. If the 5 touches the 2 on the shot, there should be no way to bank the 5 into Danny's pocket. I wonder if just the thump of the 5 on the rail was enough to make the hanging 2 ball barely topple in without any ball-to-ball contact? We will never know.

[@guymanges3628]

All one pocket does is make an excellent pocket player look like they don't know what they are doing. Is this the object of the game ? I do understand offense and defense.

[@andrewmeneely9774]

WADE PLAYED POWER OFFENSE ONE POCKET ! GET OUT FROM ANYWHERE ! Made you SCARED too play ANYTHING ! A CONSERVATIVE PLAYERS NIGHTMARE !

[@HanoiHustler]

Greatest sport on earth. Play a race to 40 over 3 days for 25,000 dollars.

[@Blessed.2.Teach.4God]

No doubt Danny played well, but dang his stroke & jumpy-ness were def a little iffy... Stunning Diamond table.

[@dandillon3401]

Thatll tend to happen in your 60's

[@Sean-ry9ld]

I watched this video bcs danny wasnt commentating

[@jselectronics8215]

Left him a bank...

[@paulross9287]

Haha 😂