Terrible Pool Habits That Are Costing You Games! (Pool Lessons)

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  • These are the most common habits that everyone from Beginner to Professional have fallen victim to. You MUST avoid them.
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  • @intheknow3431
    @intheknow3431 11 місяців тому +4

    Problem, playing with players that are far below your skill level. Looking back, I did that and it was alright for a little while since I always received praise for lots of shots I was making. But after a while I started getting very sloppy because it was too easy to win, in fact I purposely would miss some shots to give them more chances to win, these were not money games. My game started to fall apart, I slowly started to not go through my routine etc. etc. my game got worse, until I actually couldn't make shots that I always would make. I had to stop playing with these guys and move to another pool hall to play. It actually took longer to repair my game than the time I spent with this group. I believe now you need to play with players that are close to your level of play or a bit higher.

  • @randallgibson8619
    @randallgibson8619 Рік тому +35

    Taking the shot when it doesn’t feel right, absolutely guilty of this and I’m sure most players are. I’m definitely working on getting g out of that bad habit. I always feel like I’m on the clock playing league when I’m not at all, just have to make myself reset and start over instead of rushing it.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +8

      Trust me, Randall, no matter how much time you take you’re not going to be the slowest player in the league. Don’t let the bangers in the league pull you into there time patterns.

    • @randallgibson8619
      @randallgibson8619 Рік тому +2

      @@FXBilliards you’re absolutely correct but you know that feeling, time is all distorted when you’re on the chopping block lol I’ve definitely gotten much better about taking the time to not only look at my current shot but making sure my next few shots will clear and where I need to be etc. I just really need to stand back up every time I have that “something isn’t right” feeling. Thanks for the feedback pal and thanks for the awesome content!

    • @carloozhewings1493
      @carloozhewings1493 Рік тому

      Hiya there! Just curious wether you have any video's, on planning accurate angles! Thanks again!

    • @JeffKernsTheArtist
      @JeffKernsTheArtist Рік тому

      You are Absolutely right to put the "anyway" shot as number one! Often you realize that you didn't do one of the other things like chalk, look at the line of the shot ect. and then shoot the "anyway" sometimes the pool Gods will punish you immediately and they will allow you to get away with it for three or four shots before extracting
      their revenge!

    • @ericshaw7859
      @ericshaw7859 Рік тому +1

      It is absolutely amazing how much one's skill level can improve by resetting and doing the pre-shot routine again. I used to be bad for not resetting but have learnt to make the effort.

  • @kentsears1429
    @kentsears1429 Рік тому +12

    My number one mistake is thinking too much about position when I’m down on the shot, rather than making the ball.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +4

      Thanks for sharing- you are right -those thoughts need to be made before you’re down on the shot. Thanks for watching.

  • @TheWorldlsMyToilet
    @TheWorldlsMyToilet Рік тому +4

    Don't remember if you mentioned popping up during/before the shot ends, but figured it couldn't hurt to mention again anyway. Thanks as always!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Pretty common, - sometimes a fundamental mistake, sometimes laziness

  • @shalaebrewster3025
    @shalaebrewster3025 Рік тому +2

    Lol 😂 I love how honest you said “yeah you can create a ridiculous bridge with your hands bc you don’t want to pick up the bridge may make the shot but left with shitty position lmao 🤣 “
    Spot on made me laugh see it allll the time haha
    Ty for all the tips as always and for always keeping it real!

  • @hankleblanc5683
    @hankleblanc5683 Рік тому +3

    One example of a distraction that is always afoot(pun intended) is the passerby who is trying to be polite by stopping just before crossing my line of aim but still well within my narrowed field of vision and then standing in a frozen pose so as not to distract me. The tension that creates is palpable and highly distracting, much more so than if the person just blithely walked on through my shot line instead of stopping. It's almost like a standoff. When this happens, I always stand up and wave the person on with a smile before getting back down. I know the passerby means well, so I've never got upset by this at all. I just take it as a positive--an opportunity to re-approach and reset, possibly in an even more focused yet calm frame of mind. Am I the only one who is bothered by this?
    *Good points, Bryan. I'm guilty of all of them, some more than others, of course. I'm quite good about chalking, but I do avoid the bridge if at all possible. However, in every practice session, I run at least one full rack of balls opposite-handed. I’ve been doing this for several years, and it has really helped me reach and make shots I couldn’t have done with my right hand. I still need to practice using the bridge more, though.

  • @richardparker7168
    @richardparker7168 Рік тому +12

    Bryan, you bring up some real issues with all of us. I want to be a better player and your videos are definitely helping. Thanks brother!

  • @rolaraus
    @rolaraus 11 місяців тому +2

    to play less hurriedly, I am trying two things: (1) playing as if I have all the time in the world; and (2) starting my pre-shot routine before I even stand up from my last shot

  • @weswes4187
    @weswes4187 Рік тому +3

    I've watched hundreds of pool videos but yours just click with me. You explain very hard detailed continuous things, not just in this video but your english videos as well that are so easy to digest and apply to your game. THANK YOU so much for taking the time to make these! Very appreciated.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave your comments

  • @user-li5io3op3r
    @user-li5io3op3r Рік тому +2

    I agree not using the bridge hurts people. When I was in my 20s I started learning to use both hands either way the bridge at some point will be needed.

  • @jimstevens2889
    @jimstevens2889 Рік тому +2

    Hey! Best 9 minutes I've spent all week with these tips!

  • @YassineArrahil
    @YassineArrahil Рік тому +3

    The shoot it "Anyway" reminder is a great one. Made me pause each time and re-think and re-aim if needed before hitting the cue ball. Got that from the course. thanks!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      Thank you Yas, I appreciate you watching. Let me know if you need anything.

  • @ExceptionalCarpetCare
    @ExceptionalCarpetCare Рік тому +2

    Lifting up on my shot or trying to steer the ball with my cue. These are things others point out to me frequently.

  • @thegodofpez
    @thegodofpez Рік тому +16

    2 key bad habits I have (other than always drinking while playing), is shooting HARD and shooting FAST. I made a nice 5 ball run last night, and noticed I was spending about 3-6 seconds per shot. Terrible habit. I missed the 8 and lost the game. The more you know. Great tips, Sir B. 🤟

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate your comments and have a great week

    • @ericchilton6863
      @ericchilton6863 Рік тому

      I'm trying to learn to play sober as well lmfao. Couple aiming juices I shoot great. But those few lead to 6-7 aiming fluids than everything spirals out of control

    • @horyshet8217
      @horyshet8217 Рік тому +1

      drinking LOL same here

    • @donkeydiehard879
      @donkeydiehard879 Рік тому +1

      When I'm teaching someone, i line up a straight in 4 ft shot and tell them, "shoot this shot how you would if you got $1000 for making it." After they make it, I tell them 80-90% of shots should be at that speed. Have never had anyone hit it super hard or super soft. People don't understand that velocity/speed is not that important in pool. ACCELERATION is what matters. You get more acceleration with a relaxed comfortable stroke speed with GOOD TIMING.

    • @poolbob8776
      @poolbob8776 4 місяці тому

      I believe you shouldn't shoot hard, unless you have to. When you shoot hard, it takes away from your accuracy.

  • @blurazor1914
    @blurazor1914 Рік тому +1

    I needed that ❤❤❤

  • @TheFalcor
    @TheFalcor Рік тому +1

    I'm so glad I found a name for it , "The Anyways". Thinking that a shot isn't on, that it'll go to the left, but still shooting it and .. it goes left.

  • @cralvertos
    @cralvertos Рік тому +1

    Thank you Brian, another great video!

  • @BetterBodiesCampbell
    @BetterBodiesCampbell Рік тому +1

    Always appreciate your tips, lessons, and dimenor

  • @rossbideon
    @rossbideon Рік тому +1

    Much appreciated. Thanks

  • @InterWebGuy99
    @InterWebGuy99 Рік тому +3

    Great advice as always. Laziness can literally suck the life out of your game. I really have to stick rigidly to my routine, stay focused or I get sloppy and lose that competitive edge.

  • @donaldgraff8090
    @donaldgraff8090 10 місяців тому +1

    Good info keep it coming.

  • @nicholaswilliams8470
    @nicholaswilliams8470 Рік тому +1

    That last one lol. Thanks for sharing. Nothing but facts 👍🎱

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching. I appreciate your comments and your support of the channel.

  • @glockasauruswrex6362
    @glockasauruswrex6362 7 місяців тому +1

    I chalk every shot because it's too late once you mis-cue and it's part of my pre-shot routine. It also gives me a few seconds to look at the table. I'm not in any hurry...that alone will get to some opponents. I'm gonna shoot at MY rhythm...I don't care how fast THEY shoot. BTW #1 reason is spot-on: Guilty! Great Stuff, Coach.

  • @johnstagl5651
    @johnstagl5651 Рік тому +1

    Hey, you always deliver well. We appreciate you. Thank you!!!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      I appreciate you guys too. Thanks for watching.

  • @madhatter2012
    @madhatter2012 Рік тому +2

    This might sound ridiculous Bryan, but I've seen it with my own eyes in our APA league. The shooter makes a shot, someone from their team or a friend in the audience starts chatting with them as they're walking around to the next shot and as they get down they're still chatting. Obviously, they miss the next shot.
    It works best for me if I completely block everything from my mind when approaching a shot, deciding what to do and then getting down and shooting it. Thanks for another great video!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Simply talking while shooting is enough to cost a lot of players a shot - people have no idea how difficult it is to talking shoot at the same time. Timing - breathing - distraction is a perfect storm of reasons to miss.

    • @madhatter2012
      @madhatter2012 Рік тому

      @@FXBilliards Amen Bro!

  • @Soul-rr3us
    @Soul-rr3us Рік тому +1

    Great content. Thanks for being my favorite pool channel!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      Thank you very much. I appreciate that.

  • @HillbillyIslandLife
    @HillbillyIslandLife Рік тому +1

    Great video Brian! Hopefully, the people listen because it's all very valuable

  • @garytomasetti1403
    @garytomasetti1403 Рік тому +1

    Great video once again - I am guilty of many of these, I use chalking my cue to slow me down and to look at the shot - Also need to work on my anyways shots - as when it gets later into the night just trying move on faster - but this really makes the game run on longer due to many missed shots. Focus and run them out and go home!

  • @NotSoSlimShadle
    @NotSoSlimShadle Рік тому +1

    That video is spot on with so many players I see in my APA leagues. You hit nearly everything we all do, and unfortunately, even being a SL5 in both 8-ball and 9-ball, I still fall victim to a few of those, especially the "anyways" Thanks for sharing.

  • @XxxC0ST4xxX
    @XxxC0ST4xxX Рік тому +2

    Standing up right after the shot or "not staying down" very guilty of this myself

  • @jamesmarze9850
    @jamesmarze9850 Рік тому +1

    Very good content Bryan

  • @thedevilinthecircuit1414
    @thedevilinthecircuit1414 6 місяців тому +1

    "The best chalk in the world is the chalk you apply to your cue prior to every shot." I learned that from a pal named Jack "Pittsburgh Jack" White, who toured for years as an exhibition trick shot artist. RIP Jack.

  • @thomasinsley1820
    @thomasinsley1820 Рік тому +1

    One of the best videos every. I've been guilty of every one of those things one time or another especially #1. I was told recently that if you stand down over a shot more than 8 seconds you should stand up and start your pre-shot all over again. thanks again for another great video.

  • @politicalatheist5861
    @politicalatheist5861 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Bryan

  • @roydudzic5046
    @roydudzic5046 Рік тому +1

    Another great video Bryan!!! There is just one thing I gotta know. What is the best chalk in the world?

  • @0flan
    @0flan 4 місяці тому +1

    Great video.

  • @didit110610
    @didit110610 Рік тому +1

    #1 is accurate af for me! You are right. Lost so many because of that

  • @steveg1559
    @steveg1559 Рік тому +1

    Solid advice, Brian! Keep the anger alive!

  • @vebnew
    @vebnew Рік тому +1

    NAILED IT

  • @donaldgraff8090
    @donaldgraff8090 Рік тому +1

    Excellent video I've been guilty of all of them at times.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      I’m pretty sure we all have been guilty. Thanks for watching.

  • @willydunn6978
    @willydunn6978 Рік тому +2

    I have done the anyway and when I miss I am so mad at myself. I hopefully have improved on not doing it. My second is not walking around the table. Awesome video as always.

  • @ktuffley313
    @ktuffley313 Рік тому +2

    My bad habit is relaxing when I get to a shot that should be easy, especially while on the 8 ball. I've lost more games than I can count because I get to the 8 ball and consider it automatic.
    In my attempt to learn from and correct this is to treat every single shot as if it was a do or die shot. In the last 6 months I have noticed a drastic improvement in my pool game.

    • @ktuffley313
      @ktuffley313 Рік тому

      Thank you Bryan! I love the channel!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      This is a good point -I’m going to make a video that talks about how a simple shot missed in the middle of a league season could cost thousands of dollars in the long run.

  • @davidware9201
    @davidware9201 Рік тому +1

    I'm constantly studying film also.This is a essential part of my training.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      Thanks Dave it is quite underrated. I appreciate you watch and have a great day.

  • @johnhester4024
    @johnhester4024 Рік тому +1

    Excellent advice for all players of any level 😊.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      I appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave your comments

  • @garysarpy835
    @garysarpy835 Рік тому +1

    Sound mad? No. You sound passionate and dedicated to the craft.. Brian is my f_+&+& dude!... I add respect EVERY shot. Seen pros miss short rail layups.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      As always, thanks for watching and thanks for your comments

  • @DumireDrDrum
    @DumireDrDrum Рік тому +1

    man you got me on a few... that anyways.....nailed me dead thanks. lesson always solid from you.

  • @JeffKernsTheArtist
    @JeffKernsTheArtist 4 місяці тому +1

    If I could cure myself of the "anyway" shot I would be soooooo much better! 😂

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  4 місяці тому

      You in about a million other players. Thanks for watching. Thanks for your comments.

  • @DavidParraHenry
    @DavidParraHenry Рік тому +1

    A former friend I used to play with used to put both hands on the table next to the pocket I was shooting for and would press down on the table. It felt good throwing that guy away in my life.

  • @thomasfitzpatrick4059
    @thomasfitzpatrick4059 Місяць тому

    Since first seeing this video, I have been a preacher of the "anyways" wasted opportunities. So true.

  • @Floverobeach
    @Floverobeach Рік тому +1

    Wow! Bryant you are on it. I have seen myself in all 7. As a new beginner kicking those to the curb is going to improve my game well. Thanks!😅

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      As always, thanks for watching and thanks for your comments

  • @Jiles139
    @Jiles139 Рік тому +3

    When I’m at a weekly tournament I get to a point where I realize that I have made the money round. Now usually by this point im 4-5 hours in and feeling like I would like to go home. So I don’t focus as much as I did when i first got there. Other times I push through and win

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Pool can be exhausting but you Gotta keep pushing through. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.

  • @Salty80556
    @Salty80556 Рік тому +3

    For myself, I solved a few of these issues by SLOWLY adhering to a very specific pre-shot routine. I have played for over 50 years, and realize my skills are not what they use to be. I would get so mad, missing an "easy" shot late in the game. LOL, no chalk, wrong stance, wrong not looking for the finite cut......Other than the "Anyway" oooops..... I am enjoying every game.

  • @michaelconners2805
    @michaelconners2805 Рік тому +1

    Stubborness . Went decades thinking I could skin a hanger into the side pocket thin enough or soft enough to avoid the corner scratch, now I always use bottom.

  • @neilgriffiths6427
    @neilgriffiths6427 11 місяців тому +1

    Good advice - I play at pretty high levels, my biggest problem? Not standing up, re-assessing/re-setting. It might only win me one more game out of six - but if you are playing tournament or just league matches, that can be huge.

  • @MrEerwin
    @MrEerwin Рік тому +2

    Great points, one and all, but best is the 'anyway' shot. For me, it is almost always followed by the 'hope and poke', and then the miss. Thanks for great work.

  • @garnerclinger4806
    @garnerclinger4806 Рік тому +1

    Thanks!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Thank you very much for your support of the channel. Let me know if you ever need anything.

  • @ruabadfish2oou
    @ruabadfish2oou Рік тому +2

    Other than playing a bit more regularly I've been working on mainly mental exercises and meditating.
    Last APA session I finished 25th on MVP list 9/15.
    As of now I'm 6/6 and first. Moved from 4 to 5. If I feel anything but 💯 on a shot I step back and regroup.

  • @Robert-ln7yt
    @Robert-ln7yt Рік тому +2

    Great video. Tuff love. It's the truth. Thanks Bryan. Focus on the object ball preplanning for the cue ball shape and then execute the shot. If anything changes or distracts us stop and refocus.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      Thank you for your comments Thanks for watching

  • @MStoica
    @MStoica Рік тому +2

    Good point about those chalk review videos! They show a quality of the chalk that is useless (being able to shoot 10-12-15 times without rechalking), because we should chalk before every shot anyway.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      I like the way those guys act like they can hit the ball exactly the same way to measure the results. Just because he looks and talks like a robot doesn’t mean he can hit the ball like a robot. Those comparisons are flat out silly.

    • @MStoica
      @MStoica Рік тому

      @@FXBilliards oh, yeah. I wasn’t even thinking about that, completely missed that. You are spot on!

  • @edwinbenjamin144
    @edwinbenjamin144 Рік тому +1

    Sometimes, one has to get angry when the team keeps falling asleep. Good stuff!!

  • @Peace-Love-Pool
    @Peace-Love-Pool Рік тому +1

    Hey Bryan - Had to smile when I heard these. Guilty as charged. Another one along the line of the "anyways" shot, on a really key shot, take a walk around the table to compose yourself. I have been in situations where I shot this shot "anyways" even if I was not calm. Take care - Pete

  • @shaunstevens4292
    @shaunstevens4292 Рік тому +1

    My number one killer is not looking at my next shot from behind it and figuring out exactly where I really need the cue ball to be. I just look at it from whatever angle the current ball provides, pick a spot that I think is right, and then line up on the next one and realize I am not as straight as I thought I was going to be, or I was too straight, whatever, and now I have to work hard to get to the next ball. Find myself falling slowly out of line until I am shooting something ridiculous on the 9 ball.

  • @rodconner9079
    @rodconner9079 Рік тому +2

    Oh Boy!!! 100% with that list. I'm guilty of each and every one of those offenses!!! Kick myself each time (and laugh) ... and it ain't funny!!! It's called getting lazy/loosing focus --- True and Truer! Great one Bryan -- very good points! Be Safe

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate your comments in support of the channel Rod. Have a great week.

  • @realtaiter3991
    @realtaiter3991 Рік тому +6

    My worst bad habit is not walking around the table to check if a ball goes. I will play 2 or 3 shots, get shape on the ball I wanted, then come to find out it actually doesn’t go past the opponent’s ball. These instances are definitely fewer and far between but still happen if it’s a long day and fatigue sets in.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      You’re not alone I’ve seen a lot of pros do the same thing. Thanks for watching.

    • @garybkatz
      @garybkatz Рік тому

      Been there, done that!

  • @dereksegree7097
    @dereksegree7097 Рік тому +1

    Not utilizing time in the chair. There’s a lot of players that come to the table with no plan because they were watching the guy/girl draw the ball around the table. There’s a ton of information to read when you’re sitting down. Which ball is their trouble ball? What opportunity do I have from any ball missed? What are likely cue ball spots with a miss? And that’s just scratching the surface. Doing that allows you to come to the table with more comfort and confidence because you already have an idea of what’s going to work. It’s easy to see what balls your opponent has, watch them shoot and hope you get a chance but it’s important to reread the table as if you would be coming up to shoot after each of your opponents shots.

  • @benhill9257
    @benhill9257 Рік тому +1

    I've made those anyways shots before trying my best to never do it as always great video

  • @Delou56
    @Delou56 Рік тому +1

    I am guilty of every one of these errors. Sometimes I even think about it first and still make the mistake.

  • @AnnaPlese
    @AnnaPlese 8 місяців тому +1

    Great tips! I really enjoyed the video. I have a question about 8 ball break. I have very little strength in my right arm due to C-5 nerve root palsy, this is where the main muscle in your shoulder and upper arm no longer work. I have watched videos about breaking and will try the different ways suggested. Do you have any ideas of how and from where, in the kitchen, to hit the CB, and where I should aim it, first ball/second ball, to get the best spread?

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  8 місяців тому

      I would recommend breaking from the spot, hit the head ball straight on and don’t mess with the second ball break. It’s one of the most misunderstood shots in pool and most people using it are doing it all wrong anyway. Sometimes they make a ball because they’re playing on bar boxes, but hit the head ball full

  • @johndaniels8542
    @johndaniels8542 Рік тому +1

    The anyways shots are big. Most of the time for me, it’s deciding on a bank or cut when I’m down and shooting. Stand back up, look at the bank angle, look at the cut angle and decide.

  • @enjoiiscool
    @enjoiiscool Рік тому +2

    I really felt it when you addressed the bad habit of not grabbing your short cue when you are in a restricted space. My home table is so tight on the sides, I have to grab my short cue every other shot and sometimes find my self holding my playing cue like a javelin just to avoid grabbing my shorty Lol

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      In practice situation is you should allow yourself to just take the ball and move it away from the rail so you have enough room to shoot properly. Thanks for watching and thanks for your comments.

  • @josephkane1723
    @josephkane1723 Рік тому +1

    Check the tightness of cue all the rest was spot on practice with other hand on easy shots cheers friend "good job"

  • @backyardbilliards101
    @backyardbilliards101 Рік тому +1

    I agree 💯 percent with everything you said. When I play live my friends call me the master of the bridge because I almost never mess with it. I just been introduced to the V10 chalk... life changing 🎉 I still talk every time because it is a part of my preshot routine but I just touch it up I don't paste it on there like I used to.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      You got it Chuck- best chalk in the world

    • @thegodofpez
      @thegodofpez Рік тому +1

      The best part about this chalk is the “Do not eat” emblem. 🤣

  • @ericshaw7859
    @ericshaw7859 Рік тому +1

    One other common one is instead of finding a proper position for your bridge hand when shooting over or stroking through a gap in other balls, players get lazy and use a rail bridge that is far too long for their stroke accuracy. For example: if I consistently use a 8-9" bridge length but go to bridging off of the rail but give myself a 15-17" bridge length, I am likely to sacrifice accuracy. It depends on the skill of the player as many can be accurate enough to do this but I have seen so many players try to look like Ronnie O' and miss the shot because their stroke isn't level and consistent. Personally I take the time to find a place for my hand, or the bridge, or an alternate type bridge (moose type) rather than risk it.

  • @trevorsmith3947
    @trevorsmith3947 Рік тому +2

    Love that video B. Thanks for all the Knowledge and Wisdom you share with us. As I become more successful in my Real Estate Journey I would like to meet you in person and Give You a few dollars and possibly go to some of the local Pool Locations and Win Some Money Playing Scottish 9 Ball doubles or and game really Not to Brag but I'm Nearly an APA 7 myself and only been playing 5 Years

  • @saleemullahkhan3316
    @saleemullahkhan3316 9 місяців тому +1

    Number 1 is 100 % fit's on me thanks

  • @GizmoNeneRicky
    @GizmoNeneRicky 4 місяці тому +1

    Great video, it's great to have someone show us our mistakes. Please tell us what's the name of the chalk you think is best thank you..

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  4 місяці тому

      I feel that Taom is the best chalk I have ever used. It’s clean, it stays on the tip and very available. And even though it’s very expensive it last for a very long time. predators new chalk is probably just as good, but I have not used it yet.

  • @ccurrivan
    @ccurrivan Рік тому +2

    One I'm guilty of is practicing differently than I play. It's easy to be loose and get into a flow in practice, trusting instinctual aim instead of being deliberate. It doesn't hold up for a whole tournament or when your opponent keeps you in your chair.

  • @kirkroad50
    @kirkroad50 11 місяців тому +1

    Two big ones for me. Not chalking enough and not resetting when I need to.

  • @dustytables3638
    @dustytables3638 5 місяців тому +1

    Good strategies as always!
    Lazy shot: when using running English, not mentally tracking the path of the CB and taking note of other balls near pockets.
    Is there a possibility of contacting one?
    If you don’t think things through that CB has a nasty habit of finding that one ball on the table to nip off of and drop into the pocket!
    Especially the side pockets.

  • @user-pw1rr2vm8b
    @user-pw1rr2vm8b Рік тому +1

    FX billiards, what if the pool hall that I play in doesn't have a mechanical bridge? What do you recommended? Thanks! P.S. Great content as usual, keep it up!

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      You can buy a bridge head for pretty cheap. It slides on the end of a cue. The one I use is pretty expensive but it’s the best it’s called “Kamui view.”

  • @randyattwood
    @randyattwood Рік тому +1

    "You didn't stand back up" Great advice. You see pro golfers change their ideas and restart their routines.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      I forget the guys name, but there is one guy that goes all the way back to the bag even if he’s going to use the same club, he puts it back in the bag takes it out all over again to restart as preshow routine. Thanks for watching.

  • @SuperGregore
    @SuperGregore Рік тому +1

    Playing in a league, I find myself backing off a shot frequently because of distractions. I am not really concerned with my opponents need to hurry up. More good advice Brian, thanks.

  • @jarrets2292
    @jarrets2292 Рік тому +1

    Bryan, I just missed winning a game by not getting back up off the eight ball when someone started talking to me. I MISSED and it was an EASY make. Dumb!! and like you said LAZY

  • @richbrant8534
    @richbrant8534 11 місяців тому +1

    I have caught myself in these many times

  • @jazonc73
    @jazonc73 Рік тому +2

    I definitely suffer from the anyways. Probably my biggest weakness next to my kicking and positioning.. I guess im afraid that i will lose my rhythm or something. But i have fired alot of times when it didnt feel right and most of the time i miss.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      You’re a pretty good player JC let’s set up our meeting soon.

  • @carloozhewings1493
    @carloozhewings1493 Рік тому +1

    Hiya there! I've become a committed fan , of your video's! Myself am a intermediate pool player! However i'm struggling with my "Gemoatry " what tips can you offer me! Thanks

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      The best advice I can give you is to put in a lot of reps shooting balls from different angles, making predictions about where they’re going to go and then seeing where they actually go. Avoid using gimmicks like the peace sign and horizontal cues to find tangent lines. It just creates a crutch. It’ll make it difficult for you to learn the game properly in the long run.

  • @cralvertos
    @cralvertos Рік тому +1

    By the way, what is the lengh of a short cue? I have that problem with my table, the space behind the short rails is not sufficient and I have to raise the cue. Thanks for the information.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      In most cases around 52 inches but it may vary

  • @davidware9201
    @davidware9201 Рік тому +1

    I'm even handed so I'm constantly using both hands for positions.I like to use my left hand when playing a right hander.Much like baseball bringing a lefty to face a right handed hitter.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      That’s pretty cool. Two years ago me and some of the other UA-camrs did a challenge where you had to shoot and run a rack of 9-ball switching hands on each shot. Stick around I think I might bring that back.

  • @dougquara6302
    @dougquara6302 11 місяців тому +1

    Lazy or unthinking habit: shoot a shot intending for position on ball X. Miss position on ball X by a little (or maybe more than a little). Lazy or unthinking: shoot at ball X because that’s the one I set up for, even though, because I missed position, the PATTERN HAS CHANGED, and there’s now a better way out, not even looking if ball Y is the better next shot.

  • @garybkatz
    @garybkatz Рік тому +1

    Two points about needing a short cue: 1. Get a decent one, because too many of them feel like they weigh about 2 oz. They're hard enough to use, as it is, so you might as well invest in a good quality shorty; and, 2. If you haven't gotten a short cue, you can get away with using your jump cue, IF the shot doesn't require sidespin. The harder tip of these won't be helpful if you're trying to impart english.

  • @nvpoolshooter
    @nvpoolshooter Рік тому +1

    Number 7 is a biggie. Don't know if you play golf but golfers do the same. Stand over the shot, doesn't feel right but swing anyway with bad results. Don't ask me how I know. There's the 'just happy to make a shot' guy. He can pot balls pretty good but doesn't bother trying to play position. Ultimately, his luck will quickly run out.

  • @nightstalkerzthermalhoghun848
    @nightstalkerzthermalhoghun848 Рік тому +1

    I have seen Swapping back in forth with sticks due to not having rt stick. And going from open to closed bridge on reg shots so much it makes u dizzy. Thats two i seen a lot as well as what u said. Mine is shooting to hard and not resetting as much as I should

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching and thanks for your comments. Shooting too hard definitely is a common issue.

    • @roydudzic5046
      @roydudzic5046 Рік тому

      @@FXBilliards I have a team member in the APA league I play in who states, Hes soo confident in making the shot so he slams it. He is an APA 5 tho.

  • @kscileli
    @kscileli Рік тому +1

    Banger voice! That's hilarious. I would add lack of focus on EVERY shot, especially the easier ones. Those will bite you in the butt the most.

  • @nunyabizness9544
    @nunyabizness9544 Рік тому +1

    Bad habits of mine
    1. Not chalking me cue regularly. 2. Pre shot routine. 3. Overthinking sometimes. 4 Dropping my shoulder.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      Knowing you have a problem, is half the battle -you’ll get there, Rudy.

  • @zanethind
    @zanethind 9 місяців тому +1

    Sometimes you see pros actually use the bridge. I remember I saw Shane once use the bridge but he has an extension on his cue

  • @ayaasusansafira
    @ayaasusansafira 10 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for this, I am really lazy

  • @briankoenig8923
    @briankoenig8923 Рік тому +1

    I'm definitely guilty of not resetting when something is off.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      As always, thanks for watching and thanks for your comments

  • @yes2crypto
    @yes2crypto Рік тому +2

    Some days, it seems like I have 10 out of the seven bad habits

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому

      We’ve all been there. Thanks for watching.

  • @backyardbilliards101
    @backyardbilliards101 Рік тому +1

    And I just did one on thinking three balls ahead and what that really means. Most people think that you're talkin about ball two pockets selection. But that's not true is talkin about cue ball position. That's where people get lazy in their run out. Thanks Brian love yourself... Later buddy

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Рік тому +1

      Keep up the good work Chuck - you’re a really good player and people could learn a lot from you

  • @rodneyjaynes2485
    @rodneyjaynes2485 Рік тому +1

    #3 Look at any shot, not just "difficult" ones. This is my biggest fault. Assuming that it is an easy shot and then missing it because I didn't take the time to look at the alignment and subsequent follow of the cue ball.