November 12: Commemorating the birth of Johnny Archer, noted American professional pool player

Born on November 12, 1968, Johnny Archer, the American professional pool player, made Acworth, Georgia, his home. Known as “the Scorpion,” Archer dominated the pool scene, winning titles like the WPA World Nine-ball Championship twice in 1992 and 1997, becoming the 1999 US Open champion and earning over 100 professional tournament victories. His prowess earned him accolades like being named Billiards Digest Player of the Decade at the end of the 1990s. Archer’s skills extended beyond the pool table; he was a regular on the US Mosconi Cup team, winning nine times out of seventeen appearances. His achievements also include winning the Texas Hold ‘Em Billiards Championship in 2007 and showcasing his speed pool skills on Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in 2003. Archer’s connection to Acworth, Georgia, deepened as he made it his family’s home with his wife Melanie and two children, leading a life that also embraced his passion for golf, attributing his strong pool break to his experiences on the golf course.