Anyone else here think that playing chess has helped their strategic thinking in pool, specifically 8 ball?
I think I’ve seen Corey play chess...
I think I’ve seen Corey play chess...
Anyone else here think that playing chess has helped their strategic thinking in pool, specifically 8 ball?
I think I’ve seen Corey play chess...
Efren plays it a lot. And pretty well from what i hear. 1p is chess with pool balls.
I love chess, but I don't think it does much for your pool game. Practicing chess to improve pool is about as ineffective as practicing pool to improve chess.
Yes, they are both games, and they have some things in common the same way many games do. And maybe you can practice your concentration playing chess. But there are far more champions that don't play serious chess than those that do. And guys like Efren and Corey that do play chess, well, it's more likely they play chess because they love strategy games in general. Their love for games spills over into chess, poker, and other games. Not because it directly helps their pool game.
I DO however think it might indicate a player's style. Efren, Corey, Alex, they are all tactical players. They are more likely to play chess than sledgehammer players like Earl, Shaw, or Filler, who might prefer games where execution means more than strategy.
I love chess, but I don't think it does much for your pool game. Practicing chess to improve pool is about as ineffective as practicing pool to improve chess.
Yes, they are both games, and they have some things in common the same way many games do. And maybe you can practice your concentration playing chess. But there are far more champions that don't play serious chess than those that do. And guys like Efren and Corey that do play chess, well, it's more likely they play chess because they love strategy games in general. Their love for games spills over into chess, poker, and other games. Not because it directly helps their pool game.
I DO however think it might indicate a player's style. Efren, Corey, Alex, they are all tactical players. They are more likely to play chess than sledgehammer players like Earl, Shaw, or Filler, who might prefer games where execution means more than strategy.
I think riflery is better training for pool than chess. Position the body, find your aim, keep your head and body still as you shoot, and fire when ready.
I respectfully disagree. Sure, if all you do is play games like nine ball then you have a point. Otherwise you don't. Many pool games are very tactical and games like chess and backgammon can definitely help a pool player become a tactician.
Take a look and the players you mentioned. Efren, Corey, and Alex, each are tactical players who excel at One Pocket, the ultimate strategic game.
Tom
Does Efren play chess for money ?
Does Efren play chess for money ?
Corey - Efren $500 ?