SKILL 7 VS SKILL 3?!?!?! - APA 8 Ball League Match

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  • @josenarvaez2395
    @josenarvaez2395 10 місяців тому +1

    Just came across this video/channel. I’m about to start my third season (SL 4) and look forward to seeing more of your videos. Very helpful/insightful. From what how to hit the ball, to explaining the leave, or pointing out why the shot didn’t work out. Thanks for the info. Got yourself a new subscriber.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Awesome! I appreciate the support! Thank you

  • @wdiddy1
    @wdiddy1 10 місяців тому +5

    I like how humble you are, hard to find in pool players normally lol. Most guys no matter their skill level, talk like they're so close to being on SVB's level. You did give that last cue ball before the 8 a great chance to scratch lol.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +2

      Lol, thanks man! This is a humbling game.. there always seems to be someone who is better, no matter how good you get. Thanks for checking out my channel!

  • @Postmann88
    @Postmann88 10 місяців тому +12

    As an armature player, this is a very fun style of pool video to watch! Subbed, and looking forward to checking out a lot more of your content!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Sweet! I'm glad that you find it entertaining! Thanks for the sub!

  • @sonnymayer
    @sonnymayer 10 місяців тому +2

    I enjoy watching your videos Josh. As a 7/9 I can relate to a lot of the things and situations you describe, especially when having to play the lower SL players. But that's pool lol.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      💯... i appreciate you watching, sonny!

  • @kevinbru5848
    @kevinbru5848 10 місяців тому +18

    The Dimond table Pocket Rattle, it's a standard feature

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +3

      LOL - comes stock with every new floor model!

    • @randallgibson8619
      @randallgibson8619 10 місяців тому +1

      The diamond hanger is common too where 3/4 of the ball is hanging over and it still doesn’t go lol

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      @@randallgibson8619 lol

    • @djamo1969
      @djamo1969 10 місяців тому +1

      It’s hard to cheat the pocket on a Diamond. The red labels are even harder; at least the one at my hall is because it has deeper shelves than the blue labels. And they’re 9’, too. They have a bunch of 7’ Diamonds as well, but they’re the older models and I can’t remember if they even have a label like these ones. Long story short, playing on Diamonds helps me play on the Valleys in my league. They’re way easier than Diamonds. Lol

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +2

      in some regards, yes. Easier to make shots on a valley but, the "touch" and "shape" can sometimes be harder, due to the fact that a valley table is harder to finesse! Thanks for watching, I appreciate the support!@@djamo1969

  • @saysflushable
    @saysflushable 10 місяців тому +2

    Great video and funny commentary. Its helpful when players of your caliber explain what your doing and why. Thanks

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Awesome! I'm glad people are actually taking away some information from my videos! I appreciate the support!

  • @mikestuckey
    @mikestuckey 10 місяців тому

    Josh, this is really cool! I just started recording my matches on my GoPro. So helpful to watch yourself back. Thx for sharing this!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      Absolutely! You'll learn a lot from watching yourself... thanks for the support

  • @HeathefHargis-cq7lf
    @HeathefHargis-cq7lf 10 місяців тому

    Loved it, Thanks for the video and the pointers as play progressed!!!! Looking forward to more!!!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! Def will have more to come!! Thanks for watching

  • @AlfredoGrey
    @AlfredoGrey 14 днів тому

    Nice game, nice commentary, I like you explain every shot you take and what time of spin or effect you put on the cue ball, got yourself another subscriber, hope to learn more from your videos. Keep it up.

  • @ruabadfish2oou
    @ruabadfish2oou 10 місяців тому +1

    Started APA this January to meet people. They started me as a 3, now a 6.
    I've played all levels.
    Wish someone in our league would record like you do. I bet your fellow league players really enjoy your vids.
    Thanks for doing these, I feel pool is growing. A large part of it because of people like you,👍

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much man! Some of them act like they don't care either way but, then I notice they seem to watch them, LOL... You should start recording your area matches!

    • @ruabadfish2oou
      @ruabadfish2oou 10 місяців тому

      @@Amateur_Pool I may, I'm so lazy about editing though, but I think I'll at least try it to see how it goes.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      @@ruabadfish2oou awesome!

  • @benatchley881
    @benatchley881 10 місяців тому +4

    I am a 6/7, and had to play a 3 in 8 ball a few weeks back. For me, it can be difficult to focus on playing the same type of game against a 3 that you would against a high ranked player. In my experience, most 3's can run 2-4 balls with an open table. So, just like when playing a high skill level, you definitely don't wanna leave an empty table. That's what I did in the rack that I lost. Haha.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      Exactly... it's hard not to think to yourself, "I'll get another shot if i miss, " lol

    • @bob733333
      @bob733333 10 місяців тому +2

      Play safe against the scrubs, they don't know what to do.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      @bob733333 love it!

  • @glockasauruswrex6362
    @glockasauruswrex6362 10 місяців тому +3

    I'm a 3 and play against our 7's in practice regularly. If you want to get better it's the only way. I also recommend playing local tourneys...I doubled up with another lvl 3 at an 8-ball scotch doubles tourney and we finished 2nd outta 20 teams! Talk abut a boost in confidence? Sending 6's and 7's home was a blast!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      Awesome! You're absolutely right.. playing with someone better will boost your game up. I Appreciate you watching!

  • @fugglesme4186
    @fugglesme4186 9 місяців тому

    Hi Josh, New subscriber here. Love your channel. Lively commentary and good information. Yea its always tough playing an opponent when they only need 2 games. And especially tough when you give them a game. doh! Way to manage the match.
    One comment on the match, @36:45 your opponent called for a time-out for that kick on the 3 ball. Then they marked the aim point with something. That is not legal in APA, or it wasn't when I played a few years ago. Fortunately it didn't really effect the result. Good luck with your channel and your game.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for the kind words.. i truly appreciate it.. in our area, you are allowed to mark the table with a coach... thanks for the sub, and the comment..

  • @mikethornhill876
    @mikethornhill876 4 місяці тому +1

    Great insight about your problem with consistency and not playing/ practicing regularly. Would enjoy hearing your mindset about playing against different handicap levels on different size tables also

  • @robby1816
    @robby1816 9 місяців тому

    I'm in Oz, playing English 8 Ball (using the new "International Rules").
    This type of talking through frames is *EXACTLY* what I've been looking for. Subbed.
    Question: After winning your 5th frame, the cue ball was still moving when you collected the un-potted balls to rack. In your comp, is that loss of frame? (earlier you were marking the pocket, to follow the rules, so I'm curious if this was friendly convention, or not part of your rules?)

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Yes.. when your in an apa tournament, that is a loss of rack. When your playing regular league play, against someone you know well, that petty rule is typically not called (just like making the pocket)

  • @deearmstrong6334
    @deearmstrong6334 9 місяців тому

    Just like you said about not practicing all the time you lose your consistency it's like your mind knows what to do but you can't get your hands to move the cue the way it needs to be

  • @jaygtp6
    @jaygtp6 10 місяців тому +3

    as a 3, myself, your commentary was very helpful

  • @mmafan1007
    @mmafan1007 5 місяців тому

    Do you play second ball on break with draw or do you roll or hit cue ball in the center? I have tried it and often scratch cue ball in the corner pocket.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  5 місяців тому +1

      I play it with draw and outside English. Check out one of my pattern play videos. I explain my 8 balk break

  • @scottdanajr7380
    @scottdanajr7380 10 місяців тому +6

    Playing 3’s are tough! One unexpected scratch on the 8 and they’ve got a point.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Yup... Ya gotta stay on your game, for sure..

  • @hang-the-93
    @hang-the-93 10 місяців тому +2

    It's funny how you can tell immediately from the how steady the bridges and stroke is how good the player is.

  • @bptraveler6608
    @bptraveler6608 10 місяців тому

    Good to hear you calling how the shots are played. Thanks.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! Appreciate you

  • @keithmatthews3750
    @keithmatthews3750 9 місяців тому

    When I was a 4..I loved that matchup…I could put a lot of pressure on em .because you drop 2 … you mess up once I’m on the hill

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Exactly! It can be tough matchup, either way

  • @joeplocki3525
    @joeplocki3525 10 місяців тому

    I'm a 5/5, spent 2 sessions playing masters to get out of being stuck at 4/4, so I've played a lot of 7/9's. I subbed midway through watching this because of how humble you are (not that the guys in my league aren't, but they don't record/post their matches), but it's refreshing to see you, full transparency with your mistakes and all. Most of the higher level players I've seen post will only show their near perfect matches, and when asked about it, act like they don't make mistakes. I know that's not true, lots of really good 7/9's in my area, and in masters, I was usually able to get 2 racks, a lot of times to 4-5, and every now and then it came down to the last rack. I even won 3 matches in those two sessions. It's great to see posts like this. Keep 'em coming, man!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      That's awesome bro. I appreciate the nice words too. EVERYONE misses, even the pros. Good amateurs miss more often than we'd like to admit, that's for sure. I made a decision to just spotlight amateur pool, with all of its nuisances. Just posting the good matches wouldn't be a good "amature " channel, imo. I appreciate you watching!

  • @mrpoolplayer6379
    @mrpoolplayer6379 10 місяців тому

    We used to have some Rated Tournaments & yes we had some 3s... Two that I remember, were a couple Bouncers, at a local Strip Club & they were some big ol' boys. They didn't play too bad, but they could Break. In fact, they would beat most folks who couldn't get out or couldn't Break & yes they mad a lot of game balls with shootin' hard & a crushing break, that pocketed the 9....

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      It's hard to play someone with a handicap, especially when they can crush the balls

  • @starlingbuckley5318
    @starlingbuckley5318 10 місяців тому

    Enjoyed that

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Thanks! That's why i do it... thanks for watching

  • @wizardmack3551
    @wizardmack3551 10 місяців тому

    hey Josh, what are you using to film your matches?

  • @mattdevico5747
    @mattdevico5747 10 місяців тому +4

    My nickname would be Kid Inconsistent.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      LOL - good one! I could use that name also

  • @gman5051
    @gman5051 10 місяців тому

    Hey Josh ! New sub here …great and educational , to listen to your commentary .

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Hey, gman! I appreciate the support. So glad you like it! You rock!

  • @timscott178
    @timscott178 10 місяців тому +1

    before they changed the scoring system it was common for people to throw low numbers at 7's - but you're right now it's only worthwhile in 9 ball - great video really like how you break down your thought process on how you go about the rack.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      I appreciate that, Tim..

    • @AAAskeet
      @AAAskeet 10 місяців тому

      They still do.They dump on us 7s and hope the 2-3 gets a lucky game for a hill point.Keeps your 2-3s from going up.

    • @timscott178
      @timscott178 10 місяців тому

      @@AAAskeet yea i've seen that first hand when i used to play - it's been a while since i played lAPA i'm sure it's always going to be that way

    • @somepeoplecanthandlethetruth
      @somepeoplecanthandlethetruth 10 місяців тому +1

      I spent two years dumping games in APA pool back in the 90s just to gamble with so called 7s lol. I robbed so many guys who just didn’t have a clue. Damn internet and camera phones ruined the hustle!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      @@somepeoplecanthandlethetruth lol.... ya man, hard to stay "hidden" these days

  • @bug3474
    @bug3474 9 місяців тому

    Entertaining commentary & easy to watch video. Thanks

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Thank you! Appreciate the support

  • @chrisp2272
    @chrisp2272 9 місяців тому

    As someone who plays for fun at a college bar that has beer stained, “quicksand” felt and a not quite level floor, this gives me confidence that I’m a better player than I thought.
    I feel like there’s about a 10 item checklist that should be the first lesson for any novice. 1) just look at the table; what are the hard shots? 2) where’s the Q ball going- this is more important than where is the object ball going. 3) did you mean to hit it so hard? 4) why do you play so many shots with draw, did you forget rule #2? 5) try a safety every now and again; going 7 rails and moving every ball on the table isn’t a winning strategy. 6) you can’t change physics
    Well, there might not even be 10 most important rules

  • @jevanoff83
    @jevanoff83 10 місяців тому

    I'm a 3 and when I played APA my team always put me up against 6-7 if the other team had them. Seems like a lot of the higher rank players we played against would get pissed off at it and they would play like crap enough for me to get to the hill or even steal the match on occasion. Our 5s-6s we're confident in beating the teams 4s-5s but would try too hard on their 6s-7s.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      it's a good strategy for 9 ball, for sure. I use it sometimes too. It normally doesn't work that well in 8 ball though!

  • @wesleyfields5534
    @wesleyfields5534 9 місяців тому

    One shot is what they would call me. LOl. I like Prof. Banks cause I can figure out all the angles. Thanks for the video.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Nice! 1 Shot McGavin! lol - thanks for watching

  • @randymallett
    @randymallett 10 місяців тому

    Pimp of pool, lmao. Nice. Idk what my nickname would be. Never had one. Idk, I'm probably not good enough for one tbh. HA. Btw, great job my man. Your channel's really starting to take off. Noticing the increase in views, likes, subs, everything. Frequent, high quality, informative videos w/commentary. That's the recipe. ;-) Keep it up bro!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much bro... been working hard at it

    • @randymallett
      @randymallett 9 місяців тому

      @Amateur_Pool And it shows. 👍🏼👏 Oh hey you get any challenge match takers before your collab with you know who?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      @randymallett not really.. played a couple of local guys..

  • @NH_RSA__
    @NH_RSA__ 6 місяців тому

    Last SL3 I played had a two inning game followed by a one inning game.
    3s give me headaches.

  • @bertmollar
    @bertmollar 10 місяців тому

    I always hated playing sandbaggers in APA. I played against 3s that stroked the ball like Mike Massey

  • @johnnyroc
    @johnnyroc 9 місяців тому +1

    When I go up blind as a 7 I pretty much know they gonna sacrifice a 3 or a 2. It’s not rare at all in my town. Usually those are the easiest matches to win but occasionally crazy stuff does happen.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому +1

      That happens a lot here, but in 9 ball. Rarely do we see a team put a 3 in a 7 in 8ball. Thanks for watching!

  • @poolbob8776
    @poolbob8776 9 місяців тому

    I don't use the 8-ball break (hitting 2nd ball in the rack)), when playing a 2 or a 3 skill level player, because if you make the 8 and scratch, you lose the game. Since they only need 2 wins to beat you, it's risky.

  • @rickwilliams3515
    @rickwilliams3515 10 місяців тому

    Hey, I enjoyed and subscribed. I have the same issue with the hangers rattling out. I always blame it on tight pockets but know it's from a straight-stroke flaw most likely!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      absolutely! Us pool players always need to have an excuse, lol. I know that 99.99% of my misses are just from a flaw in my stroke! Thanks for watching!

  • @JustJrTv
    @JustJrTv 10 місяців тому +1

    when i was a 4 i loved being tossed out to 7's They quickly found out why my teams would throw me lol.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Nice! It's good to have a strong 3 or 4...

  • @mmafan1007
    @mmafan1007 5 місяців тому

    Good morning, I hope you’re doing well. It must be very cold up there today. My question is that the balls always jump out of the pocket whenever I play stun or draw shot into the side pocket. What can I do about it?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  5 місяців тому +1

      If the object ball is jumping out of the pocket, it means you're hitting the ball way to hard (at least, that's the only time I've ever seen that happen).. if that's the case, work on more follow through, and less power, on your shots. See if that helps

  • @martinparker9249
    @martinparker9249 10 місяців тому

    38:11 why was that a bad hit n ball in hand ? i slow mo'd it and he hit the 1 ball first from what i could see ?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      That was the 9 ball. He was on the 8 ball but, he hit the 9 first

  • @danp6101
    @danp6101 10 місяців тому +1

    Hey Josh let me give you tip from a skill level 7 in 8 ball skill level 9 in 9 ball to another skill level 7.
    I don't know for certain but in this match it looks like you prefer to break from the right side of the pool table.
    Practice from both sides and from hitting the apex ball straight on.
    tip 1
    if your opponent likes to tilt the rack away from the way you break.
    break from the other side you will make the 8 on the break a lot more.
    if the apex ball is not touching the 2 second balls the 8 will fly out even better.
    I have made the 8 on the break over 400 times. not all of them were wins.
    tip 2
    when playing any level but especially the lower skill levels and it comes to hill hill.
    break from head on. hit the apex ball straight on.
    this will help in not scratching.
    tip 3
    there were a couple of times where after the break you could of played a safe which would of open up a couple of your balls plus I think you would of gotten ball in hand because he would have had to kick at the ball.
    even if you didn't the outcome would be to your advantage anyway.
    Then I thought you would of ran out the table.
    tip 4
    remember when playing a skill level 3 or 2 the more balls on the table the harder it is for them to runout.
    when I end up playing a 2 or 3 or 4. my goal is to win by creating as many innings I need to win.
    a break and run is not the only way to win.
    tip 5
    don't play skill level 4's
    I'm sure you know why.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Great tips bro... i appreciate you!

    • @danp6101
      @danp6101 9 місяців тому

      @@Amateur_Pool
      You're welcome

  • @lancheair5278
    @lancheair5278 10 місяців тому +1

    Nickname "Dead Silence" would be mine. My first match ever i was given so much crap so being happy about winning a game (not the entire match). Apparently the league even though it was APA was a bit serious, so i took that to heart. I barely make mention of my good shots and the bad ones or misses i dont react either.

  • @_Ramen-Vac_
    @_Ramen-Vac_ 9 місяців тому +1

    Great lil match! Been playing on and off for about 40 years, and usually it takes me about 10 racks to warm up, maybe 15 to get hot if I'm gonna. I have no idea what APA skill-level I'd be graded, what's the highest? 10? SVB? Reyes? I have kind of Efren's outside-the-box creativity, kicking skills etc . . but a trip-hammer break like Shane. Favorite player of all time though? Mizz. Have a fun time whatever ya do!

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! Highest apa level is 7 but, apa is set up for the newer player. So, SL 7 can range from like a 550 fargo, up to over 700

    • @_Ramen-Vac_
      @_Ramen-Vac_ 9 місяців тому +1

      @@Amateur_Pool Cool. Being kinda old school, I'm raahthaa ..appalled with what they've done to 8-ball. Makes it too damn easy. like 9-ball w/ too many options. Play it on a 10' table that way and it'd be even easier. I only just bought a cue stick a couple years ago. Just finally got tired of boogery house cues.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому +2

      @_Ramen-Vac_ that's sweet! Ya gotta have your own stick! That's crucial.

    • @_Ramen-Vac_
      @_Ramen-Vac_ 9 місяців тому

      @@Amateur_Pool nah, not too crucial. Playin the table's crucial. Same thing as a poker face.

    • @hectorvelis8896
      @hectorvelis8896 9 місяців тому

      Its 9 in nine ball max SL

  • @seanscanlon9067
    @seanscanlon9067 10 місяців тому

    6:06 he should have banked the ball on the rail towards the eight-ball to tie it up so that it would have to be developed in order to free it when going for the clearance.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      That would have been better!

  • @KarlH1980
    @KarlH1980 9 місяців тому

    5:00 I've gotten past it but when I started APA I would say 1 shot wonder.

  • @blaine4973
    @blaine4973 4 місяці тому

    38:00 are you allowed to mark the table like that in APA?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  4 місяці тому

      Yup.. another FANTASTIC apa rule (sarcasm), lol

  • @steveellis9026
    @steveellis9026 10 місяців тому

    Enloyed your commentation on this. First video of yours I've watched. I'll be watching some more.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Thanks, Steve! I appreciate you

  • @merlinlewis6361
    @merlinlewis6361 10 місяців тому

    I'm NAPA we call all the pockets I'm used to. I just naturally do whenever I'm playing

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      We're supposed to also but, a lot of times we just agree to call it..

  • @Tanfo77
    @Tanfo77 10 місяців тому

    Does APA ever play on a 9 footer? I see mostly 7 footers, especially the Vegas games.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      I know the majority of it is played on 7 ft tables. There could be a few venue's that have 9 ft table but, not around me. Thanks for watching!

  • @DiveWithDavecom
    @DiveWithDavecom 9 місяців тому

    Very entertaining!

  • @Villarreal422
    @Villarreal422 9 місяців тому

    That's what was happening to me when I was playing APA this pst Friday. I was rattling pockets all night. Same with my bank shots. It was just a rough night for me

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      It happens... i hate it but, it is what it is! Thanks for watching!

    • @brianphillips6713
      @brianphillips6713 9 місяців тому

      Slow your stroke up a bit. The harder you hit the smaller the pocket plays.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      @@brianphillips6713 good tip!

  • @hectorvelis8896
    @hectorvelis8896 9 місяців тому

    Thisuyin the back corner just missing almost every shot lol 😂

  • @johngosneigh110
    @johngosneigh110 8 місяців тому

    Yes I've been there I had to play a lot of defense because I was a little off lol

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  8 місяців тому

      Is a rough match, if you're not playing well

  • @NG_717
    @NG_717 4 місяці тому

    Buddies call me the summoner. Comes from opponents E8ing against me and against teammates whenever im in the building lol

  • @JD-fx1np
    @JD-fx1np 8 місяців тому

    Who saw that chalk placement in the last kick shot? Then look at the coach, he moved it even slightly further down, in the wrong direction. They messed up. Not to mention, diamond tables' rails play shorter right?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  8 місяців тому

      Ya, they feel like they play a little shorter too me.

  • @vincent6692
    @vincent6692 9 місяців тому

    Since the 90s " Mike Hammer"

  • @randallgibson8619
    @randallgibson8619 10 місяців тому

    Puts a lot of pressure on the 7 for sure. One game for the 3 and he scores a point.

  • @chadmoore3330
    @chadmoore3330 9 місяців тому

    I’m a SL6 trying to get to a 7. My biggest weakness is playing against lower skill levels. My worst nightmare is a SL3 who’s coached correctly and plays really safe! Lol

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      lol, no kidding... it's harder to play down, mentally

  • @whenturtlesattack
    @whenturtlesattack 7 місяців тому +1

    The "Saiyen" I always come back stronger 😤🤘

  • @paulnarez7598
    @paulnarez7598 9 місяців тому

    Back when smoking was allowed in bars in North Texas, I would smoke a cig while playing and would place it between my pinky and ring finger of my cueing hand and someone started calling me Pinky Paul. Lol. I liked it but they got rid of smoking in bars.

  • @lawrencefletcher1686
    @lawrencefletcher1686 10 місяців тому

    Legendary Larry...lol

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Lol, that's a good one. Or, Larry the legend

  • @devoncole5789
    @devoncole5789 10 місяців тому

    I see three shots when Coach was there looking a one rail bank a two rail bank and shooting through your ball with back spin

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      You shoulda been there coaching him, lol

  • @davelariviere
    @davelariviere 10 місяців тому

    I think a cool nickname is The Pretender. Up to your opponent to figure out if you're pretending to be good...or pretending to be bad! Lol

  • @smiley454jmw
    @smiley454jmw 9 місяців тому

    I am a 7 in apa 8 ball and the other teams always throw off on me if they get a chance but it's normally always an easy 3 points I enjoy masters a lot more its just a race to 7 no matter whomever you play

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Ya, I love the Masters format. They don't have a Masters division where I play yet. They did in the old area I played at though.

  • @michaelmcdonald6794
    @michaelmcdonald6794 10 місяців тому

    My nickname would be... "oh snap" as in I also have a way of being self-destructive. LOL My opponent cornerhooked me by the corner pocket. The object ball was by the middle diamond on the short rail. I aimed at the edge of the other side of the pocket almost aiming at the tit. That causes the cueball to jump to the right. If you control the speed right it will hit the object ball. I hit it so well I made the ball. The cue ball went straight up for a perfect shot in the side for my next move... almost... it rolled just a hair too much and I hooked myself behind one of his balls. Everyone said oh man what an unlucky roll. It was a great trick shot to get out of the cornerhook I learned back in the late 1980s. I just wish I had not over rolled that cueball by a tad... I would have been out. As you can see I can also pull shots out of nowhere to get out of a jam. Another reason to call me the "oh snap" guy.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Lol, that's a good one.. could fit a lot of players... or, "oh, shit" lol

  • @tylertorres7508
    @tylertorres7508 9 місяців тому

    U got action

  • @FlyingBanana78
    @FlyingBanana78 9 місяців тому

    Should see the 3's in vegas nationals. ;)

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому +1

      I have. My wife played as a 3 there in March. I think I have 1 or 2 of her matches posted on my channel here.

    • @FlyingBanana78
      @FlyingBanana78 9 місяців тому

      @Amateur_Pool cool beans our team got second in 2005 8-ball. Was awesome but some of those 3s shot like 7's

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому +1

      @@FlyingBanana78 for sure... 💯

  • @jamesdavis8731
    @jamesdavis8731 9 місяців тому +1

    I am a bit surprised they allow a player to use the chalk (or anything) to mark the spot where they want to shoot at when kicking - or even banking. Is that really allowed in APA? In the pool halls I have played in America, and the Philippines, that shit would never be allowed no matter what skill level.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Correct.. i was surprised as well..

    • @nickg9021
      @nickg9021 9 місяців тому

      @@Amateur_Pool That is actually a recent rule change (last 2 or 3 years) and prior to that it was definitely NOT permitted to place chalk or a joint protector or anything else as an aid to aiming . Whether by a coach or the shooter himself . I'm not sure why they made the change. Maybe the rules committee decided that since the league is encouraging new players to join , they wanted to make coaching and instructing easier . From my experience , it doesn't make that much difference in the outcome of the shot . Low SL players are capable of missing just about anything .

  • @hedwardharrington864
    @hedwardharrington864 10 місяців тому

    sandbagging players is rampant in the APA

  • @drick2659
    @drick2659 10 місяців тому

    I don't second ball break on lower handicap. I want a better spread. Also I want the number to the blond in the Nike cap🤗

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Lol... my man!! 😍

    • @nickg9021
      @nickg9021 9 місяців тому

      I'm with you, Brother . Broke my heart when Josh said she's married . Oh well .

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      @nickg9021 my bad, fellas 😁

  • @RyanADillon
    @RyanADillon 10 місяців тому +1

    39:32 - if you're genuinely worried about scratching, why hit that shot as hard as you did? You didn't need to risk the scratch in middle if you hit it even 20% softer.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      you are right! I just wanted to make sure I wasn't slow rolling that cut shot. I tend to miss that cut a LOT more often when I hit it softer. I appreciate the input!

  • @user-jz9ck8zh9k
    @user-jz9ck8zh9k 8 місяців тому

    "Natural State Nate"

  • @JayDee-dx2qc
    @JayDee-dx2qc 9 місяців тому

    In my experience the 3 usually loses badly. But u never know how the balls r gonna roll

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      That's true! It can be a tough match

  • @tortureyou
    @tortureyou 9 місяців тому

    Wasn't sure who was the 7 or the 3 the first couple games

  • @dacjeep
    @dacjeep 10 місяців тому

    I just had a match like this last night apa. I am a 6 playing a strong 2. I won 6-0. It was a challenge .

  • @martinparker9249
    @martinparker9249 10 місяців тому

    36:05 he put a marker on the table , so thats allowed ? i would not be happy with that rule !

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Yes.. in APA you are allowed to put something on the table to mark it, unfortunately..

  • @caseyferguson6076
    @caseyferguson6076 10 місяців тому

    My nickname is pool Jesus. I'm a handicap 3. But that's the what u start at I guess. I can run tables and had MVP couple times. Ppl hate that I only got to win 2 games. And it's quick. I don't miss much at all.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      You sound like a bad ass mo fo

  • @annvong1579
    @annvong1579 9 місяців тому

    I played APA before. I could beat the sl 6/7 while I was a handicap 2/3. You never know your luck. But your strokes would drive your player crazy.

  • @a_canal
    @a_canal 10 місяців тому

    How long have you been a 7 for ?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      About a year now. I'm still working on getting better!

  • @antoniog9814
    @antoniog9814 8 місяців тому

    1:00, 4:41, 7:00 Josh, your shots seem like your arm is too tight. Relax your grip and work on your follow through. You're jabbing at the ball, which makes your shots jittery and your accuracy plummets.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  8 місяців тому +1

      Yup, that's one of my battles to fight. I have a muscle disorder (myotonia congenita) that makes me real stiff sometimes

  • @MissCued
    @MissCued 10 місяців тому

    im a 3 in APA, this guys cue control is alot better than mine
    way better than any three ive ever seen, he a super sayin 3 lol

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +2

      I agree! He's not going to stay a 3 much longer

  • @nightstalkerzthermalhoghun848
    @nightstalkerzthermalhoghun848 10 місяців тому

    I am a strong 4 and one of my matches last night was a very strong 2 should be a3-4 and i did not take it as serious as i should’ve i was 3-0 and she ran 5 balls and the 8 and on the hill. I had to pull my head out of my ass and made next game and match. Wont fall for that one any more. Lol. Keep up the great videos cuz.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      Thanks, man.. you have to try and stay focused when there's a handicap like that.. nice work

  • @ruabadfish2oou
    @ruabadfish2oou 10 місяців тому

    Too true with people calling timeouts when there is NOT a shot left, then they want their 6 to give them a hail mary. 🤦🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      It sucks but, it's the nature of the beast... If they knew to call the timeout earlier, then that would mean they could see the trouble coming and avoid it themselves. I guess we'll be stuck showing them the kicking spot, LOL. Thanks for watching!

  • @excxmoody
    @excxmoody 10 місяців тому

    Any coaching advice?

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      I got lots of it, lol... what type of coaching advice are you looking for?

    • @excxmoody
      @excxmoody 10 місяців тому +1

      @@Amateur_Pool Coaching lower rated players. You and I are both 7s in apa...but the coaching aspect I'm a bit lost the times I have. Because how I took to pool growing up...some players at times get the vibe they aren't as interested as you and I...where while they'd like to learn and I don't mind answering questions...how to not overwhelm them with concepts, not potentially come off as rude, etc. Been trying the last time I played league to get them to think for themselves, while trying to be reassuring they can do it. Times I am asked I try to view them as I would my kid...trying to ask what their thoughts are, while trying to give a little bit of a hint so they'll try a bit more and not feel the only answer is to call for a time out.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      @excxmoody ya, man... that can be tough sometimes.. that has less to do with pool, and more to do with reading the individual person. Some people soak up the knowledge, others could care less. I normally try to look at the table and just give them a couple of options, and let them decide. I'll explain the pros and cons of each option. Your not going to get your players to think the way you and i do, right away. Remember, it's takes years to get good at this game. I appreciate you!

    • @excxmoody
      @excxmoody 10 місяців тому

      For instance, myself I've learned from just trying different things like trying to kick or tracking the object ball from many angles at different speeds. Just how I learn. However trying to coach...I notice they're not as into billiards.@@Amateur_Pool

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому +1

      @excxmoody not everyone has the passion for it. Some people use pool league as an excuse to go out and have fun at the bar. Other people (like us) play league because the pool IS the fun for us.

  • @bigrich1959
    @bigrich1959 10 місяців тому

    Richie Rich here super 3😂😂

  • @bruceb4679
    @bruceb4679 10 місяців тому

    Where is this 3

  • @OhSnapWord111
    @OhSnapWord111 4 місяці тому

    I call one of my teammates The Butcher because of the nice cuts he always seems to make.

  • @mjg1185
    @mjg1185 10 місяців тому

    My wife nicknamed me the bus boy because I just wanna clear the table (not that I'm good, I'm a 5, I just prefer to go for the out unless the game is really important).

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  10 місяців тому

      That's a pretty creative nickname! I like it

  • @fubufb420
    @fubufb420 9 місяців тому

    My nickname would be. No Draw. Or. TOO MUCH DRAW😂😢

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Lol... like an Indian... chief draw to much

  • @shereemcniel-coakley262
    @shereemcniel-coakley262 10 місяців тому

    😊Queen of pool lol 😂

  • @tristinwhite9189
    @tristinwhite9189 9 місяців тому

    Bank shot bandit

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Lol... like the wet bandits from the home alone movie? Nice!

  • @Rickbearcat
    @Rickbearcat 7 місяців тому

    You almost, once again, bobbled that last 10-ball before making the eight.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  7 місяців тому +1

      Brooo... if i could stop doing that, I'd win way more, lol

    • @Rickbearcat
      @Rickbearcat 7 місяців тому

      @@Amateur_Pool​​⁠…It’s a trust thing. You don’t trust yourself to hit the edge of the ball or aiming at on rail or near rail shots. I’m a 7 myself and I used to struggle with the same thing, until I forced myself to see the edge to edge with practice. It sometimes looks like you will miss the ball entirely, but you don’t. Once you get it you’ll never look back. Trust me.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  7 місяців тому

      @Rickbearcat your right.. i notice that when i shot good, it's all about trusting my stroke to work

  • @FingerJam12
    @FingerJam12 9 місяців тому

    he sees the issue balls he was trying to figure out english to get there.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      Ya, when i watched it back, i thought the same. He is a good SL3

  • @robertvasquez1845
    @robertvasquez1845 9 місяців тому

    Nice video. Not really a fan of the 2nd ball break. And you played more like a 5 than a 7. But like you said. We need stay warm and practiced.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  9 місяців тому

      For sure! If I always played at the top of my game, i'd be WAYYY better. That's the point of this channel - to highlight amateur pool! Thanks for the support!

  • @greg4254
    @greg4254 7 місяців тому

    Good strategy from the other team if noone was confident against you. 3 had nothing to lose and he got them a point against a 7.

    • @Amateur_Pool
      @Amateur_Pool  7 місяців тому

      Ya - if they were just sacrificing a low SL payer. That makes sense

  • @chuckn.1367
    @chuckn.1367 10 місяців тому

    It's 8 ball. There's 7 opportunities to "get right" on your next ball.

  • @jasondavis6942
    @jasondavis6942 10 місяців тому

    Wesbank

  • @caseyferguson6076
    @caseyferguson6076 10 місяців тому

    This match woulda been over in 15 mins if I was playing. And that's it u got to shoot.