My pre-match routine, get used to a strange table before a match | 8 Ball pool tips and techniques

In this video, Mick Hill shares his pre-match routine which allows him to quickly get used to the table and playing conditions.
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[@do_notknow_much]

6:57 Awesome!!! That is world class execution right there.

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thank you

[@do_notknow_much]

@@mickthemachinehill ..About the only time I can get that kind of draw/screw back is when I hit my break shot too low on the cue ball.😄

[@MrSegopa]

To frank with you Sir Mick, this is kinder interesting cause I take some time to losen up and getting my muscle loose. I truly thank You though cause I thought this is not that important but I now I see I was wrong for being mythical about you got to adjust without any of this drills before the Match. I am impressed & brief how you put everything in clarity for Us out here. I am truly impressed & thanks my S.African Coach, Master Cyril Rogers for truly suggesting me to watch this video. Very informative & effective by granting Us clarity about checking the table before any game. Thanks Sir Mick...

[@mickthemachinehill]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@paulc8821]

Thank you as always Mick, never really had an actual before match drill. Just usually have a few frames. But this makes more sense and another thing I will add to my game. Thank you

[@mickthemachinehill]

Glad to help

[@mediapartners9950]

Always love your content Mick. It’s useful to know what your pre match routine is and how to get a feel for the table. Many thanks mate 👍🏻

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thanks for commenting.

[@Proper-Kernow]

New rubber is softer, as it ages its hardens. This means on new rubber the ball presses deeper into the rubber and it tends to narrow up the rebound line, and any spin will also exagerate.

[@mickthemachinehill]

👍

[@darktherapy]

Great video again Mick. Keeping it simple and informative.

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thanks 👍

[@tlclandscaping4603]

Love it you need to do more video and do some more of it's with other pool player

[@mickthemachinehill]

Will do!

[@tlclandscaping4603]

Iv been playing for over 35 years at a good level and love the game wish I'd know about the world pool championship back then hope one day too meet you and maybe have a few games

[@tlclandscaping4603]

I play 3 times a week for 4 hours and play about 40 to 50 games over the 4 hour so about 120 or more games a week

[@tlclandscaping4603]

Also what did you prefer the old EPA rule set or the new EPA rule set I love the new EPA rule set as its more for the attacking players and makes more open games

[@tlclandscaping4603]

Believe it or not I used to play more I'm slowing down in my old age

[@leepayne2375]

Great vid as always Mick can you do a pre shot routine vid, I find I miss 90% of the shots I miss because, I don’t get up to look at the shot, I just shuffle because cue ball hasn’t moved much and similar line. Everyone goes through a sort of routine of looking at next shot then standing and walking into the shot. I’m sure a lot more goes through your mind in this few seconds cheers 🎱🎱

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@jamesb1664]

Great video - would love to see more pattern play videos, one thing i always wonder is despite the layout being different each time, are there certain scenarios that commonly appear and have an actual ‘method’ of dealing with them? For example, using a ball over the middle pocket to connect to a rail ball etc

[@mickthemachinehill]

We have some more coming up, stay tuned

[@CornishTigerTV]

The deep screw shot at the 7 minute mark, is that played at 6 o'clock or closer to 7 oclock? Love the arc on the white as it grips the cloth.

[@mickthemachinehill]

6 o'clock most probably

[@rashidtunnacliffe4043]

Great video Mick pal

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thanks 👍

[@SnookerLoopy14Seven]

Really really love these videos. I'm a late comer to pool but can play at a decent level as I started out in snooker. But I learn so much from these videos. And that table is awesome, so quiet

[@mickthemachinehill]

Glad you like them!

[@dislecsyk991]

Fast as a bullet, Stew, "Are you a sardine?"

[@mickthemachinehill]

🐟

[@ricktighe7686]

Quality👌

[@mickthemachinehill]

thanks

[@ianwhite2607]

Thanks Mick, talking about cushions, how long do you think it should take for them to bed in ? My new table cushions dont seem as responsive as my last table?

[@mickthemachinehill]

depends on so many factors

[@jamesmcdevitt5327]

Great video as usual ❤

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thank you!!

[@paulwhittingham511]

Another good video. 👍

[@mickthemachinehill]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@valentenicoletti3622]

if i should go threw this gap.....i play safe 🤣 ! nice video

[@mickthemachinehill]

thanks.

[@DavidAllewell]

Have you got a cue/tip maintenance video planned in the future?

[@mickthemachinehill]

no we dont sorry.

[@user-uj4ec9vp5p]

thank you :)

[@mickthemachinehill]

You're welcome!

[@charlesscottkelly]

As mostly a snooker player, could someone tell me when these tables switched to a nappless cloths. What weight of cues do english pool players use, 17oz ??

[@JohnOConnor65]

I think the napless (worsted) cloth has been popular since the 90's or maybe earlier. Average english pool cues are around 19oz.

[@mickthemachinehill]

The table has a napped cloth in this case.

[@Djm-dave]

Lovely video mate

[@mickthemachinehill]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@thomasbradford7597]

What cue do you use? And is it the same one you use for competitions?

[@mickthemachinehill]

yes, same cue. Take a look at the Q & A video for full details on the cue I use.

[@thomasbradford7597]

Thank you for the reply! Very greatful for the videos trying them out wow there hard!

[@taetjo1]

What cue stick do you use sir?

[@mickthemachinehill]

please see the Q&A video for detail on that.

[@mrszee951]

wheres the digital white ball gone ?

[@mickthemachinehill]

We only put it on for the coaching videos. Do you think that the practice routines also need it?

[@mrszee951]

@@mickthemachinehill for me I’d say yes

[@mickthemachinehill]

ok, thanks for the feedback. Will add them in future.

[@user-ds3yi7yk4m]

I say this with the greatest of respect, but f u 😊. Its crazy to see that first drill. Your understanding of cue ball control in superb. I believe you are the greatest of all time.wish I could play 1/10 th of your level

[@mickthemachinehill]

Thank you.