azbluemach1
Member
I've been around the game on and off since the late 80s, and have been around some very good players, but that was all "back in the day".
I haven't watched televised pool in years, and the last time I saw a pro play in person was probably 2003. Anyway, I caught a televised match between SVB and Hohmann the other day, and I was really surprised by how hard they both shot most of their shots.
These guys really seemed to be hammering their shots, and using alot more stun/center-ball vs my memories of pros using more english to move whitey around the table. "Pocket Speed" didn't seem to apply to these guys. I don't think I saw a single shot "trickle" into the pocket. My immediate guess is harder = less cling = more accuracy, and maybe newer equipment is helping?
Have I missed a trend, or did I just happen to catch a match with 2 guys who are doing it way differently than everyone else?
I haven't watched televised pool in years, and the last time I saw a pro play in person was probably 2003. Anyway, I caught a televised match between SVB and Hohmann the other day, and I was really surprised by how hard they both shot most of their shots.
These guys really seemed to be hammering their shots, and using alot more stun/center-ball vs my memories of pros using more english to move whitey around the table. "Pocket Speed" didn't seem to apply to these guys. I don't think I saw a single shot "trickle" into the pocket. My immediate guess is harder = less cling = more accuracy, and maybe newer equipment is helping?
Have I missed a trend, or did I just happen to catch a match with 2 guys who are doing it way differently than everyone else?