Top 10 Useful GAME-WINNING SHOTS You Need to Know

Dr. Dave and pro player Demetrius Jelatis demonstrate 10 very useful game-winning shots that many people haven’t seen before.
Contents:
0:00 - Intro
0:25 - 1: Low-Inside Kill Shot
1:00 - 2: Stun Forward with Running Spin
---- 2:09 - going rail first
2:30 - 3: Thick Hit Rolling Ticky
3:42 - 4: Twice-As-Full System
4:20 - 5: Frozen Rail Safety
4:37 - 6: Frozen Rail Cut Shot
---- 5:09 - ball-first hit
---- 6:26 - impossible back cut
6:56 - 7: Small Gap Rail Cut Safety
7:38 - 8: Avoiding a Bank Shot Double Kiss
---- 8:18 - using transferred spin
---- 8:49 - hopping OB over CB
---- 9:13 - hopping CB over OB
10:21 - 9: Avoid Double Hit with Jump Cue
11:21 - 10: “Tin Man” Double Frozen Rail Send
12:24 - BONUS: Frozen Proposition Shot
14:25 - Wrap Up
---- 14:50 - shot montage
Supporting Resources:
- aiming with sidespin: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/s...
- aiming ticky carom shot: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/3...
- aiming frozen-CB carom shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/f...
- frozen ball fouls: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/f...
- “What Would You Do Here, With Both Balls Frozen to the Rail?” video: • What Would You Do Here...
- sidespin tutorial: billiards.colostate.edu/tutor...
- System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS): billiards.colostate.edu/faq/s...
- rail cut shot aiming: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/r...
- rail cut shot CB control: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/r...
- bank shot double kiss detection and avoidance: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/b...
- twice- and three-times-across bank shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/b...
- double hit detection and avoidance: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/f...
- follow-up video dealing with the BONUS proposition shot: • FROZEN BALL Spot-Shot ...
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- Demetrius’ Minnesota Pool Boot Camp: mnpoolbootcamp.com
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*Contents:* 0:00 - Intro 0:25 - 1: Low-Inside Kill Shot 1:00 - 2: Stun Forward with Running Spin ---- 2:09 - going rail first 2:30 - 3: Thick Hit Rolling Ticky 3:42 - 4: Twice-As-Full System 4:20 - 5: Frozen Rail Safety 4:37 - 6: Frozen Rail Cut Shot ---- 5:09 - ball-first hit ---- 6:26 - impossible back cut 6:56 - 7: Small Gap Rail Cut Safety 7:38 - 8: Avoiding a Bank Shot Double Kiss ---- 8:18 - using transferred spin ---- 8:49 - hopping OB over CB ---- 9:13 - hopping CB over OB 10:21 - 9: Avoid Double Hit with Jump Cue 11:21 - 10: “Tin Man” Double Frozen Rail Send 12:24 - BONUS SHOT: Frozen Proposition Shot 14:25 - Wrap Up ---- 14:50 - shot montage *Supporting Resources:* - aiming with sidespin: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/sidespin/aim/ - aiming ticky carom shot: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/30-90-rules/carom/ - aiming frozen-CB carom shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/frozen/aiming/ - frozen ball fouls: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/foul/frozen/ - “What Would You Do Here, With Both Balls Frozen to the Rail?” video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqK2lqawa9GoqLc - sidespin tutorial: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/sidespin/ - System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS): billiards.colostate.edu/faq/sidespin/aim/saws/ - rail cut shot aiming: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/rail-cut/aiming/ - rail cut shot CB control: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/rail-cut/cue-ball-control/ - bank shot double kiss detection and avoidance: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/double-kiss/ - twice- and three-times-across bank shots: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/twice-across/ - double hit detection and avoidance: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/foul/double-hit/ - follow-up video dealing with the BONUS proposition shot: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWikomirpcR7eKs *Boot Camp Info:* - Dr. Dave’s Billiard University Boot Camps: billiarduniversity.org/instruction/school/ - Demetrius’ Minnesota Pool Boot Camp: mnpoolbootcamp.com *Subscribe to Dr. Dave's KZbin Channel:* kzbin.info

[@myblacklab7]

According to what you discuss on the "ball-first hit" part starting around 5:12, I'd guesstimate about a 14% chance of scratching on this shot, even if the ball is pocketed successfully. Do you think that adding topspin or backspin might be a good idea to avoid a scratch more predictably, or would you recommend only honing in one's accuracy?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@myblacklab7 At 6:03, I mention and show that adding backspin does help avoid the scratch.

[@myblacklab7]

@@DrDaveBilliards Oh - duh. I was re-watching this one in parts, and forgot about that part. Thanks!

[@timothyrisch9875]

Wouldn't the bonus shot be illegal under APA rules since you cannot touch an object ball with the cue ball during ball in hand? And if you can't touch another ball, then you can't make it frozen.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@timothyrisch9875 It is a carefully-worded "proposition shot." You are correct -- it wouldn't be legal under any league or tournament rules. Watch the video again to see how I worded it. I didn't say you had ball in hand or that ball-in-hand rules apply.

[@blessings256]

Dr. Dave I am proud to call you my teacher and you have never failed to add to my knowledge each video

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Continued good luck with your game!

[@ashtonsodope3947]

His methods are simple yet on point

[@pharumnelson7108]

Very professional and concise

[@elh3fe88]

@@Hosanna0077 if there are pool tables in heaven then I'm down.

[@godjhaka7376]

​@@elh3fe88heaven is on earth, it's just a state of mind not some physical place after death according to the Vatican Pope John Paul. so yes there are pool tables in heaven.

[@levilowell2882]

Thank you Dr.Dave you have helped my game improve this year. I've been practicing for at least 3-6 hours daily and my problem was my alignment

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I'm glad to hear my stuff helped. If you haven't seen my "Top 10 Aim, Alignment, and STROKE DRILLS" video yet, check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emTSm2yiqcqSa9E

[@dannyc8875]

Every single post that i've watched has help. What more needs 2 b said. Great channel. A million thx, Dr. Dave.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad to hear you enjoy and benefit from my stuff.

[@hda300]

I play on English tables all the time ,a lot of these shots wouldn't work because the pockets are far tighter. The center pockets on American tables are over an inch and a half bigger and the other pockets are over an inch bigger and the balls are only quarter of an inch bigger. I've played on American tables and they are a lot easier to pot a ball on.

[@user-go6tu1li3l]

True that

[@patriciajrs46]

I like the way you explain things and that you show each result three times.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you like my approach.

[@ironmurs6903]

1st pool instructional video I’ve ever watched. I am hooked. This is bliss lol

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad you liked it. I have a lot more where that came from if you are interested: kzbin.info

[@robnorcia3818]

Thank You! Very cool stuff and presented in a nice easy to understand format.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you’re welcome.

[@merlin_in_oc5437]

Thank you for taking the time to show me some great tips.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I hope they help.

[@marthalavigne1651]

Well nice to see Demetrius with you. These are some really nice shots to practice. Thanks for the content!!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you like it. It was fun to work with Demetrius.

[@robertgould8099]

Thank you, Dave. Very helpful.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I'm glad you liked it.

[@brianboyer6801]

Love the, "well I get lucky" sound bite from Efren.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Me too. I never get tired of using it.

[@arc-sd8sk]

the twice-as-full system is my favorite "trick shot" really easy to measure with your cue, too!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Agreed. For those wanting to learn more, demos and more info can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/frozen/aiming/

[@alanvo4037]

Another gem. Thank you Dr Dave.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you're welcome.

[@jayturbo7809]

Hey Dr. Dave I wanted to say thank you for the videos you have made. They have improved my game mentally and physical. I'm going to use your videos to play in a juniors tournament to try and win. Wish me luck :)

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re very welcome. Good luck and play well!

[@edwinnjoroge]

Learning new tricks day by day thanks Dr Dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Me too. That's what makes this game so awesome. It is fun too!

[@mingwu10able]

Fantastic techniques and videos!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

[@therealgog]

Thank Dr... This video is amazing I totally understand the teaching...

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I hope it helps.

[@andreglover3299]

Very good video some of I knew yet others I'm working on now! Thanks so much!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you learned some new "tricks." You're welcome.

[@goodfolks6205]

Very useful, thank you so much ❤

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I’m glad you liked it.

[@CocoboloCowboy]

Dr. Dave’s instruction rocks.🎆

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! Rock on.

[@starluxstudio619]

Definitely practicing all of these tomorrow! Thank you guys

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. Have fun, and I hope the shots help you win some games.

[@scottmoa]

Another great video Grand Master Dave! And cue the banjos 🪕

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@funbeard3703]

Another great video. Thanks dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@kaidendegas830]

Thanks for these tips Dr Dave! You rock!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@patriciajrs46]

​@@DrDaveBilliardsBut, but, but, no masse?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@patriciajrs46 I have lots of masse shot videos here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/masse/ Check them out.

[@SaintSoldier84]

so much knowledge here. thank you!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I’m glad you liked it.

[@chippysteve4524]

Great video. That shot where u cut the ball back over 90 degrees blew my mind!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@climasymantenimientos2019]

So good guys. Tanks for give this usefull shots.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you’re welcome.

[@johnpedersen3458]

Always love and share your content Dr. Dave. Wish I took physics where teach. Best regards.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks for the comment.

[@jessiehawkins77]

Excellent

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@MikeyD22]

Great choice adding Demetrius to your video, Dr. Dave. I've watched several of his matches and really like his game. He really dissects a rack with razor sharp precision and rarely beats himself. I especially enjoy watching him play eight ball. And, as always fabulous instruction. Huge thanks!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Agreed. Demetrius is a strong and smart player.

[@carolinestevens739]

love your videos, thank you!!!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. You're welcome!!!

[@mervynmontague1811]

Fascinating

[@grafton2]

#6 in my league, this guy I was playing was all excited because he had left the 8 ball on the rail and left the cue ball up table and was going on about how the bank was impossible. I just told him I would cut the ball in, his jaw dropped when I sank it 😂😂

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I've done it in league also with a really steep cut, but never with a back cut like I demonstrated at 6:26.

[@Chrissydarlin82]

I just did this in a tourney yesterday with the 8 ball less than 90° frozen to the rail and the cueball about 2" from the head rail near the corner pocket!! Sank it beautifully, But then sadly scratched in the corner pocket where the cue ball was near. 😥 everyone was hooping and hollering and then groaning when the CB scratched. Twas one hell of a shot! And I thank you Dr. Dave and your videos for teaching me so much! As one of the very few female shooters around here, it's a great feeling to hold your own, keep them in their toes, and give them a challenge!

[@jasonnieuwenhuis335]

Yes great work again, thanks.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@discgolfillustrated2640]

Wow! The best pool video yet… excellent

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

[@complaintregistar]

thank you dr. dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@stevecaldwell6297]

Very cool!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@8ballpool-legends-esports]

Thanks for this. Legendary.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. I'm glad you liked it.

[@nuggers23]

My gosh the ending sequence is soooooooooooooooo satisfying. Btw - imagine playing in a local tournament and finding out your first competitor is Dr Dave with all his techniques and experience 😃💪🎱

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you like the "shot montage." That's my favorite part too. Concerning, the "Dr. Dave effect," I love it when opponents think I am better than I actually am. It gives me an edge. But this is just between me and you. ;)

[@nuggers23]

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[@rollinrock9246]

Excellent stuff

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@user-zu8nz8mg3z]

Thanks that was good info and amazing knowledge.❤

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. We aim to swerve. :)

[@mikemcnulty6846]

Great show

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@michaelgraber5750]

I’ve always been an above average bar pool player but I want to take my game to the next level. These videos have been great, thank you.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad to hear it. FYI, if you want more help, check out the videos and info in the sections of interest here: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/ Good luck with your game!

[@michaelgraber5750]

@@DrDaveBilliards will do, thank you! Any tips for playing better sober? LOL I've always played much better with a buzz. Just one of those games where I play better if I'm drinking, probably because I only really play in bars.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@michaelgraber5750 Many people think they play better drunk, but this is a mostly a “beer goggles” thing. See: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/advice/alcohol/

[@sb2h]

This is some great content! Your videos have probably improved my game more than anything else, besides practice 😉 Thank you!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it. And I'm glad you mentioned "practice." Videos alone can't create improvement.

[@steveness9105]

Thanks so much for the video.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

[@phongnguyen007]

Great video

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@razzlemankd]

Thank you Dr Dave and Demetrious some great shots to learn there 👍

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome. Agreed. These shots are good to learn and practice.

[@razzlemankd]

@@DrDaveBilliards one of them shots you played where the 8 ball is on the cushion in the middle of th table and you use right hand side to pot it, is sublime. I love seeing these kind of impossible shots you'd never even think of attempting. I'm generally a newbie to American Pool so learning all the time, but only due to the likes of you Dr Dave 👏

[@DrDaveBilliards]

If you want to see more "impossible" cuts, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cut/impossible/ It is also fun seeing pros make amazing shots in tournaments: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-shots/

[@razzlemankd]

@DrDaveBilliards Cheers Dr Dave will check them out, have a great weekend 👍

[@jamesmcdevitt5327]

Great video guys 👍

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks!

[@darkerdelirium]

Excellent list DrDave! I employ the 7:38 one quite a lot and people think it's some sort of magic :) I'll give some of the other ones a go too! Thanks!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

It is "magic" to the people who don't understand it. :)

[@pipercolearchitects]

#4 is new to me, thank you

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you were able to learn something. That's one great thing about this game ... there is always new stuff to learn.

[@themagicofenglish2023]

Thanks guys.... Awesome tips. All put out there short, sweet and w succinct "Pool is geometry, in its most challenging form - a science of precise angles and forces." Fats Brown in "A Game of Pool" from The Twilight Zone (1961)

[@knuckletherapyserveothersf6092]

Thanks your videos are awesome

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome, and thank you. I aim to swerve. :)

[@garybkatz]

Shot #3, the ticky, is an often overlooked option. I have had good luck using english opposite from the rail (center ball right english, in the example shown). It seems to help the object ball spin into the pocket.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Good point. Running spin can certainly help a little here.

[@joeybtheman1906]

these vids are fantastic!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I'm glad you think so.

[@MrJdsenior]

Yeah, I practice the beyond 90 frozen shot every now and again, and it is less difficult than one would think, at least if you practice it every now and again. And when the cue to object ball distance is much shorter it is that much easier. At some positions you really have to watch for the scratch, though, so it's good to know those. Great shots, I didn't know a few of these.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you learned a few things.

[@kellypettit2217]

I love this as I love and live for the game

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Keep living and loving!

[@michaelmccullar2982]

Thank you... New subscriber

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. FYI, I already have almost 500 videos on my Channel, so check out some more of my stuff.

[@myblacklab7]

Very informative, as usual. :)

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@myblacklab7]

@@DrDaveBilliards You're very welcome.

[@moneygivemenowplease]

Although a lot of shots can't work on a UK table I'm happy I found this on my feed

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it, even if you can't use all of it of a "UK table."

[@apexpredatorbilliardstraining]

Absolutely 💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

[@kb3170]

Always a pleasure shooting against true cue artists. A safety played is not the same feeling as a touch down there

[@DrDaveBilliards]

That’s a little weird.

[@kb3170]

@@DrDaveBilliards no points for neither lol. 2 points, 7 points... I would rather lose points than give up ball in hand

[@DirtyMax64]

Very useful advise thank you. What to do on scratch shots , prevent scratching???

[@DrDaveBilliards]

See the videos here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-ball-control/scratch-avoid/

[@jgmatp]

Dr. Dave is the ultimate of explaining pool stuff. None better.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I aim to swerve. :)

[@vodung294]

Cảm ơn

[@allgood6760]

Nice one👍🇳🇿

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@MrMusic32150]

Great video Dave. Can't say how many times I've been stuck with one or more of those situations. Hope my brother in law doesn't see this! Ha ha!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I’m glad you liked it. Don’t worry, I won’t tell your brother in law. :)

[@zanethind]

I gotta practice these one day. Thanks Dr Dave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You’re welcome. Enjoy the practice!

[@zanethind]

@@DrDaveBilliards 👍

[@theayatollahofrockandrollah]

5:09 ball-first hit section really blew my mind man. You can literally get the cue ball anywhere on the table with what is basically the same shot. Amazing.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad you liked it. FYI, I have lots of videos and info dealing with how to control the CB here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-ball-control/ Enjoy!

[@godjhaka7376]

@theayatoll in billiards, we call that 'cue ball control'. An amateur player shoots just to make a shot and hopes they make it, but a great player sees 4 or more shots ahead and uses cue ball control to get the cue ball exactly where he wants for those shots. A great player makes easy shots because they put the cue ball exactly where they want to make an easy shots.

[@jacobfox1990]

Anh hát bằng cả trái tim bảo sao mà cứ ngọt lịm như vậy. Bài nào cũng cảm xúc luôn

[@LepraKhaaan]

suggestion for the final shot of frozen balls. you should be able to put CB in the kitchen (if playing one pocket) 1 diamond from the side rail and aim at the 11 as if the 13 isn't there with medium-medium full power the 11 should go 2 rails into the corner :) always enjoy the videos!!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Agreed, but the "proposition" is to go straight to the corner.

[@zanethind]

Nice detailed video

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. That's what I do. :)

[@zanethind]

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[@yen4828]

😃～讚！受益良多吔！

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I'm glad to hear it.

[@LarryMutia]

You are the greatest playing billiards 👍👍👍👍

[@abdulazizihassan2629]

I would like to say thank you alot

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thank you, and you’re welcome!

[@Sunday_Cone02]

I won my first ever bar tournament just a few days ago thanks to you!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad to hear it. Congrats!

[@n0tgoodgirl988]

Awesome bro

[@manyvideogames8317]

6:30 : Trouble is that I used to make these as a child , but stopped practicing these and now I need to practice, which I will .. so much practice needed .. so many scenarios, gotta clean the pool table for the finale, my finale, maybe I win few local tournaments this way ..

[@danielmurzellotheunknownma7481]

Hello👋🙋‍♂️ there Dr... Thanks for sharing a very interesting and helpful pool video🎥 Do keep posting Warm regards and best👍💯 wishes The UnknownManCub 👍😎👨‍🏭

[@DrDaveBilliards]

You're welcome, and thank you. I aim to swerve. :)

[@waynegroves6922]

On the Frozen Proposition Shot, another solution was made many years ago - and which I have done quite a number of times. The cue ball is placed in-line with the #11 object ball, about six to 10 inches away. It is a simple jump shot. You just hop on top of the 11-ball; once you get the hang of the exact amount of angle and speed, it becomes one of those 'close your eyes and shoot' kind of shots.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

See the “FROZEN BALL Spot-Shot OPTIONS” follow-up video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWikomirpcR7eKs

[@waynegroves6922]

@@DrDaveBilliards Ta Daaa! Exactly. 👌

[@PaulPerryArgentina]

Thanks for the vid. I'm playing in Argentina and they got some really funky rules here. Opponent get two shots if you scratch and two shots if you don't hit your ball, and two shots if you sink one of their balls. Also, the 8 ball has to go into the pocket where your last ball drops. You ever hear of such a thing? Pool in Bizarro world.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I have heard of rules like this. They are common in the UK.

[@PaulPerryArgentina]

annoying rules@@DrDaveBilliards

[@precisionhoops3652]

Cool

[@_.Mike.__]

Nice video 👍 looks like someone dropped polo mints all over the table though 😆

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Mmm, donuts. :) See: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/training/teaching/

[@saleemullahkhan3316]

Dr, one of best video. I learn to much. God bless you. Great

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I’m glad you liked it. I also thought it was among my best videos to date.

[@RJArrayCPA]

Great video guys! Here’s a tough question…I’ve been away from pool since early 2000’s looking to get a new low deflection cue. What brand would you guys recommend for around the $400 to $500 price range? Thanks

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Sorry, but I don’t have much knowledge of cue pricing, but performance info for all the LD shafts I have tested can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/squirt/published-data/ and here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue/carbon/ And good general advice for selecting a cue can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue/selecting/

[@kk9724]

Awesome Dave I was watching Predator 8 Ball World Championship today and the player Mario He used shot one in this exact same scenario to play the eight and win. I thought the cue was going to go up table. Then Mario did this.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Top players know all the shots.

[@jackmurray3885]

Absolutely love your videos and analysis Dr Dave, unusual question but have you ever played or taken an interest in English 8 ball pool? Or reds and yellows pool, black ball rules? I would be very interested to see what shots you would come up with using that ruleset on the kind of tables I play on, of course I’m sure you’d still demolish me 😂

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I've played only a couple of times when I visited England about 20 years ago. Many 8-ball shots I show in my videos also apply to English 8-ball. Certainly, all principles like CB control and pattern play apply equally. What rule differences do you think would create opportunities for radically different shot choices?

[@jackmurray3885]

@@DrDaveBilliards combination shots for the 8 ball which are legal as long as both balls are potted , irrespective of the order they drop, or the total snooker rule where if you are completely snookered from hitting an object ball of your set you don’t have to hit a rail after contact, or even the 2 shot rule on a foul, where by if your opponent fouls you have a free shot where you can hit any ball including the 8 or pocket an opponents ball, then you have your visit as normal, I’ve played for 5 years and know there’s some different shot types you can use with these rules but I was curious with your imagination what you could cook up 😊

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@jackmurray3885 I'll add it to my list; but my list is very long, and somebody who actually plays the game could probably do a much better job than me.

[@jackmurray3885]

@@DrDaveBilliards thank you for even considering that, don’t overwork yourself but thank you!

[@jamescathcart4762]

Hello DR Dave. Would you give me your opinion on how long practice sessions should be.What worked for you? l have a table at home so l can practice all l want to. The problem with me is l practice so long, l get almost delerious. How about three two hour sessions a day. What does your reserch and exp. say is the best way to get better. Thanks, James

[@DrDaveBilliards]

See: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/practice/advice/ especially the last section.

[@bradstykel7348]

Other than that you rock good content

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks.

[@stronbium]

Nice video, DrDave. I jus want to know a few things. At 9:36, this may not be likely to happen, but if there was external influence on the game-winning shot, like Demetrius catching the ball mid-air, mid-shot, what will the verdict of the shot be? Also, at 13:12, if this comes up in a game situation, however unlikely, under all balls / all fouls category, how do you think it's possible to freeze the cue ball to the 13 like that and to avoid the foul at the same time? Thanks

[@DrDaveBilliards]

At 9:36, if the shooter interfered with the CB (e.g., by catching it) before the shot is over (i.e., before all balls come to rest), then it would be a foul and loss of game (if playing 8-ball). At 13:12, I was clear in saying "you can put the CB anywhere" as part of the proposition. In an actual game situation, you are not allowed to touch an OB with the CB with "ball in hand." That would be a foul.

[@stronbium]

@@DrDaveBilliards I see, thanks so much, and great video, DrDave

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@stronbium You're welcome, and thank you. I aim to swerve. :)

[@raygrinders3918]

@@DrDaveBilliards I'd like to add this 13:12 shot to my game-winning arsenal. So, what if you have the opponent or referee watch you place the cueball and you successfully leave a hair- or paper-thin space? Does being frozen make a difference vs. such a gap? It seems like the space could cause as little error as striking a frozen cueball very slightly off-center.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

@@raygrinders3918 Being frozen is totally different than having a tiny gap, in which case a double-hit foul would be unavoidable. For more info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/foul/double-hit/

[@markbuchko9172]

On the last shot w/2 balls frozen & cue ball in hand, the ball can also be made w/a jump shot.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Good point. That would have been fun to include.

[@dannymorgan1052]

Here is the problem with beginners trying to use spin of the cushion in today's game........9 out of 10 pool hauls don't maintain there cloth and the rails are dead.....all over the Country....oh yeah and the Apa Ruined pool lol

[@DinkerLamongus]

Sounds like a skill issue

[@wojo9732]

Nope, its trash equipment. You need to know what the rails are used for ​@@DinkerLamongus

[@jaybofonseca6685]

Rack & Grill in Aiken, SC is just the place you're looking for.

[@quinopro]

I bought a Poison cue 150 euros. Beautiful thing but has a 13 mm tip and I used to playing 11mm. Im shocked at how ridiculous the spins are to make because sometimes hitting it hard it will not draw at all... Made the tip more round and works just a bit more but I think pros play with smaller tip and plays way better isnt it?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

See the video and info here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-tip/size-and-shape/

[@bradstephan7886]

That was excellent! My takeaway: When in doubt, use low inside English! Or, was it, when in doubt, hit the rail, first! Or, was it . . . In any event, thank you!

[@DrDaveBilliards]

This video has tons of great "takeaways." It is probably best to practice and learn about each separately instead of trying to summarize all shots in the entire video (which are varied), which is not possible.

[@DrDaveBilliards]

This video wasn't designed to be a "watch once and learn one thing" clip. Instead, it is a resource with lots of useful lessons to learn over time.

[@rushingaming8347]

I keep trying the #10 shot and can't seem to make it. they are touching and im using inside spin but that opponent's ball always goes in while the black basically stays still. any suggestions to improve my attempts?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

This shot requires a perfect hit. You need to hit the 8 and cushion at very close to the exact same time. For more info, see the dedicated "What Would You Do Here?" video series in this playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLH9d4KFY28XseXlEzFOvomJvaX3uIx5sG Good luck!

[@demetriusrayden-erisjohnso2279]

Hey there can only be one Demetrius.

[@jameswalker2677]

In the proposition shot example. I understand about pushing through a frozen ball but wouldn't it be illegal to freeze the cue to an object ball

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Yes. See the follow-up video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWikomirpcR7eKs

[@davidbehrens4760]

For the last shot, probably not as reliable, but theoretically you could do a number of things to try and force a massive skid that could straighten the OB into the pocket

[@DrDaveBilliards]

I actually started recording a follow-up video for this shot, where I will show numerous alternatives (including several involving cling/skid/kick). Stay tuned.

[@MichelePearl]

This is genius

[@DrDaveBilliards]

Thanks. I’m glad you liked it.

[@oxygenbandit1027]

I’m a bit confused with the (SAWS) I was always told not to change the angle while down on a shot

[@DrDaveBilliards]

That advice normally concerning changing your perception of center-ball aim while down. Regardless, some people might not like the SAWS pivots after aiming center-ball. I like them a lot because they are very effective for me. For more info, see: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/sidespin/aim/saws/

[@yiqisun]

Hi can u discuss which cue to purchase for amateurs?

[@DrDaveBilliards]

It really doesn't matter much, but I do have some good general advice here: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue/selecting/