When competing it's best to eliminate or at least reduce unnecessary calculations. I've played a lot with Earl Stickland and he does spin his ball, but does it consistently. He's not putting a various of random "spins" on the ball, he's using the spin to increase margin of error in his "Pocket Zone". I do this using a "Touch of Inside" and the 3 Part Pocket System to increase my target size (the pocket).
Spinning the cue ball is something you must practice to become comfortable. If you use a lot of different speeds and spins you will become stuck at a certain intermediate level. I suggest you practice with one shot speed, and a variety of spins to see how your cue ball reacts. Then reduce your speed and practice the same variety of spins. Notice the difference and be realistic about how difficult it is to make those calculations.
I'm telling you from a lot of playing and gambling experience. I can do almost anything without spin that anyone else can do with spin.
The exceptions is when I have to change the natural angle after contacting the cushion and if the cue ball needs to be swerved. Those two type shots require spin, and every other shot can be done without spinning the cue ball.
I suggest developing ONE consistent shot and try to use it as much as possible, especially under a lot of pressure. If you think spinning the ball all the time is more fun than running out every time.....well.....I just hope you don't play for your hard earned money.
'The Game is the Teacher'
Spinning the cue ball is something you must practice to become comfortable. If you use a lot of different speeds and spins you will become stuck at a certain intermediate level. I suggest you practice with one shot speed, and a variety of spins to see how your cue ball reacts. Then reduce your speed and practice the same variety of spins. Notice the difference and be realistic about how difficult it is to make those calculations.
I'm telling you from a lot of playing and gambling experience. I can do almost anything without spin that anyone else can do with spin.
The exceptions is when I have to change the natural angle after contacting the cushion and if the cue ball needs to be swerved. Those two type shots require spin, and every other shot can be done without spinning the cue ball.
I suggest developing ONE consistent shot and try to use it as much as possible, especially under a lot of pressure. If you think spinning the ball all the time is more fun than running out every time.....well.....I just hope you don't play for your hard earned money.
'The Game is the Teacher'