TheThaiger
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So, the pros ain't telling. If they did, we'd all be pros as well and they'd be out of a job.
The Weatherman's golf tip.
The Weatherman's golf tip.

I know that many might disagree with you ,but I am of the the opinion. It too is based on experience from several pros. And by the way the only difference between a professional and amateur ( not considering ability ) . Is that one does it for a living or money (road players are pros). Have told me the exact same things. Never once , though I asked , was I told what are they looking at (or seeing ) when aiming. Only things that they wanted to disclose.
And then told not to pass it on . I think this has been some sort of ritual that I myself am guilty of.
And by the way , the more people that don't believe this the more it works.
I agree with you. Even though you will catch a lot of flack and be told that you are wrong. There are many out there with the talent, but not the knowledge to advance. You can spend a lifetime and never get the knowledge without someone telling you. You will also find that most will say you are full of it. Don't listen to them.
One quick proof that he is right- look at the number of players that play REAL good today compared to the number of players that played real good 30 years ago. The huge increase in numbers is due to nothing more than a lot of knowledge being dispensed over the internet, books, DVD's, and a lot more instructors than there used to be. The increase in knowledge has produced more great players than ever before in history. However, not ALL the knowledge is out there for the taking yet! :wink:
Pistol, I just look at the shot and fire them in. In my view practice makes perfect. Everyone's aiming process differs, just find what works and put in the time. After that it's heart and dedication. No secrets, just like any other sport, talent and time.
So, the pros ain't telling. If they did, we'd all be pros as well and they'd be out of a job.
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Pat, I understand what your saying and you are 100% correct. There are little techniques and systems that advanced players use and very rarely discuss. Do we really believe the best players in the world and there favorite answer, " I don't know how I do it, I just do it", this is total bullshit. They are making a living playing pool, they know all about what they are doing. They don't share for the most part.
Yeah when I had a conversation with ********* and asked him when asked about how he shoots and this and that he said that he JUST says he doesnt know and says he justs shoots....Then he looked at me with this devious smile and just laughed and he said...We all say that..just like we all say that we are lucky like efren....THAT'S sayin something!
Pistol, I just look at the shot and fire them in. In my view practice makes perfect. Everyone's aiming process differs, just find what works and put in the time. After that it's heart and dedication. No secrets, just like any other sport, talent and time.
Aiming system blah10 years ago before I took that 6 year breakage I could line up 3 sets of 15 balls down the middle of the table take the ball drop it in front of each one and pop it cross side or cross corner within 1 second. I never worried about cue ball placement, it might end up "dead" or might be a inside or outside cut. My record at that was 42 out of 45 banks. I never used any type of aiming system.. my mind just "sees" the shot. I'm not back to that level yet but I'm close
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Aiming system blah10 years ago before I took that 6 year breakage I could line up 3 sets of 15 balls down the middle of the table take the ball drop it in front of each one and pop it cross side or cross corner within 1 second. I never worried about cue ball placement, it might end up "dead" or might be a inside or outside cut. My record at that was 42 out of 45 banks. I never used any type of aiming system.. my mind just "sees" the shot. I'm not back to that level yet but I'm close
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There is no secret Pistol. Lets just say that there was and you could pocket any ball on the table by using this method. That would only be a small part of what makes a great player. What about position play, patterns, safety play, mental toughness, even if a magic aiming secret did exist you still have to have proper stroking fundamentals or you still couldn't make the ball. It takes hard work, desire, dedication, and like FB says God given talent
Fatboy nails it!! All men are created equal is not true. Some are smarter, faster, have better hand eye cord etc. I think some people are special in almost any effort. Not just sports but everything. Most great players are gifted with a lot of natural ability and would probably excel in most any effort, not just pool. I will now give you the secret to pool!! I don't share this with everyone but I truly believe each and every one of you are SPECIAL!! Sit down, close your eyes and have a trusted friend read you these words and try to not start crying. It's a two part system so you must be able to count to two, but remember your special so this will come effortlessly. ONE-pocket the ball your shooting. TWO- immediately after contact with OB send cue to a position for your next ball. Now you have the secret so go get em.Fatboy hit it already,
knowledge is really important-- but some guys have the needed talent to reach the top-and some not!
I also think that almost everyone is able to reach a really great level in pool-billiards with a big amount of training/hours. But somewhere it will end.....and what you really also have to learn..........it s also not easy to just have fun while playing. This can be really a hard part in the mental part of the game (most underestimated imo). To be lucky and in peace with yourself is a thing you have to learn! To learn to just let negative things behind you...every time you need to!
the physical part is the smaller problem in billiards!
keep shooting my friend and have fun^^
lg from overseas,
Ingo
I don't think there is any big secret. It all comes down to experience.If your talented enough it will only be a matter of time before you learn what you need to know:smile:
Fatboy nails it!! All men are created equal is not true. Some are smarter, faster, have better hand eye cord etc. I think some people are special in almost any effort. Not just sports but everything. Most great players are gifted with a lot of natural ability and would probably excel in most any effort, not just pool. I will now give you the secret to pool!! I don't share this with everyone but I truly believe each and every one of you are SPECIAL!! Sit down, close your eyes and have a trusted friend read you these words and try to not start crying. It's a two part system so you must be able to count to two, but remember your special so this will come effortlessly. ONE-pocket the ball your shooting. TWO- immediately after contact with OB send cue to a position for your next ball. Now you have the secret so go get em.