Successful players must learn how to practice pool like a pro. Practicing pool is a learned skill just like any other skill in the game of pool. Practicing like a pro means having a plan and taking the appropriate action. Getting a table and playing endless games of 9 ball will keep you playing in …
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Introduction To Straight Stroking Method. Before you learn how to straighten a pool stroke using this method, please understand that this information is contrary to the advice that is often given by other coaches and most instruction books. If you are having problems with straight in shots try it out you might be surprised. We …
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Ok, so who cares about the pool stance? It’s not exciting, it’s just another one of those boring “fundamentals” that I learned about years ago. Hopefully, that is not your opinion but even if it is read on, you could find something that will improve your game. I know that I did once I realized …
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Introduction to the Pool Stroke. So let’s learn together how to improve your pool stroke and take your game to the next level. The pool stroke is one of the most important aspects of playing successful pool. Without a great stroke, you can never produce the needed consistency and accuracy needed for top class play. …
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What Is The Stun Shot? The stun shot is a very exciting shot to learn. This shot gives another dimension to your position play. In its simplest form is just the same as a stop shot but on an angle. When a stop shot is played on an angled shot the white ball will follow …
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Do you need to learn different strokes in pool? The pool stroke and how it affects your shots. Yes you do need at least two different strokes to be able to play all of the shots that will come up in pool games. Introduction. I don’t have a perfect pool stroke which is why I …
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Down the Line Shape – Increase Your Percentages. For instance if your position play takes the white ball “down the line” of the shot just like the diagram above even if you over run your shot by a couple of feet you will still be in line. This can usually be achieved by using a two rail …
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I am talking about the reason for missing easy pool shots even when you thought that everything was lined up perfectly prior to the execution. I am not talking about missing in general terms or the efforts of inexperienced beginners banging balls around the table. Pool is a difficult game and some shots are more …
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How to make major stroke changes? Most pool players are always looking for a way to improve their game and move to the next level. It doesn’t matter how many years you have been playing it is a (delightful) lifetime struggle to get minor improvements in our game. Its a Big Job. Sometimes changes can …
You will notice from the title “When We Miss A Shot” that I used the word “when” and not “if”. That was for a very good reason as you will find out below. Amateur Versus Professional Attitude. One of the biggest differences between the amateur and professional player is the way in which they react …
