I use a micro fiber rag, before each break I wipe the ball off. I hardly see skids anymore. Better chalk also helps. But it's the chalk on the cue ball from over chalking leaving extra on the cue. You can tap the side of your cue to remove some of the extra. But if you wipe the cue off before each game does wonders. Older balls from cheep manufacturers also can make balls skid, and this does happen more at certain angles with a certain cue ball spin.
@OnTheSnap23 минут бұрын
I typically use the same cloth between racks or sometimes between touchy shots. Helps me settle and reset. My Taom chalk is awesome, and I doubt it contributes to skid issues. Agreed on the presence of other chalk, or older balls/cheapness. I think more often than not, it's a spin/stroke thing.
@oldmancrunchy2 сағат бұрын
Hey! Idk if you're IN Colorado, but next time, hit me up!
@OnTheSnap24 минут бұрын
I am in Colorado. Hit me up at [email protected] if you want to meet up or something.
@poolhalljunky3 сағат бұрын
Recommendation….put some kind of light music behind the video. Nothing fancy. Just something to fill the void… Advice…it’s not enough to know when to play safe, you must force yourself to play the safe. It’s real easy to tell yourself…”eh, I can make it….” Sure, u could, but a safe during some instances are almost a guaranteed BnH or to keep control 100% in ur favor. Also, focus more on your focus. Redundancy, yes, but nerves play a huge role in pool and you’re making dumb tiny mistakes you wouldn’t if u focus blocking out everything. Keep practicing and shoot well!
@OnTheSnap26 минут бұрын
I've experimented with background music before, and it wasn't well-received by most of my community. I felt like it might be a nice touch, but it turned out more people were distracted by its presence than disturbed by silence. Safeties are high on my list of priorities in training. They're coming together for sure. "Don't make dumb mistakes." Noted, lol.
@enigmaxn8er11 сағат бұрын
Made ya shoot the 8 with Ball in hand, damn Drew
@danielflack136912 сағат бұрын
LOL (not) you are human !! Im still battling that
@OnTheSnap4 сағат бұрын
Let me know if you figure it out. The whole humanness thing is a drag sometimes 🤪
@BasecampBilliards14 сағат бұрын
Ladies face 7:59 lol
@OnTheSnap4 сағат бұрын
haha cracked me up when I saw it in the video
@cosc13715 сағат бұрын
Proves that you're human . Family is something that is easy to take for granted, and having family, especially your dad show up is such an amazing thing. I do tell my opponent when I am going to the bathroom, but I do tell them that they can keep shooting. I do not believe in having my opponent wait unless they want to because I do not want them losing their rhythm.
@OnTheSnap4 сағат бұрын
Ryu! Missed you around here. These were silly losses, but I'm pretty happy with the overall play, so I'm not losing any sleep over it. Great thoughts about family. It really is special. The bathroom thing kinda threw me, but I don't think it messed with my game in any appreciable way. Agreed about respecting their inning/rhythm.
@cosc1373 сағат бұрын
@@OnTheSnapGetting over a back to back flu. Not fun. Stay healthy, Anthony.
@OnTheSnap22 минут бұрын
@@cosc137 Ah jeez. Feel better soon! Lots of content for you in the past few weeks in case you need something to watch while you're recovering ;)
@anthonycataldi60916 сағат бұрын
I enjoyed the game and liked seeing myself in the room watching.ha Love dad
@OnTheSnap14 сағат бұрын
Haha nice one. Love you, too.
@georgepotter353Күн бұрын
I normally wait on an opponent to take the bathroom break as lipoma as they tell me, but if they rack and leave without saying anything, and I’m in stroke, I’ll ask their scorekeeper “continue” ? And go from there. I’ve only had one person say something about me breaking and shooting. I told them that they didn’t invite me to go with them so how was I to know ? Game two been there, done that. Easy to see the entire time that you thought you were trying to regroup but you were really talking yourself into that miss. Focused entirely on what how did I do this to myself again and whatcould go wrong. Been there, done that many times.
@OnTheSnap23 сағат бұрын
"Didn't invite me to go with" hahaha I can remember to ask another member of their team if I should continue - I like that idea. I don't want to break my flow, especially if they care about it less than I do. I really did talk myself into that miss, despite my best efforts. Too much focus on recovering and not enough on just having a good process...
@raferbКүн бұрын
Ouch! This illustrates how fickle the game can be... where even a lower skilled player has a chance to win. You were swerving, banking, cutting for shape and playing great overall, and only made mistakes at 2 inopportune times. I guess this is the drama that makes us love and hate the game. LOL
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
So true. The drama is there at all levels of the game, and it does make for compelling viewing! Still stings to see the games go this way sometimes.
@dumbref1459Күн бұрын
Tough losses; I’d much rather my opponent beat me badly than to play well and make one mistake that costs me the match. But it’s part the game and I have dwell on the good part of my game and recognize the mistakes as opportunities for improvement.
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
Seriously. Doing all that hard work and selling out two 10s was a stinger. Good point about focusing on what went well in the match; I think I've gotten better at this.
@adamgpoolКүн бұрын
If I'm in the middle of an inning and my opponent walks away, it's on them whatever happens. They should really wait until your turn is done.
@icastel01Күн бұрын
Kind of like you, I don't really like shooting when my opponent is away. Makes room for all kinds of misunderstandings and/or conflicts even when they tell you it's OK. That said, what an unexpected outcome! what are the chances of two racks lost in a row with the same shot on the 10 missed the same way! :D
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
Yeah I just don't want to take the chance that they'll come back and moan about it. It's definitely disrespectful to walk away without notifying your opponent. As much as these videos help me to "process" these stinging losses (i.e. relive trauma lol), it is still comical to see how both games basically went the same way. What are the odds?
@steveellis9026Күн бұрын
You were right to wait for him to return. On the other hand, an opponent should always say something to you when he's leaving the area for the bathroom or whatever. Also unless it is an pressing matter, he should wait until between racks.
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
Agreed on all of the above.
@OpusRexКүн бұрын
I appreciate the manner in which you walk the table, and plan the run out in real time, including the mistakes. You learn more from your mistakes - It’s called EXPERIENCE.
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
Thanks for that. Couldn't agree more; mistakes are valuable for identifying flaws. Recording myself and discussing it has been very useful.
@alkimsey1201Күн бұрын
Leaving the table without telling your opponent is rather rude.
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
Yeah, I agree.
@dumbref1459Күн бұрын
I agree and without notification I quite honestly might not notice his absence especially if you have to go get your jump cue.
@danielflack1369Күн бұрын
what is your robustness ?
@OnTheSnapКүн бұрын
Just 71 as of today. It's taking a long time to build up because I don't often have the chance to play in Fargo-reported events.
@tonytran88322 күн бұрын
Nice come back 👍
@OnTheSnap2 күн бұрын
Appreciate that. Dude was tough.
@elpacho....92542 күн бұрын
No exercise, no big meals before the match.
@OnTheSnap2 күн бұрын
Interesting. I like to get in a little light exercise the day-of. Helps burn off some of the nerves.
@elpacho....92542 күн бұрын
Is the second commentator little Timmy?
@OnTheSnap2 күн бұрын
I've gotten the impression that, in some way, we may all be Little Timmy.
@elpacho....92542 күн бұрын
@ 😂 lol!
@steveellis90262 күн бұрын
This video was well worth the watching. It made me think that, though it is probably impossible, it really would be cool to organize a little mini-tournament between various KZbinrs. You guys, PDN, Chad, Drew, even Lil Chris and others I probably have no awareness of. As I said probably impossible to organize, but Chad's location Kansas or even yours in Denver would be a good middle location. Speaking of your location every run into a friend/cue builder I know out there, Chris Byrne? Real good guy.
@OnTheSnap2 күн бұрын
Thanks, Steve. This was a fun collaboration and I would love to do more. It would be logistically challenging, but perhaps I can ping them to see if there is any interest. A central hub or a nationwide event meeting place (as with Drew previously in Vegas) could lend itself to the occasion. I don't think I know a Chris Byrne, but I'll keep an eye out.
@icastel013 күн бұрын
Nicely played and good close on that tough-looking rack at the end! Are you still playing APA or taking a break from that?
@OnTheSnap2 күн бұрын
Thanks! That one layout was pretty tricky. I am still playing APA, but just Masters for now. A couple of those videos went up recently, check them out if you haven't seen them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH68iq2GiZeWjbc kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5fLaZVto9qba9U Otherwise, we have the final week of the season and then playoffs coming both in the next two weeks, so lots of exciting content coming from that as well!
@icastel012 күн бұрын
@ oh I think I saw the Jared one. I’ll check out the other. Looking forward to the new ones!
@richmondballer203 күн бұрын
Mr. We vs Little Timmy Should be a good one. Cheers.
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Hey, thanks! Hope you and the gf enjoy, if you're both watching 😉
@raferb3 күн бұрын
Really fast tables like that are a challenge. It's like you can never hit it too soft.
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Yeah it definitely took a bit to get the feel for it.
@shootembillards200620 сағат бұрын
Ya they definitely seem super fast
@NeilMetzgar3 күн бұрын
Am I supposed to be impressed? I make this shot every day.
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Every day!? Sick!
@NeilMetzgar2 күн бұрын
@OnTheSnap three of my guys and I practice side pockets literally every day, one turns 81 next week. I don't know why, but so many people are afraid of side pockets. I don't mind.
@NeilMetzgar2 күн бұрын
@OnTheSnap it's a great shot though
@OnTheSnap2 күн бұрын
@@NeilMetzgar That's good training. Sounds like you have a good group of guys there. You're right - lots of people avoid the side pockets.
@NeilMetzgar2 күн бұрын
@OnTheSnap oh shit you won't believe. I just had that very shot for a break and run. I m8ssed hit the nipple. DAMN! still won the game.😆
@dumbref14593 күн бұрын
Two of my favorites! You played well off each other in commentary. Interesting that you had different perspectives at times but instantly saw the others point. Anthony played natural setup man for Josh’s sense of humor. Well done. You guys need to make this a regular thing when you see your daughter.
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Thanks ref! It was a fun dynamic. Glad you enjoyed it ☺️
@davegreen11043 күн бұрын
That was fun to watch. I look forward to the next sets
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Thanks! They'll be up soon.
@EVOLSQUARE3 күн бұрын
rack 3 you should have pocketed his ball the 12 maybe followed it in or played safe.
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Oh, good thinking. I need to consider strategies like that more often!
@ScottHimler3 күн бұрын
i watch both you guys on your channels a good bit , it was cool having dual commentators , lol
@OnTheSnap3 күн бұрын
Glad you liked it! More on the way 😀
@raferb4 күн бұрын
Nice collaboration. I was already subscribed to Josh's channel too.... so yeah... familiar faces y'tub'n together! What's not to like!?
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Exactly! Glad you liked it.
@TerrellCornwell4 күн бұрын
I know that’s kind of greedy, but you guys are phenomenal pool players & commentaries! Honestly, I would love to see a APA masters format with BCA rules for 8 ball. Just throwing some ideas out there…
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Great idea! We're working on future collaborations and I'd love to do a longer set.
@TerrellCornwell4 күн бұрын
Love this! Please do more!
@davidbuffone19404 күн бұрын
In game one when you had ball in hand on the 3 ball it looked like you could've played it off the 5 into the side pocket to put the 5 in a better position, especially when Harold scratched off it a few shots later.
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Good thought. I really did need to develop the 5.
@jamesgriffith2884 күн бұрын
47:03 4 ball would have been a better route than the 1
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
That thin cut off the 1 definitely could have finished worse. The 4 ball was workable from there for sure!
@danielflack13694 күн бұрын
I live in Ohio & i hope to come see both of you !!!
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Nice! Lots of exciting stuff on the horizon, so stay tuned.
4 күн бұрын
Awesome seeing you two lock horns! Looking forward to the next set!
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Thanks! Next one should be up soon!
@twitterbird73724 күн бұрын
Great double commenting by two great people! Thanks.
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
@rhodneywright51204 күн бұрын
I enjoyed the match, a lot of good insightful views. Keep the videos coming.
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
@@rhodneywright5120 Thanks Rhodney - more on the way!
@BasecampBilliards4 күн бұрын
Thank you for posting this video. Definitely has been my biggest struggle being a newer player.
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Such an important topic. Hope it was helpful.
@BasecampBilliards4 күн бұрын
awesome!
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@Macs1Nook4 күн бұрын
Great video!
@OnTheSnap4 күн бұрын
Thanks! Had fun putting this one together.
@tralfazy5 күн бұрын
My favorite two amateur channels in one!
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
Love to hear that! I hoped the format would be interesting for everyone.
@derektieszen76405 күн бұрын
I watch both of you guys, this was awesome!
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
Love to hear that! Thanks for the comment 🤠 Share it with anyone else who you think might enjoy it to help spread it around 😎
@kriswood13545 күн бұрын
When are you boys coming up to Alaska?
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
World Tour 2026! 😆
@KevtechITSupport5 күн бұрын
Cool. I'm subscribed to both channels. Awesome collab.
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
That's sweet! Glad you liked it. It was really fun putting it together.
@BryanJaeger19795 күн бұрын
this is an awesome collaboration i enjoy both of ur channels
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
Had a great time putting this together! Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed it. Make sure to share it around with anyone else who might enjoy it.
@stevemather46515 күн бұрын
OK, this was super cool, but now I’m gonna get greedy and ask that we bump it up a couple notches… you two, plus Todd from Poolside Chat and Drew Von Porte in a scotch doubles match with everybody commentating. That would be pret-ty okay.
@niltiaklg015 күн бұрын
Yes! I would definitely watch that.
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
haha I love this idea! I just have to figure out if I need to blow into a phenolic conch shell, or just go into a random pool hall and shout KZbinRS ASSEMBLE... 😆
@niltiaklg015 күн бұрын
@@OnTheSnap 🤣
@stevemather46515 күн бұрын
@@OnTheSnapMy kids have been working on teleportation in my basement and they’ve been able to constantly get 85-90% of fruits and rodents to the other side fairly in-tact, so I think they’re ready for human trials. You up for it?
@stevemather46515 күн бұрын
Crap, I made it weird again. This is exactly why I’m supposed to stay off the Internet.
@Amateur_Pool5 күн бұрын
Was a lot of fun. Thanks!
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
Great playing with you!
@ronhahn91705 күн бұрын
I like watching both of you. I am Subscribed to you both.
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
That's awesome! Glad you're enjoying the videos.
@tiarnaigh5 күн бұрын
Nice format and great to see you guys pairing up. Next, yall gotta get Ron - the Pool student to join you in a similar format. I believe he’s another fellow Michigan man, so might be a runner.
@OnTheSnap5 күн бұрын
Could be fun! I'm definitely open to more challenge matches and dual comms.
@anthonycataldi6095 күн бұрын
So couple weird stuff Otherwise you had Tommy beat😮