The Natural: The Story of Patsy Houlihan, the Greatest Snooker Player
You Never Saw is the compelling story of a man who potted balls fast and
potted them hard. South Londoner Patsy Houlihan was one of the top
amateurs of the 1950s and 60s as well as the greatest hustler of all
time. He should have been a major player on the world stage, but the
professional game was a closed shop and the likes of Patsy weren't
welcome. However, in the smoke-filled snooker halls of the backstreets
of working-class Britain, populated by tough men seeking to make a quick
buck from the game they loved, Patsy was a folk hero and an inspiration
to a generation of players, including his close friend Jimmy White. This
is the story of the greatest snooker player who never reached the big
time, but whose exploits, adventures and skills guaranteed him
immortality in the minds and imaginations of those lucky enough to have
seen him play. The Natural brings to life the story of a forgotten
snooker pioneer and master entertainer.