How to become a better pool player 🎱

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[@MikeyD22]

One of the best instructional pool videos I've ever seen. A huge thanks for sharing!

[@wilfredomaloles4242]

Nice play n discuss idol keep on tutorial of playing billards tnx more vlogs n god bless

[@shawmccarroll2277]

This came as news to me. Only been playing for 30 years. Please continue with this content so I can see what else I may have missed!!!!

[@marlokeet6370]

This came know to me as well. And I’m also playing your years

[@JH-fk8ow]

where did you play? alone in the basement? ive read and seen same instructions on multiple books and videos, i guess if you dont study the game you dont know

[@godjhaka7376]

The average player at a bar never buys pool-related books like "the science of pocket billiards" or road stories, let alone actually read it. The average don't have licensed pool coaches in person or via volumes of videos. The average just grab a stick and bang balls for decades and never take it to a professional level.

[@michealcarney]

Been trying for about 20 years😂. Would love a lesson or two to bring me on a bit

[@sjb7956]

@@JH-fk8owdon’t need to be a dick about it mate. This will be helpful to a real lot of people

[@thandomadonsela6817]

Nice touch on the basics👌🏾🙌🏾 Important to get them right to get better😊

[@tommywingate2220]

Excellent content in a time frame that is beyond reasonable. Thank you a thousand times.

[@Poolology101]

This video needs more views! Great lesson.

[@HarryMccabe-bm5wx]

Amazing instructor big respect to this guy

[@rowgli]

Setting the bridge height/parallel cue like that is something nobody ever taught me. I put it into practice last night and was able to make the cue ball dance around the table with top more than I ever have before. Things just got interesting, thanks!

[@jama211]

A bit of knowledge can go a long way. Spend a bit more time on the internet learning the fundamentals and you'll skyrocket your game. Anything you care about is worth researching!

[@ennohoock154]

Less swerve so your potting just improved dramatically

[@ravindranmurugiah5905]

Wow.. this is a million dollars explaination..this is what I have been looking for all this while. Tq so much

[@michaeltowers1143]

Fantastic video, Gareth. Getting the basics right is key. Be great if a future video could focus on Down the cushion potting!

[@TheKingeboue27]

Down the rail- easiest shot in the game, should never miss on a flat table: 1. Hit the ball and cushion at the same time 2.Play lots of side towards the pocket (inside spin/check side) 3. Play with an amount of top spin 4. Hit it firmly Then when the ball comes off the cushion by a small amount, invert the spin away from pocket to outside/running side 1 tips worth, no top or bottom. And make sure cue is perfectly flat or wont work. Play with medium firm pace

[@MacDamera]

Great video, I never would have thought this was where I was lacking. It all comes from the basics

[@TebogoDigital]

Champ, please keep the videos coming. We love the content

[@matthewderitis7007]

You know one of the first things I've learned in pool, and trust me he explains it best. I still need to work on staying level myself if I ever wanna get past my current level now. I'm stuck in the knowing to much then my level area atm😊

[@padraickelly2125]

Hi I was just looking at your video Called Do This now To Become A Better pool Player from Start to Finish. I always know about the fingers moving with the Cue at the back of Cue But it's the first I ever heard of moving the Bridge Hand for three settings.. Top Middle And Bottom.and also to keep the cue Straight in a Straight Line... Didn't Know that it's the first I had of it.. Thanks So much I Definitely be Practicing that .. Thank you Padraic. From Westport Ireland....

[@andrewhoeft2710]

Wow... Great stuff... Thanks Gareth👍.

[@drjay73]

Wow this is awesome! In all my years of playing, I've never heard of this but it makes so much sense with how you explained it! Great lesson!!!!

[@godjhaka7376]

How to make a bridge? That's crazy. That's the foundational basics

[@studiothree]

@@godjhaka7376 not everyone is a big shot with 321 subscribers living the high life like you m8

[@raulmillan2046]

In my years playing,I never look at the basics like that....pool 101.....THANKS FOR SHARING.

[@thabolmanyane7537]

Great lesson

[@mattmorley6651]

These are great tips especially because I play pool often so I'm gonna try these techniques and see how I can improve my game. Thanks for this video Gareth

[@padraickelly2125]

Hi Padraic here From Westport Ireland I was amazed after your Education on how to play the game of pool properly I tuck everything on Board with the Bridge Hand And the Back hand plus holding the Cut . probably and to release my fingers and keeping the cue in line.. I was amazed I was Potting more balls than ever. Even the hard ones curing them into the side pockets.. And changing my Bridge Hand for bottom Top and Middle every time I was amazed.. A lot of pool players said to me Padraic you have improved you don't usually play Like that .. I just wanted to say I don't usually play as Good as I'm playing now I have to say it's A Great feeling. Of Something about the Bridge Hand and the fingers on the back of Cue and the accuracy to Deliver the Cue in a Straight line.... All my Life playing Pool games i don't know about the Bridge Hand now I do the Bridge Hand. Really works Great Thank you So much. With my Best regards And best Wishes From Westport Ireland.. Padraic.,....,..,..,.Thank you

[@shoaibessack376]

Lovely advice thanks Please keep posting

[@tonyrobles9070]

Fantastic video! Great work Gareth! 👍😊 🎱

[@dolittle6781]

Great lesson on important fundamentals!

[@Steven-t9s]

Great video Gareth,it would be an interesting video to show how the cue ball should be struck when it's tight against the cushion/rail.

[@lebohangmaseko6949]

Thanks for another enlightening video coach Gareth, much appreciated.

[@gomeslhk5547]

Thank you very much Gareth.

[@MG-wp4gl]

Gareth, SUPERB video, thanks.

[@cadds6714]

Excellent guidance

[@denny_french]

Constantly learning, always working on fundamentals! So important! Thanks Brother! 🙏🏼😎

[@paulc8821]

Thank you Gareth, hopefully more of these to come 👍

[@acoqueran]

🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 - bridge hand settings...I had no idea...

[@riazmoosa8320]

Brilliant tips 🎉

[@hlbears30]

3:53 send this to your mom

[@michaelscott8896]

Awesome

[@RenegadeRanga]

This was sensational. Thanks Gaz.

[@mcebisimoyo5945]

Thank you so much mr Potts

[@elmomo52]

Merci pour le partage de votre savoir et le Québec salue vos performances.

[@EpicWander]

Brilliant

[@ismailtolgakaraman5878]

Great scientific content

[@darrengladwell]

What a great video, awesome work Gareth. So easy to understand and really helpful

[@romeshkirpalani848]

Thank you sir, I will follow your advice

[@donh1537]

Hi Gareth, recently I started trying to get my front foot flat and even weight across foot. Prior to this, I think I was putting more weight on the outside edge of my front foot, and my body would shift forward a smidge when I shoot. My stance seems steadier after making this change. I'm interested to hear your thoughts on feet, knees, stance, weight distribution. Can you make a video this stuff please.

[@Anakoluti]

Thanks, Gareth!

[@dariusboone2430]

I really appreciate the information 😎

[@BILLIARDTIPSTIRCKS2]

Wow, amazing

[@mokone7551]

I thank you, my game has improved

[@brunopaiva9203]

Long time fan👏👏👏! Finally your own channel! Thank you for the explanation!🙏🙏

[@carlkinsmanchannel]

I know the fundamentals and try to make sure I'm doing them all when playing... BUT... since watching this vid I've been playing a lot better... it was how I was holding the cue at the back that you mentioned that has helped. Big difference now after doing what you said. Thanks Gareth for help.

[@andreterencio6432]

Same!

[@richardcerritelli9657]

People don't realize holding your backhand is virtually 90% of the game that's the secret all those books have been written on pool don't mean nothing but this information the reason the backhand is so important it's because during the backswing you need to take the fingers off the stick to keep it straight you don't realize normally the stick is going up in the air and then the problem is when you hit the cue it kills the cue ball and you get no action on it.

[@haidarAlshakhes]

Wow thank you for your help and time!

[@rhodaborrecks]

Wow. I've been playing for years. never knew this. Can't wait to try now. Thanks!!

[@joebird2744]

Awesome video can't wait to practice this drill

[@scottmason3820]

Fantastic video, that with learning your cue will set you up nicely. I started that method years ago after breaking pinky finger and I noticed by chance game improvement strange things. But treat it like a sniper

[@kpexpedition]

Wow thanks so much for this video mr potts

[@OffGridMadMan]

Excellent demonstration of the most crucial fundamentals, nice one mate! 👍 I'm a big fan of yours, watched a video of you having a knock with Selby earlier, great stuff, you've got a sub 👌 PS - Could you do a video of how to practice without just boring "drills" please? I know some drills are essential but I have my own table at home and get a bit sick of playing myself! 🙃

[@garybkatz]

You can make drills less boring by keeping track of your progress and using progressive drills. Unfortunately a key to improving one's game is to practice the shots you hate the most: shooting over another ball, cut shots near the rail, shooting the cue ball when it's on or near the rail - you get the picture! But then when one of those shots comes up during a match, you'll think to yourself, "I've got this!"

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@garybkatz I hate ALL shots! 😫😅 But yeah, that's what I try to do at home and I'v found that straight pool is a great way of seeing every type of shot. And indeed there are certain shots I don't fancy as much as others so need extra work 👍

[@garybkatz]

@@OffGridMadMan I bet there's some shots you're pretty good at - so-called "bread and butter shots." For me, it's cut shots into the side pocket. I just see them very well, for some reason, even really tough angles. Wish I saw certain other shots as well!

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@garybkatz I have an eye for them too! I also like anything a little bit off straight. But I have real trouble with cuts down the rails as my pockets are very tight. Plus the tables are nowhere near as reactive as American tables so it's really hard work manoeuvring the cue ball. It's the greatest game regardless ainnit! 👍

[@l0ufromdaBX]

When he raised the back of the cue as an example of what not to do I was embarrassed. I used to do that ALL THE TIME. 🙋🏽‍♂️🤦🏽‍♂️ What a great simple video.

[@Trixy_editz-b2i]

This helped me so much thank you

[@robertblythin4331]

You can also change the angle while keeping your bridge hand the same everyone is different

[@jamesmcdevitt5327]

This is brilliant I don’t think a lot of us realise what we have been doing wrong for years untill now . Usually just get down and play 😂

[@darrencarrington8134]

Thanks Gareth. I know my bridge is my weak area and truly appreciate your awesome tips!!!

[@Tezzomoney]

This have instantly improved my game. I come back from time to time to watch this, cuz when the pressure is too much I tend to forget. I have mad problems with my grip? It’s not loose enough and I don’t follow thru with my shots as I’d like

[@Crazeyfor67]

to simple. There are times you have to elevate the back of your cue. You see it in every pro match. To draw the cue ball back when on or close to the rail your have to jack up the back of your cue.

[@dead2me810]

this helped me out alot wow

[@davidshaw7404]

Gareth apologies if you have a video up already but could you do a video please on how to hit the ball when it’s up against the cushion please? Especially for like a long pot please if you have could you link me please thanks

[@apexpredatorbilliardstraining]

Never heard this before .. will share this

[@arthursandomine5464]

What a great video! I had no idea!

[@daudkavula3941]

Afan of your game POTTS from Tanzania🇹🇿🇹🇿

[@georgedawson235]

Explained perfectly!

[@fabiemaps1653]

Gosh i saw this late........very helpful

[@leighnorris8827]

Thank you so much

[@JohannesMoyo-n2n]

Thanks man love it

[@jasonnieuwenhuis335]

Yup good thanks.

[@dazza912]

Ive always played like that as in it came naturally. Thats exactly how i have become from early messups so you mold yourself to using the bridge in place. I do see some players even some pros having a claw like grip bridge hand and it infuriates me especially on these fast snooker tables or pool tables as the slightest of deviation and its off. Good video though 👍

[@martysmallenginerepair5634]

Lets go Gorst and Kristina!

[@hlbears30]

3:53 how did bro not laugh

[@Bart_Depestele]

Gracias Sensei

[@seanmgordon]

My own ignorance thought I knew what I was doing with the cue.. thanks for the advice! I'm off to try :)

[@muhammadomer4674]

Thanks.

[@rexrice4496]

Becoming a better pool player 'always' start with the fundamentals. The bangers start with pocketing balls.

[@bananaboy295]

what should ur dominant hand be used for or does it not matter?

[@Yiyan81]

Think I’ve been using a U between my thumb and fingers my whole life! 🤣 never even crossed my mind to bring the thumb closer into a V but can’t wait to try it! And different levels of bridge hand….why did that never cross my mind! 😂 Great video thanks👏

[@SuperKillbill1234]

what do you think of players who put their chin on the cue? is this a good thing or not?..thanks.

[@rolltideroll8250]

I have been telling people this for 40 years. Great tip.

[@romybuenaventura3133]

Perhaps you can add on tutorial the loop bridge as there are certain shots where the v shape is not effective

[@TungLe-lv3on]

Hi Gareth. I'm trying to have the hybrid cue made for playing Chinese 8 ball. But manufacturers won't do it. Could you recommend one that will? Thanks!

[@cliftonhodge7672]

🎯💯

[@sampriddy7208]

Try keeping the cue flat playing down the pub when the table is to close to the wall

[@thesmithsmaf]

Excellent for chiming the peanut shots over the rails time after time - thanking you Mr Putts

[@jtran3546]

awesome technique education, i don't think anyone has ever coached on this before

[@nguyentrungcuong7885]

Could you explain about your aiming system?

[@Abboman111]

I always thought my tip was a bit big, been holding the cue back to front😅 thanks.

[@Captainfeso]

Nice explanation! And I like the way you say “Bottom” 😂😂😂😂

[@ydusanpopovic]

Can you make a video about how much to bend my body? For example, Jimmy White, Filler, Trump, and you, turn their upper body in a torsion fashion. Ronnie doesn't do that. Why?

[@TheTechAndScience]

I believe it just helps put the shoulder in line with the elbow, chin, and bridge hand. A lot of pool and snooker players do it from what I’ve seen

[@itzkeven]

Thanks, i never knew the back hand grip should be

[@anacletoelogada8761]

I like this. Now I see

[@wolfishanks3807]

Great tip thank you I am practically blind with no central vision so can't see where I actually contact the White when I contact the White

[@michaelreynolds9094]

Cheers mucker 🍻

[@inhXuanHaidxh]

in any situation that I should make my backhand higher when I want to do backspin? like long distance ball for example? thanks

[@Deadeye1967]

The only situation I can think of raising the butt if you are, really close to the object ball or cushion and need to do a delicate touch, like screw back or stunning the cue and to avoiding pushing when close to object ball. Raising the butt is a sign you are in a spot of trouble don't do it if possible. Getting through the cue ball where possible on all shots, not decelerating on the shot is the key as well as everything in this video. Also Gareth says firm grip, most would advise a light grip because the cue action needs to compliment the flowing follow through not tighten up and kill that classy smooth follow through. Watch a Steven Lee video how he cues. Or watch Mick Hill videos.

[@nickfmg72]

Great lesson cheers, could anyone tell me do you have the heel of your palm on the table or raised with the bridging hand thanks

[@Deadeye1967]

Your palm is flat when you can get you hand on the table, it's more solid. Only raise palm if you have to, like if you have to bridge over balls.

[@nickfmg72]

@@Deadeye1967 Thanks for this

[@WisdomWeaverBitcoinBruv]

Open n close motion with the grip hand - say no more!

[@samueljurado5769]

Hi Mister Potts, you forgot explain what to do with foots