How far do you pull the cue back?

So what is it? Long? Short? There's so many examples of great players who do it differently. Here is a tip on how you can find what works for you. #snooker #snookercoaching #snooker_time

[@TheCuggsmeister]

Hi Michael. Enjoy your channel and your tips. Is there any chance you could do a video on how to play various shots when the white is tight against the cushion? Thanks.

[@abhirajmalik1221]

Just play with a feeling of squeezing the cushion throughout the shot

[@TheCuggsmeister]

@abhirajmalik1221 I can't seem to get my cueing right. If I play with my cue level to the cushion, I'll often misque completely. If I raise the butt, I'll more likely than not add unintentional side.

[@TheCuggsmeister]

@abhirajmalik1221 I can't seem to get my cueing right. If I play with my cue level to the cushion, I'll often misque completely. If I raise the butt, I'll more likely than not add unintentional side.

[@Cycle.every.day.]

Dave Harold...one inch punch shoulda been his nickname.

[@thepunisher1951]

😂

[@bartonbank2531]

Dennis Taylor too

[@varunrhj]

Thanks Mick! You nailed it as always!! Appreciate it!

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

👍

[@TheMacbatts]

Great to see you back on the tour 👍

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

Thanks 👍

[@faddy1117]

Mark Allen, Perfect example.

[@PaulTerry-v7z]

Perf as usual.

[@syedjawadhaider530]

Please make a video on cue,s tip What should be the ideal size and shape of tip

[@rajaadeel1529]

Hi Michael, Thanks for addressing my query. Love the way you explained it mate. ❤

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

My pleasure. 😀

[@adamward2179]

Alright mate love the vids is any chance of a video on the different tips and how they play many thanks adam

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

I’ve only tried a couple of types so I can’t really give a proper review. I think you just have to find one you like and just play. 👍

[@kufujitsu]

Ronnie used to have a shorter back-swing, then he went with a longer swing which he currently still uses..... The first time I saw John Higgins live, I remember thinking what a massive swing he had. It depends on whether or not it requires a big effort to do it.....if it feels effortless & natural, & you're getting decent results, chances are, you found the right backswing for your game... As Michael Holt said, you should be prepared to experiment with different lengths of swings, & pauses as well, until you find the right rhythm for you. Normally if you require power for the cueball to travel some distance, or you're playing a long shot that requires a full-ish contact on the object ball, you need to pull the cue back a little further, to keep the shot smooth, so that you can generate power effortlessly without pulling or jerking the shot - don't forget to follow through...

[@BornElite337]

I associate it with power to be honest. The simple shots I won’t pull back far, but for power I know I need to go back further, otherwise I don’t accelerate enough through the ball. Couldn’t say if it’s right or wrong, just my approach.

[@oneplus5562]

Alex Higgins had a very short pullback ,never stopped him from being champion

[@tomwalsh6655]

Hi Michael, If i player is missing to the same side very often, for example the right, would you think that is an issue with sight or cueing or would you just tell them to aim more to the left. Cheers

[@lanternman13]

It depends also on how long your cue is, where your bridge hand is, where you grab the cue and the weight of the cue. Chris Melling has probably the most extreme backswing.

[@tgd345]

Luca Brecel is a good example also

[@stevemarsh733]

I was watching the Championship League the other day on YT and it sounded like you commentating. Was it you? If so, nice gig. I've also noticed when practicing, this little voice in my head going "perf'. (I invariably miss the next shot 🤣)

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

I was yes. Enjoyed the day. Ha!! You obviously weren’t “perf”! 🤣

[@davidmarchant9386]

Hey Michael, I know where you normally do your training. But would you travel to Eastwood in Nottinghamshire to do it ? @ Phoenix cue sports I know that be extra cost for you

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

Email me on [e-mail] We can sort something out. 👍

[@hamzaaslam8063]

Long shoots with side spin tips

[@Gbonejohn1974]

its only powerful deep screw shots i actively think about bringing the cue further back so i can generate speed smoothly and whip through the cueball kind of hitting the bal fast but not hard ,otherwise it can be a bit jabby with a short pullback and youre hitting it too hard for the amount of reaction youre getting on the ball .....most normal shots i dont even think about it its just a feeling for the pace or reaction needed

[@MrXeberdee]

My coach told me that if I was doing a soft shot, I should hold the cue further up, shorten the bridge and use less cue. Thoughts? BTW I stopped doing that, because it’s too much messing around.

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

Who is your coach?

[@MrXeberdee]

Alan Bell

[@BornElite337]

You will commonly see that when people play a roll up, then they grip the cue close to the balance point.

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

😂

[@Gbonejohn1974]

i know you say it dosent matter but is it a coincidence that ridiculous power shot players like stephen lee or luca have a huge backswing ....there is zero chance someone like marco fu or dave harold with a short backswing in general could ever make the ball move the way luca can get it to

[@mste456]

bet way to get banned from your local snooker club

[@end-game2030]

Look at Marco Fu, Allen etc. Look at some of the greats like Davis or Hendry. These newbies in the modern game are all trying to bring the cue right back to the V of the bridge hand, and they are all a load of rubbish.

[@steveh572]

You really should consider getting a video editor / producer. You’ve got great content but your videos are really amateurish compared to others. It’d make a huge difference to your channel growth, I’d bet.

[@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching]

Thank you. I know, I haven’t got the time to learn how to and spend the time doing it. I’ve got to let the quality of the content attract viewers.

[@steveh572]

@@MichaelHoltSnookerCoaching there’s probably at least a few avid snooker fans who’d do it for you for free, or in exchange for a bit of coaching. Either way, thanks for sharing your snooker wisdom!

[@wendywhales2310]

I used to think about it,But now I find I don't. More concentration on the White strke. You can't think about everything You will miss loads,even. Easy shots..I find 15 minutes a week is enough for me.. Any more, and I overthink. Everything.. Relax, try to get it right. And most importantly.. Enjoy the Game.