Greg? You still looking at the CB last? Hope so as it's always nice to see someone doing things the right way as opposed to complete tee-total misinformation that has been spread for decades.
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Oh yeah, I can't imagine a reason to look anywhere other than where I want to send my cue tip. For me the awareness of the center of the cue ball and even the slightest variation from the center as the tip launches the ball makes or breaks the shot. Kick shots and bank shots are the most obviously effected by the slightest off center strikes. I practice daily with no chalk to make sure I am striking accurately. It also makes me use natural lines. My theory would be along the lines of, well like in baseball, if they can't hit your fast ball why throw a curve?
I really enjoy the camera work and the ability to occasionally get a close look at the eye movement of the snooker players. Some like Ronnie have such a steady Lazer like focus that it's hard to detect eye movement. The long shots are the main time I notice their eye movement. Looks to me like many of the top and upcoming players are focused on the white as it is struck.
The form of snooker players gets my attention as well. With the universal commons proof of concept.
The ring finger is just as important to me now as the focus. Barry Stark teaches the hand action very well.
Upon observation:
The morning session between Ronnie and Robinson was very entertaining and education able. The evening session starts in 3 hours and is definitely worth the $5 price for a month. Sheit I paid $5 a week for a year and a half. To get a beer for 7-8. Matchroom is providing me a top product.
I was able to discern the eyes on a long shot for each. Ronnie who admit to being a hybrid had his eyes down at contact. The kind of precision he exhibits, I can approach only by watching the strike. Robinson on a long shot clearly raised his eyes ahead of impact. He exhibited the same precision.
The morning session between Ronnie and Robinson was very entertaining and education able. The evening session starts in 3 hours and is definitely worth the $5 price for a month. Sheit I paid $5 a week for a year and a half. To get a beer for 7-8. Matchroom is providing me a top product.
I was able to discern the eyes on a long shot for each. Ronnie who admit to being a hybrid had his eyes down at contact. The kind of precision he exhibits, I can approach only by watching the strike. Robinson on a long shot clearly raised his eyes ahead of impact. He exhibited the same precision.
Resumes Shortly:
Is what I see on Matchroom. Watch ing the league is definitely educational. More relaxed atmosphere and casual dress. Not sure but the play seems more along the lines of scrimmage. I find it interesting and education able.
I look for any variations in form and especially look for that on missed shots. Which includes missed placement of the white.
The eyes are debate able. Friendly debate that is. We got off on the wrong foot when I was discussing the topic with Brieseth. While I had the greatest respect for his teachings. He insulted me right out of the gate. When I was trying to relate my experience transiting from object ball to cue ball last. He made the profoundly inaccurate statement, "You will never find a top pro that plays cue ball last." I was so shocked I couldn't think of all the names other than Rodney Morris and John Higgins. We eventually came to the common ground that it's an individual preference and an individual can only speak to what works best for them. Whew:browswipe:
Anyway in watching the league with the great camera work, I think Liam was doing both on different shots. Something Ronnie indicated about 5 years ago.
Is what I see on Matchroom. Watch ing the league is definitely educational. More relaxed atmosphere and casual dress. Not sure but the play seems more along the lines of scrimmage. I find it interesting and education able.
I look for any variations in form and especially look for that on missed shots. Which includes missed placement of the white.
The eyes are debate able. Friendly debate that is. We got off on the wrong foot when I was discussing the topic with Brieseth. While I had the greatest respect for his teachings. He insulted me right out of the gate. When I was trying to relate my experience transiting from object ball to cue ball last. He made the profoundly inaccurate statement, "You will never find a top pro that plays cue ball last." I was so shocked I couldn't think of all the names other than Rodney Morris and John Higgins. We eventually came to the common ground that it's an individual preference and an individual can only speak to what works best for them. Whew:browswipe:
Anyway in watching the league with the great camera work, I think Liam was doing both on different shots. Something Ronnie indicated about 5 years ago.
Update:
Wonk wink, I am digging in my sandbox. I have modified my Colin's drill modified. Made a pot and scratch score double. It's added a recovery possible in the snooker s needed situation. Plus it's better for me to have a complete shot in mind even when just potting.
One reason I keep score is because it deserves practice. I have seen games slept and games stolen.
Wonk wink, I am digging in my sandbox. I have modified my Colin's drill modified. Made a pot and scratch score double. It's added a recovery possible in the snooker s needed situation. Plus it's better for me to have a complete shot in mind even when just potting.
One reason I keep score is because it deserves practice. I have seen games slept and games stolen.
The age factor:
I got some of the best free lessons because of it. At the 211 in Seattle, I got lessons from Portland Slim. A daper looking black man, in his '80s. We played last pocket 8 ball for $5. He would always take an early lead and teach me a lot. Because I studied Yogi. And observed a lot by watching. After about an hour and a half he would begin to tire. When I could get back to even we quit and I paid the time. He enjoyed the battle and could take pride in passing knowledge.
I got some of the best free lessons because of it. At the 211 in Seattle, I got lessons from Portland Slim. A daper looking black man, in his '80s. We played last pocket 8 ball for $5. He would always take an early lead and teach me a lot. Because I studied Yogi. And observed a lot by watching. After about an hour and a half he would begin to tire. When I could get back to even we quit and I paid the time. He enjoyed the battle and could take pride in passing knowledge.
In the beginning:
I formulate the plan of attack in a one lap surveillance.
The address; I use my cue(held at the balance point) to gauge where I want to set my foundation.
From that position of attention (relaxed) I finalize the plan and proceed with the aiming. I was taught chin but Brieseth teaches belly button.
From there it should be a dance step. I prefer a slow dance.
I formulate the plan of attack in a one lap surveillance.
The address; I use my cue(held at the balance point) to gauge where I want to set my foundation.
From that position of attention (relaxed) I finalize the plan and proceed with the aiming. I was taught chin but Brieseth teaches belly button.
From there it should be a dance step. I prefer a slow dance.
Grampa Rockin Sunday:
I never loose to Freebird.
69 is My Generation nnn.
I never loose to Freebird.
69 is My Generation nnn.
Cold finger morning. Practice in the cold falls in the, "if it don't kill ya, it will only make you stronger." Thanks Coach.
Oh Boy Did I hit that one:
My final shot in my version of Colin's drill is his #1. The left hand got trounced..... but made the double on the final shot.
My practice time is all written off to therapy. Physical and Mental.
The small tickle I get when a exploratory probe strikes gold, keeps me reaching for more outrageous shots. Plus it's motivation to do it daily.
My final shot in my version of Colin's drill is his #1. The left hand got trounced..... but made the double on the final shot.
My practice time is all written off to therapy. Physical and Mental.
The small tickle I get when a exploratory probe strikes gold, keeps me reaching for more outrageous shots. Plus it's motivation to do it daily.
Almost free lessons:
Is a thread I started regarding observation by watching:wink:
I experienced my largest uptick in my play shortly after my first experience watching the pros, In '84. Which I observed at every opportunity my uh, life allowed.
Ronnie put on a show this morning.
These lessons are only complete with the commentary of the previous champion s. They give insights that are not always obvious.
Hendry opined that Ronnie laid down a performance that was setting the standard. A standard that was incredible.
Is a thread I started regarding observation by watching:wink:
I experienced my largest uptick in my play shortly after my first experience watching the pros, In '84. Which I observed at every opportunity my uh, life allowed.
Ronnie put on a show this morning.
These lessons are only complete with the commentary of the previous champion s. They give insights that are not always obvious.
Hendry opined that Ronnie laid down a performance that was setting the standard. A standard that was incredible.
I am feeling inspired! Just hit a personal record.
Kyren Wilson demonstrated the power of the foundation in solid basics taught by Barry Stark.
Ronnie is like poetry in motion when he shows up. Kyren had a terrific battle with Bingham. Hope he has something for Trump. Ronnie and Robinson do battle first. Then Mark Williams/ John Higgins. Am declaring tomorrow a holiday.
Ronnie is like poetry in motion when he shows up. Kyren had a terrific battle with Bingham. Hope he has something for Trump. Ronnie and Robinson do battle first. Then Mark Williams/ John Higgins. Am declaring tomorrow a holiday.
If you missed the Trump/Kyren match this morning....... you have not been paying attention. Playing like a champion is being taught and will pick up again at noon.
Old Fart Story:
My introduction to 9 ball came, in the early'80s at the White Spot in Fife. The weekly Wednesday night 9 ball race to 3 bar table for $5. Now the Right Spot and the food is great. Twice a year it was $35 race to 7. That drew players from the West coast California and Canada. Swanee made it. Cole made it multiple times. Flyboy dropped in on the Sunday finals. I was at the bar getting a beer and this older man asked me what was going on. I started to explain 9 ball. He let me go a long way before introducing himself. "They call me Flyboy", Humbled me.
Anyway, the story uh account is my first visit. The field was over 32 and included The Hat, who held court on the one 9 foot gold crown. As the tournament thinned, tables became available for gambling uh er mini tournament s. Cocomo recognized me as fresh meat and swooped. At $5 a game, my allowance didn't last long. But it was a timely lesson. Not sure if before or after I could beat him but he started calling me Champ. I always thought he was being sarcastic. So I used it as inspiration. I eventually proved that I deserved the title.....must have been '89.
The insights of champions while watching champion ship play. Starts again in 3 hours.
Old Fart Story:
My introduction to 9 ball came, in the early'80s at the White Spot in Fife. The weekly Wednesday night 9 ball race to 3 bar table for $5. Now the Right Spot and the food is great. Twice a year it was $35 race to 7. That drew players from the West coast California and Canada. Swanee made it. Cole made it multiple times. Flyboy dropped in on the Sunday finals. I was at the bar getting a beer and this older man asked me what was going on. I started to explain 9 ball. He let me go a long way before introducing himself. "They call me Flyboy", Humbled me.
Anyway, the story uh account is my first visit. The field was over 32 and included The Hat, who held court on the one 9 foot gold crown. As the tournament thinned, tables became available for gambling uh er mini tournament s. Cocomo recognized me as fresh meat and swooped. At $5 a game, my allowance didn't last long. But it was a timely lesson. Not sure if before or after I could beat him but he started calling me Champ. I always thought he was being sarcastic. So I used it as inspiration. I eventually proved that I deserved the title.....must have been '89.
The insights of champions while watching champion ship play. Starts again in 3 hours.
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A champion in pool would be a chalk holder second class at snooker.
The precision demonstrated by the Masters is first humbling then inspiration to work harder at approaching their degrees of precision.
Practice, practice, practice, (the Barry Stark way).
The precision demonstrated by the Masters is first humbling then inspiration to work harder at approaching their degrees of precision.
Practice, practice, practice, (the Barry Stark way).
The left hand and the luck:
Efren always said. "I got lucky". Ronnie said, "I break off left handed because it is lucky."
My experience with the left is very similar. My first evidence was the first time I played left handed for money. I made the 8 on the break playing 8 ball and the next money match was 9 ball and I snapped the 9.
Things that make me say hmmm.
Will be digesting the finals lesson for a while. It rates up there with, Cool Hand Luke. In the watch it again catagory.
Efren always said. "I got lucky". Ronnie said, "I break off left handed because it is lucky."
My experience with the left is very similar. My first evidence was the first time I played left handed for money. I made the 8 on the break playing 8 ball and the next money match was 9 ball and I snapped the 9.
Things that make me say hmmm.
Will be digesting the finals lesson for a while. It rates up there with, Cool Hand Luke. In the watch it again catagory.
Left hand Ronnie against left handed Efren. Reminds me of the Superman/Mighty Mouse debate on Stand By Me. Another favorite.
The tiny little missed shots and the expression are clues. With The Hawk I am seeing unexpected contacts. Not a feeling of pressure but slight miss calculating in arelm that is well just listen to the comments. That is critical to be able to analyzing after a miss and then file it and be prepared to re-enter battle. Mine was in the big show, when I missed the case nine after break and run to it in the case game .
He missed an easier shot and raked the balls. My best calculator had him leaving a shot that I was not comfortable with as my mind was quizzical re the miss. So that put me into the point match, with an unknown to me player. I was tilted by the miss and went down 6-2 going to 7. While racking had the self to self talk and ended in victory. Robinson and Williams came to an incredible battle at the end and of course something drew me away from the finale. I returned to see the ceremony. Bye
He missed an easier shot and raked the balls. My best calculator had him leaving a shot that I was not comfortable with as my mind was quizzical re the miss. So that put me into the point match, with an unknown to me player. I was tilted by the miss and went down 6-2 going to 7. While racking had the self to self talk and ended in victory. Robinson and Williams came to an incredible battle at the end and of course something drew me away from the finale. I returned to see the ceremony. Bye
What I observed in Robertson nails down or indicate a strong similarities to my technique and methods. Particularly the critical window in striking the cue ball. The way I can approach involves me watching the strike of the cue ball. The camera seemed to remain on John Higgins eyes more than with other players. Perhaps only because his eye movement pattern is more discernable. Higgins eye pattern fits me as well.
Feeling inspired and setting new record left handed with 3 consecutive doubles and 4 in the inning.