Jesus Christ!! Shoot the %€~<¥€* ball.
I’m watching Oi and Max and damn near fell asleep. The balls aren’t moving!!
I’m watching Oi and Max and damn near fell asleep. The balls aren’t moving!!
Killing the game!!
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Speed of thunk.
Link?
Link?
battle of the bull probably, there are several streamers. i just choose one with fast paced players in the title. slow players i won't watch without a shot clock
am i remembering wrong that snooker they had a hall of shame for a while, with average shot times? i know barry hearn had the idea. anyways, pool should have one too
am i remembering wrong that snooker they had a hall of shame for a while, with average shot times? i know barry hearn had the idea. anyways, pool should have one too
One Pocket can be slow game, don't play if you want fast game.
They are playing 9 ball!
It's interesting that some games don't require the shot clock. Snooker is the same way, no shot clock.
Me personally, when I'm sweating a one pocket match in person, on-site, I don't care how long a shot takes. But watching a one pocket game virtually, I can see how it would take away from the thrill and be boring as heck.
Many moons ago, ESPN came to the Capital City Classic in Maryland, and during the one pocket division, a one pocket match between two veterans of the game took so long, they packed up their gear and left.
Me personally, when I'm sweating a one pocket match in person, on-site, I don't care how long a shot takes. But watching a one pocket game virtually, I can see how it would take away from the thrill and be boring as heck.
Many moons ago, ESPN came to the Capital City Classic in Maryland, and during the one pocket division, a one pocket match between two veterans of the game took so long, they packed up their gear and left.
boogieman
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that ping.
As long as I'm in the right mood I don't mind a slower 1P match. I have to be in the mind state of learning and analyzing. Sometimes the extra time lets you think of what your move would be. You can kind of do the same thing on any pre recorded match. Pause it and think of all the shot options, then unpause and see what the player decided to do. It's definitely a different feel than just watching a match and especially with a shot clock the players might not have the luxury of deciding which of 5 options would be best. Most good players analyze quickly, but it's fun to think of the options.
I like watching 1P with my wife, all the while discussing what we would do. I agree though, sometimes the super slow matches are a drag to watch virtually, but even they can be alright if you're watching with someone and discussing or being a virtual rail bird. I know 1P can take a while but I'd like to see something like a 1 minute shot clock. That gives plenty of time to analyze a situation but also forces players to s### or get off the pot!
My viewpoint, he used to think that ay, but now with his game paying all expenses he made himself slow down. On the other hand, I've noticed Shane speeding up with his shortened cue.
Said it before and I'll say it again. If you won't watch (or play) without a shot clock then you don't understand the game. You are not the only player and not the only observer.
I totally get the reasons for shot clocks, especially when it's on TV. And I'm fine with it. What I'll never understand though is how "pool fans" moan about the lack of a shot clock. Channel hoppers yes, but pool fans no. You are not the only player and not the only observer.
The fact that seven and eight hundred fargos take their time when there is no shot clock tells us something. You are not the only player and not the only obsever.
Shot clocks for TV? Yes it makes sense and 30s is ok, maybe 40s is better, maybe. Shot clocks because pool players are bored watching? You are not the only player and not the only observer.
Maybe go watch bar rules "no pussy shots" rules and start a fight. Or maybe don't and actually love the game.
I totally get the reasons for shot clocks, especially when it's on TV. And I'm fine with it. What I'll never understand though is how "pool fans" moan about the lack of a shot clock. Channel hoppers yes, but pool fans no. You are not the only player and not the only observer.
The fact that seven and eight hundred fargos take their time when there is no shot clock tells us something. You are not the only player and not the only obsever.
Shot clocks for TV? Yes it makes sense and 30s is ok, maybe 40s is better, maybe. Shot clocks because pool players are bored watching? You are not the only player and not the only observer.
Maybe go watch bar rules "no pussy shots" rules and start a fight. Or maybe don't and actually love the game.
Yeah, that's terrible. I kinda like the 30 second shot clock Matchroom has now, but sometimes I think that is too short. Im thinking 45sec is probably best.
Well said.
