You don't learn the game...if you treat everything like it's a game! (This series is a bit of a power struggle, with Rollie trying to drive the video along and be entertaining, while Hunter is like, "No, dude, pay attention!"
I think Hunter is too matter-of-fact and deadpan for me to learn from. Wait a minute, that's EXACTLY why these videos are extra-valuable. Shows me how to keep my ego in check and just pay attention. Thanks Rollie!
I'd be really hard-pressed to call you a "dead man walking", Rollie. You're way better than you give yourself credit for, and with the help of these professional player/teachers, and allowing yourself to be truly receptive of their tutelage, you may find yourself pleasantly surprised. Kamui Brand wouldn't have thrown money at you for the entry if they didn't see it as a worthy investment. Hunter Lombardo would likely not be stepping on the gas to get your game squared up in a short amount of time if he didn't see it as a worthy investment of his time. You've got game, dude. And if your game goes anything like mine, you may see yourself playing at a level way above your usual pay grade before long. Best of luck, man. Your videos have helped me tremendously, and I always look forward to the next.
I respect the positivity. However, from a purely realistic standpoint this is the first time Rollie has ever received ongoing professional criticism of his game. The people he will come across will have had a lifetime of close scrutiny and intense practice and will be polished players. No one can become a polished player in a few months, it takes years.
That is not in any way a hate comment by the way, like you I watch and love these videos. He is the representative of every player who wants to get better as its such a tough sport to advance in
I’ve been told many times and in various different sporting endeavors that visualization is a huge part of competition. As unlikely as it may be, everyone can have a rough match and everyone can have a match where the balls have eyes and things just work. Practicing the mental game is huge, although I know better than lots of people that nothing can prepare you for that kind of thing, having been a competitive cyclist in a former life. Currently reading Pleasures of Small Motions to get my mental game right. Rollie, do you plan on recording your matches when you’re there?
i hope to see rollie in a race soon un cut straight up shit whith all of d nollege collected, against someone rollie is comfortable to play to see what the end result might be at this time.
Tony Schneider visualisation can only take you so far and it is something the people who are at the top of the game will also practice regularly. He may spring up a surprise or two but it won’t be sustainable, eventually the competition will be too great. This is the US open if he can even get past round one it is a massive accomplishment
These tips are great, and im using them aswell. But what really got my backspin/topspin action to elevate onto another level was when i figured how critically important good WRIST action is needed. Search it up! I was missing it in the video, but id like to tell you guys here :) I love sharing pool knowledge, as it makes the sport better for everyone. Hope it helps someone 😁😎👊
I played in the US Open in Chesapeake in 1992. I had zero chance of winning. And I lost both my matches and won a total of 6 games. Two of those were 9 on the break. But it was one of the best experiences of my life. Just being there and meeting all the people was worth the cost of admission.
I am certainly not a professional level or even a high amateur. But I have some game and can look and play really well at times. I think many average or below-average players do not understand how important the tip is. I was at a place the other day here in Manila playing with a house stick that had a horrible tip. Flat, squared off edges. I could get some draw, but not close to good. A friend comes in, shows me a cue he is selling and ask me to use it. The tip is absolutely perfect. Rounded to a dime. The difference in draw on those two cues was night and day. Both cues used the same size tip, were the same length, and about the same weight. The cue with the well-conditioned and rounded tip got about four times more draw with me hitting the cue at the same spot and with the same speed and stroke. Tips make a big big difference. I am sure I could have eventually figured out the house cue and got more draw out of it. But both of these cues I had only used for the first time, and the cue with the tip rounded the right way was fantastic for draw.
That whole "presetting the angle" thing meant a lot to me... I realized I've been doing that a lot subconsciously when I'm getting a great reaction while playing "by feel". When I'm playing methodically, I try to avoid that, because the book says "keep your cue level". So I guess I'll be experimenting with that now, thanks.
Sorry, I don't like Lombardos attitude. At 10:19 he sighs about the perspective to help you develop your stroke, Rollie... If you want to learn something the chemistry doesn't need to be perfect, but it should not get in the way. I wouldn't want a trainer to sigh in pain while anticipating the following training sessions. It gives you a feeling of disability, nothing you can use to play a good tournament...
His attitude is terrible, honestly. He comes off as a douche instead of a genuine teacher at times. He's smart and knows a lot about pool, but his attitude sucks.
I was trained by Mark Wilson, and he talks so much about positivity and always very enthusiastic at his age. I get the same vibe from JJ. Hunter seems like he would get frustrated at some point during training. btw I was trained by Mark for 4 years, and you will not find a more genuine individual in the pool world. I was very fortunate for sure.
I actually think Lombardo was thinking of an innuendo with "stroke" and was trying not to laugh. He has a dry sense of humor that I appreciate. I'm the same way. I think Lomdardo is very positive actually.
Think you guys are crazy... maybe he was impressed with rollie's stroke. I bet he's a nice guy, but you wouldnt know that because you guys think he comes off as a douche, because he has a monotone voice and dry humor.
This is the most useful series I've ever watched on pool. As a beginner (playing for a year) this is the fine tuning of basics I need to move up to being a decent low level amateur
I’m a Brit, and an OK amateur American 8-Ball player, thanks to my frequent postings Stateside in a previous job. However, I used occasionally to get disparaged by some American players for using an open bridge rather then a loop bridge: even guys I demolished at the table. They all seemed to be of the opinion that I would be a better player with a loop bridge. I tried the loop bridge, but it didn’t improve my playing, and I found it impossible in close cushion / rail shots. But I found the open bridge worked for me in all circumstances. However, I have played some very good American players, and seen several American professionals on UA-cam like Hunter using the open bridge. So I really have to come to the conclusion that it’s a question of whatever you’re comfortable with, what you’ve practiced with for the longest time, and nothing more. I, personally, find the open bridge more stable and versatile, but maybe that’s just me. As we say in the UK, it’s horses for courses. Whatever works for you is best.
I have been using level stroke technique for over a year. However, at yesterday's practice, I used the notion of creating angle by preset for back and forward spin. The results on both forward and backspin were very disappointing. The cueball consistently jumped the OB on backspin and it "brushed" the OB on forward spin. I reshaped the cue tip to a dime shape and it still did it. Should I reshape the tip even more? I am sure I can't be hitting the surface of the table with lower edge of the cue tip before the upper edge of the cue tip is making contact with the lower surface of the OB. That's the reason given for a jumping cue ball in the video. How can I fix this problem? It became a case of doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result, so I just stopped in frustration.
I wonder what Hunter would say your biggest strong point, and your biggest weakness would be going into the tournament. I’d say the weakness is the lack of experience, (both tournament, and practice) and your strong suit would have to be that you will end up getting a lot of unintentional safeties when you miss, giving you a better chance for an easier out occasionally. Remember to play defense when you don’t have a shot you’re confident in, or don’t have a shot after the current object ball.
FYI players: Not mentioned and instant improvement. We are not the great Earl Strickland who elevates the butt, downward tip for awesome draw. Level your whole cue stick and you can then get lower on the cueball for max draw...it works,.
You want good draw? 1) Use longer bridge and make sure you make a pause before You shoot and use the full bridge length. 2) Do not look on the cue ball when hitting low just focus on the object ball trust Your instinct. 3) loose grip most probably use just 2 fingers. 4) Make sure Your cue tip is a dime round and well chalked.
There's so many little things that you need to get right when playing pool. And if you focus too much on any one of those things you could easily miss. And not having a very good cue tip is going to make a difficult game a 3 times more difficult.
Regardless of how you finish in the US Open, this is going to set off. Such a great New Direction for you. Only on UA-cam but in many other aspects of your pool career. I see this as a win-win for you, regardless of the outcome of the US Open.
Agreed that it would be cool to watch (esp because I do feel I'd be 'Rooting For Rollie') What would extra helpful would be to add Hunter and Rollie commentary for things like table run strategy and Pro criticism of that strategy (like when Hunter sees a missed safety etc where they could insert an example to show it's done). Damn, that would be amazing!
It's a tall ask to reach a high competitive level with the time limit set, but with all the coaching and high end advice you recieve you have a chance of competing. Focus on learning all the time, even in solo practice. It's not just about potting and position play but also learning how you did the shot so you can focus on becoming consistent. Long road ahead brother but I wish you all the luck
You need to practice on what you have learned until you can do it without thinking about it. Before you appliance in a match. It's got to be come a fil thing in a match, under pressure.
At the beginning of the video he mentions shaving your tip. I'm currently using a dime radius but as soon as it hits the edge, it does have a Sharp vertical cut. How do you know the proper amount to shave?
Hunter is the guy who shows us that the King doesn't wear pants. Finally I can do a good draw and a better following with his preset method, can't wait to learn more from him, thanks Rollie !
The maximum draw is not at the lowest point. Its sort of 2/3rds of the way down. Also, backspin is a natural result of better timing (which requires a better stance). Same with side spin. Maximum side is not at the edge of the ball. Also, shape of the tip doesn't matter. You can have a completely flat tip and still get tremendous screwbacks (the tip compresses on impact). Sorry to say, but this is not good "professional" advice. And you have all the chances in the world to win any goddamn tournament. You just have to chase it like a madman.
You know I hadn't heard of Hunter b4. He is a solid player. I just gotta see a guy play before I have much to hear. Lotta people like to hear the sound of their voice. Not just today..all down thru history. People have been annoying since day one. Anywho.. Yeah I'd like to hit some with Hunter. Should be good. I'll find him.
These last two episodes have been amazing. I'm a huge fan of the show, so thank you for all your work. The natural tension between the two is the best. I 💖 it!!!
Well done Hunter! It's about time someone came out and told the truth rather than simply spouting the accepted, wrong, wisdom i.e. 'always keep the cue as level as possible.'
You hit balls and I’ll keep fishing and biking and not hit a single ball and illl play you sum at the US Open . I played when I was a kid and yes it’s like riding a bike ! I’m 50 now and retired from working my whole life and love playing wanna be pool players !
Well, there's nothing to be positive about at this point. Rollie has been shown the way forward and now he has to work. I can't wait to practice what has been shown here. Great video. I love Hunter's hair. Hey Hey we're the Monkeys!! People say we monkey around. But we're to busy singing to put anybody down.
Love your videos Rollie. But I gotta ask you something. Did you say, "I gotta brand new LEASH on life?", because that is what it sounded like. It's, "I gotta brand new LEASE on life". Anyway, keep practicing, you're getting better all the time.
I've been having so much trouble with back spin with the ball always bouncing when I try to give the ball a back spin. He just fixed my problem in one sentence.
I don’t know why you keep saying your not good ?! I think you have a better chance then you think & just having the balls to go and play in the us open takes courage
ugghh... i remember when i was newer to pool and the anxiety i used to have when i had to draw the cue ball and try not to chip the ball off the table lol that's probably why rollie aims a little higher for his draw haha also, alot of ppl are insecure of drawing with an open bridge hand vs closed.
I think you gotta give yourself more credit. You’re not bad, you’re better than you think you are. Yes, obviously you can get better but I think you have a good chance to win a couple games 😎
what's going to generate the spin will be the follow through of you cue regardless of how hard you hit it. watch any snooker player. their cue action is flawless
Hit low on the ball and go through the ball. That is how back spin is generated. Like dont stop your cue when you hit the ball. Make it go through the ball.
I try doing this so many times, but the ball always gets lifted up and bounces over. I don't have cameras like Rollie does to test it out, but what do you think I'm doing wrong?
Firstly you need to keep your cue as power low to the cushion as you can. Dont lift it up high. Keep it close to the cushion. And secondly dont hit he ball with power. Increase the distance of your tip from ball by your action. What i mean is just make your arm go back further and come with great distance. When you hit with power it makes the screw shot to not get the momentum it needs.
This Hunter is a no nonsense kind of guy.. And refuses to bite on Rollies jokes...haha... Do the work!!!
You don't learn the game...if you treat everything like it's a game! (This series is a bit of a power struggle, with Rollie trying to drive the video along and be entertaining, while Hunter is like, "No, dude, pay attention!"
hunter has a surprisingly dry sense of humor for a guy with boy band hair smeared sideways across his forehead
Don't think I could ever be friends with the guy, but would certainly appreciate having him as a teacher.
@@creedolala6918 lol!!!!!!!
Stupid video
Rollie may not be the best pool player at that table, but at least he doesn't have the worst haircut...
he looks like hes trying to be a highschooler to find an underage gf
I think Hunter is too matter-of-fact and deadpan for me to learn from. Wait a minute, that's EXACTLY why these videos are extra-valuable. Shows me how to keep my ego in check and just pay attention. Thanks Rollie!
I'd be really hard-pressed to call you a "dead man walking", Rollie. You're way better than you give yourself credit for, and with the help of these professional player/teachers, and allowing yourself to be truly receptive of their tutelage, you may find yourself pleasantly surprised.
Kamui Brand wouldn't have thrown money at you for the entry if they didn't see it as a worthy investment. Hunter Lombardo would likely not be stepping on the gas to get your game squared up in a short amount of time if he didn't see it as a worthy investment of his time. You've got game, dude. And if your game goes anything like mine, you may see yourself playing at a level way above your usual pay grade before long.
Best of luck, man. Your videos have helped me tremendously, and I always look forward to the next.
I respect the positivity. However, from a purely realistic standpoint this is the first time Rollie has ever received ongoing professional criticism of his game. The people he will come across will have had a lifetime of close scrutiny and intense practice and will be polished players. No one can become a polished player in a few months, it takes years.
That is not in any way a hate comment by the way, like you I watch and love these videos. He is the representative of every player who wants to get better as its such a tough sport to advance in
I’ve been told many times and in various different sporting endeavors that visualization is a huge part of competition. As unlikely as it may be, everyone can have a rough match and everyone can have a match where the balls have eyes and things just work. Practicing the mental game is huge, although I know better than lots of people that nothing can prepare you for that kind of thing, having been a competitive cyclist in a former life. Currently reading Pleasures of Small Motions to get my mental game right.
Rollie, do you plan on recording your matches when you’re there?
i hope to see rollie in a race soon un cut straight up shit whith all of d nollege collected, against someone rollie is comfortable to play to see what the end result might be at this time.
Tony Schneider visualisation can only take you so far and it is something the people who are at the top of the game will also practice regularly. He may spring up a surprise or two but it won’t be sustainable, eventually the competition will be too great. This is the US open if he can even get past round one it is a massive accomplishment
These tips are great, and im using them aswell. But what really got my backspin/topspin action to elevate onto another level was when i figured how critically important good WRIST action is needed. Search it up!
I was missing it in the video, but id like to tell you guys here :) I love sharing pool knowledge, as it makes the sport better for everyone. Hope it helps someone 😁😎👊
Just think Rollie you and Hunter both have the same chance at winning the US OPEN
I played in the US Open in Chesapeake in 1992. I had zero chance of winning. And I lost both my matches and won a total of 6 games. Two of those were 9 on the break. But it was one of the best experiences of my life. Just being there and meeting all the people was worth the cost of admission.
How did a nobody like yourself get in
the event in the 1st place?
I am certainly not a professional level or even a high amateur. But I have some game and can look and play really well at times. I think many average or below-average players do not understand how important the tip is.
I was at a place the other day here in Manila playing with a house stick that had a horrible tip. Flat, squared off edges. I could get some draw, but not close to good. A friend comes in, shows me a cue he is selling and ask me to use it. The tip is absolutely perfect. Rounded to a dime.
The difference in draw on those two cues was night and day. Both cues used the same size tip, were the same length, and about the same weight. The cue with the well-conditioned and rounded tip got about four times more draw with me hitting the cue at the same spot and with the same speed and stroke. Tips make a big big difference. I am sure I could have eventually figured out the house cue and got more draw out of it. But both of these cues I had only used for the first time, and the cue with the tip rounded the right way was fantastic for draw.
Everyone always told me my tip was too round. I didnt see any of them drawing the length of the table 🤷♂️
That whole "presetting the angle" thing meant a lot to me... I realized I've been doing that a lot subconsciously when I'm getting a great reaction while playing "by feel". When I'm playing methodically, I try to avoid that, because the book says "keep your cue level". So I guess I'll be experimenting with that now, thanks.
Sorry, I don't like Lombardos attitude. At 10:19 he sighs about the perspective to help you develop your stroke, Rollie... If you want to learn something the chemistry doesn't need to be perfect, but it should not get in the way. I wouldn't want a trainer to sigh in pain while anticipating the following training sessions. It gives you a feeling of disability, nothing you can use to play a good tournament...
Yeah I agree. He obviously knows a lot about pool but something seems off about his attitude.
His attitude is terrible, honestly. He comes off as a douche instead of a genuine teacher at times. He's smart and knows a lot about pool, but his attitude sucks.
I was trained by Mark Wilson, and he talks so much about positivity and always very enthusiastic at his age. I get the same vibe from JJ. Hunter seems like he would get frustrated at some point during training. btw I was trained by Mark for 4 years, and you will not find a more genuine individual in the pool world. I was very fortunate for sure.
I actually think Lombardo was thinking of an innuendo with "stroke" and was trying not to laugh. He has a dry sense of humor that I appreciate. I'm the same way. I think Lomdardo is very positive actually.
Think you guys are crazy... maybe he was impressed with rollie's stroke. I bet he's a nice guy, but you wouldnt know that because you guys think he comes off as a douche, because he has a monotone voice and dry humor.
This is the most useful series I've ever watched on pool. As a beginner (playing for a year) this is the fine tuning of basics I need to move up to being a decent low level amateur
I’m a Brit, and an OK amateur American 8-Ball player, thanks to my frequent postings Stateside in a previous job. However, I used occasionally to get disparaged by some American players for using an open bridge rather then a loop bridge: even guys I demolished at the table. They all seemed to be of the opinion that I would be a better player with a loop bridge. I tried the loop bridge, but it didn’t improve my playing, and I found it impossible in close cushion / rail shots. But I found the open bridge worked for me in all circumstances.
However, I have played some very good American players, and seen several American professionals on UA-cam like Hunter using the open bridge. So I really have to come to the conclusion that it’s a question of whatever you’re comfortable with, what you’ve practiced with for the longest time, and nothing more. I, personally, find the open bridge more stable and versatile, but maybe that’s just me. As we say in the UK, it’s horses for courses. Whatever works for you is best.
So many people here failing to understand the dynamic with hunter... I love to see it
Awesome Episode Rollie - really informative :)
I have been using level stroke technique for over a year. However, at yesterday's practice, I used the notion of creating angle by preset for back and forward spin. The results on both forward and backspin were very disappointing. The cueball consistently jumped the OB on backspin and it "brushed" the OB on forward spin. I reshaped the cue tip to a dime shape and it still did it. Should I reshape the tip even more? I am sure I can't be hitting the surface of the table with lower edge of the cue tip before the upper edge of the cue tip is making contact with the lower surface of the OB. That's the reason given for a jumping cue ball in the video. How can I fix this problem? It became a case of doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result, so I just stopped in frustration.
Agreed theres something I'm missing
Same! is it supposed to be more rounded then the dime shape iv bin doing???
I wonder what Hunter would say your biggest strong point, and your biggest weakness would be going into the tournament. I’d say the weakness is the lack of experience, (both tournament, and practice) and your strong suit would have to be that you will end up getting a lot of unintentional safeties when you miss, giving you a better chance for an easier out occasionally. Remember to play defense when you don’t have a shot you’re confident in, or don’t have a shot after the current object ball.
FYI players: Not mentioned and instant improvement.
We are not the great Earl Strickland who elevates the butt, downward tip for awesome draw.
Level your whole cue stick and you can then get lower on the cueball for max draw...it works,.
You want good draw?
1) Use longer bridge and make sure you make a pause before You shoot and use the full bridge length.
2) Do not look on the cue ball when hitting low just focus on the object ball trust Your instinct.
3) loose grip most probably use just 2 fingers.
4) Make sure Your cue tip is a dime round and well chalked.
Learned more about pool and my stroke in these 2 videos than many years of watching so many videos.
Looking forward to his work on smooth stroke drills...I need it.
There's so many little things that you need to get right when playing pool. And if you focus too much on any one of those things you could easily miss. And not having a very good cue tip is going to make a difficult game a 3 times more difficult.
Another good video, the two of you work well together.
Regardless of how you finish in the US Open, this is going to set off. Such a great New Direction for you. Only on UA-cam but in many other aspects of your pool career. I see this as a win-win for you, regardless of the outcome of the US Open.
Nice vid man, I would like to apprentice under hunter bc he just speaks with facts and I value that
The first time I watched Hunter he whooped up on Corey deuel at Marietta billiards.
How are we going to see your matches in the US open?? I hope you find a way to stream them.
Agreed that it would be cool to watch (esp because I do feel I'd be 'Rooting For Rollie') What would extra helpful would be to add Hunter and Rollie commentary for things like table run strategy and Pro criticism of that strategy (like when Hunter sees a missed safety etc where they could insert an example to show it's done). Damn, that would be amazing!
Hi. You’re doing amazing job Rollie. Love your videos and i’m learning alot.
hunter is a great teacher & good friend😃
It's a tall ask to reach a high competitive level with the time limit set, but with all the coaching and high end advice you recieve you have a chance of competing. Focus on learning all the time, even in solo practice. It's not just about potting and position play but also learning how you did the shot so you can focus on becoming consistent. Long road ahead brother but I wish you all the luck
I get the impression Robbie is a stabber, not a smooth stroker in all areas of his life. 😂
Most top players I've spoken too all say you don't have to go that low or high on the cue ball. its mostly about how well you stroke the ball.
Daniel Więcek true. By getting Rollie to work within boundaries, he gets him in the right ballpark to then learn through trial and error
I really like these. Excellent ideas. I want to take lessons from Hunter.
Rollie Williams
“just happy to be here”
dead f’ing realism!!!😂🤣😆
That hair lmao
Dude, I wish you absolute success in the open. Wether you win or lose, I enjoy your vids and have learned a ton from these!
You need to practice on what you have learned until you can do it without thinking about it. Before you appliance in a match. It's got to be come a fil thing in a match, under pressure.
At the beginning of the video he mentions shaving your tip. I'm currently using a dime radius but as soon as it hits the edge, it does have a Sharp vertical cut.
How do you know the proper amount to shave?
Great series I'm learning lots.
Wow, how great, perfect !!!! Great series !!!! Cheers !!!
Hunter is the guy who shows us that the King doesn't wear pants. Finally I can do a good draw and a better following with his preset method, can't wait to learn more from him, thanks Rollie !
The maximum draw is not at the lowest point. Its sort of 2/3rds of the way down. Also, backspin is a natural result of better timing (which requires a better stance). Same with side spin. Maximum side is not at the edge of the ball.
Also, shape of the tip doesn't matter. You can have a completely flat tip and still get tremendous screwbacks (the tip compresses on impact).
Sorry to say, but this is not good "professional" advice.
And you have all the chances in the world to win any goddamn tournament. You just have to chase it like a madman.
You know I hadn't heard of Hunter b4.
He is a solid player.
I just gotta see a guy play before I have much to hear.
Lotta people like to hear the sound of their voice.
Not just today..all down thru history.
People have been annoying since day one.
Anywho..
Yeah I'd like to hit some with Hunter.
Should be good.
I'll find him.
What's with Lombardo's Goo-Goo Doll's Reznik hair sweep.
Does he know what year it is/was??!!??
These last two episodes have been amazing. I'm a huge fan of the show, so thank you for all your work. The natural tension between the two is the best. I 💖 it!!!
It’s cool that I’m also learning from these and it’s not just you learning!
Love how you keep asking him your odds over and over. Maybe by the end of the 10th lesson you'll get to hear it might be >0%
final odds set at plus or minus 0%. Great teaching video for me too. Subscribed.
Well done Hunter! It's about time someone came out and told the truth rather than simply spouting the accepted, wrong, wisdom i.e. 'always keep the cue as level as possible.'
You hit balls and I’ll keep fishing and biking and not hit a single ball and illl play you sum at the US Open . I played when I was a kid and yes it’s like riding a bike ! I’m 50 now and retired from working my whole life and love playing wanna be pool players !
9:54 Rollie suddenly remembers something from the first lesson! 😄
That‘s funny!
Bwaahaha
Cut your hair , Hunter!!!!!!! That weird comb-over for no reason ... can't look at him.
This video shows that great things happen when you have a great teacher. Loved the video!
Hunter is 19 years old, let that sink in.
Try this lesson with closed bridge.. you will get more action on cue ball, break the limit Rollie!!
Jel te to banana naucio? :P
genial
Time to reshape my tip
We need them 30 minute videos bruuu. These are great
These are good, literal descriptions of those little things that help make a big difference.
Which tip shaper was he using?
The Hunter guy is a member of One Direction?
would love an episode with Tor Lowry if you're still doing this
Hunter is knowledgeable no doubt but he comes off as pretty negative
Nah, realistic
Well, there's nothing to be positive about at this point. Rollie has been shown the way forward and now he has to work. I can't wait to practice what has been shown here. Great video. I love Hunter's hair. Hey Hey we're the Monkeys!! People say we monkey around. But we're to busy singing to put anybody down.
Can't wait for next episode!
Does this apply in snooker?
Snooker cues have a smaller tip and are played on a much larger table, so there's rarely a need to elevate like this.
This makes so much sense, Hunter! Thank you!
Rollie what shape radius did u have nickel or dime?
Hunter gives sorta like Lex Luther vibe to him haha
I feel like Rollie and I are close in skill level. These videos are great, it’s almost like personal lessons.
Yes! I almost feel like these videos are gonna take money away from in-person instructors lol
Where do u buy that cue tip shaper @Rollie William
What shaft is Rollie using now?
Holy shit that guy from Smosh knows a lot about pool
Nice video series! Keep it up!
Love your videos Rollie.
But I gotta ask you something.
Did you say, "I gotta brand new LEASH on life?", because that is what it sounded like.
It's, "I gotta brand new LEASE on life".
Anyway, keep practicing, you're getting better all the time.
WHAT is going on with that hair?
Great tip-shaping music.
This guy doesn't use bar cues lol
He looks like you force him teaching you!!
Even if your chance is really zero 😜
I've been having so much trouble with back spin with the ball always bouncing when I try to give the ball a back spin. He just fixed my problem in one sentence.
dude this video was AMAZING. now i'm worried about my tip. i learnt a lot from this video and would LOVE to see more videos in this format.
Thanks good stuff Rollie. Hunter knows what he's talking about. Looking forward to the next episode. cheers
I don’t know why you keep saying your not good ?! I think you have a better chance then you think & just having the balls to go and play in the us open takes courage
Joga com baianinho de Mauá
ugghh... i remember when i was newer to pool and the anxiety i used to have when i had to draw the cue ball and try not to chip the ball off the table lol
that's probably why rollie aims a little higher for his draw haha
also, alot of ppl are insecure of drawing with an open bridge hand vs closed.
That hunter dude is pretty uptight
I think you gotta give yourself more credit. You’re not bad, you’re better than you think you are. Yes, obviously you can get better but I think you have a good chance to win a couple games 😎
LOL
Yous talk to much, show us how play
Phenomenal.
What Cue are you using in this Video, i like the simplicity of its design alot! Nice Series btw and good luck!
what's going to generate the spin will be the follow through of you cue regardless of how hard you hit it. watch any snooker player. their cue action is flawless
No follow through on the stroke.
This is a very impressive video that shows the depth of knowledge these pros have.
Pretty good video as far as instruction goes. Hunter seems very young and his hair is telling me he spends too much time looking into mirrors.
looking forward for the video about timing. loving this series. Thanks!
anytime soon i be ready to see your range in gameplay! us open oh well! but thats just an beatup to lean on til u man enough to show u true colours.
i get more backspineffect when i hold the cue with the grip long back, almost to the end and hold the cue lose.
Hit low on the ball and go through the ball. That is how back spin is generated. Like dont stop your cue when you hit the ball. Make it go through the ball.
I try doing this so many times, but the ball always gets lifted up and bounces over. I don't have cameras like Rollie does to test it out, but what do you think I'm doing wrong?
Firstly you need to keep your cue as power low to the cushion as you can. Dont lift it up high. Keep it close to the cushion. And secondly dont hit he ball with power. Increase the distance of your tip from ball by your action. What i mean is just make your arm go back further and come with great distance. When you hit with power it makes the screw shot to not get the momentum it needs.
Great video with excellent instruction and information thank you!
Effing mindblowing! It makes total sence on dropping or lowering your cue! I struggled with follow and draw with a level cue...no more!
What's hte shape of that cue tip? looks rounder than mine which I think is a dime
Lombardo is cool dude! Got a practice this! Keep it going Rollie!
Bloody music ??