This is the ultimate 'giving back to the fans'. It would be easy to disappear into the ether but he's here taking time to educate his longtime supporters - so good mate. By the way - anyone reading this who has played against me on league night and commented on the sound of my cue....I just want to say - 'my cue sounds just like Hendry's, I'm not changing my tip...' ;)
Ah, superb, been waiting for this one. I've been slowly getting the hang of using side more and more, but still a long way off being good with it. Not enough good, clear videos that get into the nitty gritty of aiming with side. This is gold dust for anyone learning snooker or other cue sports.
Yes, playing with side is one of those things that you just have to "do", to get used to. Unless you're a consistent Potter, it's part of the game that remains out of reach for many.
As he alluded to, different cues will throw the ball different amounts. Even the type of ferrule makes a noticeable difference. The old school brass ferrules throw the ball the most. The same cue with a fibre ferrule will throw the ball less with perhaps less spin potential. I have experimented with both.
Yeah playing with side is no joke, probably the hardest thing to do in snooker. Timing and power obviously change the measure of cue ball deflection, and then different again depending on distance between cue ball and object ball. Only way to get better at it is by putting time in on the table, alot of time. Brass ferrules make it harder but there's alot of people are starting to use titanium ferrules because there's much less deflection, but either way it takes months, years to get comfortable with side on a cue ball.
Been playing for 30 years, and I am so grateful that your career was in my lifetime. Thanks for doing these. As odd as it might sound, it feels like just hanging out with an old friend.
Being a Canadian resident, I wasn't exposed to the culture and missed a lot of historic matches of snooker. I have seen Cliff Thorburn's 147 , the first at the crucible theater. I'll be proud of that for many years. I started watching snooker when TSN (the sporst nerwork) had their pub night. My neighbor had TSN and enjoyed watching. He soon found out that I also enjoyed snooker, so Wade would record it ( pub night was a middle of the night program) . He would watch it, then bring the tape over so I could watch. Stephen, you were on top of the world. I enjoy the show. Thanks for the memories. Roland
American pool player here, side has helped my game tremendously. Like Judd says, it’s rare in snooker to play a shot plain ball, and I think that transitions over to pool for the most part. Rail shots become way easier using side, and getting position is way easier. Stephen’s videos really helpful.
Oh American pool? Why don't you make those pockets a little bigger too Homie? Plastic buckets are much cheaper than professionally crafted steel block cushions 😂
Stephen Hendry - I haven't seen you ( not IRL ! ) since I left the UK thirty odd years ago! I haven't had a frame of snooker since then either. I used to love it back then and you were one of the young, rising stars. Great that you are using the medium of the internet (which probably didn't exist in 'the late eighties, or was at best, in its infancy) to teach others . Well done Stephen - great ambassadorship and great tips - wish I'd had them back then - I would have been a much better player! Cheers.
I've learnt more about snooker in seven minutes than I have in years of playing (nonchalantly mind you!). I only even learned to reposition my strike vertically to a noticeable effect. I realise now when I have tried playing side I was playing it extremely! Its also important to realise the difference between left/right side -I thought it widened the natural angle left or right, rather than check side killing the spin. Be great to see how stun shots and screw differ, I seem to do it by accident each way.
Look at old footage of you ,your stance behind the cue ball has never changed before you go down to shoot the cue ball ,an amazing Champion you have been ,thankyou
Thank you sir for sharing. You were the first ever player I watched on TV when I started following snooker. I loved you then and I love you now. You are the GOAT for me. 🙏
i only took up snooker a few weeks ago (watched it since the 80s but never played) and this advice is gold ....i just thought left or right spin sent the ball opposite ways AND HAD NO IDEA TO AIM SLIGHTLY THE OPPOSITE WAY TO COMPENSATE ,these little hacks are fantastic and superbly presented by the GOAT
always and for ever my favorite player ,the man who change the snooker style that we watch today , attacking game and if possible win the frame in one visit !!!
Stephen was my favourite player growing up in the 80's-90's, he always explained the sport to the point and concisely. Loved watching him play as a kid
Excellent. Using side has always been the bane of my playing. Not knowing where to aim or when to use left or right in a particular shot. This was beautifully done and VERY helpful. Becoming a master of using side is what separates the punters from the ones who can run tables. Thanks so much for this.
You must check out Steve Bartons chanell. This was excellent, but ther's a lot more to side. You need to practise different speed and distance, and different amount of side for hours and hours to get your aiming right. More power equals more deflection to allow for...
I appreciate that he straight up said he can't explain where to aim when hitting the cue ball off centre because everyone is different and depends on the cue as well. That makes me want to practice and find out as opposed to someone telling me where to aim then losing hope when it goes wrong. That small bit of info helps a ton.
Hendry is my favourite snooker player of all time, it's amazing to directly learn from him, I have always struggled with check and running sides, will put this into use now 😀 many thanks
This is absolutely great. Having played just a little Danish billiard, and havingg wondered about the exact dynamics, finally to see some nuances! Thanks!
This reminds me of the late great Shane warne giving bowling tips on sky... Stephen like shane was a genius... but also with excellent fundelmentals so he can teach....pure gold for everyone
These videos are brilliant. This is certainly the next step in my game to making 30-40 breaks into 50-60 breaks. Also great to see Steven with is personality on show. His interviews with the other players are really enjoyable and honest.
These Cue tip videos have definitely helped improve my pool game. Just wanted to say thank you for making them, Stephen "The King of the Crucible" Hendry. You god damn legend!!
Having a long break from snooker *pun intended* these videos helping me a lot regaining my old technique which worked for me and is stilkl the same now thanks!
Hey Steve it's been an honor a treat for people who love your game and your style of play back in Pakistan..you are a hero of many and inspiration for sub continent region especially Pakistan..just keep helping us out with your great advice ❤️
I’ve watched quite a few videos on playing with side and thought it gave me a good understanding however with unsuccessful results. Now after having it explained to me in this way it makes so much more sense. Thanks Stephen for helping me to elevate my cue game.
Just recently found an untapped passion of mine for “pool” in the US . I play 8 ball and 9 ball . Far from good but it’s my dream to become one of the best players in the world . Your videos are unbelievably helpful .
After watching Reyes & others pull off full table swerves I had to try it with only a slight raise of the butt I amazed myself with making the shot! Now I really look forward to getting blocked. I don't always make it but it's a blast attempting it.. kick shots are fun too but it's nice having another option! Great video!
This was randomly recommended to me by RUclips. In Mexico we don't have snooker. But this guy playing in his spare bedroom seems really good. He'd do well in pool over here for sure. Could make a name for himself.
Superb show Stephen. You’re doing a terrific job. Love the chats with your fellow pros too. Looking forward to getting in some practice now I know more about the physics of what’s going on. 🙏
I used to blamed my Grip & aiming for missing a pot While using Sidespin but after going through this video got to learned that It's that technique Which I was incognizant about ,Thank you Sir for uploading this insightfull Video@ The GOAT of Snooker ,The great @Stephen Hendry,7th Time World Snooker Champion🙏🙏🙏
Dear Sir Hendry, I was a huge Jimmy White fan in the 90s so it"s fair to say you caused me a lot of grief back then. But thanks to this brilliant channel I can finally forgive you! Thank you.
Brilliant, that is just the thing I have been asking for in other videos of yours, learning how to manipulate the cue ball! I will be practicing this when I can! Thank you, Stephen!
I never thought that Steven hendry would be showing us all how it's done, a former seven-time world champion, the consistency, discipline, and one of the best temperaments the game has ever seen. Thank you for the pointers steve
it's quite humbling to think that someone who, tbh, has absolutely no need to waste his time on us mere mortals, is happy to spend his time giving so much back to the sport. Many many thanks for being such a nice bloke Stephen.
A significant department of the game whereby few online schools/tutors cover & nor teach. We're treated to a 7 time World Champ here conveying his masterful, 'side spin' techniques into one's game, inspiring nothing but confidence for all ages. Highest respects for doing this btw @Steven Hendry.. you Legend.
Its great to see hendry like this . One of the best players ever showing you how its done.. however there is no way to "aim" with side on the ball. Better to be honest about it. The reason snooker is hard is that to get s break of any meaning you need cue ball control and that cant be done by "aiming". It can only be done by feel.. you cant teach feel, you cant even demonstrate it. You must practice it and get the feel for yourself. So how do you "aim" with side ? Simple. Play a shot with side spin 1000 times..then another, then another, then another, then another. Anyone looking for a simple rule if thumb, is sadly in for a shock. Practice is the only way to play with side and even if you are a master, aiming is not the right word. More like feeling , guessing, playing if you like.
Not only has my snooker game improved watching these videos but my pool too, just having such knowledge has really enhanced how I play the game. Cheers Stephen!
Stephen think this might be the first tutorial inclusive of Running side / Check Side in a Cuesport 👌 Tis an art of Physics within The Intricate game of Snooker Thanks for your Professional explanation, I've been playing snooker for 40+ years and can do Reverse/Check but loved that play object ball to off centre of pocket to grab more spin 👌
Never in my life I believed that the great Steven Hendry might give pointers to people like me. Thank you so much, love the series!
Its pretty insane isn't it !
Simp
same mate, He always seemed so aloof in the 90s. In fact he seems like an awesome guy.
My thought exactly. I'm blown away.
He's a proper legend and a nice bloke. Can't sing tho... 😁
We're so lucky to have the great Stephen Hendry coaching us. My snooker idol!
been watching snooker since the early 80's , this 7 minute tutorial taught me more about side spin than any commentator has ever done. Class act
You've definitely got a future in the sport mate, keep practising I'll look out for you
He needs to practice more 😂
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I believe in him, he could be the best in the world if he tries good enough
Tell me it’s a joke , man he got world titles and different championships in his pocket 😂
@@MrzaheerAhmad Isn't it obvious sarcasm mate? Lol, I even replied back with sarcasm
Hendry single handily saving UK snooker, great channel, wish this was about when I was younger
I liked the check side shot on the blue at 80% power and barely reacting off the second cushion. Brilliant demo.
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And the follow-up shot with running side leaving a perfect position for the pink was magnificent.
This is the ultimate 'giving back to the fans'. It would be easy to disappear into the ether but he's here taking time to educate his longtime supporters - so good mate. By the way - anyone reading this who has played against me on league night and commented on the sound of my cue....I just want to say - 'my cue sounds just like Hendry's, I'm not changing my tip...' ;)
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As a casual player for fun at the clubs,this is fantastic content and easy to follow advice. Thank you!
Ah, superb, been waiting for this one. I've been slowly getting the hang of using side more and more, but still a long way off being good with it. Not enough good, clear videos that get into the nitty gritty of aiming with side. This is gold dust for anyone learning snooker or other cue sports.
Yes, playing with side is one of those things that you just have to "do", to get used to. Unless you're a consistent Potter, it's part of the game that remains out of reach for many.
As he alluded to, different cues will throw the ball different amounts. Even the type of ferrule makes a noticeable difference. The old school brass ferrules throw the ball the most. The same cue with a fibre ferrule will throw the ball less with perhaps less spin potential. I have experimented with both.
You are a Master Player. I am learning a lot from you. I salute you dear Stephen.
i think the actual strike of the ball with the cue mainly the actual cue action is most important then the side shots will come
Yeah playing with side is no joke, probably the hardest thing to do in snooker. Timing and power obviously change the measure of cue ball deflection, and then different again depending on distance between cue ball and object ball. Only way to get better at it is by putting time in on the table, alot of time. Brass ferrules make it harder but there's alot of people are starting to use titanium ferrules because there's much less deflection, but either way it takes months, years to get comfortable with side on a cue ball.
Been playing for 30 years, and I am so grateful that your career was in my lifetime. Thanks for doing these. As odd as it might sound, it feels like just hanging out with an old friend.
Being a Canadian resident, I wasn't exposed to the culture and missed a lot of historic matches of snooker. I have seen Cliff Thorburn's 147 , the first at the crucible theater. I'll be proud of that for many years. I started watching snooker when TSN (the sporst nerwork) had their pub night. My neighbor had TSN and enjoyed watching. He soon found out that I also enjoyed snooker, so Wade would record it ( pub night was a middle of the night program) . He would watch it, then bring the tape over so I could watch. Stephen, you were on top of the world. I enjoy the show. Thanks for the memories. Roland
Thanks Stephen, I like your plain, direct style of instruction (and commentary).
Thank you for doing this channel, Stephen. Putting yourself out there on social media takes guts. This is great content. You're doing a superb job!
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Great video and makes it much easier to understand than when other channels have tried to explain it. Thank you!
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American pool player here, side has helped my game tremendously. Like Judd says, it’s rare in snooker to play a shot plain ball, and I think that transitions over to pool for the most part. Rail shots become way easier using side, and getting position is way easier. Stephen’s videos really helpful.
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Oh American pool?
Why don't you make those pockets a little bigger too Homie?
Plastic buckets are much cheaper than professionally crafted steel block cushions 😂
Stephen Hendry - I haven't seen you ( not IRL ! ) since I left the UK thirty odd years ago! I haven't had a frame of snooker since then either. I used to love it back then and you were one of the young, rising stars. Great that you are using the medium of the internet (which probably didn't exist in 'the late eighties, or was at best, in its infancy) to teach others .
Well done Stephen - great ambassadorship and great tips - wish I'd had them back then - I would have been a much better player!
Cheers.
I've learnt more about snooker in seven minutes than I have in years of playing (nonchalantly mind you!). I only even learned to reposition my strike vertically to a noticeable effect. I realise now when I have tried playing side I was playing it extremely! Its also important to realise the difference between left/right side -I thought it widened the natural angle left or right, rather than check side killing the spin.
Be great to see how stun shots and screw differ, I seem to do it by accident each way.
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Look at old footage of you ,your stance behind the cue ball has never changed before you go down to shoot the cue ball ,an amazing Champion you have been ,thankyou
Thank you sir for sharing. You were the first ever player I watched on TV when I started following snooker. I loved you then and I love you now. You are the GOAT for me. 🙏
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i only took up snooker a few weeks ago (watched it since the 80s but never played) and this advice is gold ....i just thought left or right spin sent the ball opposite ways AND HAD NO IDEA TO AIM SLIGHTLY THE OPPOSITE WAY TO COMPENSATE ,these little hacks are fantastic and superbly presented by the GOAT
good to see someone with so much passion, knowledge and desire for snooker after all this years
Very nice good lessons,have learned new techniques which I don't know.
I am happy
Brilliant video. Point of View camera really helps. Thanks Stephen. GOAT!
always and for ever my favorite player ,the man who change the snooker style that we watch today , attacking game and if possible win the frame in one visit !!!
Stephen was my favourite player growing up in the 80's-90's, he always explained the sport to the point and concisely. Loved watching him play as a kid
A Big Thank you Stephen. This particular Tutorial is simple to understand and follow the mechanics. It's how you have present and explain 🙂
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Brilliant demonstration from Stephen with the head cam
Excellent. Using side has always been the bane of my playing. Not knowing where to aim or when to use left or right in a particular shot. This was beautifully done and VERY helpful. Becoming a master of using side is what separates the punters from the ones who can run tables. Thanks so much for this.
You must check out Steve Bartons chanell. This was excellent, but ther's a lot more to side. You need to practise different speed and distance, and different amount of side for hours and hours to get your aiming right. More power equals more deflection to allow for...
@@D.Appeltofft thank you so much. I'll check out that channel. Appreciate it.
Really useful, I will be practicing using sides and back spin. Good to know what check side and running side is. Gotta try that swerve shot😉
This channel as reignited my interest in snooker! Brilliant.
I've been watching you since i was.... 7 i think, 34 now, and these videos bring back somewhat a bit of nostalgia! Great content :D
I appreciate that he straight up said he can't explain where to aim when hitting the cue ball off centre because everyone is different and depends on the cue as well. That makes me want to practice and find out as opposed to someone telling me where to aim then losing hope when it goes wrong. That small bit of info helps a ton.
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Great teacher. I have been playing pool for over 50 years. I learned something here!
Hendry is my favourite snooker player of all time, it's amazing to directly learn from him, I have always struggled with check and running sides, will put this into use now 😀 many thanks
This is absolutely great. Having played just a little Danish billiard, and havingg wondered about the exact dynamics, finally to see some nuances! Thanks!
Truly amazing how effortless those shots are for him. Literally thousands of hours of practice right there.
This is an amazing demonstration of how to play these shots.
thats brill...really clearly shown and explained...well it doesn't get any better than getting tips from stephen..snooker legend
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This reminds me of the late great Shane warne giving bowling tips on sky... Stephen like shane was a genius... but also with excellent fundelmentals so he can teach....pure gold for everyone
What a pleasure to watch a master at work.
These videos are brilliant. This is certainly the next step in my game to making 30-40 breaks into 50-60 breaks.
Also great to see Steven with is personality on show. His interviews with the other players are really enjoyable and honest.
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These Cue tip videos have definitely helped improve my pool game. Just wanted to say thank you for making them, Stephen "The King of the Crucible" Hendry. You god damn legend!!
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Best explanation I’ve ever seen on how to play with side! Thanks, your videos are awesome
I hardly play snooker any more but this is one of my favourite channels :) Victor...
LEgend
Being able to learn from one of the best players ever is an honor thank you mr Hendry .
Love these tips. Had a table set up recently and these tips have already helped my game. Thanks Stephen
a really good video by the absolute best of every era i really liked the video really taught me a lot about the side of cue ball
Very well explained and demonstrated. Excellent.
Great to get these tips from in my opinion the greatest ever player to lift a cue.
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Having a long break from snooker *pun intended* these videos helping me a lot regaining my old technique which worked for me and is stilkl the same now thanks!
Hey Steve it's been an honor a treat for people who love your game and your style of play back in Pakistan..you are a hero of many and inspiration for sub continent region especially Pakistan..just keep helping us out with your great advice ❤️
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This is the lesson I needed since I started playing this game. Thank you Stephen.
I’ve watched quite a few videos on playing with side and thought it gave me a good understanding however with unsuccessful results. Now after having it explained to me in this way it makes so much more sense. Thanks Stephen for helping me to elevate my cue game.
Excellent as always
That info is gold dust to any snooker player. Thanks.
Cue cam is so helpful!!! Really missed it!
So awesome! I needed this about 30 years ago!
This is "making of .." Now, we understand better what's players are doing. Theory + practice = Subscribe! This is gorgeous!!
Just recently found an untapped passion of mine for “pool” in the US . I play 8 ball and 9 ball . Far from good but it’s my dream to become one of the best players in the world . Your videos are unbelievably helpful .
Always appreciate your time for tips Stephen, so great of you to share your experience & skill with us! 😊👏🙏
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Subscribed, You and this channel will benefit generations. Thank you
After watching Reyes & others pull off full table swerves I had to try it with only a slight raise of the butt I amazed myself with making the shot! Now I really look forward to getting blocked. I don't always make it but it's a blast attempting it.. kick shots are fun too but it's nice having another option! Great video!
Very informative and helpful.Thank you Stephen
Love your sir the way you taught check sides and spin at the end is just stunning .. Love From Pakistan
Simple and clear tuition, well done Stephen.
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This was randomly recommended to me by RUclips. In Mexico we don't have snooker. But this guy playing in his spare bedroom seems really good. He'd do well in pool over here for sure. Could make a name for himself.
Nice try
Love this channel. SH always my world number one
No way would SH use the word Fam 😂😂 go away you melt and leave us to watch in peace.
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Superb show Stephen. You’re doing a terrific job. Love the chats with your fellow pros too. Looking forward to getting in some practice now I know more about the physics of what’s going on. 🙏
Good job 👍 👏 so many people make explaining side spin so confusing and you explained it in a simple way.
Thank you Stephen I really needed that piece of advice. Now I'm going to go to practice!
Thank you. It's nice to get that cleared up!
Brilliant advice. I only starting playing last week and after watching this video I have already had my first 147
I used to blamed my Grip & aiming for missing a pot While using Sidespin but after going through this video got to learned that It's that technique Which I was incognizant about ,Thank you Sir for uploading this insightfull Video@ The GOAT of Snooker ,The great @Stephen Hendry,7th Time World Snooker Champion🙏🙏🙏
This is Pure GOLD
Thank you for an excellent explanation on side spin
Love Your videos Stephen.
Thank You 😊
Great teaching session. Thank you.
Best tips ever , things that a player learn in year’s are here to be learned in minutes, thanx man ❤
Fair play to you Stephen giving back very valuable tips and tricks. Top man👍👍👍
Stephen, can you do an in depth video on snooker cues, your experience with them and possibly test some of the cheap ones most of us play with?
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Dear Sir Hendry, I was a huge Jimmy White fan in the 90s so it"s fair to say you caused me a lot of grief back then. But thanks to this brilliant channel I can finally forgive you! Thank you.
Very helpful, this video, love it. Thanks, coach.
Very nice demonstration of sides in snooker thanks
Was never a huge fan of the player. Big fan now great channel. Thanks Stephen
credit to the production/editing of these videos. Top class
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Lovely Hendry all helpful and nice videos keep it up
Steven hendry = legend thanks for this channel great advice
Great stuff! I'll use these tips in my next round of pool.
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It’s crazy that Stephen is on here giving advice . Good for him
Amazing. Great tips in this video. Worth doing another, and slowing it down a bit. With a marked cue ball we can see the spin.
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I love the way you Simply snooker techniques.
I was waiting for right coach and I got Steven hendry thank you so much ❤
Brilliant, that is just the thing I have been asking for in other videos of yours, learning how to manipulate the cue ball! I will be practicing this when I can! Thank you, Stephen!
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I never thought that Steven hendry would be showing us all how it's done, a former seven-time world champion, the consistency, discipline, and one of the best temperaments the game has ever seen. Thank you for the pointers steve
it's quite humbling to think that someone who, tbh, has absolutely no need to waste his time on us mere mortals, is happy to spend his time giving so much back to the sport. Many many thanks for being such a nice bloke Stephen.
A significant department of the game whereby few online schools/tutors cover & nor teach.
We're treated to a 7 time World Champ here conveying his masterful, 'side spin' techniques into one's game, inspiring nothing but confidence for all ages.
Highest respects for doing this btw @Steven Hendry.. you Legend.
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Its great to see hendry like this . One of the best players ever showing you how its done.. however there is no way to "aim" with side on the ball. Better to be honest about it. The reason snooker is hard is that to get s break of any meaning you need cue ball control and that cant be done by "aiming". It can only be done by feel.. you cant teach feel, you cant even demonstrate it. You must practice it and get the feel for yourself. So how do you "aim" with side ? Simple. Play a shot with side spin 1000 times..then another, then another, then another, then another. Anyone looking for a simple rule if thumb, is sadly in for a shock. Practice is the only way to play with side and even if you are a master, aiming is not the right word. More like feeling , guessing, playing if you like.
Not only has my snooker game improved watching these videos but my pool too, just having such knowledge has really enhanced how I play the game. Cheers Stephen!
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Stephen think this might be the first tutorial inclusive of Running side / Check Side in a Cuesport 👌
Tis an art of Physics within The Intricate game of Snooker
Thanks for your Professional explanation, I've been playing snooker for 40+ years and can do Reverse/Check but loved that play object ball to off centre of pocket to grab more spin 👌
You made it look easy 😅 i can tell it really needs lot of practice because i get those sometimes and sometimes i foul. Specially in Swerving a Snook