9BallPaul
Banned
I've started with my nephews recently. They're in third and fourth grade, and already heavily into electronic crap.
So I've introduced them to my game room, where they can't bring cell phones, computers or any other of that e-paraphernalia. The TV is for sports only, and the pool table is the focus of the whole deal.
So far so good. We started with some simple instruction -- shoot straight through the middle of the ball. So I spread the balls on the table and let them take turns trying to shoot balls directly into the pockets. Of course this took some time but they soon got the hang of it.
Then I introduced them to the cue ball, and set up a series of wired shots -- combos that were dead in the hole. This got their juices going again, because the thrill of hearing the balls go into the pocket is, really, what pool is all about.
That's where our most recent lesson ended, with both enthused about coming back for more. But I'm a little conflicted on where to take it from here, and looking for suggestions.
If these kids become players, both will be sidearmers. Should I ignore this or leave it be? Thanks for all suggestions.
So I've introduced them to my game room, where they can't bring cell phones, computers or any other of that e-paraphernalia. The TV is for sports only, and the pool table is the focus of the whole deal.
So far so good. We started with some simple instruction -- shoot straight through the middle of the ball. So I spread the balls on the table and let them take turns trying to shoot balls directly into the pockets. Of course this took some time but they soon got the hang of it.
Then I introduced them to the cue ball, and set up a series of wired shots -- combos that were dead in the hole. This got their juices going again, because the thrill of hearing the balls go into the pocket is, really, what pool is all about.
That's where our most recent lesson ended, with both enthused about coming back for more. But I'm a little conflicted on where to take it from here, and looking for suggestions.
If these kids become players, both will be sidearmers. Should I ignore this or leave it be? Thanks for all suggestions.