To anyone reading this comment: I have been working to take my game to that next level and have found videos such as this to be extremely helpful. Lil’ Chris, you provide us with excellent/relevant content to help our games. You do an excellent job in articulating so viewers can easily understand as we follow along…excellent video and thank you for all you do…👍🏻💪🏻😊
@rosemarydunn5361 Жыл бұрын
Took me twenty-thirty minutes to finally run the whole drill, and had to finish with a bank on the 9, but this was a perfect drill for my cue ball control in 9 ball to work on.
@Adrenaline4162 жыл бұрын
He makes this look easy, but for a beginner like myself, it took me nearly 3 hours to get through this drill one time. I either made the shot and missed the cue ball placement or missed both; but to both make the shot and place the cue ball where I wanted it mostly resulted in me using many four letter words.
@ronthepoolstudent3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lil’ Chris for sharing this drill, I was under the impression someone else came up with it. Now I know the true creator…👍🏻 Btw, I have been running this drill for the last month and it has helped my game tremendously., thanks Nick Varner and Lil’ Chris! 👍🏻😊
@RoccoBoxer101 Жыл бұрын
Great drill - like the different filming positions
@Deeter19744 жыл бұрын
That was awesome, I think that has the right amount of difficulty for your slightly more advanced player. It is very gratifying to accomplish it the first time but definatly a great confidence booster if you can do it 2 times in a row. Thanks Chris, your video quality is crisp as well. Thanks.
@patriotfirst89223 жыл бұрын
I like the overhead camera Chris
@BrianWedekind2 жыл бұрын
great video! i like the different angles. especially the ariel view. gonna try the drill today
@ComfortTechNJ2 жыл бұрын
Good video and nice presentation. Thanks Chris.
@alamazin774 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris for more run practice and cue control.
@josevasquez82383 жыл бұрын
Love the new camera angles also great lighting, thanks for the drills.
@mtcougar4 жыл бұрын
Wow! That top down view is great addition! Use it in future videos.
@allgood67602 жыл бұрын
Nice work Chris👍🎱🇳🇿
@johnholmstrom42122 жыл бұрын
Just noticed the shirt. I love it haha
@kernal824 жыл бұрын
I like this drill looks simple but I can see the effectiveness of the drill. Thanks Chris.
@georgedennis21124 жыл бұрын
Once again an excellent video to practice. I also liked the overhead look. Shows a different perspective on cueing and ball travel and control. Stay well QA
@johnoleson4 жыл бұрын
Other drills??? Thanks ... it was great!
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@BangTimePool4 жыл бұрын
Great drill and demo Chris!!
@bobbycuesroadhouse22044 жыл бұрын
Good drill I will def use
@jace57904 жыл бұрын
been waiting for this camera angle to be used!
@bobhenson14333 жыл бұрын
Two straight run outs on Varner’s drill is damn good. Not as easy as it looks. Master this and one will have a competitive 9 ball game. The only 9 ball skills missing are a draw and break.
@billbrower44994 жыл бұрын
As always, Chris, really impressive. Well done, sir.
@philliptaylor28434 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris. I'm going to try this now. I've been struggling with my speed control lately. Maybe this will help.
@daveleininger44904 жыл бұрын
Cool vid
@eyupemreerdem95393 жыл бұрын
You make it look so easy man...
@thomasdruhland4 жыл бұрын
Great demo! Something I will add to my “tool box”.
@billybobjr29514 жыл бұрын
Nick Varner is a awesome guy
@ATrainGames4 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, Chris. Terrific presentation with the multiple camera angles. Oh, and nice shirt, too! :D
@litohedaria74034 жыл бұрын
I like it. I’ll practice it.
@johnhester40243 жыл бұрын
I saw something similar in Phil's book or another one can't remember I am getting old
@marcsmorsels77884 жыл бұрын
I'm going to set it up right now!
@VinayPai4 жыл бұрын
Nice runs! I always find myself anxious of scratching in the side pocket on shots like you have on the 5 at 3:25 , and tend to overdo the side spin or just dog the shot entirely. That seems like a very good shot to practice to the point where I can feel confident enough to execute without worrying about the scratch.
@jimsandberg20004 жыл бұрын
Well done Chris. I like this drill, I like how you shot it from both angles too. I think the 2,3,4,5 are more like a ball from the rail though not 1", (oh you know someone had to say it.) seriously, Keep the great videos coming bud!
@ThrottleLockTV4 жыл бұрын
Some guys be convincing that's 6"
@wuxy41694 жыл бұрын
Nice drill, and I love the new camera angle :D
@beercanbrian18804 жыл бұрын
This drill demonstrates one of the main differences between 9-ball and 8-ball or even straight pool. 9-ball requires "long distance" positional play where a player has to be able to move the cue ball all over the table for position on the next shot. 8 and straight are generally more tippity-tap kind of positional play.
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
For the most part, your statement is true. However, there are occasions in 8-Ball and Straight Pool where you'll have to move the cue ball from one side to the other or one end to the other. I agree this does happen more in 9-Ball & 10-Ball, but it does come up in almost every game. All the more reason why I shared this drill.
@joncue03043 жыл бұрын
I like the drill, but going from the 6 to the 7 (and the next couple shots) I would just play center outside. That way when the cue ball hits the third rail it's dead on angle to the next ball. Leaves more room for error, less chance to leave the cue ball on the rail and with center, the cue ball crosses dead center of the table and it's impossible to scratch (when going from any point on one rail and through the center of the table, you can't go to a pocket).
@Zowkander4 жыл бұрын
Nice camera angles, better than the profesional matches on tv xD. Love the drill will practice bc the balls close to the rail are a pain for me i miss almost every one xD
@waynegoins90334 жыл бұрын
AWESOME VIDEO!
@John-dn3vh4 жыл бұрын
Love to see you putting up drills let’s me first say I’m a big fan. And here’s the but.....lol But when I clicked on this video I was laughing so hard I peed my pants. Let’s just break this down go pro head bad beige microphone and to top it off you have a PIMP Shirt on. Homg thank you for the laugh. Hopefully this posts make you chuckle great drill great outfit you crack me thank you. One of your biggest fans! First time commenting I just could not resist. Homg
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
Well the GoPro is obviously for the PoV. I use to use a lavaliere microphone clipped to my shirt, but found instances where my cue would hit the microphone, and the beige one I'm wearing now was the better alternative. If there was a black one out there, I would use that. I can't just use the microphone on my camcorder cause it's too echoey in my garage. The Pool Is My Passion (PIMP) shirt, is just my way of giving that apparel line free advertising. I don't have any sponsors, not even for the SharkMarks. A buddy of mine is the creator of those and I'm just helping getting them out there. I can say that I do chuckle at myself having all this gear in a video! Now I know what Earl Strickland feels like! 😋
@PersistentWolfBilliards4 жыл бұрын
Awesome drill and explanation. I really like that above table view, was I the inspiration for the one lol?I might grab some shark marks, definitely look easy to set up. Awesome video man. By the way how did you get your Fargo Calculated?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
Your Fargo Rating is calculate by playing in BCA Leagues & Events, and anything that reports to Fargo. It's basically calculated off of how many games of yours are reported along with who you beat and who you beats you.
@DoubleEShow4 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, I once heard a pro say that when they are shooting the money ball, they still pick a spot on the table for position after the shot and that that helps them have something more to focus on other than the pressure of making the winning shot. Since hearing that, I do in fact miss less money balls because I'm not thinking about it being the money ball, rather I am thinking of putting the cue in a certain spot after the shot. Is there something you do when it's the money ball to settle your mind? Or is it just "Another" ball? Cheers!
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
I have two things that I may think about when on the money ball: 1. Is like what you described, but that’s when I have a medium to thin cut shot on the money ball. 2. My cue ball will hardly move after hitting the money ball, but on thicker hit shots. Primarily knowing that I’m not going to scratch.
@reneeswaim72802 жыл бұрын
Nice drill. Better than the 15 ball drill at my skill level
@marthalavigne16512 жыл бұрын
How do you learn the appropriate English to put on the qball? That looks like a good drill. I have alot to learn when it comes to pool. Love your videos!!
@LilChrisPoolPlayer2 жыл бұрын
Trial and error with lots of practice.
@eschaef714 жыл бұрын
I bounce these shots out of the pocket on my home table. With the low right needed to leave the cue, I must be getting squirt or throw or both. With the low right, where do you aim? Great drill thanks!!!
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
I use Back Hand English (BHE) so I don’t have to compensate for squirt. This allows me to aim directly at the Ghost Ball.
@antmaffia3 жыл бұрын
great drill. Above angle very useful. Question: I see a lot of markers used (as you said reinforcement circles and such). Is there any downside to adhesive residue on the table?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer3 жыл бұрын
Not with the SharkMark labels.
@legendsmagnificenttroopers34014 жыл бұрын
niceeeeee
@DavidWolfensperger4 жыл бұрын
Good drill
@edsonofilieo4 жыл бұрын
Being trying this drill and pretty hard but slowly getting to the 4 ball easier
@mythought17634 жыл бұрын
Great stuff, always like your demeanor. What camera are you using for the overhead?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
It’s my GoPro. I have a clamp accessory for it that I clamp to a bigger clamp that’s around my garage door opener motor. There’s a picture on my community wall with an older GoPro.
@mythought17634 жыл бұрын
Thank you, much appreciated!!
@stratossmg4 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up !!! I LIKE IT
@Tools4Investors4 жыл бұрын
Chris, great drill, I will give it a run today. Can you explain the overhead camera, I want to do that, but have not figured how to do it. And I like the shirt :)
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
The overhead camera is just my GoPro with a clamp accessory that I clamp to a bigger clamp that goes around my garage door opener motor. There’s a picture of it on my community wall, but it’s with an older GoPro. The GoPro that I’m using now is the Hero 8.
@jamesspann443 жыл бұрын
Great drill Chris! However, I had problems getting the cue ball to come back near the center of the table after hitting the object balls near the long rail. How can I get the cue ball to come back nearer to the center of the table (I did place right and left side spin on the cue ball before shooting it).
@LilChrisPoolPlayer3 жыл бұрын
You probably need a combination of a little more side spin and/or bottom spin on your cue ball.
@23mikefranc3 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, good video. What are you using to record your overhead view.
@LilChrisPoolPlayer3 жыл бұрын
A GoPro. It has a clamp accessory that I have clamped to a bigger clamp that’s around my garage door opener motor.
@hiramgarcia89774 жыл бұрын
Awesome drill took me a week to get it down, it's still a tough drill, but practice makes perfect. Also a question for 9 ball, what's the difference with spotting 9 vs 1? Thanks for your great videos.
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure what you mean by spotting 9 vs 1 for 9-ball?
@hiramgarcia89774 жыл бұрын
@@LilChrisPoolPlayer What I meant to say when racking, I've notice racking the 9 ball on the spot. I normally play with racking the 1 ball on the spot. Sorry for the confusion. Thanks
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
It was meant to change the predictability of the break, but the pros were able to figure out how to break with the 9-Ball on the spot too. Here's an article that explains breaking when the 1-Ball is on the spot and when the 9-Ball is on the spot: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/break/9-ball/
@johnhester40243 жыл бұрын
In the book it was called Mississippi 9 ball
@bolko1404 жыл бұрын
Lil' Chris could you explain the aiming method of Ron Vitello 90/90
@ThrottleLockTV4 жыл бұрын
Thinking about investing in the ICA system. Have you seen it? Any thoughts/opinions? Practicing a lot of different drills just seems tedious to setup the shark marks all the time, especially when practicing different drills back to back. Just wanted to hear what you think?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
I've also thought about getting the ICA system or the Projection Pro Billiards Training System and making some videos with it, but that's a rather large investment vs the SharkMarks or even just plain reinforcement labels. The primary use case for SharkMarks is break a rack of balls (8, 9, or 10-Ball), place the marks down under where the balls lay, and try to run out. If you're unable to, then you now have an easy reference to set the layout back up and try again. Even if you are successful, you can set the layout back up and move the cue ball to a different starting point and try again from there.
@johnbeliles57384 жыл бұрын
I have the ICA and love it... great investment!
@joerogers96662 жыл бұрын
Have you ever used any of his cues? We have a local dealer who sells them.
@LilChrisPoolPlayer2 жыл бұрын
I was not aware Nick Varner has is own line of cues.
@brandonsthaman4 жыл бұрын
Would I make adjustments to this drill as a lower skill level player (APA 3), or just go as far as I can?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
For this drill, I would suggest going as far as you can because that's how you can measure your progress.
@prestonpotter18672 жыл бұрын
Does it matter the size of table? All videos I see they are on 9' table all iIhave is 7' coin op
@LilChrisPoolPlayer2 жыл бұрын
Angles are angles no matter the size of the table. The only caveat to larger tables is how more accurate you have to be when shooting longer distances mainly with regards to compensating for throw (cut induced or spin induced).
@prestonpotter18672 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the replay much appreciated!
@722DL4 жыл бұрын
Well executed Nick , nice job , you make it look simple, you still look goofy with that head set , but again it made for a better recording and video, but you still look goofy
@tristanplays73774 жыл бұрын
When are you doing a 3 racks of ten ball thing
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
I have a bunch of coaching videos to catch up on, before I play the ghost in 10-ball.
@AlsAllMetalDetecting4 жыл бұрын
Good drill Chris. Have you ever seen the Projection Pro Billiards Training System? Check it out here on YT. Way better than stickers on the table. Be well, Al-Fu
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
Way better than stickers on a table, sure, but also way more expensive too! I've thought about purchasing the Project Pro Billiards Training System and making some videos with it.
@AlsAllMetalDetecting4 жыл бұрын
@@LilChrisPoolPlayer I already have a projector and I was thinking about drawing my own drills on the computer and then just projecting them onto the pool table. "Poor man's" version!
@melfreedom27553 жыл бұрын
what camera do you use on the overhead angle
@LilChrisPoolPlayer3 жыл бұрын
GoPro Hero 8 amzn.to/3dhCI5V
@fordjrwilliam4 жыл бұрын
Great just need the cue ball and English for over head so we know what your doing and using
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
Every shot, except the first one, was done with some amount of outside spin. Meaning that if I was cutting a ball to the right, then left spin was put on the cue ball. If I was cutting a ball to the left, then right spin was put on the cue ball. When I hit balls 2 - 5, I also put some amount of bottom spin. While with balls 6 - 9, it was more center or top spin with a little bit of outside spin as well.
@fordjrwilliam4 жыл бұрын
Lil' Chris I listen to the podcast you were on with Rollie and you said you looked to the comments for reference on things you missed or didn’t explain well. I was just trying to point out to avoid comments adding the ball and the English you typically do on the not over head view. Just trying to add to that complete finish your looking for. Maybe I could have explained that better originally
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
The only reason why I left off the cue ball diagram on the overhead view was because when I mounted my GoPro above my table, the view is perfectly fitted. I would have to get higher up, which I can't, so you'd be able to see around the table. Since the table took up the entire view, I didn't want to clutter it up more with the cue ball diagram or even another headcam PoV.
@fordjrwilliam4 жыл бұрын
Lil' Chris sounds like how you got the lil Chris name too short to move the camera up😂🤣 jk ok but great stuff love the headset it’s so I got this special I am trying to sell and for a limited time we throw in shipping and handling in 😂🤣 keep doing this your bringing people who hadn’t had a chance to see how the games really played a chance to see it being social distancing you might help grow the sport we love so to you thanks
@Herkfixer13 жыл бұрын
Do you have another link for those labels, I just get a 404 error?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer3 жыл бұрын
Which link? It should be updated in the description with 1pkt.com/
@Herkfixer13 жыл бұрын
@@LilChrisPoolPlayer no, the link for the labels for the table to be able to quickly setup drills.
@LilChrisPoolPlayer3 жыл бұрын
Does the link I put in my previous reply work?
@Herkfixer13 жыл бұрын
Oh, I'm sorry. The first time I went there I was getting an error code but now it works. It must have been an issue on my end. It works now. Thank you. I wanted to buy them but wanted to make sure you get credit for the referral.
@albertoperez1612 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris whats the width of ur shaft?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer2 жыл бұрын
12.9mm Predator Revo
@albertoperez1612 жыл бұрын
@@LilChrisPoolPlayer thanks! I bought a JF several weeks ago and i have always used 12.5 but thinking about going a bit wider, just dont know yet! 🥴
@Corner4Billiards4 жыл бұрын
What cameras are those?
@LilChrisPoolPlayer4 жыл бұрын
During the 1st attempt, the main camcorder is www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D56B759/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 And the headcam is a GoPro Hero 8 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B084HP4YNP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 The GoPro was also used for the overhead view.
@Corner4Billiards4 жыл бұрын
Lil' Chris thx buddy
@thomaswalchesky8961Ай бұрын
This is not the correct layout for Nick Varner’s 9 ball drill. It’s kind of like it but not the same.