Marissa has been playing pool since 1999.  She is a dog person and works for the local non-profit animal shelter.

Marissa started playing pool because, "it is a constant learning process. It challenges me everyday and brings out the competitive champion in me."

Marissa loves most about pool:  The adrenaline rush and the crowd.

Her biggest influence has been her coach, Louis Roybal.  "He has made me want to be not only a better pool player, but a better person," says Marissa.

Marissa has won a ceveted Second Chance Tournament!  It was at Pugsley's Library in Dallas, TX in June of 2005.  Here she is on the left: