Glenee
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The_Brit_Pool_Player
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Another similar story to many others...LOL
I played pool in the UK in my 20’s – 30’s. Actually, ran a pool league for a few years.
I would say I was certainly an above average player winning a few league singles championships (maybe 200 players) and played in a team good enough to win the league quite a few times.
Also played in a snooker league, pretty average player I think highest break around 50.
Stopped playing 25 years ago when I came over to the USA but, a chance comment with a neighbor last July led us to a local pool hall and I soon became addicted again.
I had a few weeks of going on my own at lunchtimes ($6 tables 12-6pm) and I would spend a couple hours or so practicing.
Although the place was never full at that time of day (they have 12 tables) I started to get to know some locals and invited to play some racks.
It was, at times, a slow and frustrating progression getting used to the larger tables and heavier balls than I played on in the UK.
I think the biggest mistake I made was sitting here hour after hour watching videos and FB reels showing all the best aiming systems, watching everything about ‘cut induced throw’….’gearing’….’shadow ball’…etc etc etc.
I was trying them all and going in circles.
Of course, in the old days, I knew nothing of all that. Playing pool was instinct. I looked at the table, looked at the ball and knew where to hit it. Knew what to allow if applying side. Had enough idea of angles to put the white where it needed to go.
I stopped trying to reinvent the wheel and simply spent hours going back to basics, making sure I was approaching the shot correctly, making sure my stance was locked, arm was straight. I would also say (at 66yo ) hours of actually gradually getting myself down on the shot. These old muscles and bones are not as limber.
Have days where everything on the practice table goes in the pocket and 1st shot of a tournament game miss a 3” cut into pocket. I’m sure everyone has ‘been there, done that’…but…Pool will always be one of those games frustrating at times but also has moments of joy to run a table when things go ‘just right’
I played pool in the UK in my 20’s – 30’s. Actually, ran a pool league for a few years.
I would say I was certainly an above average player winning a few league singles championships (maybe 200 players) and played in a team good enough to win the league quite a few times.
Also played in a snooker league, pretty average player I think highest break around 50.
Stopped playing 25 years ago when I came over to the USA but, a chance comment with a neighbor last July led us to a local pool hall and I soon became addicted again.
I had a few weeks of going on my own at lunchtimes ($6 tables 12-6pm) and I would spend a couple hours or so practicing.
Although the place was never full at that time of day (they have 12 tables) I started to get to know some locals and invited to play some racks.
It was, at times, a slow and frustrating progression getting used to the larger tables and heavier balls than I played on in the UK.
I think the biggest mistake I made was sitting here hour after hour watching videos and FB reels showing all the best aiming systems, watching everything about ‘cut induced throw’….’gearing’….’shadow ball’…etc etc etc.
I was trying them all and going in circles.
Of course, in the old days, I knew nothing of all that. Playing pool was instinct. I looked at the table, looked at the ball and knew where to hit it. Knew what to allow if applying side. Had enough idea of angles to put the white where it needed to go.
I stopped trying to reinvent the wheel and simply spent hours going back to basics, making sure I was approaching the shot correctly, making sure my stance was locked, arm was straight. I would also say (at 66yo ) hours of actually gradually getting myself down on the shot. These old muscles and bones are not as limber.
Have days where everything on the practice table goes in the pocket and 1st shot of a tournament game miss a 3” cut into pocket. I’m sure everyone has ‘been there, done that’…but…Pool will always be one of those games frustrating at times but also has moments of joy to run a table when things go ‘just right’
Mr M
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Hi Everyone,
I'm someone who grew up with an 8/4 ft table playing in the States and then had moved to Australia about 12 years ago and due to the combo of different sized tables, balls and cues I had stopped playing roughly 6 years ago.
Recently had a company christmas party where the venue happened to have a pool table (6/3 ft) and after seeing a colleague nail a behind the back shot I got hooked again. I've since been able to find a local pool hall with the American sized equipment and begun playing regularly.
I have just bought my current cue a McDermott GS09 (photos attached) and have been very happy about it. Ironically it was very similar to the Mali cue I grew up with and I'll look to post more information around that on a Mali cues post along with information about my Dad's Mali pool cue as well.
Just wanted to say that I really have appreciated this forum as a resource while getting back into pool and I wanted to begin also adding my own limited information and stories where I can.
Thanks,
Mr M
I'm someone who grew up with an 8/4 ft table playing in the States and then had moved to Australia about 12 years ago and due to the combo of different sized tables, balls and cues I had stopped playing roughly 6 years ago.
Recently had a company christmas party where the venue happened to have a pool table (6/3 ft) and after seeing a colleague nail a behind the back shot I got hooked again. I've since been able to find a local pool hall with the American sized equipment and begun playing regularly.
I have just bought my current cue a McDermott GS09 (photos attached) and have been very happy about it. Ironically it was very similar to the Mali cue I grew up with and I'll look to post more information around that on a Mali cues post along with information about my Dad's Mali pool cue as well.
Just wanted to say that I really have appreciated this forum as a resource while getting back into pool and I wanted to begin also adding my own limited information and stories where I can.
Thanks,
Mr M
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Glenee
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First WELCOME. I don't think that McDermott gets the accolades it should. There quality is Top Notch and I have never had a Bad one in my hands.I currenlty have a Predator P3 with Revo shaft and a McDemott G222 with Defy shaft, there sure is a lot I like over the revo with the defy shaft. Just more feel with the Defy shaft to name one.
bpeacock
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Oh no... As soon as I started taking it seriously, it all went downhill from there
Cracked Foundation
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Hi folks, new member here from San Antonio, TX. After a 30-year hiatus from competitive play to raise a family and build a career I'm back to competitive play. Kids are grown, career winding down and I suddenly find myself with lots of free time. Joined an APA Masters league and a BCA/ACS league. Lots has changed since I last played leagues and tournament. Particularly with cues. I've got a late 80s Shoen but looking at a Predator P3. Lots of fun so far!
Thanks for adding me here! I am not a "big" pool player. The main reason I joined is because of my father. He passed away and has 2 Sampaio - Made in Portugal pool cues in hinged carrying cases. I see others have been able to post pictures and get a little history and values here. Can someone point me to the correct sub-forum thread to see if I can get some accurate background? Thanks!!
Here's a thread on Sampaio cues from 2022
Sampaio Cue?
Hello All! I know absolutely nothing concerning this cue and would appreciate any info about it. I can pick it up for near nothing. Just thought it looked vintage and pretty cool. Thanks in advance!
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Hello. New to the forum. Just got an 8' Brunswick contender table and in the process of getting it set up this week. Couple of questions. I have read that approx 5' around the table is needed. I currently have a little over 4 feet on one side. The guy setting it up for me is one of the best. He said I am good if I use 52" cues. Pros and cons of using a shorter cue? Also, Aramith balls. I have a set of NIB Premiums. Good balls? I have read a lot of opinions on here and they are all over the place. I wanted a set of DS Bronze but wasn't able to find one.
bpeacock
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Welcome.. Should find plenty of advice here
They call me "Knort"
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Hello,
I am new to the forum,was looking for info on a old Brunswick cue that was my uncles and thanks to Pizza Bob
he knew just what it was when it was made and by who.
been shooting sense I was a kid at 16 (now 64) looking to get back at it and with Jacobys custom cue and The Spot pool hall
in my neighborhood things are looking up
my main cue was a viking (1980"s) with a 14mm shaft and I have a graphite Budweiser cue I bought for a breaking stick and my Brunswick (Willie Mosconi signature series).thanks to Pizza Bob.
thanks for letting me come aboard.
I am new to the forum,was looking for info on a old Brunswick cue that was my uncles and thanks to Pizza Bob
he knew just what it was when it was made and by who.
been shooting sense I was a kid at 16 (now 64) looking to get back at it and with Jacobys custom cue and The Spot pool hall
in my neighborhood things are looking up
my main cue was a viking (1980"s) with a 14mm shaft and I have a graphite Budweiser cue I bought for a breaking stick and my Brunswick (Willie Mosconi signature series).thanks to Pizza Bob.thanks for letting me come aboard.