The proper thought process for giving weight?

[336Robin]

I learned a ball spot in a rotation game( depending on the strength of the
player) is worth 2 to 3 games on the wire each in a race to 7. He got 2 on the wire
and the 8 and 9= two such spots that take up the rest of the games he has to win.
He ran from the 2 to his 8 in one of the games as a 3. Everything was in front of a
pocket and he should have been able to and did.. Like I said it was impossible to
outrun. I have learned what the spots are really worth in games on the wire. I told
the guy. He should win the tournament as a 3.

My ego is definitely in check. The other previous spot game I was involved in I did improve just giving the 8 in 9ball but the player
was stronger than this guy and he got to 7 before I caught a gear. Short races and spots
are tough. Lets you know what they're really worth.

That shit will get you broke.

If you play pool for money, you need to remove your ego from the equation.

There are guys who play lights out and can spot most people the world and still have the best of it.

But for us mortals, its about honest self evaluation, ability to accurately clock your opponents, and knowing what the spots do and dont do. That is if your intent is to MAKE money.

Or you can look at it as a "challenge", and enjoy your pb&j sammiches in your van, down by the river. :thumbup:

 

[336Robin]

I got it!

Well tonight I drew the same guy in 9-ball league and had to give him the
same spot only this time the balls were wild and could be made from caroms.

I gave him two on the wire and the 7 and 8 in 9 ball. Final Score 7 to 5 me.

I appreciate all the advice. The first match up I took all of it but neglected to take chance
to fire back because I had very few shots. Tonight I fired back.