ANDRÈ “SHARIVARI” SCHICKLING

Andre Schickling, known more by the pool world as Sharivari, is an influencer, JFlowers ambassador, pool coach, and professional pool player.

He is one of the biggest influential figures in social media, with hundreds of thousands of followers across all social media platforms.

As a young child, playing pool held a special place in his heart, often spending hours at the local pool hall with his father. However, as he grew older, his passion for the game waned, playing only sporadically until it became a once-a-year occurrence. Despite this, he harbored regret, understanding that true success in any endeavor requires dedicated training from a young age.

At 23, his perspective shifted when he discovered pool clubs where he could compete with players beyond his father’s level. Joining proved transformative; he was a novice, familiar only with 8-Ball and basic shot techniques. Yet, this decision reignited his passion for the game, leading to a profound realization of its complexity and beauty.

In 2018, Sharivari started posting pool tips and lessons on YouTube, which eventually garnered a huge following as the years went on. As of 2024, Sharivari has over 500,000 subscribers on YouTube, over 150,000 followers on Instagram, and over 240,000 followers on TikTok.

Sharivari has also evolved into a formidable player, winning numerous tournaments and imparting his wisdom to a broad audience, mentoring over a hundred students, thus significantly shaping his own growth in the sport while enhancing the games of others through his online presence.