6 Tips For Straighter Cueing | Snooker Lesson

[@sharmalarm]

Tip 1: 0:20 Keep your head still Tip 2: 1:56 Don't overtighten the grip Tip 3: 3:05 Use a longer backswing Tip 4: 4:31 Gradually build up the cue speed Tip 5: 5:43 Don't steer the cue/shot Tip 6: 7:03 Look at the object ball when you strike Thank you so much for your help Steve! :)

[@postyboy007]

Does everyone look at the object ball after the back swing?

[@Ch1nny1985]

@@postyboy007 i don't, this one can really mess me about so I try not to think about it. I look at the white then red very quickly.

[@garyohara4612]

@@alphacool7967 why should he? He has provided you with free content and coaching tips, why not be grateful and stop demanding what he should or should not do with his video?

[@benharris8644]

@@alphacool7967 maybe he can come round and play your shots for you too?

[@OwainCooper]

@@postyboy007Idk but Stephen Hendry amd Ronnie O’Sullivan look at the Cue ball

[@ernoeskeli1139]

Funny thing is that whenever you think that the angle you've picked is too thick/thin, the adjustment you make (intentionally or sometimes unintentionally) will make the miss even worse. That's why it's so important to learn to line up shots correctly and fully commit to the angle you've chosen. If it doesn't feel right when you're down on the shot, just get up and line up the shot again.

[@fradaja]

You see the potting angle before you address

[@ernoeskeli1139]

@@fradaja yes but sometimes when you're down on the shot the angle may seem wrong and trying to adjust it without getting back up is not the way to go, that was my point

[@fradaja]

@@ernoeskeli1139 I never do that it can knock your arm off the potting line, I get back up , re- address put the cue back on the line and settle my Body on the cue , that should put my cue arm on the line , pull back as straight as I can , and push through , same tempo every shot .

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Great advice, I'm going to start useing that. I'm working on strat in shots and cue ball strait fallow. And it is tough.

[@ernoeskeli1139]

@@DANTHETUBEMAN Knowing how to line up straight pots and cue perfectly straight through the cue ball is the true essence of this game. Remember, every shot is a straight shot.

[@Larsson786]

Easily the best coach online. Every video is packed with useful tips.

[@ianwatkins6202]

100% he is the best coach online! And comes across as a real gentleman.

[@sukradi]

Not an iota of doubt. I fully agree with you.

[@cricstar2087]

Larsson786 what about Barry stark

[@the_alchemy_method]

Coaching also needs to be interactive at a certain point

[@end-game2030]

FANTASTIC ADVICE!!! Needed this after the lockdown.....

[@MANNNS1]

I always apply these leanings while playing a match keeping in mind and it really works out for me. Thanks Steve for picking up these minor aspects for people like us.

[@sheikebrahimsheikismail]

You've simply & brilliantly answered the very question I've been asking myself this entire morning- God sent. Thanks 👌 😊

[@hughbrennan2268]

Can you share something about cue selection and correct weight

[@markclayton626]

I’ve started emailing you videos to myself, then when I’m off to the club I can watch them just before I leave, or play the audio in the car when I’m on route, I’m going to start doing that next time I’m off to play. Thanks for the great vids Steve. 👍

[@hendry147147]

The best tip I’ve found out for myself only last week was that I wasn’t aiming at the white where I think I was hitting. That’s came down to when I used my white cueball that’s got lines and a dot to use as a coaching ball , I’m sure you know what I mean. But the best procedure is to get one of them and when you’re on the shot , make sure you’re wrist and grip is in a relaxed position when the tip of your cue is covering the mark on the special cueball. That’s will change you as a player. 76 is my highest break without trying to coach myself and I’ve made every other break up to 76 except 72,73 . But if you’re looking to improve you do need to study why you’re potting or what makes you pot that ball and try learn what you’re doing right. Snooker is a very tough game to master. Good luck all .

[@Rose20243]

Amazing coach and wonderful explanation

[@tonymarshall4164]

Great tips as usual Steve, you have helped me from being a player who was happy with a red and a colour to having breaks of high twenties to low thirties. Thank you.

[@BartonSnooker]

Awesome Tony! 🙂

[@salas..5686]

Thanks mate, great tip about looking at the red last when playing the shot, I was looking at the cue ball when playing the shot..thanks

[@shawglen5012]

This is the best online snooker coach channel. Thx for ur good video and information. Snooker lover from Hong Kong 👍🏻

[@billbryce2538]

Had to smile about number 6 - Stephen Hendry just admitted to Steve Davis that he looks at the cue ball during delivery. I really liked to see that your grip on the cue on the backswing isn't as "open" as you see a lot of the pros - I just can't manage that full finger "unfurl". Also, on Tip 4, I picked that up from Kyren Wilson a few years ago. It was really noticeable on power shots that he started his delivery slowly and then drove through the ball. I feel that trying to power through from the beginning uses big muscles in your arm which don't have the fine control. If you start slowly, it gives the big muscles time to get up to speed (so to speak) in a straight line.

[@ezramwiti5996]

great coaching tips especially for beginners.

[@djdommes9302]

Most average players practice potting balls as a way to improve their game, when the real problem is grip, stance and stroke technique ! Fundamentals is the key. Great video sir !

[@the_alchemy_method]

Yes always important to isolate the root problem. Something most coaching programs dont ever find

[@RoyPeisley]

Thank you for making snooker a more enjoyable game , wonderful tutorage

[@vyger6336]

Thanks for great video. You have just taught me why I make great shots and miss some easy shots. I've looked around for a video to find out which ball to focus on ,cue ball or object ball, and thanks to you now I know. I'm sure that was one big reason for my inconsistency as well as my cue stick speed . Thanks so much

[@yurdelali7890]

Fantastic video! Learnt more in your 10 minute video than in 20 years of playing the game. Thank you. Another subscriber 👍🏼

[@soufianezarrok5920]

thanks Again Steve for your well put tips and the quality of the whole video.

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

This is the things you have to work out to get better. Great set of lessons in this video.

[@snookerproclub5990]

Nice and clear explanation. Beneficial for all level players especially beginner and intermediate players.

[@jimmyleegarza4820]

Only teacher to teach rule number 6. Thank you sir for the video.

[@OGA_999]

Fantastic coaching with clarity and focus. Thanks so much

[@davidlong6358]

brilliant watching your vids has greatly improved my game ,and my confidence,can comfortably knock 20+ and up to 40ish breaks now

[@cameronpatrickscott]

Invaluable thankyou.

[@simonpoole3053]

Excellent tips Steve. Very helpful

[@davidgastrell9252]

Excellent video Steve. Every day's a school day.. Many thanks...

[@drenni017]

I play mostly 8 ball pool, but I keep watching your videos Coach Barton for the plan and easy way you explain thing, verbally and visually. So, thank you very much!

[@Jeff82556]

VERY good video! I feel like I've learned more in the last 8 minutes of your video than in the last 8 years. THANKS!

[@faysalmalik2661]

Thanks Steve. Your guidance has helped me improve my game . I am a big fan of yours. Love from pakistan . Stay blessed

[@MambinSin]

Very informative video with lots of instructions thank you

[@desmond9168]

Excellent-again! All your vids are well presented and so interesting. Keep up the good work.

[@pierogiguy]

Not a Snooker player, but I do love using my Snooker cue playing 10-ball. I just had the largest breakthrough about a week ago related to visual alignment (not dominant eye...vision center) and my game has improved so much...can't believe I didn't think about this years ago. Great video!

[@jledgerton]

What an amazing public service! Great explanation of concepts I have been working on all my life. Easy like and sub.

[@paul2002100]

Going back to the Snooker Academy in Sheffield after 2 years.... Needless to say, need as much heads up as possible. Thanks for these videos

[@beercanbrian1880]

This is good stuff for American players who generally don`t play snooker. Same fundamentals apply. I enjoy snooker myself. It's a great game to improve your cueing skills because of the distances and tight pockets. In pool, snooker or 9-ball or whatever, stroke is king.

[@Delphiwizard]

It doesn't get any better then these great videos, thanks for the advice Steve, i am guilty on most of these i'm afraid, lots to work on.

[@greeneyeddevil1]

Very effective coaching thank you. To move forward move back to excellent execution of the basics

[@himalaypatel6456]

Extremely important topic! Really Great help. Good points described in the video. @ BartonSnooker one request: if you can make a video on explaining “how to measure a power in terms of backswing” that would be really beneficial. In other words how much should I bring the cue back when trying to hit 3 or 4 power and so on. Thank you.!

[@tacticalchunder1207]

Backswing and longer bridge was huge for me. Also looking at the object ball when I strike instead of the white was a big one.

[@Poolwizardno8]

Easy to understand and Brilliant advice

[@KishorKumar-re2rs]

Another useful video as always... Thanks Barton :)

[@mathewward750]

Hi Steve - watching your videos down here in Australia - a player since I was a young lad but now I’m in my 50’s and struggling. Just seeing if you could address wrist alignment (that is straight versus cocked) in a video regarding cue action. Thanks for all your efforts with your lessons

[@roadshowautosports]

Thank you for these set of very useful tips! You Snooker players have this down to a science!!! Love the way you time yourself by tapping your middle finger twice on the table @ 5:30 min what is a great method! Thank you!

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you! It's definitely much more involved in terms of consistent smooth execution. Thanks a lot for watching 🙂

[@limkh9025]

The most basic fundamental points a player must get accustomed to, very good coaching lesson, thank you so much!

[@sofianebelafkih6592]

Excellent !! Very clear explanations and useful !!! Thanks!!!!!

[@asadgondal7805]

Love ur way of teaching. Stay blessed

[@jagz008]

Steve, your tips are fantastic, I have greatly improved from watching your videos, I am starting to make some consistent breaks I had two 60s b2b today and one was a clearance. I have been searching for more tips on improving my safety game as I have lost more frames than I should of in my local league this season due to coming to the table and not having a clue what to play in different scenarios, I'm pretty good a basic safety but when your down to the colours anyone can win and I've noticed on recent tournaments on t.v there's a lot of similar battles to pinch frames. Long pots to nothing worth going for if confident but if you miss its frame over?

[@ssjgodo2023]

Very useful and well explained as always. Thanks.

[@GRODBINFLORES]

Muy buen video, excellente, esos consejos son muy uitiles cuando se va a hacer un tiro de larga distancia y donde se requiera mucha concentracion, presicion y exactitud.

[@DHMarkein]

Thank you for the video mate @BartonSnooker. I'm Glad that you can explain all the problem that i really have. Even with easy ball i can't strike it straight. Point number 5 & 6 really happen to me. But after you upload this video, i know exactly what is the problem that i need to fix. Thank You once again.

[@britishbreakdown]

Very Helpful..Thank You !!

[@vokerjames4536]

Hands down the best online coach ever! Straight to the point and excellent demonstration. Does he have an instagram account though?

[@Spectre_Starlord]

Best coach. Your vids helped me alot

[@martindunford2291]

Tremendous help Great clarity and sense without overcomplication Definitely improved my extremely low level game! Cheers MD

[@thehobbyshop5154]

great videos. Following these i improved my game. Thank you for making stuff. Keep making.

[@dagukmonster]

Some really great tips, thanks Steve.

[@karlfowkes1109]

I'm a pool player but the last 3 are very handy - and mistakes that do creep in from time to time. Thanks!

[@BartonSnooker]

Cheers Karl. Great to help!

[@ianwatkins6202]

Another fabulous video! First class! Best wishes to you 😊 Ian

[@itsreestabor]

Number 4 was an interesting one, building up the cue speed. Thanks for the advice.

[@Pr0feBboy]

Excellent! Really good content!

[@gangstylo]

Thanks for the tips coach 👍

[@philcamp9663]

Steve must b the best coach n the world. I can't believe there would be anyone better

[@BartonSnooker]

I really appreciate the support Phil 👍😀

[@MuhammadRehan-sd1cw]

Sir keep it going. It's a lot helping

[@עדיפורת-פ6ה]

Thanks coach !! I’m improving.... every time I’m watching your video’s. the eye pattern...... at last ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻

[@borisstrijlev6592]

Very nice video. I also look at the object ball while I strike the cue ball and I find it a lot more natural. However, some professional players (Hendry, Williams, etc.) stated that they look at the cue ball last, which I find quite peculiar, especially on long distance shots.... What do you think about that?

[@BartonSnooker]

Do whatever feel comfortable for you!

[@danaberezenjy]

This is really helpful, thanks a lot

[@andrewlambley9644]

Always good to watch, thank you

[@akwurd]

This was great! I've been looking for a video like this! Thank you so much

[@kendalltroy3627]

Hi Steve. All your instructional videos are excellent. I have one question. When you look at the cue ball for the last time, just before you strike the cueball, where should you be looking at that ball?

[@weejim48]

Hiya Steve, just been try to employ some of your tips . I must say that my cueing is a bit smoother but still missing easy shots. I’ve tried to aim the way you demonstrate in your videos but still off bay half an inch or they rattle in the jaws. Managed a 19 break but panicked. Will keep watching but I need more practice. Keep up the good work 👍👍

[@harshdeepbagga82]

Thank you for the guidance.

[@waynetalley5080]

Great video as always Steve ! I cant wait to get back onto the table to practice these great tips!

[@sundu21]

Great lesson

[@CuriosityCapsule]

Hi Steve. Definitely looking to book some lessons in when I return to the UK. Just out of curiosity, have you ever looked to compete in competitions? If not, why!?

[@bossp1114]

Thank you so much, Coach 🙏🙏

[@Roywinchester87]

Awesome instructor….good👏

[@aaditlakhotia9116]

Hi I am from India. Love your videos. Really get help watching it. Help me about how to handle pressure situation, and generate good safety shots

[@kevinbrennan2004]

Very helpful. Thankyou.

[@andradimas644]

Many thx. This video helps me a lot 👍👍

[@shaytam6803]

Very informative , subscribed .

[@michaelchung147]

Very useful! 👍

[@kenelder9615]

I glued a small ball bearing about 2 inches from the end of my cue, into a little indent I made with a drill. When moving the cue back and forth I see that I was rotating the cue, the ball bearing gives me feedback so that I can correct my grip and arm to cue straighter. It also is good on shots with the rest, you can draw a bead on the object ball easier.

[@aminuddinawangkechik3423]

How about attach a laser pointer to the cue?

[@reverseside7387]

That needs a picture, sounds incredible !

[@Thequietman-jp5py]

Great advice Steve thankyou very much just can't wait to get on the table again take care be safe 😀👍👍

[@romelllane7583]

Great Lesson!

[@MrJdsenior]

I play pool, not snooker, but I will definitely try to incorporate these tips. I think the cue acceleration might be the one that might do me the most good...that and staying down and still, which I still struggle with, at times. Already knew all this, but hearing it again every once in a while is good, and I definitely need to drill some of it. Thx.

[@stumpymacbagpipes16]

Tip 5 is a brilliant tip as this is what I've found myself doing, however never realised the importance of avoiding it. I'm down my local Snooker club tomorrow so I'll practise these useful points then. Thanks

[@chichoayala8185]

Muy bueno...Steve... De Chicho Ayala ..de Argentina

[@leephillips2997]

Awesome video!! Thank you. The challenge for me is I've already created some bad habits and it's very difficult getting out of those. 😕😞 I'd appreciate any advice concerning bad habits thx

[@kfmctell]

Excellent video as always- so important to revisit the basics every now and then. Thanks coach 👍🏻

[@mrcs3]

nowadays nobody can make me sit and watch an 8:47 video of any kind but Steve brilliant.

[@zeekrfc83]

Great video mate hope you and family are well 😁, I definitely grip my cue to tight at times so that's something that I really have to try change to deliver the cue in a straight line more thanks 😁

[@sukradi]

Hello Steve, It is another amazing video from you. Can you please explain in one of your future videos, on how to get down to the shot with head in appropriate position for that shot? I end up going to my left and then right, before reaching to the final position. This does not seem correct. Thank you!

[@mattiv.7223]

Great video! I really appreciate what you are doing. 😀

[@novaguy509]

Fantastic. Thanks

[@traceypreston5906]

Brilliant advice

[@chekymonkey4452]

grate job that was well explained nice one

[@lafaelerobertson599]

Thank you Steve

[@a1t1i1f1]

Probably the best video on mistakes. Thank you sensei

[@BartonSnooker]

Thank you!