When I look back at matches that I lose, it often comes down to making the wrong decision and I see it in hindsight. So decision making videos are awesome!
I always like to see how pros handle certain tough shots and I also would like to know what are the pros percentages on tough pots. Another thing I always wondered was at what percentage do pros turn down shots. I think amateurs go for shots that are 50% instead of playing a safe and that costs us a lot of games.
I have seen more times than not, the person that starts the safety, usually ends up with a harder safety played back at them. They should of just played the bank shot or whatever and continued to play.
I'm all for the "good, bad and ugly" analysis of pro players' shot choices 👍🏼👍🏼 personally I'd still go for the 3 rails to ease the pressure on the 9 ball but Filler is such a strong potter.
Same with me, three rails is a shot I see and shot extremely well. But I am certainly not going to question Filler. The point is that everyone has strengths and weaknesses to their game. My strength, one of them, is hitting that shot three rails and getting easier position on the nine, especially if the table is playing fast and I don't have to hit the ball hard to get around the table.
Hi Karl, another great video. I guess Filler figured at least I’ll be getting a shot at the 9 instead of taking a chance on missing the 7 . Ps. Whenever I leave myself a difficult winning shot, I think of it as my opponent missed and I am happy just to have a chance at pocketing the ball.
I think a lot of amateurs don't see the layouts the same as the pros. As an amateur myself I watch you guys play tons of matches and I seen Efron many times use all of the table whereas I see it totally different and would have chosen a shot that landed me harder on the next ball. Love this video!!!!
One of the other pool players I follow on RUclips made a really good point, which applies to amateurs like me, watching this video: If you haven't practiced and mastered a particularly hard shot, don't assume you will magically be able to pull it it off, during a match. It's like never slam dunking a basketball, but you try it in a game, anyway, then wonder why you were 2 feet short of the rim!
Love this style of video, but honestly, I was hoping you will analyze the 6 ball shot. Lots of amateurs (me including) have problems with identifying when a bank/kick is profitable and when it isn't. I now understand that 8 ball makes the pocket play bigger but would probably not choose to play the bank in that situation.
I might have been more tempted to play the 6-9 combo there, even though that was a tough shot too. I find a lot of beginner/intermediates will try banks that's they have no shot at. I have won many a game in my league after thinking I've sold out the game only to see my opponent pass up a makable cut for a very low percentage bank.
To be fair, I enjoy all of your videos including this one. They all have some bit of knowledge that I can take away and learn from. As for the shot, I know my weaknesses and would have definitely played that shot to pot the ball and give myself a shot on the 9. I do that often. It's not flashy and doesn't cause the crowds to cheer, but it keeps me at the table. Thanks again for another cool video.
I like banking that 7 cross corner, playing it short, and playing the cue ball to the opposite end rail. I win a lot of 9-ball games with that shot. If I make the bank I win, if I miss it the 9 goes to the middle of the end rail and I still probably win from there. The shot Filler played on the 9 I probably would play safe also, either overcut the corner and put the cue ball in the middle of the top rail, or bank the 9 straight back to the middle of the top rail.
Loved this video! Always struggle with these types of situations. On this specific shot I usually opt to hit it hard and end up hanging the shot. Or in a similar situation when I am closer try and put too much speed and spin on it and end up with a great leave but missed the shot. Awesome video hope to see more like it.
KARL sir can you please make a video on how to the increments in between the diamond segments. Like for example 10, 20, the increments in between 20 , like 20, 21 22, 23, all the way to 30 which is the next diamond. Your help would be great
Hey my man. Lovely video yet again. I would love this coaching type videos where you see a real life shot and then you break it down on the dos and don'ts...simple. #MuchLove my man #HeyPoolFans #PoolLife #PoolLifeSundays Ps tiktok? 🤦🏻♂️😄
Couldn’t agree more. I only play league pool but say to our players look around more at the table and play the right shot.. even if you play it bad as we all do but at least it was the right shot.. look forward to bumping into you one day somewhere q’s or somewhere one time with my good old friend Tony Preston
My thought was that he would have played the shot with hi-left, come around three rails and shot the 9 in the opposite corner. That would have required more power and increased the chances of missing the ball though, and also why I don't get paid to play pool sadly lol. Great Vid Karl, keep them coming!!
Great video. As a beginner player, I attempt ambitious shots just to get position on the next one and end up missing. It's much better to focus as well as possible on the current shot. It's not a bad thing to accept a less than ideal position on the next shot if it increases the percentages on the current shot. Will try to keep that in mind a bit more from now on.
Banking the 6 into the eight was the key shot. He got a little fortunate, which happens from time to time in nine ball, if the 6 would not have dropped he would have had a kick or jump. But Filler is a beast so he probably would've gotten out anyway
I spend some time training those long distance 8/9 ball shots so I can feel sure if ai leave myself with a guaranteed pocketing but harder finisher. Def would go for Josh's approach.
Hey Karl .. I would have probably hit low right to insure the pot , and most likely not had a quality shot on the 9 ..ha ! I like your idea here ..this interactive thing ..like what would you do ? Thanks
I probably would have smashed it like you said. I am starting to learn from you and Darren and Niels to accept a more difficult shot on the next ball to ensure I pocket the ball I'm working on currently. It StArTiNg to get through my thick skull.
Another great video bud! I think if fuller has some buffer room he probably would have smashed it a bit more to get nicer on the 9! 👍 for the good bad and ugly. We all watch the pros it’s a great way to learn.
Videos like that are always very helpful. I think even more than the "what not to do" ones. Luckily for me I have experienced players around me to show me things like that. P.S. I still would have missed the 7 ball even with a softer stroke. Probably the 9 as well. :D
Hey Karl great video again! Just wanted to ask where do you get these cool nineball hoodies from do you have something like a merch shop or is there going to be something like that in the future? Greetings from Germany
The thing for me is just consistency. Sometimes I play so good like a pro and the other day I play like rubbish. I think that is the biggest difference between amateurs and pro's. If you play almost weekly under pressure and play tournaments, that will make the difference in the end. And of course decision-making will improve your game if you are playing for something.
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife What's the fun if you don't play tough shots. I play amateur tournaments and adrenaline and praise of other players after scoring tough shots trumps occasional game loss.
Great content Karl ,i would like to see more videos like this one. In this case i would just try to pot the seven with some top spin not too hard hit and leave myslef on the table.
Its called balance sequence of pattern. Instead of raising the percentages at 9 ball but lowering them at 7 ball he prefered keeping both more or less even..
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife they're honestly inspiring moments. Gives us as players something to strive for. To get to a level of routine in your game, subconscious ability over arbitrary thoughts.
I liked the video. I am a low level amateur so was thinking it might be beneficial to not only talk about the shot that was taken but also why another shot was not taken for instance in this shot the concern was scratching in the side so why didn't he play it with bottom right to try to get back down table for a shot to the bottom left pocket or bottom right two rails for a shot into the bottom right pocket?
I prefer the 4.5 inch pockets for table play fairness. Too many shots get kicked out when you need to hit a firm shot on 4 inch pockets when you need to get back down table.
Typically, you play to increase yer chances on the next ball. In this case, the 9 is center table ... You play to pot the 7 first, increase yer chances of finish --- by making a "safe" pot. Once the 7 is in, then you can play from anywhere on the table. Meaning -- don't get stupid in this type of play (as big as the match was!). To see the shot (as the player) may change things a little but ya don't know till yer the one behind the ball. May have hit that with a lil draw somewhat looking for less of an angle on the 9. :) Obviously, the right shot was made by Filler at the time; others may have played it differently. Doesn't mean it's wrong unless a negative results comes of the choice. Simplicity in pressure situations most likely will give ya the next shot. Love it!!! Be Safe
As an amateur, I would have tried the shot using a lot of right English to get the cue ball across the table and below the side pocket, seems to be a medium pace shotthrowing the ball slightly into the pocket. I know I am wrong, but why?
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife yes, it let's me hit the ball a little fuller, and softer, the spin pulls the ball back past the side pocket and I only need to get across the table.
I think he played it perfectly. Hitting the 7 harder makes it very mis able and if he was feeling like he could make any shot then he made the right move. Every game the player may feel different about the shots. We all been there and seen players taking allot of time on a simple shot,,just because it bothers them for some reason??? And other times just shooting hard shots in with NO thought.
The shot you demonstrated is one of my favorites. I just used it today during a local 9B tournament 2 times in a row on a difficult table layout. I had to play against a sharking jerk and did not want to give him any break. Beat him 4/1 and 4/0. I don't have the words nor ability to explain it like you do, other than to take that longer leave/shot at that angle for high outside spin out. It's not easy, but it works. Thanks for the demo
I would rather miss the 7 trying to be 100% on the 9 since i would leave the 7 and 9 instead of having a tricky 9 which i would miss and leave it on the pocket
Angles are always weird on video, but it looks like low left english with a bit better than medium speed would bring the cue right down to the near side for an easy shot lower left corner.
Does Match Room pay you enough just hang out between events? If so, do you ever think about practicing and playing events again now that the prize money is increasing?
All you pros have a great ability to pot yourself out of trouble so to make sure of the pot seems to make sense so at least the 9 ball is in your own hands👍
This is good stuff. Just pocket the 7 to insure a shot on the 9 knowing it'll be a tester cut or low right the cue ball to get closer to the 9 for an easier tester? Me? I would have low righted the cue ball on the 7 for the risk/reward of the shot. I'm a more aggressive player.
Analyze one of your favorite wins/run outs and talk us through the shots. Set the balls up the same and do it again! I think everyone would dig that!
Chris Mellings run out since you had his awful miss in this video! Cmon Karl!
When I look back at matches that I lose, it often comes down to making the wrong decision and I see it in hindsight. So decision making videos are awesome!
More to come Shaun
Absolutely! That's some of the best information for amateurs
Great video. Keep ‘‘em coming. I agree. It’s a great way to learn.
Could you play low right spin? Maybe draw it back along the same rail? I dunno, I'm an AMATURE!
Great video, Karl! Love this style of videos! 😎
I love these style of video's, I really enjoy hearing about what the pros are thinking about when there at the table
Thanks Raymond more
To come
I always like to see how pros handle certain tough shots and I also would like to know what are the pros percentages on tough pots. Another thing I always wondered was at what percentage do pros turn down shots. I think amateurs go for shots that are 50% instead of playing a safe and that costs us a lot of games.
I have seen more times than not, the person that starts the safety, usually ends up with a harder safety played back at them. They should of just played the bank shot or whatever and continued to play.
Anything less than 60%
I'm all for the "good, bad and ugly" analysis of pro players' shot choices 👍🏼👍🏼 personally I'd still go for the 3 rails to ease the pressure on the 9 ball but Filler is such a strong potter.
Thanks a lot pal
Same with me, three rails is a shot I see and shot extremely well. But I am certainly not going to question Filler. The point is that everyone has strengths and weaknesses to their game. My strength, one of them, is hitting that shot three rails and getting easier position on the nine, especially if the table is playing fast and I don't have to hit the ball hard to get around the table.
Hi Karl, another great video. I guess Filler figured at least I’ll be getting a shot at the 9 instead of taking a chance on missing the 7 . Ps. Whenever I leave myself a difficult winning shot, I think of it as my opponent missed and I am happy just to have a chance at pocketing the ball.
I like this though process! Good one!
I think a lot of amateurs don't see the layouts the same as the pros. As an amateur myself I watch you guys play tons of matches and I seen Efron many times use all of the table whereas I see it totally different and would have chosen a shot that landed me harder on the next ball. Love this video!!!!
Keep watching it will all sink in one day hahaha thanks
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife it's hard to play anything like the magician. He was truly one of a kind
Great point Karl! I like this type of videos and I am sure you can produce very good quality material in this format. This is very helpful. Thank you
Great video of perfect instructions I love that style keep it up 👍
Thank you!! Very helpful!!! Really enjoy this type of insite and tutotidge. Much appreciated!!!!
One of the other pool players I follow on RUclips made a really good point, which applies to amateurs like me, watching this video: If you haven't practiced and mastered a particularly hard shot, don't assume you will magically be able to pull it it off, during a match. It's like never slam dunking a basketball, but you try it in a game, anyway, then wonder why you were 2 feet short of the rim!
Thanks for the good content, Karl.
Great video. Love these vids about mental game and decisions as often these don't get much attention which is a shame. Keep'em coming.
Thanks Daric
I like this way of teaching pool. Drills are all well and good, but making the smart shot is paramount.
these are fantastic videos as you explain what is happening on big matches as well 👊
Thanks Tim
I might have played it the same way but I would have thought that an elite player like Joshua would have hit it harder. Thanks for showing me this!
Love this style of video, but honestly, I was hoping you will analyze the 6 ball shot. Lots of amateurs (me including) have problems with identifying when a bank/kick is profitable and when it isn't. I now understand that 8 ball makes the pocket play bigger but would probably not choose to play the bank in that situation.
I might have been more tempted to play the 6-9 combo there, even though that was a tough shot too. I find a lot of beginner/intermediates will try banks that's they have no shot at. I have won many a game in my league after thinking I've sold out the game only to see my opponent pass up a makable cut for a very low percentage bank.
Love it. Showing whats makes a difference in a match🙃
To be fair, I enjoy all of your videos including this one. They all have some bit of knowledge that I can take away and learn from.
As for the shot, I know my weaknesses and would have definitely played that shot to pot the ball and give myself a shot on the 9. I do that often. It's not flashy and doesn't cause the crowds to cheer, but it keeps me at the table.
Thanks again for another cool video.
Excellent point about decision making. God knows it's true.
Thanks
I like banking that 7 cross corner, playing it short, and playing the cue ball to the opposite end rail. I win a lot of 9-ball games with that shot. If I make the bank I win, if I miss it the 9 goes to the middle of the end rail and I still probably win from there. The shot Filler played on the 9 I probably would play safe also, either overcut the corner and put the cue ball in the middle of the top rail, or bank the 9 straight back to the middle of the top rail.
Please do more of these Karl. Ty.
Will do Larry
Nice touch adding the clip of Melling missing a sitter after the ribbing he gave you after the missed 8 lol
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Love it! Keep it on like that!
Loved this video! Always struggle with these types of situations. On this specific shot I usually opt to hit it hard and end up hanging the shot. Or in a similar situation when I am closer try and put too much speed and spin on it and end up with a great leave but missed the shot. Awesome video hope to see more like it.
Yes, I like this subject matter. Shot choice is more than 50% of the game. Thanks good Sir...
Love these coaching type of vifdeos.
I like this type of a lesson.
I've got great confidence in making that type of shot hitting rail first .you can get lots more cue ball travel .
KARL sir can you please make a video on how to the increments in between the diamond segments. Like for example 10, 20, the increments in between 20 , like 20, 21 22, 23, all the way to 30 which is the next diamond. Your help would be great
6:54 "and guarantee yourself.... a shot like that, that's a horrible shot " 😂😂😂
I do like the good, the bad, the ugly. I find it practical.
Thanks bro
I enjoyed the video and commentary. Thanks.
Thank you
Love the videos. I like these kinds of lessons and if I'm honest I probably would have played the harder shot.
Love these kinds of videos. The little details are what add up to a complete game, so the more you break it down the better.
Hey my man. Lovely video yet again. I would love this coaching type videos where you see a real life shot and then you break it down on the dos and don'ts...simple. #MuchLove my man #HeyPoolFans #PoolLife #PoolLifeSundays
Ps tiktok? 🤦🏻♂️😄
Couldn’t agree more.
I only play league pool but say to our players look around more at the table and play the right shot.. even if you play it bad as we all do but at least it was the right shot.. look forward to bumping into you one day somewhere q’s or somewhere one time with my good old friend Tony Preston
My thought was that he would have played the shot with hi-left, come around three rails and shot the 9 in the opposite corner. That would have required more power and increased the chances of missing the ball though, and also why I don't get paid to play pool sadly lol. Great Vid Karl, keep them coming!!
Thanks Ian hahaha
Excellent video. Great insight.
Thanks means a lot
Great video. As a beginner player, I attempt ambitious shots just to get position on the next one and end up missing. It's much better to focus as well as possible on the current shot. It's not a bad thing to accept a less than ideal position on the next shot if it increases the percentages on the current shot.
Will try to keep that in mind a bit more from now on.
Love theses types of videos
yeah Karl, I like these kinds of videos
Banking the 6 into the eight was the key shot. He got a little fortunate, which happens from time to time in nine ball, if the 6 would not have dropped he would have had a kick or jump. But Filler is a beast so he probably would've gotten out anyway
Great Video, keep it up Karl.
Thanks so much
I spend some time training those long distance 8/9 ball shots so I can feel sure if ai leave myself with a guaranteed pocketing but harder finisher. Def would go for Josh's approach.
Hey Karl .. I would have probably hit low right to insure the pot , and most likely not had a quality shot on the 9 ..ha ! I like your idea here ..this interactive thing ..like what would you do ? Thanks
I probably would have smashed it like you said. I am starting to learn from you and Darren and Niels to accept a more difficult shot on the next ball to ensure I pocket the ball I'm working on currently. It StArTiNg to get through my thick skull.
Another great video bud! I think if fuller has some buffer room he probably would have smashed it a bit more to get nicer on the 9! 👍 for the good bad and ugly. We all watch the pros it’s a great way to learn.
Talk about the "sorry/guilty" hand gesture. Most of the amateurs lose frame/match because of that in tense situations like this
He is talking about Johsua Effin Filler! He is a great shot maker!
Great content.
Videos like that are always very helpful. I think even more than the "what not to do" ones. Luckily for me I have experienced players around me to show me things like that.
P.S. I still would have missed the 7 ball even with a softer stroke. Probably the 9 as well. :D
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Hey Karl great video again! Just wanted to ask where do you get these cool nineball hoodies from do you have something like a merch shop or is there going to be something like that in the future?
Greetings from Germany
love the example and the thought process. but, i am wondering about playing that shot woth draw for position in opposite lower corner?
great analysis. thanks for the insight. also, is it laundry day?
🤣🤣🤣 got me lol
Love everything you do
Thank you for another great video pal
Yes more of these please!- when are the painters due in by the way?😜
The thing for me is just consistency. Sometimes I play so good like a pro and the other day I play like rubbish. I think that is the biggest difference between amateurs and pro's. If you play almost weekly under pressure and play tournaments, that will make the difference in the end. And of course decision-making will improve your game if you are playing for something.
Shot selection is key
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife What's the fun if you don't play tough shots. I play amateur tournaments and adrenaline and praise of other players after scoring tough shots trumps occasional game loss.
Great content Karl ,i would like to see more videos like this one. In this case i would just try to pot the seven with some top spin not too hard hit and leave myslef on the table.
Thanks for the video Karl now I think Emily wants here sweater back bro
🤣 will give it her next week 💪🏻
Great! Keep them coming (y)
Kick shot could really help move the cue ball for the nine.
Take what the table gives you. Dont force whats already there. Take the tougher longer shot
Its called balance sequence of pattern.
Instead of raising the percentages at 9 ball but lowering them at 7 ball he prefered keeping both more or less even..
Enjoy this style a lot. Its always good to learn
"I feel like I have no chance"
Makes the ball
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@@KarlBoyesPoolLife they're honestly inspiring moments. Gives us as players something to strive for. To get to a level of routine in your game, subconscious ability over arbitrary thoughts.
Learning to take what the table gives you is a hard thing to do sometimes
Agree
I liked the video. I am a low level amateur so was thinking it might be beneficial to not only talk about the shot that was taken but also why another shot was not taken for instance in this shot the concern was scratching in the side so why didn't he play it with bottom right to try to get back down table for a shot to the bottom left pocket or bottom right two rails for a shot into the bottom right pocket?
I've learned alot just by watching professionals, and other players of my level. I just suck...
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karl, can the kick shot on 7 be a valid solution? (Long cushion - 7ball - short cushion - long cushion and pot 9 ball in the left side )
I prefer the 4.5 inch pockets for table play fairness. Too many shots get kicked out when you need to hit a firm shot on 4 inch pockets when you need to get back down table.
I would’ve played bottom right … just my style I guess … everyone has their favorite way of playing
Rule #1, make the ball!
Typically, you play to increase yer chances on the next ball. In this case, the 9 is center table ... You play to pot the 7 first, increase yer chances of finish --- by making a "safe" pot. Once the 7 is in, then you can play from anywhere on the table. Meaning -- don't get stupid in this type of play (as big as the match was!). To see the shot (as the player) may change things a little but ya don't know till yer the one behind the ball. May have hit that with a lil draw somewhat looking for less of an angle on the 9. :) Obviously, the right shot was made by Filler at the time; others may have played it differently. Doesn't mean it's wrong unless a negative results comes of the choice. Simplicity in pressure situations most likely will give ya the next shot. Love it!!! Be Safe
Had to throw Chris’s missed 9 in there 🤣
Pool is a game of experience. As a beginner 2/3 of my defeats are due to a lack of experience, not because my opponent outplay me.
As an amateur, I would have tried the shot using a lot of right English to get the cue ball across the table and below the side pocket, seems to be a medium pace shotthrowing the ball slightly into the pocket. I know I am wrong, but why?
You would of used right spin ?
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife yes, it let's me hit the ball a little fuller, and softer, the spin pulls the ball back past the side pocket and I only need to get across the table.
What were you pointing at when you said "little boys"?
lol
I think he played it perfectly. Hitting the 7 harder makes it very mis able and if he was feeling like he could make any shot then he made the right move. Every game the player may feel different about the shots.
We all been there and seen players taking allot of time on a simple shot,,just because it bothers them for some reason??? And other times just shooting hard shots in with NO thought.
Please I need advise on making better decisions. I am always regretting my decision after I shoot.
Could you not go off the long rail by the 7 with high right and go off the short rail then opposite long rail and play the 9 in the other pocket?
hey Karl can u please help me , where can i buy Simonis Cloth? im from Denmark
Amazon May stock it tbf
The shot you demonstrated is one of my favorites. I just used it today during a local 9B tournament 2 times in a row on a difficult table layout. I had to play against a sharking jerk and did not want to give him any break. Beat him 4/1 and 4/0. I don't have the words nor ability to explain it like you do, other than to take that longer leave/shot at that angle for high outside spin out. It's not easy, but it works. Thanks for the demo
I would rather miss the 7 trying to be 100% on the 9 since i would leave the 7 and 9 instead of having a tricky 9 which i would miss and leave it on the pocket
I probably would’ve hit harder to get easier on the nine. Knowing me with my love of drawing, I might’ve fancied a draw shot lowkey😂
I'd go for the same shot
Angles are always weird on video, but it looks like low left english with a bit better than medium speed would bring the cue right down to the near side for an easy shot lower left corner.
*points down - cough cough*..."the little boys". lol this guy.
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The cloths/pockets at my club, I’d probably have played a safety!
From the title, I thought this was going to be an Earl Strickland commentary.
what about playing it off the rail leaving a little more angle on the 9ball?
Sometimes you have to just pocket the ball and take your medicine on the next vs trying to do too much and botching the pocket/position or both.
Correct bro
That's nice choice making is better, sometimes you just have to leave yourself with a shot on the next Ball 🎱
Does Match Room pay you enough just hang out between events? If so, do you ever think about practicing and playing events again now that the prize money is increasing?
Chasing the media dream me now bro 💪🏻 new challenge in life ( got the T shirt and all that)
Never say never to playing some kinda comp again tho
@@KarlBoyesPoolLife Thanks for the quick reply Karl - best of luck!
All you pros have a great ability to pot yourself out of trouble so to make sure of the pot seems to make sense so at least the 9 ball is in your own hands👍
This is good stuff. Just pocket the 7 to insure a shot on the 9 knowing it'll be a tester cut or low right the cue ball to get closer to the 9 for an easier tester? Me? I would have low righted the cue ball on the 7 for the risk/reward of the shot. I'm a more aggressive player.