http://www.azbilliards.com/sammdiep/samm12.php
From her article:
However, one of my least favorite things about experiencing dead stroke is that after it’s over, I don’t remember a thing. I can’t remember the super runs I made or how it felt when I made them. The other thing I find myself doing is getting careless. When you feel like you can make anything from anywhere, you forget that you should still try to play position. I find myself making the shots but getting into much more trouble.
I think Dead Stroke and In Stroke are basically synonyms. One could make the argument that they are different, but it's irrelevant in my opinion. The Zone, Dead Stroke, In Stroke, Unconscious, On Fire, or what ever you want to call it is the ultimate goal.
If you're Dead Stroke you're not getting out of line. If you're getting careless, you're not in Dead Stroke anymore. If your conscience mind has a greater influence on your game then the subconscious, you are most likely not in Dead Stroke.
I understand what she means about not remembering a thing because you're playing in the moment. Every shot is made one at a time and demands your most intense focus. You're living moment to moment during the match. So what if you don't remember all the details, thats the price you pay for being in Dead Stroke. If you really want to remember it, video tape it.
Actually, I think you remember the important shots better and probably forget the easier, routine shots. Thats the way I want it personally.
To me, her argument is like saying I want to play in the World Series and want to watch the game from 3rd base line seats at the same time.
JMHO
From her article:
However, one of my least favorite things about experiencing dead stroke is that after it’s over, I don’t remember a thing. I can’t remember the super runs I made or how it felt when I made them. The other thing I find myself doing is getting careless. When you feel like you can make anything from anywhere, you forget that you should still try to play position. I find myself making the shots but getting into much more trouble.
I think Dead Stroke and In Stroke are basically synonyms. One could make the argument that they are different, but it's irrelevant in my opinion. The Zone, Dead Stroke, In Stroke, Unconscious, On Fire, or what ever you want to call it is the ultimate goal.
If you're Dead Stroke you're not getting out of line. If you're getting careless, you're not in Dead Stroke anymore. If your conscience mind has a greater influence on your game then the subconscious, you are most likely not in Dead Stroke.
I understand what she means about not remembering a thing because you're playing in the moment. Every shot is made one at a time and demands your most intense focus. You're living moment to moment during the match. So what if you don't remember all the details, thats the price you pay for being in Dead Stroke. If you really want to remember it, video tape it.
Actually, I think you remember the important shots better and probably forget the easier, routine shots. Thats the way I want it personally.
To me, her argument is like saying I want to play in the World Series and want to watch the game from 3rd base line seats at the same time.
JMHO
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