5-Yr-Old Pool Prodigy

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Published 2012-09-04

Meet Keith O'Dell, a bonafide pool playing prodigy. At just five years old, Keith pockets balls like a pro. The sport is in Keith's genes - his parents play pool, his grandparents play pool, the family even eats dinner on the pool table. His father says Keith was "born to play pool." The question is, how will his incredible talent effect the life ahead of him?

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All Comments (21)

@BenJamin-qx1ok 11 years ago

"I saw that there was money to be made here"... "College these days is really expensive" And a fantastic recovery!
@luigidied 11 years ago

When he said: "i wanna go play", then i realized that "playing" pool wasn't something he was having fun with
@dustinhenderson7097 11 years ago

What's more remarkable than the pool ability this boy has? Answer : The family is together. The grandparents are also in very close contact. They have more kids than the average american family. The dad is spending countless hours communicating to his son. What a great a family to grow up in!!!
@himing02 11 years ago

I wouldn't say he's a prodigy. Just a child that is very interested in something that their parents do everyday. Most often these children wants to meet their expectations of their parents. I hope he further develops his talent.
@Sweet14Summer 11 years ago

Wow these prodigies' parents are so supportive. It's absolutely amazing watching this
@maxvain 11 years ago

So many dads dont spend enough time with their kids, your doing what a dad should do, keep on molding your son's future. Best of luck to your family.
@donlxu 11 years ago

gotta love the parents recognizing his talent and making the most out of it, but at the same time not forcing it upon him
@Dro_gon 10 years ago

So many people mentionining O'Sullivan but the boy is actually not playing snooker.
@cymiamarshall230 11 years ago

when I saw this I could not believe my eyes!, he has a great talent bless his heart.
@saxman112 11 years ago

Wow. For someone at that age playing pool, that is truly amazing!
@laxgalforever20 11 years ago

Wowwwwww. What a talented kid. For real. You guys really are great parents for supporting him with whatever he clooses to do in life
@thnkr 11 years ago

We believe in you, officialODi! Maybe you can pick up a few tricks from Keith Jr.'s game!
@nlilley30068580 11 years ago

what a great dad :)
@carloscosta8359 11 years ago

This kid is AMAZING!!! Continue playing and get better and better. GOOD LUCK :)
@brentw213 11 years ago

Wow, he is awesome! Definately awesome parents for encouraging, but not forcing him to play.
@emilyawesome88 11 years ago

he is sooooo good for his age, his parents must be so proud of him!!!! :D
@gazelle1991 11 years ago

Love the honesty! Best of luck to your family. Your son is AMAZING!
@cheekyv9 11 years ago

Concentration like a 30 year old, but you can still see his 5 year old traits! What an awesome little boy! Just don't grow up too fast!
@TheNimasan 11 years ago

wowwwww!!!! this kid is just unbelievable... he is gonna be a champion one day... mark my words!!!!
@Snbkr 11 years ago

WOW im watching this and I see Gloversville ny!! I grew up there for 15 yrs! almost brought I tear to my eye seeing it again!!!!