Mechanics

N

normlook

Registered
I am having some very minor problems with mechanics and developing consistancy. Who is the best to help me with this problem.
 
normlook said:
I am having some very minor problems with mechanics and developing consistancy. Who is the best to help me with this problem.
Click to expand...

It depends where you are.

I would suggest the following instructors:

Randy Goettlicher (Dallas,Texas)
Scott Lee (He's everywhere - He's everywhere)
Jerry Breiseth (Wisconsin)
Denny Stewart (Ohio)
Joe Tucker (Rhode Island)
Me (Orlando, FL)

Whatever you do, don't ask for generic advice over the internet. Find an instructor that can analyze your mechanics IN PERSON and provide correction for whatever your problems may be.
 
normlook said:
I am having some very minor problems with mechanics and developing consistancy. Who is the best to help me with this problem.
Click to expand...

1. Videotape yourself shooting a variety of shots from different angles.
2. Upload the vids to YouTube.
3. Post the links to the vids here.
3. ... and we'll analyze your mechanics for free. ;)
 
cigardave said:
1. Videotape yourself shooting a variety of shots from different angles.
2. Upload the vids to YouTube.
3. Post the links to the vids here.
3. ... and we'll analyze your mechanics for free. ;)
Click to expand...


Do you really think its that easy?
 
cigardave said:
1. Videotape yourself shooting a variety of shots from different angles.
2. Upload the vids to YouTube.
3. Post the links to the vids here.
4. ... and we'll analyze your mechanics for free. ;)
Click to expand...

4. More like... rip on you for our own expense :D j/ks
 
Just some general advice: don't get bogged down in details. I will occasionally have people ask me some question like "how do you hold your wrist for a power draw shot" or some overly detailed question about the stance. While analyzing small aspects of your mechanics can be helpful, it can also detract from the big picture. Instead, think of the goals you need to accomplish: you need to stand perfectly still and be comfortable. Your bridge hand needs to be solid and steady. Your cue needs to be delivered in a straight line on a level plane, and you need adequate room to stroke and follow through.

If you throw some balls out on the table and shoot them in any order, while focusing on accomplishing these goals, you may notice aspects of your technique that are hurting you. Is your bridge unsteady? Is your stance off balance? Work on correcting the "big" issues before you focus on details.
 
henho said:
Just some general advice: don't get bogged down in details. I will occasionally have people ask me some question like "how do you hold your wrist for a power draw shot" or some overly detailed question about the stance. While analyzing small aspects of your mechanics can be helpful, it can also detract from the big picture. Instead, think of the goals you need to accomplish: you need to stand perfectly still and be comfortable. Your bridge hand needs to be solid and steady. Your cue needs to be delivered in a straight line on a level plane, and you need adequate room to stroke and follow through.

If you throw some balls out on the table and shoot them in any order, while focusing on accomplishing these goals, you may notice aspects of your technique that are hurting you. Is your bridge unsteady? Is your stance off balance? Work on correcting the "big" issues before you focus on details.
Click to expand...
I like this response.
 
Half_Cut said:
Wouldn't you rather have Earl's stroke?
Click to expand...

Yes I would. I'm watching part 5 now.

EDIT: Check out the kick Keith makes at the 4:35 time mark of part 5!
 
Last edited:
Roadkill said:
Observe the gentleman in the baseball cap.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHQw9T5uvyk
Click to expand...


I am familiar with Kieth McCready.

The general speech I give everyone is that the overall goal, as far as execution is concerned, is to place your cue on the line of the shot and follow through the cue ball in a straight line. Everything else in your mechanics is meant to facilitate that goal, be it a balanced stance, proper grip, stroke timeing etc.

Kieth looks awkward in his approach, however the cue is on the line of the shot and goes straight through the cue ball, he wouldn't be making long shots otherwise. But not everyone is as talented, or has the amount of time required to develop that style, so most people should start with an orthodox approach and then build upon that.

While we are talking about fundamentals here is a video the perfect player

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IelN2KZcwWA
 
If you are in the SouthEast, Steve Jennings lives in Charlotte, NC.

Steve is a BCA Instructor and a member of the SPF Family of Instructors. Steve is one of the best at analysing a person's Mechanics.

Look him up.....SPF=randyg
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top