Yep. Gleason could really play. He grew up in pool halls. If you really watch the Hustler, you can tell his shots aren't done by a double. There is a funny story. Newman thought he was getting pretty good(being taught by Musconi) so he bet Gleason $50. Gleason starts off with some incredible run(120-130 something) Newman calls "uncle". The next day, Newman paid him in pennies. LOL!!