Pool Shots You MUST Practice - How to Practice Your Pool Game (Free Pool Lessons)
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- In this Pool Lesson, learn the five shots that you really should work on but you do not practice enough. And we also show you how to make them. Learn: Pool Shots You MUST Practice - And How to Practice Your Pool Game
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One of the best videos yet!!!!!
Thank you and thanks again for supporting the channel.
Thanks for sharing knowledge Bryan, your videos are always good. I love your table man!!!
I appreciate that!
A short backswing helps alot too when your shooting off a rail.
Good tip
Excellent lesson as always Brian
Thanks again!
Love how you ended with a flawless lag with no editing. 😆
Thanks 😅
Most events I've played in, you can't lag with a cue ball, if there is only 1 of them, and you can't lag with a stripe. Solids only.
Great info as usual!!!!
Thanks again!
When shooting over a ball I let the cue rub against my ribs. This method worked so well that I even did it on long shots.
I think this is the first video that I've seen that has zero dis-likes! At least something older than 5 minutes.
Thank you for your comments
Good video. Thanks for your advice
Lagging: I improved my lag of course by practicing it. For me, I figured out a bridge length and stroke length that almost felt like I’m letting gravity move the cue forward. Of course some forward motion needs to be added to only gravity, but using a consistent bridge length and stroke length and the least amount of pushing the cue helped me with speed control. In fact, this came from a speed control drill I found where we move the CB one diamond, then two, then three, etc. all the way up to up and back across the table length. For the lag, it feels as though gravity is moving the arm, rather than muscles.
Thank you Brian
On the rail shots, with my grip hand, I'll grip in a manner that applies some downward pressure on the shaft to minimize the chance of rolling the cue tip over the cue ball. Who hasn't done that? Also, on shorter rail shots, I'll shorten my stroke to more of a poke stroke for more control. This also minimizes the chance of rolling the cue tip over the cue ball. And yeah, who practices shooting jacked up over a ball? Short of being snookered, shooting jacked up is a worst case scenario.
Guilty of some luckily not all.
Thought for a second you were starting out with the main shot I have issues with that I need to practice. The lead in was accurate play it off the rail so you don't get straight. But, I so often end up with an object ball on the short rail frozen or almost frozen and I misplay position and get straight in with the cue ball almost frozen or frozen on the short rail and the next ball is always on the other short rail. Seems like I put myself in this spot at least once every 10 racks and getting out of it is absolutely horrendous.
I practice all those shots every day two racks off the short rail.
Great stuff Brian. All of these; Rail shots, bridging over balls always a challenge - thanks for these to improve our shots.
Hi Bryan what if you have small pool 4 legs kinda like ping pong table like for kid's and it's a small room a small cue stick there's a wall on the side of pool table you have to hold the stick Up how can you find a better way to hit the cue ball
When you practice, just move the ball with your hand away from the rail so that you can work on your shots without the obstruction.
Good stuff as usual. I haven’t received your email commenting on my frame. Perhaps you haven’t had time but just checking to see whether it’s gone to the right place. 👍
I think I sent you an email asking if I could use your video and my comments on the channel. I did watch the video and I will send you comments today. Thanks Steve.
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I email a video to you Steve. I hope it helps.
@@FXBilliards Thank you! I’ve replied.
Lag with brake cue? Been using shooting cue all this time
I Practice around the world
question about LAG, if you don't hit the rail, no matter how far your opponent bounce his, you lose, right?
Wrong you don’t have to hit the rail. The lag is who comes closest to the rail.
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Hi Joe - in the $350 range the predator 314 shaft. In the $500 range, the Predator Revo. But keep in mind that Predator is my sponsor and that these prices only reflect the cost of the shaft.
No additions, corrections, or questions. I'm just commenting and tapping the thumbs up 👍 button to feed the algorithm monsters.
Thanks, Bryan. These clips don't make themselves.
Yup this is spot on…guilty as charged. Rail shot on the 8 cost me a game yesterday.
Great video but honestly I put a thumbs up just because of the Start of the video! :) If you know what I mean
She and I both thank you. LOL thanks for watching.
Absolutely spot on. Also guilty of not practicing these shots, except for the lag. I do put in reps on lag shots. This actually helps with not just winning the lag, but also getting an understanding on how the table is playing. Appreciate the video. Going to have to work on these.
I'm having real trouble drawing a shot. I'm able to draw the CB maybe 3-5 inches at most. What are your suggestions?
I love it in the bar where they think a bridge is for sissies. So I shake my head and watch them miss. I’d rather look professional than silly!
Just for laughs: When doing entire racks with the bridge, as you suggested; If you find you are actually shooting a little better, than that means you need to work on your hand "bridge."
Lol I can't stand that bridge stick 😂 because I am tall myself and I can stretch to make most shots in those situations,but there are some situations where I have no choice.
My biggest problem in shooting is the long green show Even if it is a straight in shot I can Cut a ball where it almost goes backwards What do I need to practice to get these long green shots
I'm quite short and I learned to shoot right and left handed so I didn't have to use a bridge but as I got older it's the truth sometimes the cheater stick is your best bet
Love your channel, Brian. You really bring up the valuable stuff for any player and make it fun. Watched a lot of pool channels, however, your input made a difference in my game. Fellow club players starting to hate me 😂
True I have to practice these shots. oy
Also on rail shots keep a shorter compact stroke, move your rear foot back a little and get your head down closer to the cue. For me, different types of shafts don't make any shot easier or harder, just require different technique.
I always try to shoot the right shot for the situation. Shots you fear or are not good at need work, not avoidance.
Play "bridge pool" with your friends as a warm up.
All shots must be played with the bridge regardless. The stupid shots that are ridiculous with a bridge are the ones that demand the most concentration and actually (if you are really focused) will have the biggest impact on improving your comfort when using a bridge. Another quick one is simply that the black ball must be potted using the bridge.
Or for that guy who's better than the rest, the last x balls must be played with the bridge slowing him down (well at least until it really does improve his bridge use for regular games)
A little fun can make practice time fly by.
I am always referring your videos to fellow players, thank you they are great help to learning by being guided.
Speaking of the lag. The one thing I absolutely hate about lagging, is when the other player sticks their butt way out and bumps / brushes you. I get that often in Apa, not so much in Tapp or higher caliber leagues.
About once a month a buddy and I will play an entire game where we have to use the bridge on every shot where the cue is at least 2 inches off the rail We're both now pretty good at using one when we have to bring it out in a match.
Thanks for watching and thanks for your comments
that lag made me cry, lol.
Google says that a level four or a five can make up to $50,000 a year I'm wondering if Google is talking about just straight up gambling or tournaments or having a sponsor can a level 5 pool player get a sponsor... Thank you in advance
Two things to keep in mind is that 50 is an average and that includes everything. Most of them would make a lot more money making TH-cam videos. Which is why so many started making TH-cam video lol many of them have side jobs just to make ends meet
Great tips. I’ve been playing only 6 months but trying to GG
Good stuff
Cue as level as possible off rail also. A lot jack up on the rail...
THIS IS TRUE. Jacking up is maybe the number one reason many players miss shots and fail to get action on the cue ball regardless of the type of shot. Thanks for watching.
You can put inside english on almost every back cut just as effectively as outside.
Inside can be more difficult on some shots than outside. You are sending the ball away from the pocket as opposed to towards the pocket, making the adjustment trickier. Thanks for watching Mark. Hope you are subscribing.
Thank you!
good stuff,
What if some of the times when you break The white ball gos is that mean a loosing game
in most games in most places that does not mean you lose. Your opponent gets ball in hand and the game goes. on.
Consistency is key and the key to consistency is practice, there's never really been a shortcut. It's important to know what to practice though, great video and presentation.
The only shortcut is being taught right and not forming any bad habits.
I broke my left foot and ankle about 3.5 weeks ago so I have been working on my bridge work out of pure necessity and boredom. Also, if someone is having trouble finding the line of the shot, try doing it on 1 leg. It actually makes it easier to become comfortable with the shot line. I'm back to 2 legged shooting now. Ir eally helped my stroke, alignment and tempo to be handicapped to 1 leg shooting. I tried to turn a negative circumstance into a positive. For once, it actually worked. Thx for the great info as always B!
I never practise with a Bridge 😐
If you work on it for 10 minutes per week, that will be almost an hour longer than just about anyone you will ever play. thanks for watching.
Bryan your content is always invaluable..... Haven't been here in a while but the greatest thing is that I have a series to watch
Piggybacking off the running a rack with the bridge idea....
CJ recommends shooting racks and moving the cue ball close to the rail before each shot.
Let's Goooooooo ❤❤❤❤ bridge racks and rail cues for 3 hours 😎🔥🎱
Same... guilty as charged😔... I have to work on my attitude! ... force myself to do the things I don't want to do in pool🎱👍
Here in the PH any ball touch causes a foul. So when shooting over a ball I put my hand on the table (if possible) with my fingers as close to the ball as possible and then raise my bridge. I kept hitting the ball with my large spastic hands until I started this. I never had this problem until I started wearing glasses (I have the same problem going down stairs.)
There is a snooker player from Thailand who uses the bridge as if it is an extension of his left hand. His left hand is under the cue, and his right arm uses a regular motion. In other words he gets down over the cue and swings his arm from the elbow just like a regular shot. I’ve tried it in practice, but it is so foreign I just can’t get it.
I like your comment that if you practice a difficult shot twenty times each day, Thats twenty more than your opponent.
Another short story, I used to play at a pool hall that was managed by Dallas west (look him up if you don’t know him). My friend and I were playing during the day when it was busy there.
My friend had a long shot and needed to use the bridge. He told me to hand him the crutch. Dallas came over and said “Why do you call that the crutch when it’s there to help you make a shot?”
Thats always kind of stuck with me.
Thanks for all the videos too Bryan!
So true only time I leave on rail is if it'd a two way shot if I'm not sure I can make the shot and if I miss I want to challenge whoever I'm playing to get another turn on the table. Thanks for your time I enjoy your videos
Very very very Excellent Content and tips B. Alot of ppl need to here that time and time again I'm a Strong APA 6 and STILL! Struggle shooting off the rail
I find when shooting over a ball to hit a cue ball that I can still usually lower the stick a ‘fraction’ after I have my bridge hand set up. Even lowering the cue an an eighth to a a quarter inch helps with accuracy. Also, if a bridge hand feels awkward, within reason, I don’t try to adjust it on the table but step back and start over. My hand seems to instinctively make a better bridge the second time.
Thanks for the Great info in this video. I practiced a few on my snooker table.
Good, common sense stuff right here👍.. I hate the bridge mostly because my depth perception sux at the longer distance (I'm sure I need glasses,lol). I taught myself to shoot off hand but it's only good for the most basic of shots for me, lol... We all should spend more time on lags & breaks for sure. Several of the guys I play on league with can regularly break and run so you gotta have that lag in your pocket or you might not get up to bat, lol
Love this one. Thanks again
Glad you enjoyed it
As usual Brian, great advice! I see so many people in APA struggling to use a bridge properly. By properly, I simply mean to their advantage for the particular shot. I offer the bridge, even to opponents, when they should consider it, and get refused too many times. For my teammates, I encourage them to practice with it, and put it on the table as you suggest. Use your bridge hand to anchor it also, not let it dance around like making a bridge above the table....midair! A missed shot usually ensues!
Good stuff as always, I try to shoot a couple of lag shots before each match if I can, it really helps. I carry a cinch bridge(fits on my break cue) in my bag in case I'm shooting in spot with limited gear (how many bars bother to supply a bridge for there one coin-op table). Thanks Brian!
Great content, thanks Bryan 👍Rail shots have been happening to me less and less, your advice of thinking about the shot and where the cue ball's going is on the mark, it still happens so I do get practice on them. I haven't practiced with the bridge, I use it when I need it so it gets regular use, although if it's a short shot I will try shooting left handed to get more familiar with it. I am getting better at the back cut shots with more practice, using a bit of outside english makes a huge difference. I do have a home table, and I'm retired, I spend a bit time on it every day.
Brian - when shooting over a ball, for people with average size hands, three fingers, middle, ring and pinky, on the table is better than four because you can tip your hand to the side and get more height than just the length of your index finger. The three fingers on the table can be placed to touch table in a triangle pattern for best stability.
Had to laugh. I missed tons of shots cause I didn’t want to get the bridge.
Great advice on those cut shots and some outside English.
Very helpful video. Thanks Bryan!
Good Tips on the rail distance cut shots are tough.
Great video Brian. I'm a senior and play 2 hrs each day at the center with my partner at 8 & 9 ball. However, when you asked do you like to break I'm shaking my head....no. Maybe because I've had a couple of shoulder surgeries and am a little hesitant- I'm not a good breaker, but my partner is. I love pool and will try some of those practice methods. Thank you so much.
I’m glad you’re still playing and enjoying it. Thanks for your comments.
GREAT VIDEO!!! The rail info is spectacular.
I haven’t been watching as many since you put out the video a few weeks ago about how to move up in the APA skill levels (3 to 4 to 5) by just solo practicing racks - shot after shot.
You suggested Not using up time by playing others - cause it takes too long for them to figure out strategy & what shots to make. Except I have a Friday afternoon friend whose better than me & we have regular weekly duels until whoever first reaches 20 games, then start over.
Meanwhile the solo practice is paying off. Gradually winning more APA games. When you did the Goals video, I aimed for a L4 by January. It will be a stretch, but think I can make it if shoot straight & play smart & patient - particularly in 8-Ball.
As always, thanks for your Leadership. WildFire!
You are the best Miss WildFire. Thank you for the comments. Always glad when I can help your game.
The close with the lag 👍🙌
Definitely guilty of not practicing these shots as I should. But I am fortune enough have Mrs Ewa as a league operator in my area, so I do get the chance of getting good advice from her.
I have a great story about Ewa but there is not enough time in the comments to put it. I will drop it in a pod cast one day. thanks for watching
Great stuff Brian, thanks. Love your mention of making someone practice playing whole rack with the bridge :) I call it "penance." One hint for making the bridge easier, I use the Tiger leather bridge head, it has a better feel for me more like skin then metal or plastic and will never mar my old school wood shaft.
Love that! Good idea Bill.
I like using a stripe horizontally, that's one I hadn't heard before. Thx.
Any comment on the "tip" that the speed you use for a winning lag should also be your "standard" speed for other shots (not that all shots are at standard speed but ...)?
Perhaps baseline speed is a better term.
I cant say that I have ever heard that, but MY lag is far under the speed I would use for just about any other shot. This would be equivalent to NOT letting out your stroke and that is highly unrecommended. Thanks for watching and thanks for your comments.
For bridging over balls I've switched to the the: middle and ring finger (knuckles down or raised to different levels, all the way up to finger tips) with the index and pinky out to the side.
Pretty versatile.
I notice a lot of pros using it. Even for their regular open bridge.
You can get very close to the blocking ball too.
Good tips. Thank you.
I'm a new subscriber and I really enjoy your videos. A lot of times the difference between winning and losing comes down to one shot. It helps to know what gives you the best chance of making that shot.
Thank you and welcome to the channel
Hey Bryan - Guilty as charged. Although I do practice some of these shots once in a while, it is nowhere near enough. It really hit home when you compared practicing things like banks shots, masse and others to these you recommend. I will definitely shift the balance. As always, appreciate you. - Pete
Thanks a lot Pete.
Excellent!
Thank you sir.
You are welcome!
Great video Bryan great info in this one for sure
I do struggle shooting over the ball I’ll try opening my hand up more should help and also shooting straight off the rail my 2 weaknesses
Good stuff Bryan!
Thanks for watching
New subscriber here and loveing the channel. Been contemplating getting back into pool after a 8 year break away from the table. Love the tips and lessons on things to look for in my game