Snooker 5 Common Mistakes Professionals Don't Make

[@dennism.7825]

thanks for these foiiive mistakes

[@JamboLinnman]

E’s considerably richer than youw.

[@borisjohnson5536]

1 common mistake all snooker players make not hitting the centre of the woyte!

[@godfrey1212]

Extremely useful tips. Thank you

[@faseehqureshi]

I watched Barry stark as well but your method of teaching is very affective and all the videos are exactly what I wanted to learn and not so lengthy I viewed your channel for the first time and I just loved the content ❤️

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you very much for watching 🙂

[@jamiesmith4352]

Barry stark will send you to sleep, soz Barry 🤣

[@sylvester1894]

I'm from the U.S. and have been studying very hard for two years learning "American" pocket pool, 8 and 9 ball. There are one or two folks here on YTube that I have learned lots from (Dr. Dave, Tor Lowry and Sharivari) but I swear I learn many of the most important things from the likes of you and Barry Stark. You two are wonderful! Thank you so much. I've only been playing two years and I have quickly come to believe that I should move to Britain and take up Snooker instead! Psycholgically and socially I would fit in much better with the snooker crowd!

[@castleanthrax1833]

We also have quite a few tables in Australia, but (sadly) we don't have the professional circuit that the Brits have. Not that I'm of that standard though, but for the amateur, there's lots of fun to be had. ✌️🇦🇺

[@HamiltonVanMan]

@@castleanthrax1833 Canada was mostly like that with lots of snooker tables, but the American pool influence (being so close) has taken over and kind of run snooker out of town.

[@murad5801]

Love how relatable the mistakes are, and the effectiveness of the solutions

[@shubhojeetmazumdar7203]

One of the better videos out there on snooker. Massively helpful and true to every bit. Specially the last point. I was one of those who believed long pots to be the one which needed to be hit hard only to realise how wrong I was. I wish I had seen something like this earlier in my life. I would have been much better of a player but kudos to you. This video is undoubtedly helpful and I would recommend it to beginners. This would definitely save years of grinding and hard work. Trust me. :)

[@BartonSnooker]

Really appreciate your kind words. That's much appreciated and thanks a lot for watching the channel

[@zaibkhan1019]

Yes I do enjoy your advice about how to play snooker correctly... had I had the benefit of these videos of yours 43 years ago I would have honed my natural talent much better...now I'm 64 years of age...still these videos are of great value...!

[@opeltulikylkee7479]

Even tho i dont play snooker. I play billiard. These things are very useful to keep in mind since the games are very similiar.

[@tomsunnex7215]

Excellent tutorial you have highlighted some of my mistakes there. Thanks so much

[@mihaU1]

I've recently started my journey with snooker and just found this video. You're totally on point with the aspect of not hitting balls too hard. During my first time of being behind the snooker table, I was surprised of how little power you actually need to pot a ball. I was sure that due to the huge size of the table, you need to take power shots all the time!

[@steveinturre]

After lockdown my game had gone right down, no confidence in my shots at all. So I went back to basics watched a few of your vids and Bingo I’m back to potting balls and making breaks. I can’t thank you enough.

[@kidsworld9982]

what a beautiful way of teaching! loved it....you have simplified snooker. thanks

[@andrebann3983]

Best online coaching I have come across definitely

[@Nakke013]

Very good tips ! I have admit that I'm guilty for doing all the five wrong. Gotta write these down so I can focus on them more next time I play.

[@habiburrehman2518]

Very good approach to teach these things like properly showing each mistake and then playing it to show the rectification. Simple and easy

[@javyg4336]

I didn’t know my handbrige was too close! I never knew that. Let’s try it again . Wish me luck

[@melmacintyre4167]

Another great video Steve, really learn from your style of instruction .

[@jamessmyth2958]

I"m Just a Beginner.I'm enjoying your tips.Very helpful.Thank you.

[@wersinut1]

I must admit I make all these mistakes .................... but not anymore after watching this brilliant video ! Many thanks - Geoff

[@BartonSnooker]

Cheers Geoff! 😀

[@TOPCyber]

Thank you very much for this video! I also made the same mistake by putting my hand too close to the cue ball. The last couple of weeks, I have put more distance between hand and cue ball and got a lot more action from the cue ball. Also noticed that my cue action in general has gotten a lot better.

[@mouradzahid8640]

This is so helpful we need more topics like that to improve . Learning mistakes has so much better benefit that learning thank you

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you very much. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@stevensmith6406]

Love your coaching manner. Easy to understand.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks Steven 🙂

[@infantalfred4237]

I love the way of teaching... it really helps me where i make mistake while playing certain shots..great content.. keep going

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@beaudog59]

Great checklist. I'll definitely take these tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@lindafaust1511]

Thanks, the timing of seeing this was perfect, really enjoy these. Most apply well to pool.

[@robertr6675]

Excellent tips. Presentation format is great. Don’t change.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you 🙂

[@nabeelparvez2977]

Great video! When I’m playing bad I’m sure I do all 5. I will keep this in mind when I play next, thanks Steve

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot. Great to know the video has helped people. Thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@abubakar.mehmood]

Amazing analysis! Some of these mistakes I realised I had been making only after watching tonnes of coaching videos. Need to make this list and paste it on my wall. :D Thanks a lot!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you very much. Appreciate you watching the videos 🙂

[@dumb861]

This is actually accurate!!!

[@michaelolson6982]

Your coaching tips are excellent and there are many more aspects of improvement to address snooker shots have a lot to do with body balance, however the key is to actually recognise the part of the game that we need to concentrate on and work on it , I love playing snooker and I personally dislike players who attempt to escape a snooker in a way that has absolutely no chance of success.

[@castleanthrax1833]

Yes, there are certain "tricks" that the pros use, and when you know what the approach is, it makes escaping a snooker much more effective. I'm specifically talking about how they extend the line "off" the table, and envision the appropriate angle to come off the cushion.

[@mominarsalkhan]

well truely these tips never told by anyone . thankyou for this efford

[@stevemoppett2759]

Great tips, especially the distance of the bridge hand from the cueball. Another thing I found that improved my pot success was to add a pause before delivering the cue.

[@bfl9075]

Good job, vory easy to understand and vory interesting accent as well😂

[@redbaron1001]

Literally just started playing snooker again and these videos will be great help for improving my snooker skills.

[@sushantkataria422585]

Best video I have ever seen if you want to improve the game

[@snookerproclub5990]

You doing great job. Easy to understand explanation!

[@lochankadagala9223]

Helps me in rectifying my mistakes and improving my game. Please make more videos like this

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you ,🙂

[@mr.marcus3123]

I am extremely interested in controlling the cue ball off the cushions to maker snookers!

[@kerryrenshaw291]

Very clear, and not littered with too many words. I certainly make all these mistakes! Thanks a lot.

[@noekyaw4109]

Always waiting your video because I'm learning from your video.Thanks !

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you!

[@lukestevenson1489]

I watched this before playing with my friends last night and it helped me win my first set of games. Thanks very much!

[@BartonSnooker]

Awesome. Well played Luke 👍

[@jamesgray7064]

I do all of these from time to time lol. This was very informative. Thank you!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot James!

[@simonpoole3053]

Fantastic tips. I struggle with a few of those things. Biggest issue I have is pulling cue back to v of hand and then cuing 6 months through

[@MrKatfit]

That lesson covers a lot of ground ! Love it . From Montreal Canada .

[@Delphiwizard]

I wasn't expecting a great new video so fast :o , what a nice surprise, thanks Steve.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks Franky! 😁

[@TheHamham999]

i came from thailand i watch every video in your channel it help me a lot thank you very much

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you 🙂

[@OGbluetooth_]

I never played snooker in real life but even I understood how to do it properly. Very nice video!

[@indzi1984]

I can relate myself to the 1st mistake and always wondered while watching players like Ronnie O'Sullivan maintaining so much distance between the ball and stick. Thanks a lot

[@stewartmcjinnon6034]

Yes. It needs that distance to build up speed with gradual acceleration so the you stay on line and not jerk the cue. As was explained.

[@obayidulkarim8170]

Very thoughtful corrections which are very much needed.

[@gilpercik2442]

Excellent video! Clear, concise, accurate, and very useful. The camera angles are spot on. I love your videos. Hope to meet you for a 1 on 1 session soon!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot! Much appreciated. Would be great to meet you 🙂

[@hanifghulahmad5991]

Hi and thanks for another great video I've learnt a lot from you, I've got a question, you said hold the cue a bit loose and play soft but I saw the pro players like O' Sullivan and Neil Robinson when they go for screw back shots their cue get bend by their chin if you could make a video about that that'll be great thanks

[@hossamalgewely1]

Salut from Cairo, Egypt Indeed, these mistakes are very common among casual players like myself. Plz keep up the good videos, they are very helpful.

[@BartonSnooker]

Hello from England. Thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@hossamalgewely1]

@@BartonSnooker I have a lot of difficulty regarding potting in the middle pockets, i'd be very thankful if you can male a video about that.

[@BartonSnooker]

@@hossamalgewely1 hi again! Have a look at this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZrSYn6IhqubiJI

[@lyleeeeee4220]

I do most of those mistakes and I beat alot of professionals but thank you Sir for highlighting these because I always said that too people and was yet to see someone who confirms it.

[@sasorideidara1925]

Which professional player did u beat?

[@saadspawn]

@@sasorideidara1925 He meant in a computer. Duhh!!

[@JamboRiffs]

Excellent summary. Great tips well explain. You are giving to much value away for free!! My worst habit is probably putting my hand to close to the cueball. The rest I'm steadily getting better at

[@BartonSnooker]

Many thanks. Always good to help people. Thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@michaelloffredo9913]

Well done, clear and informative. All important points. Thank you.

[@dermotshaw6775]

This style of video is great pal. These mistakes are very typical of what I do 😅. Cheers bud 👌

[@aniketgupta1489]

Very informative and useful. Thank you.

[@porterspestcontrolltdmarkp5816]

Will try this all out at my session this eve. Great video thank you

[@underneonloneliness2]

Very true but the mind still plays a major part. Nerves and pressure will take over.

[@rorydoherty4125]

It’s so much easier learning with these videos keep it up

[@syedhaque1549]

Very useful. Please continue the good work.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks. And thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@mrcommentator3640]

This is great advice and really accurate

[@bigkahuna1950]

excellent advice.. look forward to more tips! Thanks!

[@hamzaimtiaz2089]

Thankgod someone has made a video on these important basic tips thanks bro

[@JHallam77]

I’m a bit behind the times, but I’m loving these. I haven’t played for 18 months, would be shocking going back but these hints could certainly help

[@KishorKumar-re2rs]

Thanks for the video sir... I have started playing snokkers just a month ago but I can rectify my mistakes using your videos

[@yosifstoykov8292]

Snooker coach in Bulgaria told me exact same things and with just couple of weeks training I feel the deference!!!

[@CAM-fk7fd]

Excellent videos, Cheers from NZ.

[@seksatthabang-aw1635]

It's totally great example.Could you please make a video about eye vision. Where should eye looking at when feathering or when delivering the cue-ball?

[@ayman57350]

Hi Steve Actually all videos in the channel are very useful. I have a problem Gripping the cue ? Can you help me and thank you

[@AndyNixon185]

Awesome mate thank you. I've learnt so much from your videos. Watching from here in New Zealand.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot Andy. I appreciate you watching 🙂

[@mohammedsublaban8518]

I learn something new today 😁

[@usurper762]

Excellent tips. Thanks for the video. Keep up the good work!

[@CopyWhoTV]

Great teaching style. Thank you.

[@krishnachawda1160]

You will be best coach in the world ....keep going i learn from you a lots ..please upload more video .

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@robertbatchelor7413]

Thankyou always easy to understand your content ,great stuff

[@kennethbraun1568]

Another useful video which merits attention!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot! Really appreciate the support 🙂

[@hamidali6505]

Amazing job! Could you make a detail video on applying spin on the cue ball,please?

[@chetansalunkhe6108]

Definatly good video and love watching your videos and did helped me alot to improve my game

[@essence6228]

This was very useful. Great reminders.

[@samuellarson62]

Great video! I don't play snooker but rather 8 ball, and this was still very helpful for me!

[@BartonSnooker]

Cheers thanks Samuel!

[@mr.marcus3123]

Very affable and logical run through of the boo-boos! Especially the very first bridge set-up! It's really about long and low. low and slow with controlled power and precognition. Great job!

[@BartonSnooker]

Many thanks! Thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@craigobrien8872]

Nice video Steve! Common mistakes indeed, unfortunately I can relate to them all too much! It's like you based this video off watching me play!!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks Craig. Thanks for watching!

[@John._.T]

Really helpful as always. Thanks 👍

[@usmansarim4709]

You explained it so nicely....the best way it could be..

[@bottlecap57]

Nice video. I'm guilty of using too long a bridge at times but only when bridging off the cushion. Really have to keep my head still on those or the cue goes sideways lol.

[@BartonSnooker]

Ha! Thanks! Yes, anywhere from 9" to 12" I would recommend. 9" may be a bit short for some players, but we want it compact enough, without restricting the backswing.

[@j.dmetalhead7517]

My game has improved since watching this video THANK YOU

[@denniskjrsgaard9052]

Really good video, more of this style please.

[@BartonSnooker]

Cheers, thanks for the comment 🙂

[@KimiiiRaikkonen]

I like these kind of top x lists. I like how straight to the point you always are in your videos aswell. ! Your examples are great too, and I do agree :D There's one more thing I really feel is a common "mistake". And that's making a steady bridge over balls between the white ball and where I want to put my bridge ! I struggle with it and I'm sure alot others do too :D (We don't have that high spider bridge so gotta use my short fingers, I wish I had long piano fingers. those people are lucky! )

[@foru2810]

Amazing sir u r a real coach

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you!

[@syphon47]

Really like the video. Will keep these things in mind. Thanks as always Steve!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you!

[@siddeshtribhuvane1456]

Hey i loved the video. Im keen to work on my spin shots and how to control the cue to plan the next ball.

[@georgecolbert3247]

Great videos. Very helpful.

[@hakam0355]

This is the best video in my perspective.keep up the good work

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you 😀

[@gunnerman1880]

Nice video and very informative thanks!

[@garyohara4612]

Very useful video. Thanks.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@timip3658]

Thank you this video, I'm definitely going to put this into action next time I'm at the club

[@BartonSnooker]

Many thanks! Let us know how you get on!

[@gmonkey808]

great style of video. its as important to know what you are doing wrong as it is right,

[@markbennett3400]

Great advice, and so pleasant approach from an expert.

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you very much 🙂