*Contents:* 0:00 - Intro 0:13 - Follow Through Shots: ---- 1. Follow Through Blocker ---- 2. Small Gap Herd Follow ---- 3. Frozen Combo Follow with Draw 1:16 - Kisses, Caroms, and Tickies: ---- 4. Kiss Off Back of Blocker ---- 5. Tickie Off Blocker ---- 6. Kiss Off a Side Pocket Blocker to Corner ---- 7. Kiss Through Multiple Blockers ---- 8. Carom Clear ---- 9. Combo-Kiss Clear ---- 10. Short-Side Shape ---- 11. Follow Carom with Clearance ---- 12. Follow Tickie 4:37 - Bank Shots: ---- 13. Bank Escape ---- 14. Two-Rail Bank ---- 15. Bank with CB Pocket Clear 5:41 - Safeties: ---- 16. Blocker Replace Safety ---- 17. Two-Way Shot ---- 18. Carom Clear Safety ---- 19. Lockup Combo Safety Clear ---- 20. Hide Behind Blocker ---- 21. Inside Follow Hide Safety 8:36 - Advanced: ---- 22. Bank-Kiss Cross Corner ---- 23. Double-Kiss Ball into Pocket ---- 24. Kiss Back Cross Table ---- 25. Compress the Point ---- 26. Frozen Double Run ---- 27. Four-Rail Bank 11:56 - Jumps: ---- 28. Jump OB Over Blockers ---- 29. Jump Clip Clear Follow ---- 30. CB Jump into OB jump 14:44 - Wrap Up 15:07 - shot collage *Supporting Resources:* - 90˚ rule: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/stun/90-degree-rule/ - aiming carom and kiss shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/30-90-rules/carom/ - 30˚ rule: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/30-90-rules/30-degree-rule/ - bank and kick shot aiming tutorial: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/kicks-and-banks/ - jump shot technique advice: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/jump/technique/ - TOP 10 MOST FAMOUS POOL SHOTS OF ALL TIME … And How to Shoot Them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l17QcquNZdBoh80 - Fun, Interesting, and AMAZING POOL SHOTS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/onuVq3mGhb2Enpo - HSV B.4 - object ball jump shot (double jump of the CB into an OB over an OB): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJeVpWOipLl4lbs - Top 10 PROPOSITION SHOTS - Bar Bets and Tricks all Pool Players Should Know: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r5_UgayDgpqhoc0 - What Would You Do Here, With Both Balls Frozen to the Rail?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqK2lqawa9GoqLc
@imasunnylady3 жыл бұрын
I was a widow, and started playing pool at 69 when my girlfriend asked me to play on her 8 ball team. I met my now husband on table 14. I love that we have something we both enjoy and can do it together.
@teddyruxpin38112 жыл бұрын
who won at table 14?
@TupDigital2 жыл бұрын
Love your story, Sunny Lady!! 😎 Also, upon my first quick reading of your comment, I thought your second suitor was 14 years old. 😆
@a_w95702 жыл бұрын
69 lol
@mattmartin21842 жыл бұрын
Nice😉
@anon24142 жыл бұрын
👍
@user-sb3wh3dd4v3 жыл бұрын
Dear Doctor Dave, It is fitting that you have Robert Byrne's table. You have continued and amplified in his seminal tradition of superb educational materials for this noble game. Bob would approve!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I think about Bob often when I film stuff on his old table. His high bar of excellence continually inspires me to always try to do better.
@lrod59333 жыл бұрын
Wow 3 mins and so much knowledge. One of the the best videos I’ve seen in awhile.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad you think so.
@lewisplayspool3 жыл бұрын
Dear Dr. Dave, Thank you for your ever-creative approaches to the game! Some of these shots would be even more amazing with GoPro footage for visualization and aiming (as well as seeing the game-winning shots in perspective). Seeing these shots from a first-person perspective would mean the world for us enthusiasts. Peace, love and positivity from Hong Kong!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I know some people like the GoPro view, but “Ain’t Nobody Got Time For That.” :) Maybe I’ll add it some day, but I honestly don’t think it adds much from an instructional point of view. I would much prefer an overhead view if my ceiling were high enough for no distortion.
@rohes81292 жыл бұрын
I really thibk that too, because when we see videos by it its really good... Try from someone then if u like it go buy one... Thanks alot
@DavidLArpin3 ай бұрын
Much easier said than done. So much to learn.
@DrDaveBilliards3 ай бұрын
... and practice.
@henma1Ай бұрын
Great video, Dr Dave! You are the only person I know who can clearly pronounce quotation marks (when you were referring to your "opponent." lol
@DrDaveBilliardsАй бұрын
@@henma1 Thanks. I’m glad at least one person noticed. 🤓
@harley55712 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video.I learn something every time I watch Dr. Dave. This particular video..I learned many things I didn't even know I didn't know.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear it. This one was fun to film. It gave me lots of good practice.
@jerryhughes42563 жыл бұрын
Wonderful! Thanks Dr-Dave.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and you're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)
@1Andypro3 жыл бұрын
Great lesson, Dave. Love the extra angles shown for each shot!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm glad you liked it. I will try to do the extra angles more in future videos. They are helpful.
@DrDevon232 жыл бұрын
Dave, this video was absolutely amazing! All of your creative ways to beat a pocket blocker are great inspiration. This shows just how much there is to learn about pool. I believe it should be enough to keep me engaged for a lifetime. I truly appreciate your contributions to the sport and helping people like me learn more about the game.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. The learning in pool is truly limitless. That's one reason I like it so much.
@kaidendegas830 Жыл бұрын
Great variety in this set of creative problem solving for victory! 💪
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it.
@davidarchuleta84463 жыл бұрын
Dr Dave ,Thank You , EXCELLENT !!! We Greatly Appreciate Your Sharing !
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I aim to swerve. :)
@fixitrod49693 жыл бұрын
Thanks, BOB 😀 This is a great video, once again! Thank you!
@Dmounts3 жыл бұрын
These were some really great shots! I love watching your videos!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad to hear it.
@zinhlezwane32262 жыл бұрын
Always best lessons from Dr D
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it.
@danielandrews97366 ай бұрын
#12 is a good shot to know but the safety rolling up behind the 8 is definitely the correct play there Awesome video by the way, as usual. Always great content! Thanks for all you do for the game.
@DrDaveBilliards6 ай бұрын
You’re welcome. And thank you. I aim to swerve. 🤓
@davidcantu4232 жыл бұрын
I have study and practice your shots to help my game out alot...I appreciate the videos.. They help me out lots of times...
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you hear it. Good luck with your game!
@CussCaves2 ай бұрын
it would be so amazing if you could show the aiming lines for each of these shots. Seeing where you aimed would really help visualize the missing pieces. I know about the 30 degree rule but seeing your view with an edited line into the contact point would be so much more helpful. Love the video tho !
@DrDaveBilliards2 ай бұрын
@@CussCaves Agreed. Usually, the aim is obvious based on how the balls move, but the more information the better.
@kaidendegas830 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks Dr Dave!
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл бұрын
Thank you, and you're welcome! I aim to swerve. :)
@richarddombakly4132 жыл бұрын
Beautifully thought out,beautifully played,beautiful to watch,bravo worth the wait.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.
@mitchbunch51633 жыл бұрын
The most useful video I have seen .thank you.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear it. BTW, if you liked this, you will probably also like many of the other videos in my "Everything You Need to Know About Pool" playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLH9d4KFY28XvAa708C1BPbOYctSaWAIuF Enjoy!
@roadshowautosports3 жыл бұрын
11:20 the text says: “what would you do it here?” I say “I’d break my stick into several pieces, pay the Bill, and leave the bar through the back door, sure not to come back ever!!!”
@RoflingCrow2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t know that you can pocket an opponent ball as long as you also pocket yours, always thought it was a foul. I also thought that you’re not allowed to hit opponent’s ball but the video shows it’s ok to hit it as long you pocket yours. I was confused before regarding this, great video as always very informative!
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
There are many rules variations out there, but this video assumes the WPA "official rules of pool." For more info, see the videos and links here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/ Enjoy!
@vich79973 жыл бұрын
Dr. Dave's voice to me I so relaxing especially after a long day at work
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I hope you don't use my videos to help you fall asleep. :o
@vich79973 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards haha no I watch the awesome pool tips but on occasion I do fall asleep
@rushilyadav46003 жыл бұрын
On of the best videos of this channel, in my opinion, rlly helped to improve my game, thanks doc!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you think you, and I'm glad it helped. FYI, many of my videos that I consider the best on my channel are in this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLH9d4KFY28XtWHkg5DKDUfpbI0ry48bsr Enjoy!
@rushilyadav46003 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Omg this is even more helpful, thank you so much!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@rushilyadav4600 You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)
@thomastulupan15993 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! I will be adding them shots!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. I hope some of the shots help you win some games.
@jamesv.wilkerson303 жыл бұрын
I am always in awe learning from you! Great video!!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@zanethind9 ай бұрын
The best pocket blocker shot I've ever saw was when Chris Melling did that amazing break and run in 8 ball on Mika Immonen
@DrDaveBilliards9 ай бұрын
That was definitely the best shot sequence of all time. It is presented with others here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGSUe5-ped6GfpI
@BigAlsBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! #26 was a new learning experience for me. Going to practice it.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. If you want to learn more about that technique, see this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqK2lqawa9GoqLc Also check out the two follow-up videos.
@dwaynecampbell6223 жыл бұрын
Well Doc, you are the man. That’s some great problem solver for sure
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it.
@Fearless132893 жыл бұрын
Dr Dave thanks your tutorials really helped me alot
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome. I’m glad to hear it.
@shader267 ай бұрын
I was sure I was going to see the shot where the opponents ball seems to be blocking well, but a very hard shot pushes it into the cushion, compressing it, and letting your object ball in. I may have been lucky, saw it in “100 shots” book, and hadn’t tried it but it came up in a game and it worked perfect. Later I see I was lucky that time, but it is doeable!
@DrDaveBilliards7 ай бұрын
That would have been good to include. FYI, I demonstrate many cushion and point compression shots in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGevi56fi5h-Zqs
@shader267 ай бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards cool! Just to say, wasn’t being critical at all. You showed 30 interesting ways to deal with the problem! I just have to laugh at myself, thinking of so many games I’d played where I’d get in that situation and think “oh well, nothing I can do there, can’t make a shot in that pocket…” which you and KZbin were around in the 70’s when I was playing a lot of pool!
@DrDaveBilliards7 ай бұрын
@@shader26 I didn’t take it as critical. It was a good idea.
@capoman1 Жыл бұрын
I am a pocket blocker! It works so well in standard 8 ball bar rules. The follow through shot is one of my go to's. It's a legit call (safety calls are not allowed) and if you miss it, you purposely trade spots with their ball and turn a bad spot into a good spot.... If I can't do the follow through, I'll pretend I'm trying to sneak past their ball and roll the shot in, with the intention of hanging in the pocket. You'll either block the pocket or occasionally be able to rattle it in.
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл бұрын
It certainly helps to know how to be both a pocket blocker and a pocket un-blocker.
@capoman1 Жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards I agree. But in a drunken bar with bar rules, that stuff works.... On a BCA or APA table it would be totally different!
@capoman1 Жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Agreed. I am a Valley Rules (BCA today) player, but at the bar there is no such thing. So safety is not a called shot and you'll be in a fight over "fox play" which is safety uncalled..... And so this play HAS WORKED in bar rules. The roll through goes occasionally and the roll around has gone surprisingly to me occasionally. Either way, THEY ARE LEGAL IN BAR RULES. So on the offensive end, these work. On the defensive end, obviously I am a sneaky player. So I use these to get out of it. In BCA or APA it is totally different and I expect a total difference, I get the true desert!. But in BCA or APA I was allowed to call a safety so this would not be fox play. EITHER WAY. The play works if you know your opponent!
@bamarin12 жыл бұрын
This is an awesome video, thanks, Doctor Dave!
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. You're welcome!
@BakerNo.93 жыл бұрын
Dr. Dave, you produce excellent content.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm glad you think so.
@BackSeatHump2 жыл бұрын
When you started out saying, "Hi! Dr. Dave here!", I thought, "Oh no, another jerk who's going to waste my time". Boy was I wrong! This is a really good video with many fantastic lessons!!! I'm subscribing ...... right now!! 😊
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it, despite my corny intro. Be sure to check out more of the 450+ videos already on my channel: kzbin.infovideos Enjoy!
@BackSeatHump2 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Thank you, Dave!
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
@@BackSeatHump You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :) BTW, I really am a "Dr." per the second section here: billiards.colostate.edu/dr-dave/interview/
@BackSeatHump2 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards I'm from Sweden. We don't use titles when addressing doctors, teachers, married or unmarried citizens, etc. We call everyone by their first name. I prefer it that way myself.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
@@BackSeatHump I like that approach better too, but friends, students, colleagues, my family, and the pool world have called me "Dr. Dave" for a long time. And honestly, I like the nickname.
@phreak0743 жыл бұрын
Extremely helpful!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear it. Have fun practicing them. I did.
@h.m.57243 жыл бұрын
Your examples on lock up combos shows exactly why UK's WPA blackball rules are the best. Don't know why the world won't adapt to those rules
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
... because the WPA "official rules of pool" are well established and have widespread use. For more info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@bestinshow13433 жыл бұрын
Where is your "Donate" button? That video on "blocked pockets" was outstanding. Those shots really opened my mind to apply those principles.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you got something out to of the video. My donate button can be found in any of my KZbin video descriptions and at the bottom of the page here: billiards.colostate.edu/ where you can also find a lot more videos and other learning resources. Good luck with your game.
@bestinshow13433 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Thank you!! Is there a way to also coorespond to send you a shot that I am unsure why it works?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Feel free: billiards.colostate.edu/contact/
@darrylbuswell27132 жыл бұрын
Simple/amazing and fun. Ty
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Ty and Yw.
@johnmendez30843 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the information.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. This one was fun to do ... and I got lots of good practice.
@unlearningcommunism47423 жыл бұрын
Wo-hoo, I'm the first to comment! I've started playing pool this year, in my 30's. Thank you so much for your lessons!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. Good job being first. Good luck with your game!
@unlearningcommunism47423 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards After implementing your lessons regarding 30 questions about pool physics I've started routinely winning against my neighbors. There are two more maniacs left in my building, but they were playing it their entire life and have no problem running the entire rack :)
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@unlearningcommunism4742 I'm glad to hear it. Good luck with the "maniacs." :)
@bentackett62993 жыл бұрын
I'm the 55th commentor! 😀
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@bentackett6299 Congratulations! :)
@5153flash2 жыл бұрын
I played a guy in the final of a major tourny where he had a stripe ball in front of the corner pocket and another stripe down the rail for a combo shot. (he had stripes) He looked at this combo for a long time and then without calling anything he took the shot. The ball near the pocket was hit by the other ball,,it then moved out of the way and the first ball went into the pocket!! This was NOT his plan ,,but he kept shooting like he made the combo. Yes I asked him about it but he insisted that is what he wanted!! lol The shot he made was near impossible . After it happened I got the feeling he really thought the combo went in!! lol
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
That’s funny ... or sad. 🤔
@danknapp78657 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@DrDaveBilliards7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome, and thank you! I appreciate the support.
@SSigma792 жыл бұрын
Imagination & skill are unbeatable...
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Well stated.
@hobbs1053 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@2869may3 жыл бұрын
Great information! Thank you!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and you're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)
@andiedj39253 жыл бұрын
great lessons doctor! 😁👍
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@shader267 ай бұрын
Great video! As always. No. 26 though, if you don’t get it seems like a loss there, wouldn’t it be a hanger if it doesn’t go in? How hard is it? If I put in some time with that shot maybe.
@DrDaveBilliards7 ай бұрын
Thanks. Good point concerning 26. It is very difficult, and has down sides.
@apexpredatorbilliardstraining3 жыл бұрын
Your way too smart Dr..... Your killing me
@rstarr9103 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dr.Dave for providing some insight into a common scenario that shows up in 8 ball. Just curious what cue are you using in this video?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Predator P2 with a 12.4 Revo and joint extender.
@coffeeenglish40513 жыл бұрын
You had a tough opponent today, DrDave 😉. A good and useful video, by the way.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. Yep, that Dr. Dave clone can play tough sometimes.
@curtispetit9862 жыл бұрын
The jump shots would be good for the masters division in APA, but the lower handicapped player like me would have to use the other shots you have in this video, Dr. Dave. Great video here.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. You can also learn to jump with a full-length cue (e.g., a break cue with a hard tip). Isn't that allowed in APA?
@curtispetit9862 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards in 9 ball I believe. Not allowed for 8 ball. In Masters they are.
@thetrippertipper21363 жыл бұрын
One if my favorite billiard videos. Thanks a lot for the great channel. New friend here. Let’s stay connected. 😊🌺
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. If you haven't seen many of my past 450+ past videos yet, check out some of them when you're in a binge-watching mood.
@robertbuchanan8062 жыл бұрын
Pure genius
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm glad you like it.
@dougrobertson59079 ай бұрын
Great stuff! How do you come up with all these? Other than that last one which was out of sheer necessity during the league game :)
@DrDaveBilliards9 ай бұрын
Thanks! I've learned many of them over the years from books, videos, and other instructors. I also just dream up as much as I can while filming. Some of them are "mistakes."
@mosesng60503 жыл бұрын
Phew, what a useful drill to practice. I’d like to practice these but unfortunately I still wasn’t able to practice pool at a local pool hall due the COVID-19 cases in Malaysia. My apologies for the inconvenience. Oh, can you replicate and diagnose the pool shots for the female pool player as well? Just like what you do at previous video.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
This is an excellent drill. I got good practice recording it. I actually had not tried some of these shots before. I hope the situation in Malaysia changes soon. This has gone on for too long! I have been collecting shots from female players here: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-shots/ When I have enough to do a video, I will. Please let me know if you have any shots to suggest that aren't already on my list.
@roadshowautosports2 жыл бұрын
Watching this video yet one more time, I’m convinced that, after seeing the example #29, I’ll have to remove the cloth on my table, cover it with thin sheet of stainless steel, then recover back, to avoid my cue ending up stuck into the slate!!!!!
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
If you need to try the shot as many times as I did (or more), that might not be a bad idea. :)
@stephenburdess29144 ай бұрын
I need to get my own pool table lol.
@DrDaveBilliards4 ай бұрын
Having your own table is definitely a helpful luxury.
@davidstriedinger61013 жыл бұрын
I spent a significant amount of time playing billiards as a youth and early 20s not so much now.
@ernestweeks35292 жыл бұрын
The eightball hitting another ball before it's pocketed is legal in tournaments, that's awesome! Why do just about every bar rules say it has to go clean
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
All of my videos deal with the WPA "official rules of pool" per the info here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/ "Bar rules" are problematic per the info here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/bar-rules
@ernestweeks35292 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Thank you, this is going to help me a lot. I've been wanting to make the rules for our tournament night more in line with professional pool, in the bar I own. On the one hand, I've been blessed with a pretty decent tournament night for a small town bar and in the other hand, for some reason my place attracts some really good players(for just bar play), so much so, that I find myself staying your videos every chance I get, just so I don't get beaten so badly. Ty from Florida
@cringebutyee13263 жыл бұрын
Hi Dr Dave! Loved the video, and I'll be sure to try these tips out. However, I'm left wondering what all those small metal rings are all over your table, as they seem random and I've never seen them before. Could you explain for me? Thanks
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. Concerning the "donuts," see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/training/teaching/
@fycn22453 жыл бұрын
Awesome.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@richardlaino10792 жыл бұрын
Was wondering….I’m winning .43 of tournaments…shooting 75.7%…..in 8ball….it really helped that I owned a pool table..I’m 69 also…and playing chess is a big plus…best advice….try to prevent the other player from making shots , defense is a major strategy, I use a common cue, although I have all the super cues….hitting softly is the easiest way to get position…
@dandewfus85633 жыл бұрын
Do you have to call your caroms and double kisses? Thanks for your help.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Yes ... in most 8-ball leagues and tournaments.
@scotsmandan3 жыл бұрын
Dr Dave, Do you have a video to show why and how you marked your table? Thanks!
@@DrDaveBilliards thank you sir! love your channel! keep posting videos!
@peytongaba18142 жыл бұрын
Can you make a stripe on the combo if you’re shooting solids?
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Under the official WPA rules of pool, yes. See: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@420jacksonian2 жыл бұрын
is there anything math can't do ? LOVE YOU DR. DAVE !
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I see lots of creative shots. I don't see any math. Regardless, I'm glad you like my stuff.
@420jacksonian2 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards you can be creative , because you are great at math. this game takes longer to learn well if you don't understand geometry.
@420jacksonian2 жыл бұрын
one of the first things you say in this video is about seeing the angles and you also talk about knowing all the different angles and knowing the calculations
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
"Visualizing" angles is very different from "calculating" angles. Some bank and kick shot aiming systems use diamond numbers and simple arithmetic, but you don't need to be good at math to use them effectively. If you or others want to learn more about this, see the videos and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/
@420jacksonian2 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards thanks bud ,your awesome !
@johnmendez30843 жыл бұрын
Hello I thought the rule for 8 ball is that if you sink an opponents ball before your ball goes in the pocket, you would lose your turn?
@JH-ji6cj3 жыл бұрын
Not any rule I'm aware of. You only cannot hit your opponents ball first, and either have to identify the process ("bar rules"), or call which ball-to-pocket (BCA), or only hit your object ball first and as long as one from your group gets pocketed (APA) it's a legitimate shot.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
That might be the case in some made-up versions of "bar rules:" billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/bar-rules but this is not the case in any "official rules of pool:" billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@lancesmith69083 жыл бұрын
Great question I was wondering this myself top vid top question !
@whitigir4 ай бұрын
In one of the game I play with friends. It is a lost if I pocket the 8 together with opponent balls. I don’t know where that rule comes from. Also, scratching with 8 left also results in a loss
@DrDaveBilliards4 ай бұрын
Your friend is using a version of "bar rules:" billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/bar-rules If you instead want to play under the "official rules" of pool, see the videos and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@oooatreyosooo43483 жыл бұрын
Is it legal to pocket 2 types of ball in 8 ball For example I have the solids My opponent has the stripes scenario the 3 and 12 ball are together i shot the 3 ball and it banks on the side pocket and then the 12 ball is pocketed in the corner pocket Is this shot legal? Or is it a foul?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Under the WPA "official rules of pool," all that matters is that you hit one of your balls first and call the ball of yours to be pocketed. Other balls (even opponent balls) can also be pocketed during a shot (except the 8, which must be pocketed separately). For more info, see the videos and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@oooatreyosooo43483 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Ok one last question I have the solid Enemy has the strips Scenario The 5 ball and the 9 ball is touching each other i hit the 5 and i pocket the 9 Since the enemy has the strips and i pocketed it does it mean its a foul?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
That’s not a foul, but if you don’t pocket a called solid, it is your opponent’s turn. Check out the videos, links, and other info at the link above. They cover everything.
@vincentbeaurivage3 жыл бұрын
I wanted to thank you for your work in my final speech when winning the US OPEN but Biado got me on the loser side! 😜 Next time!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'll expect that next year.
@420jacksonian2 жыл бұрын
i use a pretty skinny tip, as i improve , will it not be necessary ? i can't tell for sure, but it looks like you use an average size tip.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I've used 11.75mm in the past, and I'm currently using a 12.4 mm Revo. For info about tip size effects, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-tip/size-and-shape/
@davidmellish32952 жыл бұрын
Could you tell me what a " tickie " shot is please? I'm from the UK and we use different terminology for a lot of shots,like we'll say a double and you say bank shot etc. I understand most of the different terms but I must admit I've never heard of a tickie before. Thanks
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Here’s the definition from my online glossary of pool terms and phrases: tickie: a rail-first carom or kiss shot where the CB or an OB is deflected off a cushion and then a near-by OB before heading to its final target. The glossary can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/glossary/
@davidmellish32952 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards thank you very much Dr Dave,great videos, very informative and useful, keep up the good work mate
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
@@davidmellish3295 You’re welcome. I’m glad you like my stuff.
@razzlemankd3 жыл бұрын
I play 8 ball American pool in England and I'm puzzled why you're showing examples where you can pot your ball and then snooker your opponent when it would be your shot next ? Are the rules different between our two countries ? Very handy tips though 👍
@razzlemankd3 жыл бұрын
Chris Melling's run out is amazing so glad you've included that 👏
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
All my videos are based on the WPA "official rules of pool." Not all pool games, leagues, and tournaments follow these international standards. For more info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@razzlemankd3 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Sure, thanks for the link, i will read that very carefully. All your tips are hugely appreciated, you come across as a very competent and skilful pool player, keep those informative videos coming 😀👏👍
@yashwardhanpathare39703 жыл бұрын
Hey Dave, how much did your complete pool setup, including the table and everything cost? Also, could you please make a comprehensive tour of your setup?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
The only thing I have purchased is the table. The late, great Robert Byrne sold it to me for $2000 and the move and install (with new cloth) was about $1500. Everything else (cues, lights, balls, chalk, etc.) was donated, so the cost was $0. I plan to do a pool room tour and "what's in the bag" video in the future, probably within a couple of months.
@yashwardhanpathare39703 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Wow!! That's perfect, eagerly waiting for the release!...💛🙌
@MetaphisicalMandy3 жыл бұрын
I’m looking for an older video of yours in reference to a kick shot aiming system where the long rail diamonds are numbered and the short rails are numbered by the 5s (5,10,15) and then you multiply the object ball’s location by the cue ball’s location. Can you please send a link or create a newer video of this aiming system.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
All kick and bank shot aiming system videos I have done can be found in the different categories here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/ I don't think I've ever numbered diamonds in 5s, so maybe you are thinking about somebody else.
@kurtkensson20593 жыл бұрын
'Tis better to be a pocket blocker, than to be pocket blocked.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
No question.
@andrewdavis5843 жыл бұрын
13 is great, but what if I’m not confident in making the solid? If I miss I leave my opponent with and easy win. Is there a good safety I could go for instead?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You could thin the 5, pocket the 13, and try to hide behind the 5, but this is a sensitive shot. And with the 8 hanging in the side, there isn't much room for error. I think I would feel more confident to win the game going for the bank. It is also very miss-able, but sometimes you need to just go for it.
@garygwinn58182 жыл бұрын
Dr. Dave you should play in the US Open next year! You could shoot no worse than Judd Trump' s 1st 2 opponents!
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
That would be fun. I'm sure I'll do it some day.
@johnandzelik32042 жыл бұрын
Depending on the angle, you can have your ball follow into the pocket with top English. (Just call the shot)
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
... like I demonstrate in the video? Or did you have something else in mind?
@atenzan29083 жыл бұрын
Number 29 is just fiendish! I hope the "ohh, that's close" near miss wasn't your first attempt...
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
It wasn't my first, but it was an early attempt ... hence my reaction.
@Fearless132893 жыл бұрын
Sir I just find out that am a right eye dominate is it okay if I use it during a game
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
See the videos and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/eyes/vision-center/
@vincevita68722 жыл бұрын
Dr. Dave number 30 is a legal close out to the game? hitting other balls to carom into the pocket? again i was told [ in a local dbles match, i had to make a clean shot with the 8.... your info here would be greatly appreciated.... Still learning.... Vince
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Under the "official rules of pool," all that is required is that you hit a legal ball first and sink a legal ball in a called pocket. Nothing else matters. For more info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@vincevita68722 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Thanks so much for the quick response!
@roadshowautosports3 жыл бұрын
4:31 Dr. Dave “I’ll be honest, i didn’t pocket this on the first try, it took me six times…” Me “it’s been three days and nights but still trying!” I really was practicing to challenge Dr. Dave and my ticket was blocking the pockets but after watching this video… Dr. Dave just lost a prospect customer!!!
@thecubingnebula97043 жыл бұрын
Dear Dr. Dave When I play 9 ball i have trouble sometimes getting all the balls in a tight rack. I make a tight rack and pus them all together, but when i lift the triangle/diamond up (i've tried both diamond and 8 ball racks) some of the balls separate, leaving gaps, and making it hard to have a reliable break. Will investing in a racking template or anything else help?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
A template will most definitely help. For a lot more advice, see the video and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/break/racking/tight/
@myblacklab72 жыл бұрын
The quickest trip is to lightly tap the front three balls (or any other balls that keep moving). Tapping them makes a slight temporary imprint into the felt, keeping them in place. Hot tip: If you tap them too hard at a bar, people tend to wonder what the heck is going on, although it doesn't seem to do any damage to the table.
@unboxinginsider59032 жыл бұрын
what kind of chalk do you use
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I usually use whatever is available where I’m playing, but I prefer Taom Pyro because the CB stays cleaner. For more info, see the videos and summaries here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/chalk/comparison/
@LonnieScott2 жыл бұрын
Hey Dave! The APA doesn't allow jump cues in the tournament play. How do you recommend jumping with a standard cue. I shoot with a Predator Roadline. Currently skill level 5 with my eyes on becoming a 6 soon.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
If I were in the APA, I would use a standard length cue that is basically a jump cue with added length (with almost no added weight). Or I would just get a very light cue and put a phenolic tip on.
@steve8register93 жыл бұрын
As I am sure you are aware, when using a break cloth under the cue ball and jumping the cue ball, the cue ball jumps higher than it will without the break cloth under it
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
True, especially on a table with otherwise very worn and thin cloth. In fact, on the shots where I used the spare piece of cloth, I was jumping too high and far in my early attempts (until I adjusted).
@sonnyc3826 Жыл бұрын
also at teh 2:13ish mark i also play that if you sink the opponents ball first before yours its a miss it becomes their turn...so that shot is no good the way i play anyway...theres lots of different ways to play 8 ball eveyrone has different ways, bar rules, tournament rules and otehrs im sure but this is the way im used to playing if i was able to do such shots the games would be quicker and easier..
@sonnyc3826 Жыл бұрын
even on such shots as that Squeeze shot after the 5 ball ...i play you have to call all your shots unless theyre totally obvious but youd have to call which ball youd kiss first otherwise it wouldnt count...just the way i played growing up but i also hung aorund a pool hall wiht alot of sharks and learend rules from them a bit..so if the ball went in and kissed the other ball first torunament players i dont think would count that ..not sure..lesser skilled players or less serious players probably would
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл бұрын
@@sonnyc3826 Under standard pool rules, all you need to call is the ball and the pocket. It doesn't matter how the ball gets to the pocket. For more info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/
@sonnyc3826 Жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards ive played like that also just call the pocket even if it banks 3 times before it gets there soem peopel play like that im not sure what rules are for what like standard or tournament but theres a few sets either just need to be eestablished before the game starts but thanks for the replies
@moonliqht12 жыл бұрын
Hi Doctor Dave, I was just wondering where you got your pool cue from? I've seen many other players use similar pool cues and I want to get one too. Cheers! -Doombane
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Predator sent it to me. It is a P3 with a 12.4 Revo shaft.
@moonliqht12 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards Wow, it certainly does cost a lot!
@tjahajasuryadinata4432 Жыл бұрын
Why 2:16 made me chuckle
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл бұрын
Kiss the taint? Haha.
@frankyblas73832 жыл бұрын
I play in a pool league where the 8 must go in without touching another ball on the table or double kiss on the cue. No jump shots and masse shots allowed as well.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
Those are odd rules. What type of league is that?
@frankyblas73832 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards That I’m not sure. I had to adapt my playing style to fit the rules to my advantage. The league is a combination of beginners to somewhat advanced players.
@frankyblas73832 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards 8 ball league. We must call every carom, combos, banks, and kicks and the number of rails intended.
@tristandunn46282 жыл бұрын
Interesting stuff. However, I'm guessing that rules here in the UK differ from those in the US. If I were spots/solids and potted a stripe during my play, regardless of which other ball I may have hit first, that's a foul shot and two shots to my opponent :-(
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
My videos deal with the international WPA "official rules of pool." I know some games, leagues, and tournaments don't always play under these rules. Pool leagues in America also make up their own rules: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/rule-differences I wish they didn't. It is confusing.
@tristandunn46282 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the link. Will go and check it out. I've experienced different rules even from different cities within the UK. I dare say it's they're all very different to the US.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
@@tristandunn4628 Wouldn't it be nice, if everybody worldwide (and league to league, and city to city) would just use the "official rules of pool" when playing pool?
@jacobjones52693 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of playing Cliffie he’d give me 11-7 and the break, and I get to spot one after the break.. Hehe..
@davidguy2092 жыл бұрын
in the UK, if you pot the opposition's ball, it's a foul. the only exception is if the opposition played a foul so the player has a 'free ball'.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
This video deals with the WPA international "official rules of pool:" billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/ Some games, leagues, and tournaments have different rules.
@nicholaslittle23128 ай бұрын
This seems to be quite advanced stuff and we got through the shots too fast. The way we play pub pool it would be a foul to hit the opponents ball or 8 first.
@DrDaveBilliards8 ай бұрын
There is nothing wrong with using Pause or Rewind or watching the video again to pick up more or to practice. Concerning pub rules, see: billiards.colostate.edu/resources/rules/bar-rules/
@michaeltrumph1213 жыл бұрын
What jump cue do you use ?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
The original Predator Air.
@michaeltrumph1213 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards I did not see the Predator Logo on it. I have a iQ jump cue, it's built by a Greek cue maker, it jumps great.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@michaeltrumph121 With good technique, jump cue selection isn't so important, assuming it has a comfortable weight and a really hard tip.
@pookstascott71453 ай бұрын
I am a certified pocket blocker lol
@DrDaveBilliards3 ай бұрын
I bet your opponents love you. :)
@pookstascott71453 ай бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards lol it came in handy tonight I came in 3rd place at our local tournament.