S.A.M Method
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yeppers there is alot of discussions on this.
instructors on this forum
A handful of instructors on this forum use it. RandyG for sure, I think Scott Lee and Steve.
There are several threads discussing SAM but I'm not sure if a search will turn them up or not. SAM is a fractional aiming system and is learned in steps. From sitting in on one of RandyG's classes for a few minutes it seemed that one huge advantage was that SAM gives a student and teacher a concrete form of communication. A tip and a half of side often means something different to two people. SAM 3 or any SAM number always means exactly the same thing.
SAM stands for Supplemental Aiming System so obviously it isn't meant as the be all end all in aiming systems but when you get to where you are dividing SAM numbers into smaller fractions it does get very precise, or so it seems to me.
Hu
A handful of instructors on this forum use it. RandyG for sure, I think Scott Lee and Steve.
There are several threads discussing SAM but I'm not sure if a search will turn them up or not. SAM is a fractional aiming system and is learned in steps. From sitting in on one of RandyG's classes for a few minutes it seemed that one huge advantage was that SAM gives a student and teacher a concrete form of communication. A tip and a half of side often means something different to two people. SAM 3 or any SAM number always means exactly the same thing.
SAM stands for Supplemental Aiming System so obviously it isn't meant as the be all end all in aiming systems but when you get to where you are dividing SAM numbers into smaller fractions it does get very precise, or so it seems to me.
Hu
You haven't looked at any of the SAM threads before? Not once?
I'll guess you get some information, LOL LOL
Wish Smorg was here. He'd say something really funny.
Paul
SAM provides a specific aiming point for 80% of your shots. It can be a very effective aiming method once you learn it. I have worked with students who would rather use another methos (ghost ball, contact, etc) and others who grab a hold of SAM and immediately see the benefit.
We don't tell students they must use SAM, but we offer it as an option, and a large number of students find it extremely helpful.
Steve
Hu...We have revised S.A.M. to now be called Stick Aiming Method...as opposed to ball overlap aiming methods. The cuestick is utilized to find the aimpoint on the OB, which is then directed at that point, through the vertical axis of the CB. SAM is a very effective process, once you have an accurate and repeatable set up and delivery system. As was mentioned, it can be utilized on nearly 80% of all shots, including cuts, banks, combinations, caroms and kisses...and provides a way to adjust for shooting with sidespin as well.
Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
SAM is my method
SAM is my pal
SAM is effective
Sam is WOW
Sam is how I run out on everyone I see
Sam helps me to run out the balls 1....2....3
GreyGhost
Funny
ne of my students name is SAM! LMAO, so I always give him hell...I tell him to stick with his name and he will be ok. When he calls me, i answer "hows it going stick aiming method" He's picking it up fast too since there is no possible way for him to forget, less he gets amnesia and forgets his own name 
SAM is my pal
SAM is effective
Sam is WOW
Sam is how I run out on everyone I see
Sam helps me to run out the balls 1....2....3
GreyGhost
Funny
ne of my students name is SAM! LMAO, so I always give him hell...I tell him to stick with his name and he will be ok. When he calls me, i answer "hows it going stick aiming method" He's picking it up fast too since there is no possible way for him to forget, less he gets amnesia and forgets his own name 
Caroms and billiards. Interesting
, I'll play around later with that Scott
. Thanks...Pete
thanks for the update
Scott,
Thanks for the update. I have the old paperwork around here somewhere "S.A.M. is R.A.D." I believe. Sounds like there has been considerable revision since then.
Hu
Scott,
Thanks for the update. I have the old paperwork around here somewhere "S.A.M. is R.A.D." I believe. Sounds like there has been considerable revision since then.
Hu
Hu...S.A.M. is STILL R.A.D.! LOL The only errors we can make are 1) Recognition; 2) Alignment; or 3) Delivery. That's why we focus so much on the delivery end first...and then alignment (of your body & cue, to the shot), and recognition (of the angle #)! BTW, I'll be down in LA in a few days. Let's try to have dinner again!
Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
Jesse...Yes, I gave Dale a lesson in his home, up in NY. I am a student of, friend of, and colleague of Randyg. We teach the same concepts, and often team-teach the 3-day pool schools around the country.
Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
Scott & I have a school coming up in Florida this Feb. Should fill up by New Years....SPF=randyg
Randy, where in Florida?
Hi Scott;
That sounds like the same method that Joe Tucker uses instead of the old SAM. BTW, I really like Joe's "By the Numbers" concept to determine an aiming line.
When you coming out West?
Mike