5 Things You Need to Master: Consistent Stroke & Shotmaking

[@Sharivari]

Watch the bonus video with my number six tip for consistent shotmaking? And many more bonus videos for previous lessons? patreon.com/Sharivari

[@PoolProblems]

The story telling and suspense is becoming better! Nice video, buddy.

[@Sharivari]

Awesome, I've recently started to work on that . Thanks for the feedback buddy :)

[@PoolProblems]

@@Sharivari I'm sure it will boost retention!

[@stringlarson1247]

This is a great explaination. When I find myself missing shots or not getting the position I want after the shot, I'll just take the cue ball and hit it down to the far rail and wait for it to hit the tip of the stick while maintaining the tip in place at the end of the stroke. No L/R spin. i'll go thru the same routine as you are showing here until I can do it 10x in a row. Once I've figured out the problem(s), I'll modify the drill for L/R English. It's also a great way to play a lot of shots at the local pub on a quiet afternoon for free. Well, except for the cost of a few pints of aiming fluid.

[@hanno6926]

Thanks for this video. I was requesting this topic 👍 I play pool for 8 months daily now and still can't make my stroke feel natural. Whenever I try to think less about the brigde, the elbow, the upper arm postition it seems I miss every third shot. I find it hard because there are so many variables and every player has a different stroke style it's frustrating because I have a plan to runout but I fail because a ball rattles. When I saw how your stroke looked a couple of years ago it gave me a motivation boost 🤣 I guess I just have to continue practicing small angle and straight in shots with different speeds to get my stroke right and finally feel natural so I don't have to change and think and change and think... This is the best pool channel for me. Your're a big help.

[@realfearin]

quick tip: maybe you're thinking about it too much while playing

[@SISTEM1976]

Just in right time video. Regardles of that,i think that for majority of us this is the most important lesson of all. Thx

[@apexpredatorbilliardstraining]

Powerful stuff Shari!!! Clinical tips that will improve our game! It’s the small details that matter!

[@HikeColorado]

This is exactly what I need to be working on 👍

[@rednef71]

This is the best channel I've found for tips . I didn't even really think about aligning my body position first, I always just walked up and hunched over. Great Channel!

[@daveguzman8039]

Your videos have helped me, especially this one. I've noticed that I win more games than I lose now. Thank you.

[@Sharivari]

Awesome!

[@iandevaz2604]

Great video with superb tips, thanks again

[@sridharshrinivasan4572]

Good points. The order they are covered could be : Aligning properly staying still (until after the complete follow through) Locking in to the shot Smooth swing transition Cueing straight

[@Blinkerson55]

Thanks for helping us all S, you're the best 😊

[@creedolala6918]

For some reason never clicked your videos despite youtube recommendations. I guess because I got cocky, figured I knew all the usual advice. But I really liked this video. I can see why your channel is popular, you explain things well. Tired of stalled progress, I know my stroke and PSR need work, so I'm going to make an effort to pay attention to this stuff. Cheers.

[@DJMasterspiec3UG]

one good lesson I've got today

[@CaptainOnePocket]

Another great video! Very Helpful! I would humbly like to add 1) The follow through and the 2) Stay down! I like to hear you have put so many years work into your stroke. I have too! And over time it gets rusty and I have to clean it up! I wonder do you have any videos on "your vision center" (which is different from your "dominant eye")? You are Legend! Thank you! I've been your fan for years and you have many fans in my areas I've played too! Please keep it up! Edit: also do you have a thought on timing and rythem?

[@charlesmertes3109]

I have one ;timing and rhythm comes from confidence and belief in your pocketing and positional playing ability,it's not something you can teach by itself.test it for yourself by setting up unmissable(?)shots and pocketing them with smooth confidence.you now have rhythm and timing🎉

[@zanelempalala5583]

You the boss🙏🏻❤

[@3k2p6]

I would add timing and smooth follow through to the tips.

[@Sharivari]

You are right, that's my #6.

[@mcunited6902]

Mentality plays a major role in potting balls.

[@charbeleid1832]

Amazing video what’s the cue man it looks amazing

[@rayanrashdan2024]

Ok I use it

[@muhammadzaqiadam1859]

when you talk about locking in to the shot, where is your final aim, go to the cue ball or target shot?

[@Peropero337]

Hey Shari, is it true that for pool players, mood really does effect how you play and sometimes, there's just bad days where you don't play well at all ? I feel like this sometimes and some days when its really bad my stroke isn't even straight, feels like a newbie again.

[@cungifungi]

It is a highly mental game, yes. As easy as it sounds that you need to "stay in the game" the whole time, that is the challenge all pool players face. If you start thinking too much and lose focus, you will inevitably miss and play bad unless you pick yourself back up

[@Sharivari]

Hey Jeremy. You're absolutely right, and I totally get what you mean. The connection between our mood and physical actions is deeply rooted in how our brains and bodies work together. Here's a bit of insight into why this happens: Good mood enhances concentration, crucial for precision in pool. A bad mood can scatter focus, affecting accuracy. Emotions impact muscle tension. Stress tightens muscles, disrupting the smooth movements needed for accurate pool shots. Mood swings affect strategic thinking. Positive emotions lead to better shot choices, while negativity can result in poor decisions. Confidence, influenced by mood, affects your risk-taking and trust in your abilities. Low mood can cause hesitation and doubt. Anxiety or stress can hamper the fine motor control necessary for pool, leading to mistakes. Positive emotions boost energy, essential for sustained focus, whereas a negative mood can drain energy, affecting attention and stamina.

[@Peropero337]

@@Sharivari I see, this entire time i thought i got lucky everytime i was playing well, hah! Thanks so much for the reply man.

[@bencayago731]

Hey mate..do you use your whole shaft to sight or aim. The shot....or just cueball and object only

[@doomcue]

I see you in the crowd at the Cup! Go USA!😁

[@KyleJackson-c1n]

Great video, what cue do you shoot with these days?

[@Sharivari]

Thanks mate. I have recently switched to JFlowers and their SMO shaft.

[@daygrindtroy]

Also you shouldn't be aiming when you're down on the shot, that should be done as you stand over the shot, fine tuning as you come down on the shot, and only then micro fine tuning when you're down.

[@daygrindtroy]

Ok nvm that was your 5th tip lol.

[@selfimprovement212]

Hello Mr Sharivari please I need a little help I want to buy a uni- lock cue but scared it will bend with time someone told me Uni lock cues bend with time is that true ? I’ve been looking for an answer to this but can’t get any answer to my question anywhere else

[@PoolProblems]

Don't worry. It won't bend. Go ahead.

[@DJMasterspiec3UG]

what is happens when i pocket my ball and opponents ball at the same time when playing ?

[@Sharivari]

Official rules: You continue shooting.

[@MulyonoQ]

Can you add when you shot what shot you play with back hand or front hand english not just spin you play

[@daygrindtroy]

Sharivari you really have to learn to hit center ball instead of compensating when accounting for throw via sidespin.

[@zachsnyder5444]

Outside spin is the overwhelmingly most common shot in 9 and 10 ball so I would argue using spin to help compensate for throw is smart for some players who regularly play rotation games. Even in 8 ball there are very few situations where center ball is objectively the better choice over using outside english

[@scottisitoro3953]

Although I am in 95% agreement that a smooth stroke starts with preparation, planning and solid shot-after-shot mechanics, there are, of course, exceptions. Look at Grady Matthews (RIP), the guy who played in The Color of Money against Fast Eddie. In real life he was a professional player specializing in one pocket and won titles. Horrible, short poke at every ball; very difficult to watch him play, and I thank my personal God that there aren't many playing like him.

[@zackdaveis4721]

Nobody’s stroke will ever be perfect

[@frankterrazone9686]

Two years ago your advice was not to walk into the shooting line.

[@beatusmasero9518]

People improve ,listen to the current advice

[@poolbob8776]

If you're standing up before the shot you're hitting at a moving cue ball. No wonder you miss the shot.

[@brjones27]

Hmm, I can't even remember how many shots I've made with one hand. Just so I don't have to grab the bridge. Or how many times I showed off and looked the other way at someone I was playing while I made the shot. I think I'd make an awful coach.

[@HillbillyIslandLife]

First

[@hanspw]

Imo u forgot to mention how important proper follow through is...just saying 😁

[@henma1]

Wouldn't that be a part of delivering the cue straight?

[@Sharivari]

Pssst .. 🤫 You are revealing the topic of the bonus video 😜

[@hanspw]

@@Sharivari oops, sorry, didn't know 🙈

[@Sharivari]

I would say it's a seperate point. You can cue straight but not follow through. You can follow through and not cue straight :)