Emily Duddy VS Ine Helvik match Amway Cup March 2013

Butterfly

Butterfly

Emily Duddy
Hi everyone it's Emily Duddy again :)...

Since footage of me shooting has been posted from September 2012 during the NYC Ginky Memorial I thought it might be best to post something more recent. Overall there is not much footage of me in competition over the last 11 years online, especially since I've significantly improved the last few years and another jump in the last 6 months.

I must say that I've worked on a lot on some things since that event, particularly after watching the footage of myself shooting. Prior to that I had never analyzed my own match so subjectively and encourage all player to do it. I did not play my best in that match even though I won and I did certain things very poorly. In the end I learned a lot after I studied it:

I realized that my rhythm was inconsistent and often too fast, that my preshot routine was not solid, my stroke changed too often and that I elevated my cue too much for no reason.

I began to extensively focus on those things, practicing more and working on certain routines. I also started comparing my approach at the table to the top female champions and found subtle differences that I've been trying to work on.

The match I've posted is from the Amway Cup World Championships last month in Taipei, Taiwan. Aside from first rack jitters I feel like my improvements show themselves when you compare my style of play to the posted match footage from September. Not only do I win the match 7-3, but I feel like I maintain control of the match, keep a stable rhythm, maintain my pre shot routine and shoot very well in many areas.

When my match from the Ginky Memorial was released, I read the comments posted on YouTube and considered the feedback which analyzed and criticized my game. In addition, over the last few months I have gotten great tips and advice from strong players that I have been trying to incorporate into my style.

I am constantly seeking to learn and improve as a pool player, and however harsh some of the banter regarding my play may be at times, it often holds some truth. I am grateful to receive feedback that is positive or brutally honest because I choose to listen to the useful parts and stay emotionally neutral. I think every person should always strive to evolve and become stronger in all aspects of themselves. I'm not scared of the truth, i use it to my advantage.

Thanks for watching guys and thanks for your support of pool! :thumbup:

Cheers!
Emily Duddy

http://youtu.be/MfwtRUJFZyo
 
Good Luck!

Good post, I have not watched the video yet, but I will tonite. The game needs more people with passion and commitment, I wish you well!
 
the main thing I noticed from the other video

Emily,

I haven't watched this video yet, will try to later. In my opinion one of the weakest areas of your game in the other video was that you didn't plan your innings well. That could have been a one match thing or something you need to work on. I'm not a fan of the three ball school of planning. Before you shoot the first shot of an inning you should have it planned out to either pocketing the money ball or a strong safety. Safeties you are forced into playing are rarely as strong as one you shot position to play next. The three ball rule is fine to use after you have a complete plan, but only to keep you in line with your overall plan. If you do get out of line and have to change your plan, take time again to plan the rest of your inning out to pocketing the money ball or a strong safety. Most people could have better table awareness, so a player working on this area of their game usually not only patches up a weakness but gains an edge over many opponents.

This is one of the easiest parts of your game to improve so if you are indeed weak in this area it is much easier to fix than many problems.

I'll wish you good luck in the future but in truth we each make most of our own luck.

Hu
 
Hi Emily, I'll watch the video tomorrow but wish to say THANKS for not allowing yourself to be driven off by negative posters. That shows me that you have a lot of inner strength and confidence. Good 4 U!!!!
 
just finished the video. very consistent performance throughout. Nice way to close out, snapping it off. just out of curiosity, a couple of questions.

1) that cue didn't look like the predator from the pictures, who made that one?

2) did either of you take a break? If so, what was the score when the break was taken?

3) by any chance, are you using CTE/Pro One? (only asking because the way you come into shots looks similar to others who use that system)
 
Female, Brunette, & left handed,................ you've got a fan !

oh , you play some good pool too ! Nice strong break. :smile:
 
Butterfly said:
I am grateful to receive feedback that is positive or brutally honest
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Hi Emily,
I'd like to suggest that you consider wearing attire other than a short mini-skirt and boots when playing competitive pool. In a match situation, you want to be focused on the table and your opponent, not on your clothes.
 
Butterfly said:
Hi everyone it's Emily Duddy again :)...

Since footage of me shooting has been posted from September 2012 during the NYC Ginky Memorial I thought it might be best to post something more recent. Overall there is not much footage of me in competition over the last 11 years online, especially since I've significantly improved the last few years and another jump in the last 6 months.

I must say that I've worked on a lot on some things since that event, particularly after watching the footage of myself shooting. Prior to that I had never analyzed my own match so subjectively and encourage all player to do it. I did not play my best in that match even though I won and I did certain things very poorly. In the end I learned a lot after I studied it:

I realized that my rhythm was inconsistent and often too fast, that my preshot routine was not solid, my stroke changed too often and that I elevated my cue too much for no reason.

I began to extensively focus on those things, practicing more and working on certain routines. I also started comparing my approach at the table to the top female champions and found subtle differences that I've been trying to work on.

The match I've posted is from the Amway Cup World Championships last month in Taipei, Taiwan. Aside from first rack jitters I feel like my improvements show themselves when you compare my style of play to the posted match footage from September. Not only do I win the match 7-3, but I feel like I maintain control of the match, keep a stable rhythm, maintain my pre shot routine and shoot very well in many areas.

When my match from the Ginky Memorial was released, I read the comments posted on YouTube and considered the feedback which analyzed and criticized my game. In addition, over the last few months I have gotten great tips and advice from strong players that I have been trying to incorporate into my style.

I am constantly seeking to learn and improve as a pool player, and however harsh some of the banter regarding my play may be at times, it often holds some truth. I am grateful to receive feedback that is positive or brutally honest because I choose to listen to the useful parts and stay emotionally neutral. I think every person should always strive to evolve and become stronger in all aspects of themselves. I'm not scared of the truth, i use it to my advantage.

Thanks for watching guys and thanks for your support of pool! :thumbup:

Cheers!
Emily Duddy

http://youtu.be/MfwtRUJFZyo
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Thanks for sharing, Emily. Ignore the wisecracks from the unidentified virtual keyboard railbird nits. Their sole mission on this forum is to rock the boat.

Please don't let it stop you from contributing to this forum. There are those of us who do value your participation. Thanks again! :)
 
ShootingArts said:
Emily,

I haven't watched this video yet, will try to later. In my opinion one of the weakest areas of your game in the other video was that you didn't plan your innings well. That could have been a one match thing or something you need to work on. I'm not a fan of the three ball school of planning. Before you shoot the first shot of an inning you should have it planned out to either pocketing the money ball or a strong safety. Safeties you are forced into playing are rarely as strong as one you shot position to play next. The three ball rule is fine to use after you have a complete plan, but only to keep you in line with your overall plan. If you do get out of line and have to change your plan, take time again to plan the rest of your inning out to pocketing the money ball or a strong safety. Most people could have better table awareness, so a player working on this area of their game usually not only patches up a weakness but gains an edge over many opponents.

This is one of the easiest parts of your game to improve so if you are indeed weak in this area it is much easier to fix than many problems.

I'll wish you good luck in the future but in truth we each make most of our own luck.

Hu
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I concur. Good advice & goes hand in hand with part of the PM I sent.
 
PoolSharkAllen said:
Hi Emily,
I'd like to suggest that you consider wearing attire other than a short mini-skirt and boots when playing competitive pool. In a match situation, you want to be focused on the table and your opponent, not on your clothes.
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How is that even relevant. She was focused on her clothes when she got dressed that morning, like most every other human alive.... and then went to work. Not sure how wearing a mini skirt hurts her game.
It was not like she changed clothers during the match ????


Emily... do NOT listen to this fool. Not sure why a grown man would ever even utter such nonsense.. He's evil, pure evil I tell you... or he's gay (not that there is anything wrong with that :)
 
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PoolSharkAllen said:
Hi Emily,
I'd like to suggest that you consider wearing attire other than a short mini-skirt and boots when playing competitive pool. In a match situation, you want to be focused on the table and your opponent, not on your clothes.
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The shoes one wears when playing can be vital. Almost all other athletes of other sports don't play their sport wearing 'street shoes'.

Some people practice around the house in bare or sock feet & then go to play wearing cowboy boots with a 2 inch heel. Not the best idea.
 
ChicagoRJ said:
How is that even relevant. She was focused on her clothes when she got dressed that morning, like most every other human alive.... and then went to work. Not sure how wearing a mini skirt hurts her game.
It was not like she changed clothers during the match ????


Emily... do NOT listen to this fool. Not sure why a grown man would ever even utter such nonsense.. He's evil, pure evil I tell you... or he's gay (not that there is anything wrong with that :)
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It is relevant indeed. Extremely !!!

Quote from WSR:

REGULATIONS:
3. Dress Code
Each player’s attire must always meet the level of the competition and be clean, proper and in good condition. If an athlete is unsure about the legality of his attire, the athlete should approach the tournament director before the match and ask whether the attire is legal. The tournament director has the final say with regards to the legality of attire. In exceptional circumstances, the director may permit a player to compete in violation of the dress code e.g. when airline luggage has been misplaced. A player may be disqualified for dress code violation.
If there is no announcement before the event, the WPA dress code is assumed. The following are the current requirements for World Championship and World Tour events.
(...)
3.2 Women
Women may wear a shirt, an elegant top, a dress, a blouse or a polo shirt. T-shirts are not permitted.
Dress pants will be clean and in good condition and may be of any color. Denim/blue jeans of any color are forbidden even though a jeans design is allowed.
Female athletes may wear a skirt which must cover the knees.
Shoes must be elegant dress shoes that fit in the outfit. Sneakers and sandals are not allowed. Sports shoes with a dark top of leather or leather-like material are allowed but are subject to the tournament director’s discretion.
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"PoolSharkAllen" is correct. Also, "ENGLISH!" is quite right about the shoes !!!

Regards
 
I'm not normally one to judge others on the clothes they wear, but tact was probably not what she had in mind when choosing outfits that day. Professsionals in any profession should have tact if they want respect.
 
pooler said:
It is relevant indeed. Extremely !!!

Quote from WSR:

REGULATIONS:
3. Dress Code
Each player’s attire must always meet the level of the competition and be clean, proper and in good condition. If an athlete is unsure about the legality of his attire, the athlete should approach the tournament director before the match and ask whether the attire is legal. The tournament director has the final say with regards to the legality of attire. In exceptional circumstances, the director may permit a player to compete in violation of the dress code e.g. when airline luggage has been misplaced. A player may be disqualified for dress code violation.
If there is no announcement before the event, the WPA dress code is assumed. The following are the current requirements for World Championship and World Tour events.
(...)
3.2 Women
Women may wear a shirt, an elegant top, a dress, a blouse or a polo shirt. T-shirts are not permitted.
Dress pants will be clean and in good condition and may be of any color. Denim/blue jeans of any color are forbidden even though a jeans design is allowed.
Female athletes may wear a skirt which must cover the knees.
Shoes must be elegant dress shoes that fit in the outfit. Sneakers and sandals are not allowed. Sports shoes with a dark top of leather or leather-like material are allowed but are subject to the tournament director’s discretion.
..........................................................................................

"PoolSharkAllen" is correct. Also, "ENGLISH!" is quite right about the shoes !!!

Regards
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talk about a bunch of NITS. Really, you're pulling rules out from an organization that is stuck in the 1950's. No skirts above the knees ??? Well played. Have you all lost your mind. This is what you nits are nitpicking about, the length of her dress, and the type of shoes she wears....

Give me a break already.... complete foolishness... how old are guys, like a 100 ??
 
Butterfly said:
Hi everyone it's Emily Duddy again :)...

Since footage of me shooting has been posted from September 2012 during the NYC Ginky Memorial I thought it might be best to post something more recent. Overall there is not much footage of me in competition over the last 11 years online, especially since I've significantly improved the last few years and another jump in the last 6 months.

I must say that I've worked on a lot on some things since that event, particularly after watching the footage of myself shooting. Prior to that I had never analyzed my own match so subjectively and encourage all player to do it. I did not play my best in that match even though I won and I did certain things very poorly. In the end I learned a lot after I studied it:

I realized that my rhythm was inconsistent and often too fast, that my preshot routine was not solid, my stroke changed too often and that I elevated my cue too much for no reason.

I began to extensively focus on those things, practicing more and working on certain routines. I also started comparing my approach at the table to the top female champions and found subtle differences that I've been trying to work on.

The match I've posted is from the Amway Cup World Championships last month in Taipei, Taiwan. Aside from first rack jitters I feel like my improvements show themselves when you compare my style of play to the posted match footage from September. Not only do I win the match 7-3, but I feel like I maintain control of the match, keep a stable rhythm, maintain my pre shot routine and shoot very well in many areas.

When my match from the Ginky Memorial was released, I read the comments posted on YouTube and considered the feedback which analyzed and criticized my game. In addition, over the last few months I have gotten great tips and advice from strong players that I have been trying to incorporate into my style.

I am constantly seeking to learn and improve as a pool player, and however harsh some of the banter regarding my play may be at times, it often holds some truth. I am grateful to receive feedback that is positive or brutally honest because I choose to listen to the useful parts and stay emotionally neutral. I think every person should always strive to evolve and become stronger in all aspects of themselves. I'm not scared of the truth, i use it to my advantage.

Thanks for watching guys and thanks for your support of pool! :thumbup:

Cheers!
Emily Duddy

http://youtu.be/MfwtRUJFZyo
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With an attitude like this you will continue to improve. It's hard to take criticism at times but it sounds like you are handling it very well. Nice job and good luck.
 
ENGLISH! said:
The shoes one wears when playing can be vital. Almost all other athletes of other sports don't play their sport wearing 'street shoes'.

Some people practice around the house in bare or sock feet & then go to play wearing cowboy boots with a 2 inch heel. Not the best idea.
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Not sure what the point is Rick... are suggesting she plays in her stocking feet while at home? Or are you suggesting she is doing the exact right thing, because she most likely playes in those boots, and thus why she plays in tourney's with them too ?
 
I once dated a young woman that was nearly 6 feet tall. I'm 5'9" 'tall'. (5' 10 & 3/4" in my city slicker 'cowbow heeled dress boots)

When I went to pick her up for our first real date. She opened the door & was wearing flat shoes. I asked said, 'You look very nice but what are you doing?'. She ask what did I did I mean. I asked her, "Why are you wearing flat shoes?". She said, "well you know", while making a move with her hand indicating height. I told her that I did not care about that & that I wanted her to look as nice as usual. I asked her to go put on whatever shoes she would normally wear.

If I was a female player & I wanted to look 'good' & wear nice 'attractive' shoes etc. Which any sponsers might also like me to do. I would do what other athletes do. I would go the venue in my 'street' shoes & then change into my playing shoes. Even amatuer golfers do that. I know that might be a problem with the length of slacks etc. & how one might look in a dress with playing type shoes etc. Maybe that is why Alison Fisher always wears slacks with shoes that she can obviously play very well when wearing them. I don't think we need to get into any other preferences.

That being said, I even have shirts that I won't wear when going to play pool because they are not comfortable to play pool in even though they are fine for anything else.

I don't think Emily was looking for dress atire critique but I do think the shoes one plays in can be very importatant. How one chooses to adress that issue is certainly up the individual.

Best Wishes to You, Emily. It's your journey. Take it down whatever road you choose.
 
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