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FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates advantages and disadvantages of both long and short bridge lengths. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:17 - Recommended Length 0:46 - Stroking Errors 1:46 - Aiming 2:11 - Stroke Accuracy ---- 3:15 - cue elevation...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates the effects of shaft diameter and tip shape. Some effects are important to be aware of, but many are not as important an many people might think. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:14 - Shaft/Tip Size 2:04 - Tip Shape...

FYI, I just posted a new video that uses excerpts from the Video Encyclopedia of One-Pocket (VEOP) to discuss and demonstrate the generally-accepted rules and strategy of the wonderful game of one-pocket. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:25 - Game Basics 2:30 - Rules 3:58 -...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates the “official rules” of 10-ball pool, along with how to play the game well. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:41 - Break 2:08 - Rule Differences 4:11 - Wrap Up As always, I look forward to your feedback, comments...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates the “official rules” of 9-ball pool, along with how to play the game well. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:18 - Basic Rules 4:36 - The Break 7:37 - Push Out 9:17 - Strategy 11:40 - 3 Foul Rule 13:23 - Wrap Up...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates all the ways to come into the line of a shot in the wide part of the shape zone, giving you more room for error with shot speed. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - No Rail 2:11 - 1 Rail 2:37 - 2 Rails 6:30 - 3...

FYI, I just posted a new video that shows and discusses results from a careful slow-motion-video study debunking many common myths concerning draw shot effectiveness related to stroke acceleration and timing, and tip contact time. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:53 - Background...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates the “official rules” of 8-ball, and shows why it is a much better choice than common “bar rules.” Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:15 - Official Rules of Pool 1:00 - 8-Ball Rules 4:50 - Double Hit Fouls 8:33 -...

FYI, I just posted a new video that demonstrates how to deal with a wide range of game situations where the cue ball is frozen to a cushion, sometimes along with the object ball. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Bridging Options 2:23 - Using Rail-Side Spin 4:53 -...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates the commonly accepted "bar rules" used in casual, non-league, non-tournament 8-ball play. The differences from the "official rules of pool" are pointed out, examples of common bar rule variations are covered, and many types of shots...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates how to use a pen or pencil to find the optimal orientation for your open-bridge hand so the cue is naturally guided in the direction of the shot. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Pencil Trick 2:13 - Wrap Up As...

UPDATE: I now have over 100 "shorts" posted. Check them out here: Dr. Dave instructional YouTube "shorts" Original Post: I just posted my very first YouTube Short! Please let me know if you have any feedback, suggestions, or advice because I plan to create many more over the next few weeks.

FYI, as a follow-up to my 100 shots of pool video, I just posted a new video that demonstrates 100 more types of shots. The focus is on shots useful and practical in common 8-ball situations. Enjoy the new shots! Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Bridge (101-112) 1:40 - CB Control (113 –...

FYI, I just posted a new video that debunks many common myths and misconceptions concerning stroke timing and acceleration and their effects on cue tip contact time and shot action. Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Common Myths 1:58 - Tip Contact Time 3:22 - Stroke Acceleration 5:47 -...

FYI, I just posted a new video that demonstrates every type of pool shot possible in less than 10 minutes! The goal is to quickly show the wide range of creative shots that help make this game so great. The focus is on shots possible in 8-ball. Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - Basic (1-4)...

FYI, I just posted a new video that shows the greatest jump shots ever executed in pro pool tournaments, presented in the following categories of increasing level of impressiveness: combo/caroms/kiss, kick/bank, draw, shot sequence, OB jump, totally amazing, interesting or fluke. Check it out...

FYI, I just posted a new video that is a follow-up to my previous video dealing with common sidespin myths and misconceptions. The new video discusses and demonstrates how sidespin can be useful to create subtle and important changes in cue ball direction off an object ball. Check it out...

FYI, I just posted a new video that debunks many common misconceptions and myths concerning the use of sidespin in pool. Clear demonstrations convincingly separate sidespin fact from fiction. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:10 - Myth 1 – Sidespin Changes CB Direction 2:33 -...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates 10 reasons why the ½-ball hit or center-to-edge (CTE) aim is so important in pool. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 1:46 - 1 – Easy to Aim 2:33 - 2 – Good Angle 4:57 - 3 – Equal Separation 5:56 - 4 – Natural Angle...

FYI, I just posted a new video that discusses and demonstrates what pros do to aim so effectively. The focus is on DAM (Dave’s Aiming Method), which summarizes all the most important elements of accurate and consistent aiming. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - Aim While...