In this compelling second installment of our five-part conversation with World Snooker and Billiard Hall of Famer Allison Fisher, we dive into the powerful personal journey that shaped her into one of the most decorated cue sport champions in history.

Allison opens up about her early life in England, painting a vivid picture of her upbringing, her parents’ profound influence—both inspiring and complex—and how a dramatic family shift ultimately set her on a path to greatness. From backyard tetherball showdowns with her father to her relentless determination to prove doubters wrong, we uncover the grit and resilience behind her success.

Listeners are treated to behind-the-scenes stories from Allison’s early snooker days, including her historic matchroom experience playing against the top male players in the world—Steve Davis, Stephen Hendry, Jimmy White, and more. She candidly reflects on the challenges of competing in a male-dominated sport and the mental toughness required to not just belong—but to win.

Allison also shares insights into her breakthrough sponsorship as a teenager, her early media appearances, and what it meant to represent women in cue sports on the biggest stages, from TV studios to packed snooker halls. With honesty, wit, and humility, she recounts legendary victories, character-building losses, and the impact of iconic figures like Barry Hearn.

This episode is rich with storytelling, history, and inspiration—whether you’re a fan of snooker, pool, or the journey of a pioneer who never stopped pushing boundaries.

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"Legends of the Cue" is a pool history podcast featuring interviews with Pool Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around pocket billiards. We also plan to highlight memorable pool brands, events and venues. Focusing on the positive aspects of the sport, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by WPA and BCA Hall of Fame member Allison Fisher, Mosconi Cup player and captain Mark Wilson, our podcast focuses on telling the life stories of pool's greatest, in their voices. Join Allison, Mark and Mike Gonzalez for “Legends of the Cue.”