POOL LESSONS | Easy BANKING and KICKING Technique (Quick to Learn)

[@cgibbergo263]

I started using it right after watching and has helped my game a lot. I'm new to the game so experience will only help me use this and some of your other videos. My rank is only a 3 but have won a few matches over opponents ranked 5 and 6 using this video (and another video you made). Will be watching more and thanks for sharing the techniques and making them easy to use.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Huge compliment! Thank you very much and by all means keep playing and improving! We never stop learning. This sport we play can be frustrating but also very rewarding. I love it. Cheers 👍

[@patrickmcguire255]

Great system. I have a couple of refinements. Once you are comfortable with the system, change the order of steps. First identify the diamond that you will use and then calculate the amount of variance. That way you have to remember the adjustment for a shorter period of time. The second is when making kick shots do not aim your cue at the center of the ball but at the spot where you would hit the ball in order too make the shot. As in the eleven ball kick shot, instead of aiming directly at the center of the ball with your cue, aim at the spot where you want to strike the eleven in order to pocket it.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Awesome.

[@rebelkline3858]

i slowed down today and watched a few different systems - this is by far the easiest system to understand and pickup.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm glad. To this day I still use it 💪👍 Cheers man

[@cecilfreeman6147]

Wow! I tried this today. To date this is the best system that has worked for me. I was surprised how well I was making my banks. My percentages went from about 15% to 65% and I only practiced it today less than an hour. The hardest part was seeing the diamonds, and also estimating the diamonds in between the marked diamonds. I think with more practice my percentage is going to improve. I am actually thinking about taking a hole punch to some sticky back labels and using them to mark the diamonds in between till I can visualize them better. I thought I saved you video on my phone, but somehow lost it. Since is had worked so well I wanted to watch it again. I searched on my laptop till I found it tonight. Thanks so much!!!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm really glad it's worked for you! Everyone learns differently but for me this system really resonated with me after I learned it. You made my day with this comment! Cheers

[@andyharris3376]

@@HereAfterBilliards I noticed that you didn’t have any recent videos up. I had played on and off since the early 90s and I have never seen this system I had gotten lessons from Hunter Lambardo, Rodney Morris, Steve Cook, Tommy Kennedy, Mike D, no one has ever showed me the system . Videos from buddy hall, nick Varner, bugs rocker, read, and countless other people it’s amazing to me that it’s very simple I don’t know if it’s a subconscious thing or just Magic but it works great

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@andyharris3376 Honestly it's like I said in the video. We watched a guy in Vegas using it and he explained it to us after we asked. Whether he made it up or he was taught it by someone else I don't know. I'm the same as you. It just works for me. It's gotten me out of trouble countless times. Thanks for watching? 👍

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@andyharris3376 OH and thanks for calling me out on content. Summers are very busy for me but I have to make time to shoot more videos! This is on me. Stay tuned👍

[@78tag]

All of this boils down to your accuracy at hitting the "spot" so using this approach is probably about as good as I'm going to get anyway. Whether anyone wants to argue about proving this to be useful or not, I like it and it is just simp[e enough to make me think I can do this. It's all about confidence and if it improves that, you are ahead of the game. Thanks for sharing.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers for that. A lot of people have commented on how it's resonated with them. To this day it's still the technique I use when playing.

[@hectorotani27]

love this!!! my buddy who passed away last year told me bout this but this explains it well , could u do a follow up vid ,thanks!!!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm so sorry for your loss man. Question ...what exactly would you like to see in a follow up video? Is there something specific?

[@hectorotani27]

@HereAfterBilliards thank you, and what I mean is some tables or places have low light or worn diamonds so it tuff to use certain kicking systems, I'd like more of a system where diamonds are always needed , most of the time i use parallel or incorporate several systems ,the SID system is nice too,but if u could make a vid on simplifying kicking ,it be great ,thanks

[@adambandurak8913]

If on kick shots you aim for the ghost ball spot (intended contact point) and then do your transition you'll be more likely to pot the ball than just hit it, unless you're trying to do a kick-safe.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Yup. And I've actually incorporated this into my routine now. Cheers!

[@kikimomikuto6689]

I just liked and subscribed... This is for me the simplest yet the most effective banking and kicking system I've seen..

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks so much. I totally agree which is why I've used it since learning it all those years ago. It still takes practice but I'm very happy you found value in it. Cheers!

[@chamueladejo4697]

Thank God, your friend asked what he is doing. I will practise this technique. Thanks for your clear explanation. Youre doing great.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're very welcome. Let me know how it goes for you.

[@chamueladejo4697]

Hi again. Just want to say thank you for this simple technique to you, andrew and the guy who shared it. Yes, it is very effective and Ive used it for several times. Never got a bad shot. 👍👍👋👋👋

[@gregbailer8701]

Nice video and system, Andreas. I have seen SVB use the cue stick on the near rail in tournament shots. I never realized what he was doing. It now makes sense to just lay the cue on the near rail to visualize the line from the near rail to CB center and beyond thru the OB center. He just does it without bending down.

[@2A-Bear-Arms]

He should also say ....it depends on how hard you hit the ball. notice he was hitting the cue ball with some force. If he hit it softer the object ball would fan out....harder it would shorten up, etc.

[@sandraleavens9210]

Thank you so much! Think I can do this. I am really still trying to learn and have watched so many videos. Determined to get my fundamentals down pat before I tried bank shots, or English. Think I am ready to try and make some bank shots in my game. This is the first system I have seen that is inline with the way I think about my angles.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You absolutely can do this and that's why I like this system so much and I gravitated to it. I hate math and trying to calculate lines on the pool table. Eventually you'll get to the point where you might want to augment this system with another more mainstream system. Think of it as a double check. You got this👍👍🔥

[@diananguyen9824]

Probably the best and simplistic lesson. ❤️ it and thank you so much for sharing!!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're most welcome! Thanks for watching❤️

[@randyattwood]

Have since looked at many system and I like this one the best. Will get you the closest with the less fuss! And AIM FOR THE DIAMOND so important

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thats great. To this day it's the way I like to get there as well. We all have our own tendencies so we may have to alter this and that depending on the situation we find ourselves in but this is a great starting point. 👍

[@brandonhartmann9479]

Nice! First time I have seen this method. I can't wait until I can practice it tyvm

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Let me know how it goes. It's a different system for sure

[@LyRiCss718]

Omg! This really helped me to understand, how the diamonds work. Watching other videos, I thought I needed to use a calculator. Lol.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Yeah that's the way I feel about it too. I'm good at math...but I don't want to do it when I play pool. I'm glad you find value in the system. I use it to this day

[@Deep_Divers]

Thank you for sharing this information. Always looking for something quick and efficient to use in a game.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Of course. Enjoy!

[@Nazareth434]

Thank You! Thank You! My Brain fell out trying to memorize all the other ways, angles, variances, etc- this is a lot easier-

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're very welcome.

[@frankhernandez133]

Geometry is MATH. Using a diamond system to even find distance plus or minus (MATH) from a diamond, then using a second diamond system guessing through trial & error to find a target takes more time. Maintaining a numbering system will allow a player to see lines required for banking &/or kicking quicker. Like all systems, including this one, practice is key! Therefore, numbering systems used for banking & kicking eliminate multiple steps.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

To each their own I say. I can't disagree with you. All our minds work differently and some will prefer one way over the other. I just wanted to get this system out there as I've never seen anyone talk about it before. Thanks for watching and commenting✔️👍

[@snuuker892]

@HereAfter Billiards great system. Rarely miss one rail kicks using the system. I'm also using it for 2 rail kicks. Works great there as well.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

That's interesting. How are you using it for two rail kicks?

[@snuuker892]

@@HereAfterBilliards exactly the same way you line up the one rail kicks. That is all about figuring out where you need to aim on the rail. I actually find it a bit easier to visualize which one of "the diamonds" I need to hit near with the 2 rail kicks also.

[@stanburris4900]

Outstanding. I also tried the system and fine it to be very good. Getting the 'feel" should make it much better. Thanks for passing it on.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm glad you like it and it's working for you. Cheers man

[@stanburris4900]

@@HereAfterBilliards I have tried many banking systems over the years and, while they worked if mastered, tended to cause me to lose concentration in my approach to the rack. This simpler method allows me to solve the immediate problem without losing sight of the plan I had mentally established to deal with the remainder of the balls. Thanks again for sharing.

[@bradellis141]

Man thanks brother this is so much easier

[@HereAfterBilliards]

The best to you!!

[@joshmartin8856]

Another great focus is to imagine the ball going in reverse out of the pocket towards your bank. Run in forward and backward in your mind until you see the angle where it aligns both ways. Should get you even closer to the right diamond quicker.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I like that. I'll giver a shot👍👍

[@paoyuantsai4404]

this is so easy and effective way to make it!! thanks for the sharing!!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching

[@bengal-dan9000]

I like that you are playing on a valley because most on here use bigger tables even though that more people play on valley bar boxes for the most part

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Well thanks for that. I will admit that it's not by choice. I used to have a 4 1/2 by 9 but I had to sell it when we built out the basement.🥺 I miss my 9 footer. I'm planning on buying some pro Ridgeback rails to tighten up the pockets and make it more challenging and precise👍

[@ronznine7870]

Thanks!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers brother and thank you very much🥂😊

[@tomalderman7598]

Very nice. Can’t wait to try It out tomorrow. Thanks for sharing.

[@ronniewanendeya6625]

Oh my God - the satisfaction of a bank shot/kick

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Yes indeed!!

[@jaroslavcech225]

It might be interesting to also talk about CUT INDUCED THROW as it is definitely a big part of banking. But to be honest, at 7:45 I really thought you were gonna be short cause you didn't make up for the lost angle by CIT, nevertheless it still went in, which was a bit surprising. Such a cool video though man!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Yeah nothing's going to replace getting to the table and testing the system with your own cue. I need to figure out a better angle for my overhead view. It's a GoPro attached to my pool light but because I need it in the wide mode the picture is fisheyed. This system is a base to go off of. There's lots of other aspects like you mentioned that need to be taken into account. Thanks for watching!!

[@kylehicks4921]

Also people have different cues, they have to pay attention to the amount of deflation. Not everyone has the best cues lol

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@kylehicks4921 Yup...totally agree. A person needs to hone in with their fundamentals and equipment

[@randyattwood]

Great general guide!

[@Danumurti18]

Awesome...this is easier than parallel shift

[@HereAfterBilliards]

What's even better is to learn multiple systems get fast at them. Then you can cross reference to check and see if you're getting the same thing. 👍

[@Danumurti18]

@@HereAfterBilliards yes I've tried it this morning, it works really well combining the two system. Awesome!

[@Danumurti18]

@@HereAfterBilliards I wonder is there any ordinary aiming system (not kicking or banking) that also using diamonds? I found it pretty fun using diamonds as reference, when it work it feels like magic 😂

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@Danumurti18 Hmm not that I know of. There's a bunch of aiming systems but in the end it'll come down to you understanding all the physics that go into a shot and fundamentals. Search out SVB aiming system or CTE aiming system. There's a bunch.

[@golfingmadeeasy]

Very good. I'll try it next time I get to play.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Awesome. Thanks for watching!

[@sixdusts]

wow! works like magic looking forward to seeing more trick on like this xpecially for cut shot😁

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm glad it's helped!

[@hoppechr]

In a given bank shot, the aiming point for the object ball on the rail should always be the same, irrespective (more or less) from the exact cue ball's position. Therefore, this system cannot be correct (geometrically) and works (if it does) for other reasons than made explicit in this video.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Indeed. Many others have tried to figure it out. I wish you luck if you're going to try. 👍😁 For many who have tried the system...it just works for them...as it does for me.

[@Edgesgirl4747]

Awesome!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers. I hope it helps

[@losoj30]

Thanks

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Enjoy

[@Mr600paul]

Love you man it worked perfectly

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Awesomeness! Enjoy it

[@andyharris3376]

Awesome system

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks for that! Cheers

[@davidarchuleta8446]

Super Great ,THANKS

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're very welcome👍

[@tonyrink9999]

Awesome tip. Thanks.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers

[@kevinbrand559]

Nice !😊

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers👍🥂

[@patrickperkins5256]

Great system man! Thanks

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're most welcome👍

[@SRKanai1]

This is the system I've been looking for! Thank you soooo much.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're very welcome. For me it's the simplicity and ease on why I use it. All our brains work differently though and some people may like doing math😂 Thanks for the kind words!

[@Chris-mw8dr]

Lol lol I've been to the Riv back in 2000 at the APA conv. That's on the old end of Vegas Strip . I remember the Bellagio Hotel with the moving Silver Statue in the lobby before you got to the Casino and The Hotel that had the roller coaster in it that came up threw the Sidewalk out side lol 🤣. Those was the Days .. Nice Video Brother !!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks man. Vegas certainly has changed over the years

[@carloscervantes618]

Till this day your the only one that teaches this sys lol

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing 😂. If it works for you then I'm happy. It certainly isn't in any book.

[@carloscervantes618]

I remember seeing this video some time ago and ive been looking for it till I finally found it and downloaded this video and certainly works for sure! Thank you

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@carloscervantes618 My pleasure!!

[@darrellthompson5468]

Great video- Thanks

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks for watching! 👍

[@pete-do3fz]

Interesting. Cant wait to try it out . I could see on your alignment your shots would be close .

[@HereAfterBilliards]

It's definately my go to system for single rail banks and kicks. Just be cognisant of your pace and the English you're putting on the cue ball and adjust the system accordingly for yourself. Thanks for watching!

[@pete-do3fz]

@@HereAfterBilliards Okay . Tried it today . Played a few hours and used your method for kicks & banks . ( I was surprised how accurate it seems and so simple to see .) ( knowing diamond systems I was a little confused on why it seems to work .) unsure about how to use it for 2 rail kicks & banks . i thought it excellent. Shot with 0 English . Thanks ! Pp

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@pete-do3fz That's awesome. It's funny that you say you're unsure why it works because I've been saying that since I learned it all those years ago. I'm sure there's some mathematical reason why it does but I don't know it. The system is definately only a single rail system though. Thanks for the feed back!

[@pete-do3fz]

@@HereAfterBilliards Listen . I wondered if it would work just for aiming any shots ( not banking and kicking ) Yes ! I used the cue ball and any rail through the ob ( similar to poolology ) to visualize the shot . ) accurate .

[@seeks384]

Great technique!! What does “wiped it’s feet on the way down” mean??

[@HereAfterBilliards]

😀 Oh it means that it rattled somewhat before it actually fell👍👍 Thanks for watching!

[@user-zq7to2li6z]

good video but you forgot two very important things... where you are hitting the cue ball and at what speed ???????

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Good point. What I would say is absolutely no juice and weight is a medium pace. Try to judge my weight from what you see on the screen. Obviously hitting the bank or kick with too much pace will lower the induced angle. Banks are dynamic but with this system all I hoped was to get it out there for people to try. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@trailerwookie]

How would you adjust for Diamond tables that notoriously bank shorter? Or do you even need to adjust?

[@HereAfterBilliards]

There's a potential adjustment on every table I'd say. Set up a few shots to zone in and see. Remember that multiple factors go into a bank shot. Weight, spin and the table itself are all factors.

[@alfredjones3195]

Great 👍 information

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm glad you found value in it. Like anything it takes practice at the table. I hope you enjoy trying it out and thanks for watching!

[@jimitb7960]

Really enjoyed your borrowed method for one rail banks and kicks, thanks for the coaching! One little thing...your introductory music just doesn't seem to fit ! Something a little calmer to set the mind to concentrate on the lesson!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers and thanks for watching. If you watch some newer videos you'll see different music👍

[@joseangelquielsantamaria832]

Interesting

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cheers. Thanks for watching

[@erickort1987]

i didnt know tommy dreamer from ECW did pool tutorial videos,lol

[@HereAfterBilliards]

🤣🤣🤣🤣You're not the first to say that lol

[@BangTimePool]

Good tips!! Keep building your channel!

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks so much. Just sorting through how I want the next one put together. I think it'll be a sassy one

[@gobbledegook1]

I don't see why or how this system would work. For the same bank moving the white ball obviously gets you different measurements, but the object ball still needs to hit at the same point of the cushion. Doesn't add up... Probably why I haven't heard of this "system" before.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

It is strange but give it a try and wait on forming an opinion. You might be surprised. 👍

[@godjhaka7376]

I don't mind math, I'm a current Dean's List student in 2 honor societies at the University. Maybe I need to upgrade the system to match my abilities.

[@godjhaka7376]

OP sound afraid if banks, fear in his voice. He would be totally destroyed by the lowest level black players in Chicago who only play bank pool and one pocket. Prob make him quit playing pool forever 😂😩

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Cool man. You do you. Maybe this system isn't for you then👍

[@HereAfterBilliards]

LOL. I'm not scared of banking...but I view them for what they are...a lower percentage shot than a straight shot. That much is irrefutable. 👌👍

[@karlsanramon8528]

Thanks for the banking/ tip! Any tips on aiming (aside from ghost ball)? Stay safe

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks for watching. I do have something in the works for an aiming technique. I should have a video out very soon!

[@williamsheppard8738]

I have a Aiming system and it's pretty lethal but it's not free it's actually very easy to learn and once you learn it you will get the big head thinking you will be a pro soon but you will soon find out it's a lot more than making the ball that makes you Pro level but you will be able to make the ball a lot but my system is not for beginners is for intermediate to advanced level players a beginner could not understand it

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Karl I don't know if you've had a chance to watch my latest video but it does have to do with aiming among other things. Check it out if you haven't 👍

[@stevemarion9591]

I have 2 questions, are you from Washington state? Did you put any English on the cue ball when shooting these shots? You system is totally awesome as long as we have good aim. Thanks stephen from Seattle

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Nope, I reside up in Alberta Canada. As for English...No. It's important to know that there's many factors that can effect what occurs when we attempt banking and kicking. English is obviously a big one but the other big one is the pace at which you hit the cue ball. You'll notice that I don't hammer any of the shots because that would effectively lessen the angle to which the cue ball or object ball comes off the rail. In short...practice this system at the start with no English and hitting at a medium pace. Then you can adjust and introduce other factors like English if the situation calls for it. Thanks for watching!

[@SRKanai1]

You should do a "what's in your bag" video if you haven't. I'd love to know what you play with.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I might one day but I think it would be a pretty boring video 😂. I shoot with an 18oz Huebler I bought in 1994 with my first summer job after high school. I fell in love with that cue and never looked back.

[@SRKanai1]

This has made the difference in my game, man. I love this! Fantastic.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

That's awesome! I'm glad it's helped.

[@pkyegon]

This is good. What of tables which don't have diamonds on them?

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I honestly have never seen a table without diamonds or circles on them!

[@JohnS-il1dr]

Freddy the Beard, world renowned one pocket player, taught something similar.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

You're the first who's mentioned seeing something similar. I'm going to research Freddy The Beard! Thanks for this!

[@CosplayZine]

"They were grinding each other" what happens in vegas doesnt always stay in vegas i guess...

[@HereAfterBilliards]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 This comment made day!

[@TimZ007]

I like this. No math LOL

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Right?! 😁

[@wviasalyers]

Just out of curiosity what size is your table? Looks very small on camera

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Sadly when I built out my basement I had to sell my 4 1/2 * 9...I've got a 7 foot barbox now cause that's all that would fit with no trouble spots.

[@wviasalyers]

@@HereAfterBilliards oh that’s unfortunate but Barbox is still good practice! Glad you’re still able to practice and master your passion

[@ryanlowe7315]

Why this dude staring at me like hes starting an early 2000s punk rock music video

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Did it feel like I was invading your personal space 😂😂? Sorry for that

[@ryanlowe7315]

@@HereAfterBilliards no i love it sir

[@davegiles8696]

What if the ball is close to or froze to the rail

[@HereAfterBilliards]

That's a bit of a loaded question. Some frozen balls are simply impossible to make without a double kiss occurring. That being said I still use the system the same for frozen balls. It's up to you to determine if you can avoid the double kiss though. Watch this video for more insight into frozen bank shots. Thanks for watching and commenting👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXbWf3ebidZgd6M

[@peterbecher35]

what English you useing or just center ball.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

No English whatsoever! That's a whole new can of worms

[@peterbecher35]

@@HereAfterBilliards thanks

[@bwhite429]

Is that Table a 3x6? It looks tiny

[@HereAfterBilliards]

🤣Unfortunately I had to sell my 4 1/2 * 9 when I finished my basement. Now this 3 1/2 * 7 must do. That being said the system is universal👍

[@bwhite429]

@@HereAfterBilliards yes, easy and good system. Thnx for vid

[@prettysober3370]

How do you find the right diamond on the second rail? Can't figure out

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Are you talking about when you look at where the butt of your cue intersects the rail?

[@prettysober3370]

​@@HereAfterBilliards Not exactly. I see how you find the diamond on this rail (straight line from the object ball to cue ball) but I'm confused how to locate the right diamond on the opposite rail

[@peterscott6103]

You look like the wrestler “Tommy Dreamer” 👍

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Lol I searched him out. I can neither confirm nor deny that there's a resemblance 🤣

[@allgood6760]

I use a table with NO diamonds! ... any tips?

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Really! That's interesting. Well one thing you could do if there are no markers at all is put your own down. Measure exactly between the pockets. Take that measurement and divide by 4. That'll give you the measurement to throw 3 evenly spaced markers on your table. Do that between all the pockets. You could use loose leaf reinforcements to start. Maybe you can look online and order something more long lasting after that. Thanks for watching!!

[@allgood6760]

@@HereAfterBilliards Reinforcements... thats the one!... Tables with no diamonds develops your 4D visuals...its enlightening when you don't normally look at things that way!.. cheers from NZ and make 2021 a good one 👍🇳🇿

[@Tasmanaut]

same, my table has no diamonds or markings.

[@paullopez3214]

good system but you have to guest where to hit the diamond side at.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Yup. Can't argue that...and I say that in the video. However I would argue that it doesn't take long as a new player to learn the physics behind the system👍Thanks for watching

[@jonforstrom1159]

Actually, "guessing" where to hit relative to the diamonds is the whole point of this. It actually doesn't matter where the cue ball and the object ball line up on the rail when you are setting up. I think it's just teaching you to focus on finding the right quarter-diamond area to aim for. Take any example in the video... if you take speed and spin out of it, once you place the object ball then there is one spot on the rail that will send the object ball to the center of the pocket. It doesn't matter where the cue ball is relative to the object ball. you can place the cue ball so that it intersects a diamond, or you can place it so that it's halfway between diamonds. You ultimately still need to hit the same spot on the rail to make it. So if the system works for you, it's because you are actually doing all the work! it's not the system. And in the end that's great because pros don't use math or diamonds to line up bank shots. they instinctively know (after hitting a million of them) where to hit them. In a somewhat roundabout way this is actually teaching you that.

[@78tag]

@@jonforstrom1159 I was thinking the same thing when he talked about predicting which side of the diamond to adjust on. I have never used any "system" because I never learned one. I think, after several years of pretty much guessing which side the diamonds to use, this system could actually work for me. I think I just need to place more priority on seeing the fractions of the half diamonds. All of this boils down to your accuracy at hit the "spot" so using this approach is probably about as good as I'm going to get anyway.

[@tomalderman7598]

I tried this tonight. I couldn’t get it to work. Prolly cause it’s a cheaper valley table. Rails are so inconsistent. Wish we had diamonds.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

It works on Valley tables too but if rails are inconsistent or dead yeah...thats a big problem

[@markmonger6805]

You play Walmac? What level and what bar/team?

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I do play Walmac. I took 4 years off but I came out of retirement this year. 👍Rosarios Team Deadly in the Open Division

[@kylehicks4921]

Is he using center ball the whole time? Or draw? Looks like draw to me lol

[@HereAfterBilliards]

No not the whole time but the third bank in the video I did add some pace to the bank and added some bottom to avoid the contract between the cue ball and object ball coming back. My GoPro is fisheyed and didn't give the audience a very clear picture at that angle. I have to do something about that. Either raise the camera or just shoot half the table in the over head. Thanks for watching.

[@kylehicks4921]

Still Appreciate the effort tho.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

@@kylehicks4921 Thanks man!

[@steveelle2169]

This system cant possibly work. Simply because the banking point never changes in reality so it can’t possibly change with the cueball alignment. Lol

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I respect your opinion. My one question to you is have you tried it? If you scroll through the comments here you ll see many many player saying it works for them. I'd like to hear your opinion after giving it a shot. That's all.

[@steveelle2169]

@@HereAfterBilliards The cueball position has absolutely no bearing on the point on the rail you need to hit in order to pocket the ball. Therefore when you use this system with the same object ball position and slightly move the cueball to different spots, the aiming point on the rail changes. Therefore it can’t really be accurate. Sure, maybe you can guess and slop some balls in on a bar table. You will never have any consistency with this system.

[@steezstream3481]

Fisheye Lens RUINS Bank System

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Perhaps the lens ruins the visual I give you but not the system itself. I need to raise my light higher to the roof so that my Go Pro doesn't need to be set on wide to capture the entire table. Thanks for the criticism though. It's something I've been thinking about.

[@godjhaka7376]

This is you don't know what about banks and never wanna. To really learn banks you need someone who loves to bank and passionate, which isn't OP. Find a black pool player.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I respect your opinion but the point I was trying to make is that banking is less safe than shooting a straight in shot. I always try to defer to that👍👍. Peace

[@randynorman8700]

First of all, the video does no good if you can't see your examples. Hire a camera man or leave leave the camera overhead. Thanks

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Thanks for the feedback

[@randynorman8700]

Your advice is King

[@eazy44]

You are not hitting where you are measuring watch the video yourself doing it watch where you bank the ball not where you are saying

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Can you give me a time index to show me the exact spot you're referring to?

[@peterbecher35]

Great video, tricky hitting the right spot, you never said what English your using or is it just just ctr. ball.

[@HereAfterBilliards]

Yup just like anything it takes practice. No English. Hit centre ball

[@ding-go]

At 4:40 you didn't shoot at the diamond you indicated you would shoot at. Was this just an error or ??

[@HereAfterBilliards]

I'm sorry but I'm not seeing it. The example after 4:40?

[@ding-go]

@@HereAfterBilliards At approx 4:20 your aim point is the MIDDLE diamond between the long rail side pocket and corner pocket. Then (approx 4:43) you seemed to actually shot toward the diamond CLOSEST to the side pocket. Not a big deal, just something I noticed. Great video nonetheless 👍🏼🙂👍🏼