Billiards Star Shanelle Loraine to Represent Poison Cues

Poison Cues has selected Shanelle Loraine to represent their Poison lines. Loraine is one of the bright new faces of the pool world, bringing her glamorous beauty and passion for the game to audiences worldwide.

"Shanelle is an up and coming woman's player who's started on a journey to become world class. Poison is the most sophisticated cue at its price range , benefiting from the Predator Group engineering and designed for players just getting into the game. Poison Cues also have a unique look and design unlike any other cue out there.  That's what makes Shanelle and Poison a terrific match." comments Philippe Singer, VP Marketing for the Predator Group.
 
   
Since her debut in the pool world one year ago in Korea, she first made headlines by defeating Jeanette Lee live on national television at the Dragon Promotions Women's World Pool Cup. People immediately begin to search for more info on this talented Guamanian beauty and Loraine became the most searched topic online in Korea for days. Soon after she finished second place only to Ga Young Kim in the MBC ESPN Women's Ultimate Trick Shot Challenge, besting a field of players that included top players Miyuki Sakai, Yu Ram Cha, Isabelle Krafczyk, and Jeanette Lee.

"Of course she has obvious out of this world looks, almost like a cartoon character. But at the Korea vs The World she really impressed me. I captained the World Team and got to interact as a teammate. It was her first team event and she did an outstanding job of holding her nerves and made some crucial shots for us." says World Champion Mika Immonen, "She is also one of the coolest most down to earth people I have ever met."

Poison Cues has made a tremendous impact since its unveiling less than one year ago. Sales have boomed not only in the US, but rocketed internationally as well making waves in China, Spain, Korea, Japan, and more.

"Predator invited me to their Christmas Party and a tour of their factory. It's amazing the amount of engineering and work that goes into all their products. I fell in love with Poison's sleek design and craftsmanship." said Shanelle Loraine. "All the people at Predator Group are not only professional, but so kind and cool to be around. I am so honored to be a part of their well respected company."

Shanelle plays with the Arsenic 6, and uses the VX 2.9 Jump Break Cue. She is currently coached by Charlie Williams and Wayne Catledge of Orlando, and has had instruction with legends such as Mike Massey, Mika Immonen, and the great 3 Cushion master Semih Sayginer. Shanelle trains in 9-Ball and 3-Cushion and is managed by Dragon Promotions.
Visit www.shanelleloraine.com

Poison is considered to be the most advanced engineered cue at its price range. That fact combined with unparalleled looks and design makes Poison the hottest cue on the market.  Poison comes with Uni-Loc technology and makes it an easy transition for players to develop and later add Predator 314 and Z shaft advancements to their Poison. Poison is a division of The Predator Group. www.poisoncues.com

Come meet Shanelle Loraine in person when she appears at the Poison Booth at the entrance of the Super Billiards Expo in Valley Forge,PA from March 13-16, 2008. Shanelle will be taking free challenges from fans and signing pictures. 
   

Photo Courtesy Julius Mayo Photography JuliusMayojr.com , Dragon Promotions & www.Playphoto.co.kr