Biography

Rico has toured the world as a champion pool player for over 25 years since he was 15! During this time he has won 8 Bronze, 4 Silver and 3 Gold medals at the European Pool Championships and was funded by the Dutch Olympic Committee. Considered the pioneer of professional pool in the Netherlands, he is part of their “golden generation”, which has now spawned top pool stars such as Nick van den Berg, Niels Feijen and Alex Lely.

He featured regularly in World Championships matches live on Sky Sports & ESPN StarSports in front of live viewing audiences of over 50 million, has graced billboards all over Asia and is also regarded as one of the most feared hustlers in the world. As a coach he was a victorious vice captain twice on the European Mosconi Cup team, broadcasted live on Sky Sports and has given lessons worldwide. He has taught Bond girls, various other celebrities and even snooker superstar Ronnie O’Sullivan asked Rico for advice on pool!

His spectacular Trick Shots show has been seen all over the World. From the islands of Indonesia, all over the US, Europe and in front of MP’s at the Houses of Parliament he has left audiences amazed and entertained. Through his Ricochet Pool Events company he has organised and hosted over 500 corporate pool events and has featured as an expert on the BBC, ITV, History Channel, on various commercials and has been on set as a pool advisor on major Hollywood films.

 

Useful links to:

Corporate Pool Events video

Trick Shots display

Guest Trick Shots video

Showreel

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