Not in the sense that drills are discussed today. At least they were never referred to as such at that time. I never had a book of drills or a list, just whatever was necessary. I never even heard the word for years and years, probably 30, at least.
This Is My Way Of Playing Pool
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Not in the sense that drills are discussed today. At least they were never referred to as such at that time. I never had a book of drills or a list, just whatever was necessary. I never even heard the word for years and years, probably 30, at least.
I guess I should clarify a bit, I never set up one shot over and over and over again, which is what I consider a "drill". Long shots, I'd set one up and shoot it and set up another, different long shot. Trouble shots I'd shoot one and set up the same shot only a bit different but the same IDEA. I did shoot a lot of spot shots, so important in 9 ball, One Pocket, Straight Pool..
I'm a big fan of reading - so I have books by the likes of Robert Byrne and others that help with all aspects of my game. I watch a lot of YouTube too.
For practice (I have a 7' table at home) I start by shooting a couple of racks to warm up. Then it's drills and then problem shots.
Then I stay active playing others in league and local tournaments. I like playing people that are better than me.
It's a hobby - as long as it's fun I'll keep doing it.
For practice (I have a 7' table at home) I start by shooting a couple of racks to warm up. Then it's drills and then problem shots.
Then I stay active playing others in league and local tournaments. I like playing people that are better than me.
It's a hobby - as long as it's fun I'll keep doing it.
Your way sounds good to me! Keeping it simple, along with competitive play is the way to go.
That last sentence is gold. Above all else, have fun.
YES.
Been telling my friends this for years. When you miss a shot, remember it, and set it up until you literally cannot miss it anymore without trying.