Recent content by Pidge

It's an alignment issue then. Either because the butt goes off the aim line as you jack up or because your hand and elbow aren't on the same plane as your cue. The latter is really common when jacking right up, for example with shorter players or jump shots. Film yourself and see if you can...

I've skimmed through the thread, so my bad if this has been mentioned previously...but what about this shot do you struggle with - potting or getting enough backspin? If potting then it's usually how you transition from regular alignment to jacked up alignment. Mirrors, lots of mirrors! Will...

I believe you would benefit from getting 4 points of contact on the cue - both hands, chin and chest. Hard to tell, but it looks like you only have both hands always on contact with the cue. If you can't get 4 try get 3 at least and have the chest always in contact. As other have mentioned...

I tend to agree, some aiming systems are designed to get you close, yes, such as the fractional method, CP and a couple others. I also think that some are designed to empty your wallet.

SAND IT, SAND IT, SAND IT!

I believe it's a concentration/ state of mind issue once you reach a certain playing level. Thinking too much at once or not enough will lead to inconsistency. What I've found when practicing with some phenomenal snooker players is that when they're off it they know exactly why and their root...

Playing with a house cue to test your skill is like playing the lottery to test your chance expertise.

Good job dude! I find the key in small tournaments like this is to not miss. Hope this little nugget helps you lift that trophy again.

Happy birthday Bob. Don't believe what they all say - you don't look a day over 30!

Starts with the event organisers though, doesn't it? Players are good enough to do what ever and will follow where the money is. If the event allows slow play then there will be slow play.

Not sure I agree with this.

And had a burning desire to eat crumpets, no doubt.

Depends on what you budget is for a camera as it can vary wildly. I shoot on an A7iv but I think something like that would be overkill for what you need unless you fancy taking on a hobby that is somehow more expensive than pool. If I were in your shoes I would likely go with a used Panasonic...

Hi, I'm Pidge and my pronouns are straight/ flat. Nice to meet you all.

I've been lucky enough to practice with some of the top guys in the snooker world and I believe it comes down to how they train. They train like it is a job - which it is. I've played with some very good UK pool players and they simply don't practice with the same level of intensity and...