Melinda Bailey
Gordy Vanderveer
I n t e r v i e w Gordy Vanderveer is one of those pool players you love to be around because he enjoys life, has a great attitude, and is a very smart and talented player. He is a sought-after billiards instructor and I am delighted you all get to know him better!
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efore I start asking questions, I thought a great treat for an intro would be insight about Gordy from Mark Wilson, Coach at Lindenwood University Billiards: Gordy has always been passionate about billiards and that has led him into becoming an outstanding player who is still interest-
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ed in becoming even better. Additionally, Gordy possesses tremendous personal character, which all too often is in short supply in modern society. The above attributes make him a credit to the sport and part of our “family.”
Q: Where did you grow up? A: Davenport & Bettendorf Iowa.