Chill APA Match (POV style) | SL5 vs SL4 w/Commentary

[@lazyman1128]

As an amateur that has a genuine obsession with pool(possibly unhealthy if you ask the wife) I watch so much professional play, but I find that amateur content is much more relatable. It also weirdly helps you learn to watch those at your skill level or slightly above your skill level because your knowledge is similar, and while you may see the pros do something, you don’t necessarily have the knowledge to know how or why they play the shot like this or that. Watching amateur play has surprisingly helped my game by not having to make such jumps and leaps from what I can currently do or know. Found another great amateur channel with good quality, editing, and of course commentary! Keep it up, can’t wait to meet you in the finals of the us open one day! 😂

[@mikestuckey]

hahahaha!! your assessment of viewing amateur pool and it helping our game is spot on. so glad you added to the conversation! thanks my friend!

[@michaelstyx6265]

Love the chill vibe while analyzing your own game. Watched while working and made it really easy to follow along without distracting too much from work. Great job!

[@mikestuckey]

Wow, glad to hear! It was a last minute idea to find some "chill" music to see how it played out. Super cool, Michael, thanks for letting know!

[@lawrencedawson9907]

Great video. I appreciate videos that describe the thoughts behind the shots taken and explain what they did right and wrong. Keep putting out the videos!

[@mikestuckey]

great encouragement bro. I will! thanks so much!

[@devinshannon2995]

Very cool, love having the option to watch commentary amateur matches like this. Pov is a nice touch to add to what Josh already provides. It would be cool to have a race and score bracket somewhere on the screen, and don't forget to have a drink handy to start. You're killing it. That was fun to watch. Your friendly APA 6 in the Denver area, cheers

[@devinshannon2995]

Also, the lofi jazz is a great touch as well

[@mikestuckey]

all excellent tips!! thanks for such great feedback. chime in anytime!!

[@jdaviswarren]

Didn't realize you had started doing the POV shots Mike. Looks awesome. Looking forward to seeing more of the videos.

[@mikestuckey]

J! Yea man, i’m gettin them out now!! thanks for chiming in!

[@ronalsingh12345]

I just watched 3 videos back to back. Lol. I am hooked.

[@mikestuckey]

no way haha!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾 you are my number one fan!!

[@mikestuckey]

or maybe just a fan of the game haha #sitdownmike

[@ronalsingh12345]

Both 👍

[@Skullysogservices]

LOVE SEEING QUALITY NEW CHANNELS!!!!!

[@mikestuckey]

skoolie school haha dope name! great comment man thanks for chiming in! i’ll keep’m coming!!

[@geraldchavez2405]

Keep the content coming man. Love the way your channel is set up vs other with low budget set up. You can tell you do it for a living.

[@mikestuckey]

nice that that is noticeable! thanks for sharing that! will keep it going!!

[@oponamikwe5011]

Loving POV bro. Get to see how shots should be setup. Dont stop it. Dope music and camera work

[@mikestuckey]

🔥🔥🔥 feedback bro! so helpful to hear what people like about the Vids. It’s all just an experiment really lol

[@dfynt1G]

Love watching these amateur formats equally as much as any of the pros...especially when the video quality is this good. Please keep it up.

[@mikestuckey]

That's why I starting doing these. We need to see ourselves play haha! Thanks!!

[@CoDJuggernautt]

Great content. In a way I’d prefer watching the amateur content vs. the pros. I have a suggestion that you make a video showcasing trick shots such as jump shots/jumping off rails/massè shots, as well as a how to. Good shooting!

[@pinkgirls3109]

Mike, you are awesome!!! Your game is strong and you’re an amazing human. Keep the videos coming.

[@mikestuckey]

what a lovely comment! supreme encouragement! thanks so much my friend!!

[@mauriced9878]

Great quality homeslice! Keep em’ comin’

[@mikestuckey]

Homeslice! You know I appreciate cha!! They coming!!

[@jacksondang8268]

love the content! being of the younger generation of pool players i enjoy the modern take of the content

[@mikestuckey]

Man that’s great feedback I appreciate your thoughts! The promo side of the sport could definitely use an overhaul. I’ve got some cool ideas coming down the pipeline!

[@dullstar638]

I could literally see that title coming up! What a great game

[@dullstar638]

This is Krishanu by the way… my daughter keeps her name on it 😅

[@mikestuckey]

yooo!! glad to know it’s you!! it was a good game!! thx for the comment

[@embracemarriageministries4882]

That was an awesome shot at the end!

[@johngdrums420]

Another nice video and appreciate ya calling my channel out. Ive done like 2 little 9 ball run videos, but mainly drum covers. My new predator revo setup showed up yesterday and im making everything it seems, not really 😆. But anyways, i may have to do some more pool videos in the future. Ive also watched some of Josh Powell's matches. Yall keep at it. Rack em!

[@mikestuckey]

Man..I think im going to get a revo just to see how I like it! Let me know how ya shootin with it. Josh Powell is a big inspo for these! Thx for chiming in!

[@YeaILikeDaRice]

Let’s goooooo!

[@mikestuckey]

woooooooooooo!! hahaha

[@RobertCOVELL]

Would love to see you come to Hardtimes Billiards of Sacramento, CA. Oscar Domingquez is owner and it is fantastic vibes and competition and fantastic table conditions, 34 tables total. As well as Collins Newey as back tournament room streamer of Post-Up youtube channel!!

[@mikestuckey]

Aye!! That is a deal! Part of what I want to do with the channel is feature other cities pool culture. Karl Boyes has the European scene covered, I want to do something similar here. And man...I watch a ton of Collins streams!! Cool to know that's where he is based!! Thanks Robert!

[@robbie_fb6]

Some of the best vid quality 🙏 love watching your vids

[@mikestuckey]

man I love to hear that! thanks so much!

[@cosc137]

@8:35 Hi Mike. Whenever your opponent is hitting his cue ball straight into his object ball that is very close, I recommend a third party to watch. This is the 2nd double hit I have seen in the last 2 of your videos that I have watched (I have not watched your videos in order)

[@rjdscott]

Great stuff. Keep it up!

[@mikestuckey]

Thanks for the comment! I will!

[@killshot093]

Hey Mike, have you considered using a glove? Especially with a closed bridge, it really helps with consistency and they aren't super expensive.

[@mikestuckey]

you know since I got the carbon fiber shaft I haven’t been using one. I have them but yea, I like the feel without it rn. thx for chiming in!!

[@rustyrat851]

Good stuff. Seen you at tournaments . I shoot at jobs

[@mikestuckey]

man thats wild!! Did the video just pop up on your homepage? And yea I walk around with my camera everywhere lol yep Im that guy!

[@scooperjs]

Lil’ Chris is another one that commentates on his games.

[@a_canal]

Nice cinematography

[@mikestuckey]

Thanks!!

[@MedicatedActivities]

Cool pool content bro! Keep it goin!

[@mikestuckey]

thanks my friend!! let’s gooo!!

[@RobertCOVELL]

Love u man! I gotta play u sometime Also thanks for reply! Im in Sacramento California, i would love to visit out in TN for music and pool and much more

[@mikestuckey]

Yes and yes!! I'll let you know when I plan a west coast trip!!

[@cosc137]

@11:10 You had natural shape to the 5 just by making the 6. A hair left may be ok too, but too much left may have taken you towards the 8. Enjoying your videos more and more, Mike 😀

[@mikestuckey]

great observation. but I missed it 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️

[@anthonymoore986]

Nice

[@raelynnclinard]

lol taken the excuse off.. i need to learn to do that! XD... good content sir - new sub here! :)

[@mikestuckey]

you were probably my 500th sub!! AYE!!! Thx for the words and hahaha yea I have so many funny slip ups 😂

[@raelynnclinard]

@@mikestuckey nice :) same here, no biggie! I like it better when you call yourself out on it, makes it more entertaining as I do the same IRL. :D

[@geraldchavez2405]

Do you use the rayban smart glasses for your pov? Has analyzing your game pov style increased your performance/consistency?

[@mikestuckey]

ha! it’s a gopro. I have been able to see how much I move while im down in the shot so yea it’s helping!

[@cosc137]

@22:02 I'm with Tim on that one, Mike. That was horrible shape on the 8 🤣🤣🤣 Either draw it back for the corner or follow it to the spot line for the side.

[@MD-vy9jb]

I am so glad it popped up for me. Great video, commentry and all. I am an amateur player myself in Poland (I would estimate myself as 5-6 in your APA system) and it's nice to see people struggle with the same pool problems all around the world :) One question - the tables are very, very dirty. I get that the owners would like to change the cloth if it's absolutely necessary, but could they not just clean it? It's cheap. Or you could get a few friends from your league and offer to wash it for free. It makes a huge difference to play on a clean cloth.

[@mikestuckey]

yes, tell me about it… they’re so dirty. Nice to see you’re watching from Poland! do you have pool leagues there?

[@MD-vy9jb]

@@mikestuckey There are three national leagues, but the lowest one would be apa7 or 8 at least (i.e. not for me). Plus there are local amateur cups, but no consistent scoring system, unfortunately. We usually play on well maintained, tight 9ft tables though, so it's difficult to compare 121 with your matches (no hate on smaller tables, just telling there is a difference in setup). Anyway, good luck with your pool adventure, thanks for sharing your amateur pov. I appreciate it even more than pro matches, you are so relatable 😄

[@cosc137]

@31:40 Hi Mike, I notice on POV that your practice strokes are not straight. Imagine there is a straight line from the center of the cue ball to where the center of the cue ball would be when it hits the object ball. If you focus on your tip following through on that straight line, you will increase your pot percentage.

[@AyooJoey]

Loving the videos. Can you keep it in POV longer until the ball drops in the pocket? Feel like you cut way too early.

[@mikestuckey]

spot on bro! The problem is I pop up before the ball goes in and it’s super jarring to leave that camera view on. But y he last match that I recorded I made a point to stay down as long as possible. So we will see it better with the next POV style! Thanks for the feedback as always!

[@pioneert90]

Love the videos, keep em coming! How long have you been playing for?

[@mikestuckey]

thanks for chiming in! been playing league for two yrs. not much before that.

[@tkaigs_]

Chattanooga would love to have you come down (actually Hixson, TN) Sweet Melissas Billiards - always tournaments on the weekends

[@mikestuckey]

bro, thanks for letting me know! will make it down soon for sure!!

[@backyardbilliards101]

I do not play APA but I do play Napa pool league. They have the same rules as BCA. Does not really matter what kind of stick you have you just need to make sure you have a good tip. I can only play on 9 fts and I only play on small tables on league....7 diamonds.

[@mikestuckey]

Having a good tip is a good tip!! Thank my friend!!

[@cj-ef1rp]

Regarding the comment about your head shifting from cue to object ball, it could be that you are doing that because of your vision through your glasses. If when you are down and focused on the cue, just shift your eyes and verify you can see the object ball clearly. Can you? There are “pool glasses” that much taller lenses to assist players who wear them while playing. My point is this could be unintentional but necessary. Use a camera to watch your face while you shoot long shots (straight at your face from the opposite rail). That will tell you if it’s happening always.

[@mikestuckey]

The face cam idea is super insightful. I'll do that. And thanks for the feedback!! It may be because of the glasses.

[@JamesBrown-l1r]

I’m that excited teammate lol

[@mikestuckey]

hahaha yup

[@michaelcooper9537]

Enjoy the videos. What is the deal with not putting cash down as the marker? I use a coin as my marker. Sl4 for session in on 8 ball.

[@mikestuckey]

buddy of mine said it’s not allowed in vegas. so I took his word for it. I do know everything is more strict during tournaments so I guess he was just informing me not to do it then.

[@theManaen]

I'm taking credit for that 3 ball going in

[@mikestuckey]

touché 😂

[@anthonymoore986]

Lmao @ the outro

[@mikestuckey]

bro so funny, I couldn’t remember what it was..

[@mikeind6378]

when you are doing matches, it would be nice to show the name/sl/racks needed for win, and score in a banner that is on screen. I believe there is software that allows you to do that.

[@mikestuckey]

thx mike! i’ll look into that!

[@taylorwest6680]

You should really work on a your pre shot routine. Stand back from the shot and walk into the aim line (you are standing over the ball and then going down on your shot). Take a walk around the shot. See all the different angles. This helped me go from a SL 4 to SL 7 in 2 seasons.

[@mikestuckey]

i’ve gotten better at this. But yea still need to be more disciplined with it. Thx!

[@habs4life41]

What a way to lose that 1st game..brutal! Love watching players MY skill level lol

[@mikestuckey]

haha glad its connecting!! Thx for chiming in my friend!

[@PeacefulVictorytoTruth]

first game. u should selected Solids. the 10 and 13 were trouble... just sayin I'm an old apa player. late 90's early 00's. I had teams out of a poolhall that Bata and Django hung their hats back then...

[@mikestuckey]

hahaha you’re right!! thanks for chiming in!

[@PeacefulVictorytoTruth]

@@mikestuckey You still got a good eye though, good luck on your session. May your experience take you to Vegas!!

[@mikestuckey]

@@PeacefulVictorytoTruth 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@lawrencedawson9907]

I always watch Josh Powell’s videos and definitely added you to my watch list. Learn so much more from watching these types of videos.

[@ebongombilabecker925]

Good game. I challenge you as well let me know when

[@mikestuckey]

Challenge accepted! See you out there!!

[@ShawnWeeks-hj8fc]

Wear is this place at ?

[@mikestuckey]

Froggys in Spring Hill, TN!

[@ShawnWeeks-hj8fc]

@@mikestuckey what you going to spot me wild 7

[@timothyphillips7992]

Hey Mike, I’m really enjoying the content. I’d like to play a few racks. If you’re interested let me know.

[@mikestuckey]

Man I'm getting a lot of requests to play and I'M DOWN haha!! Let's chat about it. My Insta is @mikestuckey hit my inbox!

[@BredStik]

Is this an APA thing that it's a loss when scratching when attempting and missing the 8?

[@mikestuckey]

yep. it’s the only league I’ve played in so i’m not sure how it is in others.

[@charlesreynolds2871]

What part of country are you in

[@mikestuckey]

Nashville, TN! Come visit!!

[@briangray2850]

I’d have to disagree with the “pool cue is a pool cue” line (just my opinion). I’ve played with house cues and quality cues. Quality is always better. I will say the tip is the most important part though.

[@mikestuckey]

yep another guy mentioned the tip…💯 right

[@benjaminmassey6431]

Mike, I would like to have a race to 7 with you for 100 dollars, 8 foot table, anytime and anywhere but Froggies.

[@mikestuckey]

hahaha hey the tables have been repaired there now. new cloth, rails, balls, and a dollar machine on the side. but yea they’re not 8ft.

[@coronate5818]

I notice that you are having hesitancy on your stroke, just like I have been. Go to 7:13 and put the video in .25 speed, as you go through the ball you suddenly pull back which can make your aim slightly off. You also may have hit the ball a bit too hard or maybe your alignment was a bit off. I have been trying to analyze the alignment issue I may have when playing, and it looks like you might have one as well. There is another KZbinr (who is 6’5”) and he just made a video about aligning your body on the path. I myself am 6’4” so I find the alignment sometimes difficult. Do you ever consider the different things that could be affecting your shots?

[@mikestuckey]

thanks for the tips! I consider everything but I haven’t had decent practice sessions to address them. making a list! your feedback is appreciated!!

[@thelastchance1921]

@ 8:36 is this a foul?? it looked like he double hit to me the way the cue ball acted.

[@mikestuckey]

hmmm.. I checked it out frame by frame and yea you're on to something. I can't say definitively but the cue ball did have some extra force behind it 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@diegosaly]

A pool cue definitely is not just a pool cue .

[@mikestuckey]

definitely not lol

[@ATown-ql2nj]

I hope to play you one day

[@mikestuckey]

lmk if you’re around nashville we can make it happen!!

[@ATown-ql2nj]

@@mikestuckey I didn't know. Bet that. I have my snacks in Nashville. I'm only an hour away. What's your Instagram?

[@raymondsanchez3231]

I’m a new subscriber but not too the APA and I like the way you do the video

[@mikestuckey]

Thank you my friend!! Just starting out so let me know how I can make them even better!

[@murahk123]

First rack: ball in hand you should’ve shot the furthest ball (10) first and come down for the two stripes in the side. Your ball selection pattern is poor and you had ball in hand.

[@mikestuckey]

💯 it is poor. it’s crazy how at the table you see one thing but back home looking at it on my monitor I see a million better ways I could’ve done something. thanks for the feedback. I will pay more attention to my patterns!

[@charlesreynolds2871]

A pool cue is what you are comfortable with

[@mikestuckey]

completely agree, Charles!! Which one are you comfortable with rn?

[@crownstupid]

I love the chill of this vids

[@mikestuckey]

appreciate that! love all the feedback!

[@xdecemberguy1]

With the different materials, weight, shaft diameter, and tip. I would disagree. Yes, they all perform a function but some do it better and preferences effect your performance.

[@xdecemberguy1]

That is the worst cloth I have ever see on a premium 💎 table.😢

[@Ret_Lineman]

Absolutely no clue how to play the game of 8 ball 8 ball is for chess players not checkers players

[@mikestuckey]

hahahaha!! you sound someone that needs a podcast!! hilarious! thx for watching and chiming in!

[@Ret_Lineman]

@@mikestuckey hahaha. Nope just some $200 a game 8 ball action 😂

[@alankeeney7398]

Come to Rapid City SD I’ll teach you how to play

[@mikestuckey]

haha! never been. would be fun but I may catch you slippin 😜

[@alankeeney7398]

@@mikestuckey SVB is from here, he stops by all the time to see us at our pool hall where he grew up

[@mikestuckey]

might have to make an appearance!