Awkward Shots in Pool You Need to Know and How to Do Them

More awkward shots and how to do them!

[@jasonworingen8431]

This kid is doing something positive instead of being out there causing trouble. Give him some credit.

[@frankpitochelli6786]

Geez, I've read over 30 comments, I didn't see any negative comments, in fact I've read nothing but compliments..... So, I have no idea why ppl are crying about negativity.!!

[@f.a3202]

i think they repeat the same comment just to get some likes cuz i didn't saw any negative comments too

[@zomb7138]

He probably purged the mean comments

[@SimRacingEh]

Unbelievable how good you are, I'd love to play you once just to see how badly I get my ass kicked 😅

[@boboso7238]

Wtf the kid is not claiming to be a pro, just advice from his personal experience. Closed minds don't grow, give him credit for enjoying his passion and putting himself out there. For all the professionals to critique between pro stops and cashing their checks, you sure have a ton of time to be surfing KZbin looking for recreational shooters to enlighten on the internet.

[@NoOne-jv8rb]

Bob Oso m

[@ayubalia7281]

Bob Oso hxhcgvb

[@ashtonbingham780]

Do you like my pool all the time and I can’t do that shit so yeah you could buy some credit

[@robmckennie4203]

He's selling t-shirts and autographed balls, you're sure he isn't claiming to be a pro?

[@williambearden6536]

Bill

[@tonyrobles9070]

Hi Dupree! I wanted to THANK YOU for promoting the game we love so much! Don't worry if you feel like you can't explain it well. You'll continue to learn and grow as you play and teach more! As a professional player who's played the game for 38 years, I can honestly say I wasn't the best at explaining the game when I first started giving private lessons but now I can explain it in a way that ANYONE including a child will understand it. The more you play, the more you teach, the more knowledge you'll gain and the the easier it'll become to explain. YOU DO A GREAT JOB AS IT IS! THANKS AGAIN FOR THE VIDEOS AND KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK BUDDY!

[@mortvid]

Bullshitting this kid isn't helping him Tony. He is not doing a great job and you know it very well. Yes he seems like a nice young man but everyone shouldn't get a trophy and this isn't worth of one so cut it out you're not making it better.

[@vlino4677]

Mr. Robles, Nice to see there are still people like you in the world! Words of encouragement will go a Long Way. Thank You for being a REAL MAN!

[@AlexMartinez-et2sy]

tony Robles is a beast, big fan🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷

[@derekr7814]

@@mortvid how is he not doing a great job? He could most likely out shoot you any day of the week Mr. Keyboard warrior.

[@mortvid]

@@derekr7814 Because he puts you to sleep with his babble. Would hate to pay him for lessons by the hour. A little less talk and a lot more action. And then when he finally gets around to shooting the shot he edits out his multiple misses and cuts right to the successful one after god knows how many fails. I think I can take him in the game of his choice. I'm actually pretty sporty. Are you backing him?

[@friedpickles909]

I see more comments about the mean comments then I see mean comments

[@outsidethepyramid]

what do you mean?

[@zodrob7]

He means 'than', not 'then'. Understand now?

[@karlstuber6399]

I see that a lot. Perhaps the original mean comments were purged. Likely by the original poster.

[@dddong3450]

Good

[@dddong3450]

Fried pickles that means it’s working

[@joshnorko5586]

Good shots and good pointers kid. If you help one player then it was worth it. Too many "pros" at pool and KZbin

[@CoreyDodge]

No doubt most of us are living room players

[@williamcalambergess1730]

Hi my name is Wilhem william Calam i live in this little country name Belize, i am 53 years old i tryed to play when i was younger , but because of chancies to a pool table was limited i couldnt become a good pool player, but now i like to acomplish someting what i love to play before, so with your vídeos it is helping me to do some good shots thanks for the vídeo.

[@marshmellow2683]

is it possible to get a birds eye view of the table like they show in snooker matches, to emphasize the technical aspects of the cue ball?

[@MrRex1949]

The Kid knows how to play pool. I learned a few shots from him I never knew. Great job there. Hope to watch more of your pool skills. 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🎱

[@jaredgijoza1849]

Dude I have to thank you for this amazing content. I was always interested in pool since I was young but it wasn’t until 1 week ago that I was able to get a table. These videos have made my improve DRAMATICALLY when playing. Keep up the good work my dude

[@DGimpeccablejaguar]

Can NOT believe the amount of negative comments. Keep doing what you are passionate about Dupree.

[@kevinbransky1817]

Keep doing it, but don't think that posting videos online is going to automatically merit you respect in the pool world. Show me some trophies you've won from regional tournaments in your state and I will respect the shoddy videos you post. Its hard for me to think you even pay rent, and that your parents likely purchased the pool table you play on. And on many drills, you basically just need to demonstrate the muscle memory and how that helps ease anxiety while increasing confidence in the shot at hand, since every shooter has to approach the table with a different technique than you are used to. Fransisco Bustamante has a very unique back-hand stroke utilizing his wrist more than his elbow, which is not a good technique for snooker players, but he still wins tourneys in pool; and since snooker is a harder game than billiards, it would seem like his wild technique is not respectable, yet he wins tourneys, so he merits respect. Do what you are passionate about, but don't demand attention for it if you just post videos from your parents pool table.

[@neonknight-1522]

@@kevinbransky1817 stfu

[@alexpollock6932]

@@kevinbransky1817 I’m subscribing to this channel because of you

[@dylany9863]

@@kevinbransky1817 lmao dude shut the fuck up, he’s not asking for attention he’s posting videos on how to play pool because that’s what he likes to do, who cares if it’s his or his parents table why does that even matter?

[@vilhelmhammershoi4631]

Awesome video, Dupree!!! Keep teaching and you do this so down to earth and so eloquently. Advanced pool players and beginners can enjoy your videos! Keep making them!

[@jerryh6284]

Dude! You are a great person to post these videos. They have really helped me and a lot of other people/friends of mine. Thanks again! Peace Brother

[@StuudyUp]

Havent found tutorials like this in my searches! Watched a few a couple days ago and immediately found myself getting nice cuts! Thanks man!

[@CoreyDodge]

Dude congrats, your videos are really well done. We've always had a pool table at home however I just inherited my grandpas and old mans old pool table and I had no idea how complex pool can get.Way to hustle and keep in professional, you'll go a long ways. I plan to watch more vids

[@danabillingsley3304]

I’ve learned a lot from your videos. Please demonstrate as many trick shots as you can!!! I love learning them

[@Raidboss89]

You deffently invest into a head camera so we can see what you see. Or from your point of view. Great video

[@eroc198231]

Everytime I watch your videos I try something new and it works. Thank you very much you're awsome pay no mind to haters and keep educating others👍

[@georgecallaham6309]

very nice been playing a lot of years and at my age seeing some of the old shoots are very helpful. keep on having fun

[@farhadmanjoo2228]

You are clearly good at what you do. Well done for passing on your experience!

[@arionnamiller38]

I would like a shirt, ball or a shaft! You video really helped me when I started playing rotation league last year and I rewatched this video cause the season is starting back up again here soon so wanted to refresh myself. Thank you very much!

[@intervortex8201]

Another great video! Thank you Dumpree! Where did you hit the ball to make the last one?

[@jaredmalmend1489]

I've used some of the methods and he knows what he's talking about thanks for the great advice keep up the good work!!

[@gpuppy1234]

Where did you get those aramith decals from?

[@topher5408]

Hey bud... I'm trying to wrap my head around a two rail kick.. So..using the 0, 10, 20.. per pocket/diamond mark technique, how do you calculate if you need to hit a second rail before contacting your object ball? Any tricks you can share on this specific need?

[@busanixulu2631]

That last shot too sick!!!👏🏾💯

[@garryhastie]

Great knowledge. Well executed shots. Good job. I’ll be trying all of these shots with the exception of the final jump. Thanks man😊

[@NoNo-xg5zi]

What's with all the negative comments? Anything that betters your game is good. Thanks much!

[@williammorris5896]

Norbert Maile yea you can always learn more skills

[@erosethkemp2679]

The haters will be haters.

[@neonknight-1522]

Exept there aint no haters

[@memyselfmakeupbytay1812]

Me.. a casual pool player that happened to play for a team, bested 3 A grade players with your amazing tips! A league coordinator actually asked if I was interested in playing professionally. Thank you so much 🤗

[@dedwards0117]

Thanks for the lessons! Think you could mount the camera above the table?

[@titleisttim]

Thanks J i really enjoy all your videos. I am an average apa player (5/5) and just by watching your videos I think it streangthens my game because i do not own a pool table and really only play once a week with a practice day thrown in once every three weeks.

[@barbarasteed3966]

Got a Crusher like you have

[@clarencesantiago9997]

Thanks for the tips really appreciate them

[@SMW82z]

Great shots and thank you for the tips!

[@spencerbixby7819]

With that first shot when both balls are against the rail, I’ve had some luck with a cross-corner bank shot as well. It’s super awkward and you have to put a bunch of outside English on it, but it’s really fun when it works

[@thisoldnew4544]

I learned a couple things from this video. thanks!

[@mrpoolplayer6379]

Thanks for the tips,,, It's great that we can learn something every day,

[@charlesw4160]

Outstanding young man. I would have loved to play you several games of pool when I was in the army in 1969. At that time in my life I was real good at pool. Now I am 70 years old and If we were to play now, I would have to cheat to win. You are awsume.

[@primetimejake4266]

Very helpful. Thanks for making this

[@fabianportilla7567]

Hey, the kid is good and obviously has a passion. Keep at it. Where can I get a shirt? :-)

[@alecnewman6052]

love your videos man, thank you!

[@mosessea6833]

Thanks a lot. Can't wait to practice these shots.

[@williamwiesand1870]

Hi Jayden - could you tell me how I can learn to pocket the object ball when it is almost straight on with the pocket - but using left or right english (which throws the ball) - how do I compensate for that? TYIA

[@pedropires6445]

Icredible videos! they are actually helping me a lot improving my knowledge of the game.

[@passivemoon]

Thank you. Please, could you show from a mid table view, so one could see the exact way to do it ? You do a good job.

[@MrEding80]

so many negatif comment just because james is still young. ignore those loser james.. u did give so many great explaination for FREE. i love your videos and keep doing it. i m sure alot more people apreciate your work and help their game. im 38years old.

[@haydengoode77]

MrEding80 you should be learning english instead of pool.

[@chabilly]

I'm 67, and this kid is loaded with knowledge and talent. The criticism is coming from ball bangers or video nuts that couldn't piss their way out of a paper bag. lol

[@leightm6689]

@@haydengoode77 You should be learning how to be respectful instead of criticising others :)

[@haydengoode77]

@@leightm6689 fuck that

[@Pjk110]

You know you're growing when you start getting hate. Awesome video! I'm learning from your videos almost exclusively.

[@ethanletzer3507]

What kind of cue are you using? I really like it

[@ltrocha]

So I really didn't get your directions... are you spinning the 9 ball clockwise or counter-clockwise? I'm assuming counter-clockwise.

[@406fishing9]

That first one will help me quite a bit. I took a straight on shot a few days ago at a bar and was super fuckin confused as to why I didn’t make it. Thanks man, and may your game improve

[@jairambalkaran4964]

Fantastic shots it would be great if you can show the position on the cue ball before you execute the shots thank you.

[@greeenjacket]

Complete beginner here. That guard rail shot was a pretty good tip!

[@rexesragmac1149]

Great demo there Sir! it's doable! ... so helpful in every match.. and how i wish i can get one of that very nice T-shirt Sir. but i think it's so hard bkoz im from the Philippines... God Bless You always.

[@jasomkovac9115]

Would like to see the shots from a diff angle. Other than that nice job.

[@billmahon790]

We just bought a table, and after watching a few of your videos .......I'm kicking butt !!!!! and making some spare coin. Thanks

[@andremarshal]

great vid....i play regularly with a freind and i love to see your simple and good explanations....keep up the good work mate ;)

[@theexistentialist.5530]

Well explained, thank you.

[@kathym1740]

Hello! You are a very talented player. Amazing. You do an excellent job with your videos. Thank you for sharing! Take care!

[@charlescecil486]

Great job keep it up. Where you from? Do you play tournament pool?

[@mikeymikes75]

first one ive seen of these, gonna watch the rest of them.. great video, thanks 9/10

[@mdriadmahamudsirazy1742]

Dude you’re amazing 👌

[@jimmyekisa2994]

What tip size and length is your cue, please? I am struggling with the cue size, I feel I need a slightly longer cue, yet I can't find one easily here in Uganda.

[@jeuzermotorwala2330]

Thanks for making this video that is exactly what I needes

[@MariaFlores-sc9zm]

It's good that you explain for those who know the content ! :)

[@johnjarvis6051]

I have run into a couple of these shots. Thanks.

[@MrJdsenior]

Yes, you have to hit the rail locked shot (both balls) to make it run away from the rail slightly initially, to not get the far side pocket point. I HATE that shot. I've even held my stick across the cushion edge there, to prove to myself that the far point truly is not protruding, and usually they are actually just a bit recessed, due to the cloth tension and direction of pull there, especially the quick and dirty cloth finishing method usually employed there, for simplicity and time required. ;-) One problem with the shot is that BOTH balls, if you look at them are actually UNDER the lip of the cushion, as the cushion contacts very slightly above ball center, this is to keep them from flying off the table routinely, but as you probably know, there are ways to hit a ball to purposely make them do that off of a cushion, and to a great degree, especially when the object ball is close to one. And it is nearly impossible to hit a ball without it leaving the table surface (they always fly, just try it with a dime a couple of inches away, and hit the ball with medium speed, and you will see, the coin will not move). This means that when the ball attempts to fly, the rail pushes it away. Another fix, if you have the room (a much shorter rail rail shot) is to hit UP at the cue ball, putting top on it, hit softly, with the but of the cue ON the table. Try it, and see what you think. I think I got that last trick from an old Robert Byrnes' book. His books are excellent, BTW. I think that one was called The Complete Book of Pool Shots, or something silly like that, but it had a BUNCH of useful info on a wealth of nonstandard shots like the one you're demonstrating here. Good luck in your pool endeavors. There ARE people who could jump that yellow ball, even that close, but the majority of them have last names of Kohler and Massey (there are others, though, again, most of them world class trick shooters). WAYYY beyond my pay grade. Enjoy ,that's the biggest part.

[@muhammaddzikri3067]

can you do basic tutorial like bridge stance and how to shoot how to aim etx. thanks

[@jackmaday3708]

My mans calves lookin like pool cues

[@johnbennett5191]

Thanks so much for your videos. An overhead camera as well would really help. I don’t know if this is the right place to ask a question, but here goes. Most of my pool playing has been in bars with tables, and probably a couple of beers. I have been working on a pool stroke instead of just being a banger, and hoper. My way of thinking was if I had a lighter stick like a 20 it would help me have a smoother and lighter stroke. I usually use a heavier stick to break with. Does this make any sense at all I have become somewhat good enough now after a couple years to where I really enjoy this and I’m not so self-conscious about walking into a room with regular players. I don’t ever bet on games. I just go in to enjoy myself. thanks again!!

[@simshadyhagrmfchevy3908]

Thanks Dup for video,don't worry bout haters,they are just jealous,keep on truckin

[@deanthomas9225]

I have been playing pool for 50 years and I'm still learning quite a bit from you. Thank you. I have a question, I saw a girl shoot a shot where the object ball massaid and not the q ball. Do you know how this was done?

[@jazzydfromdc]

Hey Dupree, can you get a close up of where the cue ball makes contact with the side pocket corner?

[@Tony-ou2og]

I've made all these shots before in games but never fully understood the true techniques used. Thanks for the enlightenment

[@313glc]

You're good. Thank you for posting this video. I mean, you're good.

[@iankendrick581]

Great , clear explanations ...thanks dude

[@mayorb3366]

The 8 ball shot at 5:38 can be made in the near corner by the same method you made the 9 ball on the previous shot. Drive the cue ball into the corner of the side pocket bumper, kicks the 8 straight down the rail. Easy for me to say, I've only made the shot once!

[@guttom]

This guy rocks, keep it up. -fan from the Philippines

[@williamguinan9018]

I have watched two of your video enjoyed both very much. I am old pool and snooker player My teachers was road players, English snooker players , smoking rooms , I love pool still to this day , it's nice see young man use modern technology to pass on a skill to others. Pool / Snooker are so much fun play for a family . I remember going to bowling alleys and playing pool as kid with my whole family.

[@alvarovaldez2026]

Hey man your videos are good. I think the explanations are great especially for new players. Don't listen to the negative comments. Good job man.

[@BigDH28]

Good stuff bro. I learned a couple things today. 👌👍

[@maskdwn4445]

how many times did it take you before you actually made it?

[@TADDs101]

How many tries did it take you to make the shots?

[@bobbyd.sykesjr.309]

Just stumble up in your video Dupree! I absolutely love it, and I shoot pool all the time. I like trying different weird angles on shots, and I like your advise. #Keepitup

[@jericocalimlim7455]

What is that pool table what brand?

[@informedcitizen8687]

I like this kid and find him very informative...just wish he had better camera angles, maybe an over head shot or one from the shooters perspective.

[@rayvalle8925]

Excellent instructions and drills. As a recommendation, record with more cameras to better get a look at the shot angles on each shot. Keep up the good work!

[@ishanasperfect]

Good work, definitely helpul. It will be great if you can make some tutorials using a camera on head to see how you the cue ball.

[@foulweatherworks7831]

great video man! thanks for making it!

[@lizageorge8660]

Thank you...really easy to understand. Excellent.

[@chicagobear108]

Question.... What size is the table you're playing on?

[@JP-ho4kr]

So many "pool experts" in the comment section of a how to make pool shots video lol. If you're so good why are you watching a kid teach you shots?

[@mikemcnamara3750]

got em

[@Dessnh]

J P it's good to be open you can learn things from anybody

[@whoamifoo9075]

Teandre Johnson especially bad things

[@aaronhicks3193]

That's some awesome shooting pretty cool looking shirts to

[@CarlosChaconCostaRica]

My thoughts exactly: lots of people criticizing (in the incorrect way) what I find to be a very entertaining video. I guess the "keyboard experts" are not that great in real life pool.

[@sureshsingh-co2wn]

very good keep it up, I look at a lot of your videos and always learn something new.

A+ instruction & price of admission is reasonable too!

[@whoamifoo9075]

watchoahu if you practice real hard you can be as bad as him. lol

[@cubmixit]

Thanks - very helpful!

[@amorgan5844]

Great vid just a suggestion I think it'd be pretty cool if you had a GoPro so we could get your point of view as you shoot

[@uhenoalvarez3480]

thx ,they don't come up often but nice to know

[@MrFasteddiesl]

I look forward to putting theses shots into play

[@riedwaanmarshman5163]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing 👍👌

[@MrKrill7]

Great vid man! Terrific plays! :O

[@TrendTrovenews349]

Good videos bro....keep em coming.

[@alexcollins1630]

The third shot was best,imo. Good upload