Recent content by nelldrake

Could we perhaps have a thread category for aiming systems so the rest of us who don't give a fat, happy rat's ass can get on with garnering information of importance from the main forum?

Take up One Pocket. It has boosted my cueball control 10-fold.

Django = Francisco Bustamante

Great job, Jack. Do you have any idea what it would cost to do this to an old Gandy Big G? I know there are some good table mechanics in the Atlanta area who could probably do this for me. I think you are a little far away from East Central Alabama. Nell Drake

I also watched Ralf Souquet miss the OB completely on a long extreme cut shot. I believe he actually turned green. Another time I watched a rank amateur shoot a ball, drop his elbow rather violently and knock the Diamond light fixture cover into several pieces. He responded when questioned...

I have seen Allison Fisher jump the CB over the OB and straight into the pocket while trying to draw the ball. Everyone is right that pros just do it less often than we amateurs do. My trick is to shoot the balls out of order...notably the 4 and the 5. My comment when my opponent points this...

I don't think anyone said they enjoyed losing. I certainly don't either. But If I had to choose playing well always gives me greater satisfaction than playing poorly and winning. Nell Drake

Glad you asked and I didn't have to...lol. GO DUCKIE ! ! !

Oh, BasementDweller, you are singing my song. I would much rather play great and lose. Winning when you are playing poorly leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I lost last night to a player who was shooting "lights out" and I shot well when I got a chance. She was just on her A game.

The different leagues have different scales and methods for computing handicaps. I would suggest you look on the various websites for the information you want. I do know that the APA uses a system known as "The Equalizer" and is roughly based on your performance such as number of balls per...

I know now why you called them "Mother" drills, Randy. They make me crazy sometimes and so tense my neck hurts. I guess I am trying too hard. You may have noticed I tend to do that...lol Nell

You are a funny man, Tony! Nell

Runner's High Don't forget the seratonin released to your brain after working your body. This feel-good chemical boosts your ego, enhances your mood, and gives you confidence. What a great feeling to take into your match. Nell Drake

Many instructors play extremely well but this is not necessary to be a good instructor. Many players are very accomplished but cannot teach.

As an animal lover, I find your avatar singularly distasteful. Nell Drake