*Contents:* 0:00 - Intro 0:39 - Options for Stripes ---- 0:47 - extract solids a little ---- 2:06 - tie up 8 with balls ---- 3:10 - send 8 in front of a pocket ---- 3:39 - move 8 to tough position ---- 4:03 - jump onto the 11 4:22 - Best Option for Stripes 5:06 - Options for Solids ---- 5:13 - pocket 11 and leave CB safe ---- 5:42 - follow 3 through the 11 with backspin ---- 6:30 - herd the 3 through the 11 with follow ---- 7:19 - pocket the 11 and leave tough shot on the 8 7:59 - Best Option for Solids 8:26 - Wrap Up ---- 8:51 - shot montage *CORRECTION:* - at 2:50, I hit the 8 before the 4, so the shot is a foul. *Supporting Resources:* - “What Would You Do?” playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLH9d4KFY28XseXlEzFOvomJvaX3uIx5sG - end-game strategy resource page: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/strategy/end-game/ - how to deal with pocket blockers: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/pocket/blocked/ - bank and kick shot aiming systems: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/ - two-rail kick Plus System: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/plus/ - spin transfer bank shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/spin-transfer/ - bending, twisting, and stiffening kick and bank shots: ruclips.net/video/9br8xdXEs7g/видео.html - System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS): billiards.colostate.edu/faq/sidespin/aim/saws/ - AZBilliards forum discussion: forums.azbilliards.com/threads/8-ball-stalemate.538274/
FYI, I already have a bunch of videos like this in my "What Would You Do Here?" playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLH9d4KFY28XseXlEzFOvomJvaX3uIx5sG Check them out.
I find that such creative ideas are a must in unusual situation on the table where you have no good shot and no clear safety at hand. Thinking out of the box in pool is not a shallow inspirational quote we all got sick of already but a real game changer!
Here's a very creative way to win as Solids, if you have ball in hand: Place the cue ball very close to the 3(Try not to freeze it, which would be a foul), have your forearm horizontal, and just barely drive the 3 into the 11, hoping that the 4 reaches a cushion. Even if you don't pocket the 11, your opponent will be in a world of hurt and if you pocket the 11, there is very little they can do with the 8.
If you look at the over-head view of the three balls at the beginning of the video, it doesn't appear this is a good option. You might even leave a look at the 11. Concerning pocketing the 11 with the 3, I showed many good ways to do that.
You're welcome. I'm glad you think so. This is probably too advanced for most people watching instructional pool videos on RUclips, but I knew the diehard pool fans would appreciate it.
Do you have some side exercises apart from the pool table, that would be worth a clip?Or part of some other clip where u could explain how u apply those exercises on table. For example i do little fysics, eye-hand coordination exercises and "bottle-stroke"
I don't do any exercises away from the table; although, the stroke can be practiced away from a table and in front of a mirror, using some of the ideas here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/drill/stroke/
Solids had the percentages In its favor with the multiple options the best being the safety out. However if I’m stripes here I’m willing to live and die on the percentages of putting the 8 in front of the other corner pocket on that end of the table. If I’m shooting this I play the safety off the solids or pushing the 8 in front of the pocket if I’m stripes and just living with the percentages win or loss
I was arguing hypotheticals, and don't remember what the advantage was to shooting this way but I have a question you might be able to explain better with your knowledge of math and physics. What was proposed was you could get a legal hit on the stripe by jumping the cue and hitting the opposite end of the stripe as though you were coming from the direction of the corner pocket and keep the cue ball on the table. I said it was impossible. If the cue rimmed the pocket and managed to stay up would be the only way. I have seen that occur with different circumstances only once ever and it baffled everyone watching. But theoretically I thought because of inertia and force needed to jump over a solid to make that hit even possible would cause the cue to scratch or leave the table. Can you elaborate on possibilities of the cue staying on the table? The person I was debating suggested meeting the stripe ball on the opposite side and rail at the same time could cause the cue to compress the rail enough to allow the cue to rebound towards the table. But to me it seems absolutely farfetched as that force required to make the suggested hit wouldn't allow the cue to slow enough to hit the exact face of the rail where it angles. Thus it should either scratch or leave the table entirely. I'm sorry for being long winded in explanation, but can you elaborate on what is possible by trying that particular jump shot?
I think it is possible to jump into the 11, pocket the ball, and keep the CB on the table (my example in the video was close), but it is not a practical technique.
@@DrDaveBilliards Ok. That I can agree with. It is extremely difficult as you said not practical. It would require precision almost uncanny. I think the distance between balls is so condensed one would have to hit both other balls near simultaneously after legal contact to allow it to drop on the table. With that in mind I do have one more question. As you could see the attempt you had was caused to leave the table by contact with the 3 propelling it towards its generally original path or a quick reversal within a 90 degree limit of contact between the two condensed objects. Even if the hit of both solid balls occurred at the exact same time would one have to theoretically have started with topspin on the cue to keep it on the table? Or would backspin be correct? I'm questioning throw mechanics as spin should be transferred with contact, but the spaces I am seeing and the quick contact between many balls while in the air doesn't translate to something I'm familiar with, as I'm more aware of the practicalities when the ball is in motion along the same spacial plane.
I haven't tried much straight pool before. My current high-run (from my recent "Run Your Age Challenge") is 57: ruclips.net/video/XM7YAZ-WgBc/видео.html I'm sure I can do much better with a little straight pool practice.
I wanted to know one 8 ball rules that i shot 8 ball and 8 ball stop very close to pocket almost pot then opponent play a shot on his ball and 8 ball is down on pocket with out any touch then what next I will win or 8 ball again stood near the pocket
A ball that falls into a pocket on its own is replaced in the position it was before it fell. FYI, answers to all rules questions can be found in the videos, handouts, and links here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
I think maybe I am wrong but some safeties are fault because you did not touch any bank after the impact which is ball in hand, if I am wrong please let me know thanks
Many of the shots in this video are intentional fouls, where I (or my "opponent") hits the wrong ball first on purpose, which gives "ball in hand" to the other player. If you think there is a foul on any actual safety shot, please post the MM:SS timestamp.
Can you make a video on aiming strategies for multiball combos where, say, 3 or 4 balls are touching? It seems like me breaking up large clusters is random aim...
The important thing is the direction the last two balls are pointing. Beyond that, you just need to know how throw works. For pertinent videos and info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/combination/aiming/ and: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/combination/small-gap/
@@DrDaveBilliards On the prior shot, the 4 also went in with the 11, so it would remain the opponent's turn. Put it this way, if Solids were shooting and that were to happen, they would probably do an finesse safety as it would still be Solids' turn at the table.
Solids is shooting at the 4 to pocket the 4 and 11, calling safe. Stripes is now at the table, kicking at the 8. There is no safety option for stripes. Although, as you point out, if solids had called the 4 when pocketing the 11, solid would stay at the table and have a good finesse safety option.
Under the "official rules of pool," as long as you hit a legal ball first and pocket it in the called pocket, nothing else matters. To learn more, see the videos and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
On my diamond table with dirty cloth and tight pockets most of your "easy outs" would have resulted in a rattled 8 ball the way you are shooting it down table. Either you hit the far pocket face or it isn't going in skimming off the long rail at almost any speed.
Agreed. My pockets don't require as much precision as a really "tight" table does. Regardless, all the conclusions and advice in the video are still valid.
if stripes, I'd use 8 as neutral, forward english a straight shot into the 4 sinking the 11 and 4 same time in the corner then have an 8 shot in the same pocket. Takes a little skill.
If you sink the 11 AND sink the 4 AND have the 8 sneak behind the 3 a little, that could work. But is anything goes wrong, your opponent will have an easy with with have ball in hand. Hitting the 8 first as stripes is a foul.
I thought about having my "opponent" wearing a different shirt, but I wasn't in the mood to do the ridiculous number of wardrobe changes that would have been required during filming.
@@DrDaveBilliards I'm a prime example of why if you are in a tournament and a touchy situation like this occurs you should call for someone to slowmo video tape it with their phone. Solves so many arguments. Dave you should make a video of this and use me as an example. 🙂
When there is a foul (e.g., hitting the wrong ball first), your opponent gets "ball in hand." For more info, see the videos, links, and other resources here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/ Enjoy!
@@DrDaveBilliards OK, Thanks there are so many different rules nowadays being aalowed to pot opponents balls etc, I'm only really used to nine ball ( which has the European break rule as well now! ) and the good old eight ball two shots carry and one on the the black
Hence, the often-repeated analogy, "Chess vs. Checkers". And DDB, could you address whether there are some options where a stalemate might be the best play?
That's a great idea ... a follow-up video showing examples where a stalemate is unavoidable or is the best choice. I'll think about it. If you or others have any ideas, please share them here.
@@DrDaveBilliards The obvious choice is close to your example yesterday where the 8 is teetering on the pocket edge and frozen to an object ball or even a string of them. I suppose complications that would lead up to that would be more frozen balls blocking other pockets at the same time.
@@KarlsCracklingCottonMouth Did you think I missed the 4 going into the cushion. If so, look again. I did brush the 4, so it is a legal shot. FYI, the intentional fouls are on purpose. And to be clear, I am playing the role of both me and my "opponent." Is that what is causing the confusion? If you are not listening to the audio, it will probably help a lot if you did. Please let me know if I am still missing something.
@@DrDaveBilliards In this instance you were not intentionally fouling. However if you see another recent comment you will see i believe I was wrong. Love your videos. Very entertaining with a touch of humor. ❤
@@DrDaveBilliards I'm a prime example of why if you are in a tournament and a touchy situation like this occurs you should call for someone to slowmo video tape it with their phone. Solves so many arguments. Dave you should make a video of this and you me as an example. 🙂
@@DrDaveBilliards No Dave, if you go frame by frame on the shot at 2:49, you clearly hit the 8 first. the 8 moves a good couple of inches before the 4 barely moves. (and it was an example of solids running out, not an intentional foul)
"especially if you are shooting solids" DUH ~!~ the stripes are in jail. Now I'll watch the vid. Edit: upon closer inspection with the PIP view I can see that the stripes do have a shot. It's a tricky one but....... Stripes: cue on the short rail and hit it hard and break out the other 2. A bit of a "stroke of hope" to get a look at the 8 solids: cue on the short rail and hit the 3 softly making the stripe and bury the cue.
Dave, You have buckets instead of pockets on your table. The size must be incredibly bigger in comparison to regular standards. I understand it is easier to play on this table, but where is the challenge then, when these pockets will accept even not so accurate or hard shots ? Anyway i love your videos, you are doing very well. And you were my tutorial especially in years i have started playing pool.
The pockets are big, but they play much tighter than you might think, especially at fast speed. See: ruclips.net/video/XYau6pv6zaU/видео.html However the large size does make filming easier, especially slow-speed shots.
@@DrDaveBilliards It shouldn´t be innuendu to you Dave. So, please don´t take it personally. I was just surprised, because most of your videos i had seen was on 8 footer and this is the first video after couple of years from seeing your last one. I lost a touch a bit :) . So your new table and especially pockets got my attention :). But anyway your dedication to pool is extraordinary. You helped me to become better player. Thanks for your hard work.
My new 9' table (previously owned by Robert Byrne), with the bigger pocket facing angles and deeper shelf, actually plays tougher than my previous 8' table.
I love that you actually keep your missed shot attempt in. You are an amazing teacher Dr. Dave
Thanks. I'm glad you like when I miss. :)
*Contents:*
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - Options for Stripes
---- 0:47 - extract solids a little
---- 2:06 - tie up 8 with balls
---- 3:10 - send 8 in front of a pocket
---- 3:39 - move 8 to tough position
---- 4:03 - jump onto the 11
4:22 - Best Option for Stripes
5:06 - Options for Solids
---- 5:13 - pocket 11 and leave CB safe
---- 5:42 - follow 3 through the 11 with backspin
---- 6:30 - herd the 3 through the 11 with follow
---- 7:19 - pocket the 11 and leave tough shot on the 8
7:59 - Best Option for Solids
8:26 - Wrap Up
---- 8:51 - shot montage
*CORRECTION:*
- at 2:50, I hit the 8 before the 4, so the shot is a foul.
*Supporting Resources:*
- “What Would You Do?” playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLH9d4KFY28XseXlEzFOvomJvaX3uIx5sG
- end-game strategy resource page: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/strategy/end-game/
- how to deal with pocket blockers: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/pocket/blocked/
- bank and kick shot aiming systems: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/
- two-rail kick Plus System: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/plus/
- spin transfer bank shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/spin-transfer/
- bending, twisting, and stiffening kick and bank shots: ruclips.net/video/9br8xdXEs7g/видео.html
- System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS): billiards.colostate.edu/faq/sidespin/aim/saws/
- AZBilliards forum discussion: forums.azbilliards.com/threads/8-ball-stalemate.538274/
I love seeing interesting situations like these, hopefully there is more to come! Thank you for the great video
FYI, I already have a bunch of videos like this in my "What Would You Do Here?" playlist:
ruclips.net/p/PLH9d4KFY28XseXlEzFOvomJvaX3uIx5sG
Check them out.
Nice... I like the "what are the best options" format.
Me too. I'll try to do it more.
I find that such creative ideas are a must in unusual situation on the table where you have no good shot and no clear safety at hand. Thinking out of the box in pool is not a shallow inspirational quote we all got sick of already but a real game changer!
Agreed. It is challenging situations like this that help make 8-ball fun. They also give a smarter and more-experienced player an edge.
Thank you Dr Dave for your expertise 🤓🎱 this has helped tremendously
You're welcome. I'm glad you liked it.
Thank you for the great videos Dr Dave
You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)
How love how he said”i kick as good as my opponent”we can say he found his match.
I'm glad you liked that "little funny" I threw in there.
Hello Dr.Dave, a softer pool tip does not affect the quantity of spin, but the speed at which you put a certain quantity of spin on the ball, correct?
Yes. For more info, see:
billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-tip/hardness/
@@DrDaveBilliards Funny enough, I read that before commenting. Just making sure my conclusion is rational.
Here's a very creative way to win as Solids, if you have ball in hand:
Place the cue ball very close to the 3(Try not to freeze it, which would be a foul), have your forearm horizontal, and just barely drive the 3 into the 11, hoping that the 4 reaches a cushion. Even if you don't pocket the 11, your opponent will be in a world of hurt and if you pocket the 11, there is very little they can do with the 8.
If you look at the over-head view of the three balls at the beginning of the video, it doesn't appear this is a good option. You might even leave a look at the 11. Concerning pocketing the 11 with the 3, I showed many good ways to do that.
8, 4, 11 into the side with the 8 following and potting the 4 as well leaving the 8 where the 11 was blocking the 3
Thanks Dave, more gold!
You're welcome. I'm glad you think so. This is probably too advanced for most people watching instructional pool videos on RUclips, but I knew the diehard pool fans would appreciate it.
Dr Dave are you using the revo 12.9 in this video? or the 12.4?
12.4
Do you have some side exercises apart from the pool table, that would be worth a clip?Or part of some other clip where u could explain how u apply those exercises on table. For example i do little fysics, eye-hand coordination exercises and "bottle-stroke"
I don't do any exercises away from the table; although, the stroke can be practiced away from a table and in front of a mirror, using some of the ideas here:
billiards.colostate.edu/faq/drill/stroke/
👍
Solids had the percentages In its favor with the multiple options the best being the safety out. However if I’m stripes here I’m willing to live and die on the percentages of putting the 8 in front of the other corner pocket on that end of the table. If I’m shooting this I play the safety off the solids or pushing the 8 in front of the pocket if I’m stripes and just living with the percentages win or loss
As I show in the video, this is the best option for stripes, but solids is still the favorite (assuming solids is smart).
I was arguing hypotheticals, and don't remember what the advantage was to shooting this way but I have a question you might be able to explain better with your knowledge of math and physics. What was proposed was you could get a legal hit on the stripe by jumping the cue and hitting the opposite end of the stripe as though you were coming from the direction of the corner pocket and keep the cue ball on the table. I said it was impossible. If the cue rimmed the pocket and managed to stay up would be the only way. I have seen that occur with different circumstances only once ever and it baffled everyone watching. But theoretically I thought because of inertia and force needed to jump over a solid to make that hit even possible would cause the cue to scratch or leave the table. Can you elaborate on possibilities of the cue staying on the table? The person I was debating suggested meeting the stripe ball on the opposite side and rail at the same time could cause the cue to compress the rail enough to allow the cue to rebound towards the table. But to me it seems absolutely farfetched as that force required to make the suggested hit wouldn't allow the cue to slow enough to hit the exact face of the rail where it angles. Thus it should either scratch or leave the table entirely. I'm sorry for being long winded in explanation, but can you elaborate on what is possible by trying that particular jump shot?
I think it is possible to jump into the 11, pocket the ball, and keep the CB on the table (my example in the video was close), but it is not a practical technique.
@@DrDaveBilliards Ok. That I can agree with. It is extremely difficult as you said not practical. It would require precision almost uncanny. I think the distance between balls is so condensed one would have to hit both other balls near simultaneously after legal contact to allow it to drop on the table. With that in mind I do have one more question. As you could see the attempt you had was caused to leave the table by contact with the 3 propelling it towards its generally original path or a quick reversal within a 90 degree limit of contact between the two condensed objects. Even if the hit of both solid balls occurred at the exact same time would one have to theoretically have started with topspin on the cue to keep it on the table? Or would backspin be correct? I'm questioning throw mechanics as spin should be transferred with contact, but the spaces I am seeing and the quick contact between many balls while in the air doesn't translate to something I'm familiar with, as I'm more aware of the practicalities when the ball is in motion along the same spacial plane.
Honestly, I don't have much interest in discussing things that are not of much practical value, but I think a little backspin would help.
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Efren GOaT lucky! :)
"The more i practice the more i am lucky"
~ *_Efren bata reyes_*
@@jc_boy4718 He GOaT lucky! :)
@@DrDaveBilliards yep, 100% Practice 200% Success lucky rate ;)
@@jc_boy4718 smarter practice = faster and better success
Very good video. Are you ever going to attempt a straight pool record. Like something GeniPool does
I'll probably try to reach 100 some day, but it isn't a high priority for me (although, it would be a fun challenge).
I haven't tried much straight pool before. My current high-run (from my recent "Run Your Age Challenge") is 57:
ruclips.net/video/XM7YAZ-WgBc/видео.html
I'm sure I can do much better with a little straight pool practice.
What are all of those white dots on this beautiful pool table?
billiards.colostate.edu/faq/training/teaching/
DrDave, can you provide info on what fixture you are using to light your table?
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@@DrDaveBilliards Thanks, this is brilliant, no pun intended :)
I wanted to know one 8 ball rules that i shot 8 ball and 8 ball stop very close to pocket almost pot then opponent play a shot on his ball and 8 ball is down on pocket with out any touch then what next
I will win or 8 ball again stood near the pocket
A ball that falls into a pocket on its own is replaced in the position it was before it fell. FYI, answers to all rules questions can be found in the videos, handouts, and links here:
billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
I think maybe I am wrong but some safeties are fault because you did not touch any bank after the impact which is ball in hand, if I am wrong please let me know thanks
Many of the shots in this video are intentional fouls, where I (or my "opponent") hits the wrong ball first on purpose, which gives "ball in hand" to the other player. If you think there is a foul on any actual safety shot, please post the MM:SS timestamp.
Can you make a video on aiming strategies for multiball combos where, say, 3 or 4 balls are touching? It seems like me breaking up large clusters is random aim...
The important thing is the direction the last two balls are pointing. Beyond that, you just need to know how throw works. For pertinent videos and info, see:
billiards.colostate.edu/faq/combination/aiming/
and:
billiards.colostate.edu/faq/combination/small-gap/
Muito bom 👏👏
Thanks!
3:20 Actually, in that case, your opponent could play a finesse safe as the 4 also went in with the 11.
The opponent is stripes (shooting the 8), so I am not sure what you mean.
@@DrDaveBilliards
On the prior shot, the 4 also went in with the 11, so it would remain the opponent's turn.
Put it this way, if Solids were shooting and that were to happen, they would probably do an finesse safety as it would still be Solids' turn at the table.
Solids is shooting at the 4 to pocket the 4 and 11, calling safe. Stripes is now at the table, kicking at the 8. There is no safety option for stripes. Although, as you point out, if solids had called the 4 when pocketing the 11, solid would stay at the table and have a good finesse safety option.
Hello everyone. I am new to pool. So, can you hit your opponent’s ball? Like I could use their ball to knock in mine ?
Under the "official rules of pool," as long as you hit a legal ball first and pocket it in the called pocket, nothing else matters. To learn more, see the videos and info here:
billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@@DrDaveBilliards Thanks Dr. Dave!
On my diamond table with dirty cloth and tight pockets most of your "easy outs" would have resulted in a rattled 8 ball the way you are shooting it down table. Either you hit the far pocket face or it isn't going in skimming off the long rail at almost any speed.
Agreed. My pockets don't require as much precision as a really "tight" table does. Regardless, all the conclusions and advice in the video are still valid.
I guess a guy needs to bring his A game , to navigate those situations , it almost becomes a chess match . Great video Dr . Dave !
Thanks. I’m glad you liked it.
I'm curious as to how this scenario would play out if the 8 was in the 11's spot.
See the first video here:
billiards.colostate.edu/faq/strategy/end-game/
if stripes, I'd use 8 as neutral, forward english a straight shot into the 4 sinking the 11 and 4 same time in the corner then have an 8 shot in the same pocket. Takes a little skill.
If you sink the 11 AND sink the 4 AND have the 8 sneak behind the 3 a little, that could work. But is anything goes wrong, your opponent will have an easy with with have ball in hand. Hitting the 8 first as stripes is a foul.
👍🏻
Your opponent is a great shot!
I think i have seen them before 🤔
I'll tell him you said so. Thanks! :)
I thought about having my "opponent" wearing a different shirt, but I wasn't in the mood to do the ridiculous number of wardrobe changes that would have been required during filming.
@@DrDaveBilliards yes that would have been lots of work!
However well done!
Really got to hope the opponent gives you another chance at the table!
8:20 That lockup safety attempt was a fail to hit your ball. You would have given up ball in hand because your cue ball didn't touch the 4 lol.
Actually I just watched it back in slow speed (I watch videos at 2x speed) and I may be wrong. I think it might be clean.
Watch again. The CB did brush the 4 on the way to the cushion.
@@DrDaveBilliards I agree ❤
@@DrDaveBilliards I'm a prime example of why if you are in a tournament and a touchy situation like this occurs you should call for someone to slowmo video tape it with their phone. Solves so many arguments. Dave you should make a video of this and use me as an example. 🙂
I don't get this, you are moving the cue ball after hitting the object ball
When there is a foul (e.g., hitting the wrong ball first), your opponent gets "ball in hand." For more info, see the videos, links, and other resources here:
billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
Enjoy!
@@DrDaveBilliards OK, Thanks there are so many different rules nowadays being aalowed to pot opponents balls etc, I'm only really used to nine ball ( which has the European break rule as well now! ) and the good old eight ball two shots carry and one on the the black
Great info, and another reason I do not play 8 ball.😂
Thanks. This is one of the reasons I do like 8-ball! It has more creative-option possibilities.
Hence, the often-repeated analogy, "Chess vs. Checkers".
And DDB, could you address whether there are some options where a stalemate might be the best play?
That's a great idea ... a follow-up video showing examples where a stalemate is unavoidable or is the best choice. I'll think about it. If you or others have any ideas, please share them here.
@@DrDaveBilliards The obvious choice is close to your example yesterday where the 8 is teetering on the pocket edge and frozen to an object ball or even a string of them. I suppose complications that would lead up to that would be more frozen balls blocking other pockets at the same time.
That's the only one I've been able to come up with so far where there is no possible advantage to either player to proceed.
I think you hit the 8 first around the 2:54 mark. Good video nonetheless 😊
Another foul at 8:20
@@KarlsCracklingCottonMouth Did you think I missed the 4 going into the cushion. If so, look again. I did brush the 4, so it is a legal shot. FYI, the intentional fouls are on purpose. And to be clear, I am playing the role of both me and my "opponent." Is that what is causing the confusion? If you are not listening to the audio, it will probably help a lot if you did. Please let me know if I am still missing something.
@@DrDaveBilliards In this instance you were not intentionally fouling. However if you see another recent comment you will see i believe I was wrong. Love your videos. Very entertaining with a touch of humor. ❤
@@DrDaveBilliards I'm a prime example of why if you are in a tournament and a touchy situation like this occurs you should call for someone to slowmo video tape it with their phone. Solves so many arguments. Dave you should make a video of this and you me as an example. 🙂
@@DrDaveBilliards No Dave, if you go frame by frame on the shot at 2:49, you clearly hit the 8 first. the 8 moves a good couple of inches before the 4 barely moves. (and it was an example of solids running out, not an intentional foul)
"especially if you are shooting solids"
DUH ~!~ the stripes are in jail. Now I'll watch the vid.
Edit: upon closer inspection with the PIP view I can see that the stripes do have a shot. It's a tricky one but.......
Stripes: cue on the short rail and hit it hard and break out the other 2. A bit of a "stroke of hope" to get a look at the 8
solids: cue on the short rail and hit the 3 softly making the stripe and bury the cue.
Can someone tell me how to watch professional pool these days?
There's a lot of great matches available on RUclips. Many are linked here:
billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-matches/
Enjoy!
@@DrDaveBilliards are there any cable channels or professional leagues to keep up with during the year?
@@ryant390 There is no pool on cable TV, but many tournaments are steamed live online. Matchroom Sports offers their stuff via live stream.
2:49 you hit the 8 first
Agreed. Good eye.
Billardian Rhapsody
Dave, You have buckets instead of pockets on your table. The size must be incredibly bigger in comparison to regular standards. I understand it is easier to play on this table, but where is the challenge then, when these pockets will accept even not so accurate or hard shots ? Anyway i love your videos, you are doing very well. And you were my tutorial especially in years i have started playing pool.
The pockets are big, but they play much tighter than you might think, especially at fast speed. See:
ruclips.net/video/XYau6pv6zaU/видео.html
However the large size does make filming easier, especially slow-speed shots.
@@DrDaveBilliards It shouldn´t be innuendu to you Dave. So, please don´t take it personally. I was just surprised, because most of your videos i had seen was on 8 footer and this is the first video after couple of years from seeing your last one. I lost a touch a bit :) . So your new table and especially pockets got my attention :). But anyway your dedication to pool is extraordinary. You helped me to become better player. Thanks for your hard work.
My new 9' table (previously owned by Robert Byrne), with the bigger pocket facing angles and deeper shelf, actually plays tougher than my previous 8' table.
APA rules would be ball in hand
In case it wasn't clear, I was also playing the role of my "opponent," and was taking ball in hand after every intentional wrong-ball-first foul.
... or were you referring to a particular shot? If so, please post the MM:SS timestamp.
I put my alert setting on your channel , I can’t afford not to watch ! ha
If you really want to do your “homework,” check out some of the 460+ videos already on my channel:
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Just like in chess... so many options.
That's one thing that makes pool so cool.