Bob Jewett said:
You seem to be saying that only people who have been trained by Randy Goettlicher and put SPF in their advertising are capable of properly analyzing a player's mechanics.
Is that what you're saying?
I agree Bob,
Some pro caliber players couldn't teach another how to rack properly. Other pro players are excellent teachers. Tony Robles, in fact, IS the best teacher in NY, despite being a wonderful player. My experience has shown me that some players who teach misss the little details, often times because it is "automatic" to them, and therefor makes them ineffective as teachers. The players who take the time to show and explain what others take for granted or do subconciously, are undoubtedlty better teachers.
Also, the best players dont always make the best coaches. It happens in every sport. Some terrific baseball coaches, like buck showlater, never made it in the majors. Van gundy in basketball? many NFL coaches too. The point is, that just because the teacher cant perform on a world class level, doesnt mean they don't understand the game, and teach it very well. Case in point.... Thorsten Hohmann's german coach, Michael Wahl, easily the most succesful and renowned coach in that country, can hardly play a lick. But his insight, and attention to detail is incredible.
Anyone, at any level, looking to better their game, would be well advised to spend as much time with Tony robles on a 9fter, as possible!
rg
Ps, ABC, being my home room, I am also aware of the other teachers in NY, like rolando, chris lynch, SJM, etc. All of them are fine teachers too.
