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sjensen1207

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Most of the recent tournaments I've played in I continue to end up just short of the money. I've finished 9th in several tournaments that only paid the top 8 players and finished 4th in a couple of tournaments that only paid the top 3 players. Other tournaments I've played in I've gone 3 or 4 and out.
Obviously I have issues with my consistency and mental focus. I just can't seem to maintain a certain level of play...

So I'm considering getting some instruction. I've considered both the CueSport College and going to Tulsa and taking some instruction from Gabe Owen. Since I live in SW Missouri both options are attainable. Does anyone else know of any additional players/places in Missouri where instruction is given?

I do have several books, including "The Pleasures of Small Motions", "A Mind For Pool", etc... that deal with not only the physical game, but also the mental aspect as well. I guess what I'm looking for is someone who is capable of analyzing my game and helping me determine if it's a physical issue, mental issue or both...
 
sjensen1207 said:
Most of the recent tournaments I've played in I continue to end up just short of the money. I've finished 9th in several tournaments that only paid the top 8 players and finished 4th in a couple of tournaments that only paid the top 3 players. Other tournaments I've played in I've gone 3 or 4 and out.
Obviously I have issues with my consistency and mental focus. I just can't seem to maintain a certain level of play...

So I'm considering getting some instruction. I've considered both the CueSport College and going to Tulsa and taking some instruction from Gabe Owen. Since I live in SW Missouri both options are attainable. Does anyone else know of any additional players/places in Missouri where instruction is given?

I do have several books, including "The Pleasures of Small Motions", "A Mind For Pool", etc... that deal with not only the physical game, but also the mental aspect as well. I guess what I'm looking for is someone who is capable of analyzing my game and helping me determine if it's a physical issue, mental issue or both...
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I hear you; been there done that. Make beating one of those players that finish ahead of you as a goal (sometimes its that easy) rather than winning the tournament.

If I had access to Gabe Owen I would take at least one or more lessons. Even if he's not a great instructor (I don't know) no telling what a US open champion can teach you.
 
sjensen...I will be coming right down I-44 next week, and could work with you on January 13th, if you're interested. You'd get a complete video analysis of your stroke, and dvds of your lesson, so that you can review. There's also a workbook that goes with the lesson. PM me if you're interested.

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

sjensen1207 said:
Most of the recent tournaments I've played in I continue to end up just short of the money. I've finished 9th in several tournaments that only paid the top 8 players and finished 4th in a couple of tournaments that only paid the top 3 players. Other tournaments I've played in I've gone 3 or 4 and out.
Obviously I have issues with my consistency and mental focus. I just can't seem to maintain a certain level of play...

So I'm considering getting some instruction. I've considered both the CueSport College and going to Tulsa and taking some instruction from Gabe Owen. Since I live in SW Missouri both options are attainable. Does anyone else know of any additional players/places in Missouri where instruction is given?

I do have several books, including "The Pleasures of Small Motions", "A Mind For Pool", etc... that deal with not only the physical game, but also the mental aspect as well. I guess what I'm looking for is someone who is capable of analyzing my game and helping me determine if it's a physical issue, mental issue or both...
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Are you close to Joplin? Look for Joplin Jarred up there, he's another very solid shooter that I'm sure could give ya a pointer or two.


and take up scott on his offer.....it may hold the key to immortality....


THERE CAN BE ONLY ONE HIGHLANDER!!!!
Grey Ghost
 
Scott, let me know if you get my PM.

GreyGhost, Joplin Jared? Jared Eastman? He hasn't been around much that I've seen...
 
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