POOL LESSONS - HOW TO SHOOT SHORT DRAW SHOTS FOR POSITION - 8 BALL, 9 BALL, 10 BALL - TOUGH LOVE

[@davidostlund6827]

Probably the most helpful lesson I’ve had to advance my play id almost rather do the semi circle or the L drill than shoot a regular game

[@punksnotdeaditsconservativ1693]

Brian is great, he teaches in such a way that any skill level can usually gain some knowledge they didn't have. Unless it's a video specifically tailored toward beginners, I usually learn a little something at minimum.

[@mrhcrip]

Whenever i need a reminder on my draw shot, I always play this video. Breaks it down nicely and reinforces the follow through vs bang & pray method

[@motolines8505]

After re-entering the pool business, now trying to learn the game properly, despite having been fairly successful on a self-taught basis years ago, I realized that the basic techniques are the most limiting factor if not executed well. Your explanations are brilliant, as you are not focussing so much on all the pro stuff as most other pool tubers. Appreciate your content! Keep up the good work!

[@edwinbenjamin144]

In a world full of nonsense, a bit of honesty and straight shooting go a long way. Thanks again for the great teaching.

[@shader26]

I hadn’t seen this video until recently. Had been trying that semi circle drill, was getting nowhere. Then a couple of things. I saw this video, and keyed in on your comment that slim area the cue ball has to hit in order to get them all. That put a new perspective on it for me. I realized it also was key to place the cue ball pretty exact for the first shot even. At this point I was able to sink the first two balls about 1 in 4 tries. Never was able to get the third. Thinking the key then is…I’m probably already doomed from the FIRST shot because even though I get position on the second, it’s not the position I need. Was getting very frustrated, and then decided to make my own drill that might help me with this drill. I put an object ball on the middle diamond short table side, then the cue ball next diamond back and try to draw so the cue ball only comes back to rest where it started. Not easy. But it’s showing me more just how softly I can hit and still get draw. Also experimenting with not hitting the cue ball as low, though I wonder if that is dumb since you stress that hitting it lower than you think you can is key. So I’ll experiment more. Both ways low on the cue and slightly higher.

[@GeorgeFoley-y9x]

Hi Brian, I think I’m Freddy but I’m a good guy. My level of play has improved a lot since I do some of your drills. Thanks. For the knowledge and encouragement. I am 85 years old and have my eye on this old guy’s tournament. If I get this short draw shot down, I should be competitive then you can call me Fred. Mr real name is George.

[@scottsmith3910]

The whole "Freddy" character always gets me 🤣🤣🤣🤣 "he's convinced himself he sandbagged to stay a 4" love your content man 🤟 you really have a good way of explaining things and relating to all skill levels. Just want to say thank you for what you bring to the pool community 🎱

[@kpicco1234]

i am freddy 😢

[@josephmarino1342]

I love the Freddy comments too

[@cashfit8]

Excellent! Will include Semi-Circle Drill in today’s practice. Keep bringing up Freddie. He and I have become friends. 😂 I went back down to a 2 in APA 8-Ball & lost a skill level in my local age 55+ league. Mainly because my otherwise very nice Level 8 APA team Captain gave stroke advice that was out of rhythm & didn’t improve my accuracy. Four months in I have gotten tired of losing and hearing about “when learning something new, you’ll get worse before you get better.” Taking back my power and going back to what works for me, and filming myself with iPhone to detect errors. Plus, of course, paying closer attention to Bryan’s videos!

[@darkhelmet4279]

Most people shoot almost EVERY shot too hard. George Fels addresses this in literally the first paragraph of his book Mastering pool. I never forgot that. Great tips! Keep them coming 👍

[@raysparks3161]

True - I hammer the ball when I'm playing for fun but then I'm not practicing the game I need for league.

[@TonyUrryMakes]

I come back and rewatch this periodically. It always helps my game.

[@billmankin6204]

Thanks Brian! Really appreciate your ability to clearly and concisely explain a concept. Even if I already know what you are teaching, you remind me of the _fundamentals_ I always need to work on. Keep rocking the advice!

[@hankh1610]

Brian, Howdy; Very nice video, provides an excellent example as to why folks DON'T need to hammer everything as hard as they do. A soft stroke can induce a more precise reaction from the CB and then they learn about true speed control.

[@gretaambrose-evans8567]

Brian, you are awesome! So much great info. Can't wait to practice these draws.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you like them!

[@Tony-ou2og]

After viewing this video, I went to play and used what I learned. My game improved tremendously from the very first game. Thanks a lot.

[@jerrysetchel4388]

Bryan, of the many great lessons you have given, this may be the best!

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks

[@rodconner9079]

Preach it Bryan!!!! If you Play vs Practice, you'll never develop the "feel" for the shot with consistency; it's that repetition that, in time, will give you the feel. From there --- only minor adjustments will be necessary for success in "play". Love what ya do Mr --- Great points and instruction; do appreciate it. Be Safe

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you Rod have a great day.

[@chuckrhodes4253]

You know Brian, you keep this up and I'll owe you a sixer of your favorite brew. Been having trouble with the short draw shot, any draw shot in fact but your simplifying the process clicked inside my head. Just got a 11.75 shaft and I like it because I'm able to tell more precisely where I'm hitting the cue ball. And you tell me to "go low" which you were correct I was afraid of the miscue. Went to the Legion last night (cheap tables and I'm a Vet) and practiced every shot as a short draw shot. Not only did it work better than I thought but I found myself getting better position for my next shots. Thank you Brian for emphasizing the finesse of the game it sure has helped me out. Take care. Peace✌

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you.

[@robsolo7767]

I decided this week that I am going to take my pool playing to the next level. Brian, you're gonna see me in the comments section of every video . Thanks for the knowledge.

[@angelacarter4883]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge. I have learned so much from your videos.

[@TopDownDC]

I was still struggling with draw shots until I just recently changed up my stance a bit. I started leaning my upper body more over the direction of the stroke, with more weight on the bridge hand. It gives me a lot more follow through, draw or follow,, with a lot less force.

[@bdudley2991]

All good stuff. Semicircle drill is challenging.

[@mythoughts.....4787]

For me, most informative yet relative to positional play. Your circle drill is simple, attainable, yet difficult and quickly shows the progress to achieve the desired results. I also like it because you can use it, (like you said), in a number of unexpected applications. Cheers !!!

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you and thanks for watching

[@rodneycasillas6400]

Awesome video, as always. FYI whoever is on the fence regarding lessons from Bryan, my advice is to try a lesson with him. I've been taking lessons for over a yr with him and my game just keeps getting better and better.

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you RC have a great weekend

[@stanmullins9814]

Tks for instruction. This will be a primary drill for me now. I now understand its importance for my position play.

[@randyattwood]

Got the cue tip you said you were using and wow what a difference.

[@AlexM-sk3lw]

Thanks!

[@FXBilliards]

You’re very welcome. Have a great weekend.

[@5000rgb]

I like the inset view of the table from above, it's a great addition to your videos. Thanks for another great video!

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you.

[@rodsautter6135]

Thanks Brian. Very well done explanation.

[@jimcapino1667]

Very nice information. For me right now I found that I keep my back hand loose I get more draw. But I feel like I am not changing anything and my draw went further. I am a level five in apa, but some nights I feel like a three. Doing this semi circle, I get two perfect, then the middle I seem to draw it back four feet. I am not hitting it any harder but the spin is crazy. I have been working on my extension through the ball. I think that I am extending further through the cue ball. I am not trying but it seems the easier I shoot through , the further it goes. I have definitely been working on my speed, speed kills me. So nice smooth stroke it get 2,3, then it goes further. I have been practicing every day to improve. I really like your videos and I pay attention to your cue ball, I can’t find a cue ball like what you highlight. I also realize that I don’t really know exactly where I am hitting the cue ball at times. So I have been practicing over the last two weeks on hitting cue ball exactly where I want. Thanks for the video

[@raferb]

Great drill and instruction! I stopped midway through and tried it. I could get 4 in constantly, but got out of shape after that. I have some more work cut out for me!

[@caseysrodeo14]

Thank you Brian, all extremely valuable information. Very informative and all very true. I use this type of drill on a regular basis. I'm always fine tuning everything thru out my practice sessions. The short draw shot really teaches you to have confidence within yourself as well as your stroke. Appreciate you....

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you.

[@mjg1185]

I feel like this channel is in my head. My short draw flaws lost me a match, I start working on the semi circle drill, then 4 days later this video comes out lol.

[@donnahasan7389]

Thanks! You talked about me today,. A 4 in APA and wonder why not a 5 or 6. I am not winning games but will change that with this practice. Thanks

[@CigerroGreenback]

Headed to go practice right now. Thanks! 👍

[@TopLineGear]

Best video ever! Helped me!

[@reginaldthomas6113]

I love it, I'm mediocre and have never had lessons, thank you so much.

[@219garry]

I found myself scooping the ball sometimes because i left a gap between the cues grip and the web of my hand. If i clenched my grip it would raise the butt end of the cue which of course lowers the cue tip and scoops the cue ball.

[@raysparks3161]

I used to practice drawing back to a cushion with a black off the spot (snooker) then gradually try and do the same shot with less and less power - I always figured that if you can get more action with less power then your accuracy must improve? I'm sure some call it "timing" but that's probably wrong, just my way of understanding. Anyhow, enough of my ramblings, great video, you're a new find for me.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks Ray. I hope you are subscribing.

[@ProzBeatz]

Good stuff brother. Recently started taking pool more serious an got involved in some taps an APA an watching your videos for the last few month has greatly improved my game. Much appreciated!

[@mikeandalicescott]

Great tips Bryan. I've been adjusting the length of my draw shots by hitting higher or lower on the cue ball. I'm going to practice adjusting the stroke speed instead as you show. Thanks!

[@alkyhauler8185]

GREAT information, I love your channel.

[@gwn860]

Great drill and content yet again Brian. Back playing again after a long layoff and drills like this certainly help me getting my stroke back, cheers.

[@Prasannakumar-yk7bf]

Authoritative tutorial! Thanks FXB.

[@jdhsingi]

Great drill and explanation. Thank you for sharing.

[@peterkelley6344]

Bryan, great discussion as always. Thanks

[@scurtin99]

This video is helping me a lot....I am winning more games. Thank you...Steve

[@FXBilliards]

Excellent

[@ross3603]

Love the channel bro been trying to get my game up thanks for your time.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad to help. Thanks for watching.

[@edwardaikens4807]

thanks brian that will help me quite a bit

[@eddiekent1997]

Learning Practice Thank you!

[@thomaswalchesky8961]

Good video on the real value of a draw shot.

[@mikepayne759]

Awesome lesson

[@desertrat5062]

Thanks again Brian for another great video. Could you explain the relationship between follow through and backstroke according to the shot being taken?Thx.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching. Trying to quantify backstroke and amount of follow through is tough but some channels will pretend they can do it. I will simply tell you, it is a personal thing that needs to be developed with reps. I hope that answers your question. Thanks again for watching Carl.

[@richardcampbell5762]

APA Freddie Who's a 4 and doesn't understand why he's not a 6! That had me rolling on the floor laughing my ass off. You got a new subscriber. From New Mexico. Cheers 🍻 👍🇺🇸✌️🇺🇸🤙

[@keithstephenson9085]

Thanks for all the great instruction. I've down in Hawaii trying to learn the draw shot. You make it look so easy! Some other instructors talk about the importance of accelerating into the ball. Do you think this is very important?

[@FXBilliards]

You should have a fluid stroke that hits top speed at contact (not easy to judge) I think of my draw shot not as accelerating into the ball but shooting through the ball. That way follow through is built in. If you accelerate into the ball, you subconscious mind thinks that you are done with the shot once making contact. Try it a number of ways and see what works best for you.

[@barbarasteed3966]

Thank you for sharing

[@samuelleevallongo9752]

Tremendous advice love ur channel

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks so much!

[@ronnielemon1559]

I got to practice a litt6 more on the draw & position my ball will not draw.. I need to be smoother and lower and dont drive the

[@pinecone5058]

Great video thanks for your time

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching!

[@darrelltaylor8822]

Appreciate your video's Brian. You have helped my game so much. Is that a cue hanging on the wall in a frame? What is it?

[@FXBilliards]

That is my very first Quality pool cue which I used well over 30 years.

[@RafaelDelCastillo-z3y]

Great Bryan. Working on 100 hrs to get that😎

[@FXBilliards]

You got this!

[@juansosa644]

Very good advice 👌 thanks

[@michaelmccullar2982]

Thank you very much for the good tips I will subscribe

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for the sub! And thanks for watching

[@beverlypetry1809]

New to pool but loving it. Can you show how to do the draw shot? I am struggling with it.

[@FXBilliards]

Beverly if you shoot a very short video of yourself shooting the shot and send me a link I can analyze the shot for you. Email me at [e-mail]. Thanks for watching.

[@ZINNO_AHOI]

Beautiful explained

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for liking

[@fire9132]

I feel so called out at the beginning LOL! Back to the grindstone.

[@elsat.r.5059]

awesome men, thank you

[@Mikey-np1gg]

Hi Brian, I recently bought your NWQ lesson package and am enjoying the instruction. I have a question about the short draw drill. Do you adjust slightly the amount of spin you put on the ball as you make your way around the semi circle? Or is your shot for this drill so consistent, that you don’t even think about it.

[@FXBilliards]

I hit every shot at the same spot on the cue ball- I adjust my cue speed slightly for whatever I need to get position. Your goal is to be able to draw the ball with as soft a hit as possible using good technique. That’s where the control comes from. Thanks very much for investing in NWQ

[@ELEDUCADITO1]

Hello Brian how many tips below center should I hit the ball

[@FXBilliards]

I got every draw stop and drag shot in the same place. (At the very bottom of the cue ball. ). Scary Low for a lot of players.

[@dextertracy3739]

``Great Lesson..Really well done. Your tone and simple specific directions makes a player want to go out and practice . This doesn't make it easy or mean your not going to have to hit a lot of balls and apply yourself.What Gary does is give you the tools and he tells you how to use them/ Now you know what you need to do in order to be successful. No mystery ! Practice and you will improve . That much is simple. Well done.

[@davidware9201]

I wish you would do more on shot selection, and pool positions.

[@FXBilliards]

Hi David, I have no less than 30 videos on running racks, shot selection, patterns etc. And I put out new ones on these subjects about every couple of weeks. Here are SIX OF THEM kzbin.info/aero/PLABjYXs-mGYCi7pIQeZnKo7RUF4PpDXDk

[@davidware9201]

I took a 120 short draw shots 117 out 120 I made.

[@robertirwin8892]

I think you just told me what I'm doing wrong on some shots.( Scooping, I feel like I'm hitting about a 1/2 of tip off the table, low center of the cue ball).

[@MrChakamaka]

Awesome video!!!

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks!!

[@markdfoster6928]

Thank you love it. break on

[@jeffdockery6679]

I was needing to replace a tip on my playing cue. What brand and what kind (soft, medium or hard) would you recommend. Or what tip do you prefer. Thank you for the videos and your time they have been very helpful for me just be a beginner.

[@FXBilliards]

i use Victory Soft tips and Kamui Black Soft. I like them both. Thanks for watching.

[@FirstWayHockey]

Now I pratice this semi-circle drill every time I go on a table. I wonder if you use a little bit of left or right english to get position on the next ball ? By the way, thanks to don't let me be another Freddy !!!

[@FXBilliards]

No English is needed to get position if you have the right angle -if you don’t have the correct angle you might need to throw an object ball a little bit just so that you can hit the angle you want.

[@FirstWayHockey]

@@FXBilliards Ok but as there is so very minor window of error we have to work hard to be consistant at the speed we hit the cue ball. By the way, as we play often snooker on a 4,5'x9' table this short distance draw shot is very useful.

[@backyardbilliards101]

Great info as always buddy

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you Chuck

[@brettcreech3490]

Thanks very good video.😎

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you liked it!

[@elmetriusgreen8050]

Is there a special type of pool stick to shoot the draw shot

[@FXBilliards]

Absolutely not- you should be able to shoot it with a $25 cue from Walmart with enough practice

[@joshsomebody832]

I have a question about revo. I don't wearing a glove, but my shafts gets dirty pretty fast. Besides predator wipes (expensive), anything you can use in the pool hall that'll work? Damp cloth?

[@FXBilliards]

A paper towel with a little bit of rubbing alcohol on it, will be fine. Slightly damp cloth is good too but the alcohol evaporates quicker

[@stephenfindeis2381]

I use first aid alcohol prep pads. They come either individually wrapped or they also come in a jar of 100 pads. Both are 70% alcohol.

[@ledbus36]

hey Bryan, luv the videos and the way you communicate everything. keep it up my friend. just a thought...have you seen the NEW Predator APEX pool table? you need to hit up your boys over at Predator...if not comped for the advertising and all your endorsements of their products....at the very least you would get it dirt cheap. it would look absolutely Bad Ass in your man cave making all your videos. that table is SICK!!!

[@FXBilliards]

Yes those tables are very nice but I already have a new table from another manufacturer coming in in two weeks- so no free tables from Predator.

[@garykboykin7498]

Brian, How can I get in touch with you?

[@FXBilliards]

Gary: you can email me at [e-mail]

[@rolaraus]

Great video, super useful, and I'm pretty sure that's a *quarter* circle 🤓

[@FXBilliards]

The Name Semicircle is used as a noun, not an adjective. Its the name of the drill. Just as our Acid Test drill involves zero acid. Thanks for watching Rob. Have a great day.

[@Crazywaffle5150]

I have a problem with draw in general. I can ONLY do short draw shots. If I get lucky I a can do a mid rage one. I will practice these going into the side pocket, drawing it back into the opposite side pocket. However the more I practice, the worse I get. I'll hit in every variation and recommendation given on long shots, and it never works. If I try a long one it turns into stop shots. Sometimes, when I think I can draw the ball it just becomes a stop shot no matter how hard I try. I can do every other type of spin and fallow. Some days I can do like 4 draw shots in a row, then randomly I can't do it. So I never depend on them in game because I'm to scared It will fk up my position, so I just rely on natural follow shots of the rail.

[@FXBilliards]

It sounds like you need to put in a lot more reps -the shots don’t come to you with a couple hundred shots more like a couple thousand. Let me know how you make out.

[@JoeNovella]

What about tip maintenance, I can’t draw without a dime radius.

[@FXBilliards]

I like the dime the most

[@FirstWayHockey]

More I try this drill more I think there is something else that is not said. Most of the time my draw shot goes too much on the side for next shot even if I draw well.

[@FXBilliards]

This is not an easy drill -your position has to be perfect from the very first shot- you have to adjust your speed your distance and your angle to get around the semi circle. I learned the drill 30 years ago so I have a lot more reps than the average person- by lots I mean thousands more. The secret ingredient is practice. Thanks for watching

[@FirstWayHockey]

@@FXBilliards [your position has to be perfect from the very first shot­] Hum... must be my problem, I will try beginning with less angle on the first shot and let you know.

[@brett6314]

I've been pretty wild too. Can't seem to hold the 6 to 12 inch back. I think I'm hitting it "better" and am getting like 2 feet when I think I'll get 6 inches. Looks like this will take some time.

[@yes2crypto]

Yes, the shot is good for offensive purposes, but I find it even better for defensive purposes

[@laney409]

I have tried so hard to do that draw shot and I just can't get it. I keep scooping it and although I watch this video over and over, I just can't get it. So frustrating.

[@FXBilliards]

If you would like to post a video and send me a link, I can tell you pretty quickly what you might be doing wrong

[@laney409]

@@FXBilliards I'll try to do that. I've only been playing pool for a little over a year..never played in my life and now in a league where I'm a level 2 and coming up on 3 fast, but I can see how a draw shot would really help to improve my game. Thank you so much!!

[@ralphthel]

On a scale of 0 to 100 how tightly should I be holding the cue ball

[@FXBilliards]

Please reread your question and ask me again. I’m not sure what you want to know

[@ralphthel]

@@FXBilliards sorry🙃….I wanted to know on a of scale of 1 to 100 how tightly should I be holding the cue for draw shots. I noticed that in some of your shots (in other videos) you occasionally hold the cue at the very end of the cue stick, any reason why? By the way I think you are the best instructor of all the other pool instructors I have seen here on KZbin

[@Tribo]

Lol, I feel like I got called out, im definitely guilty of being able to do a power draw shot but not able to do this consistently

[@ChannelStarface]

I look forward to ruining the table felt as I try to put together something resembling a draw shot.

[@FXBilliards]

You should not have a problem with your cloth. I shoot jump shots masse shots and thousands of draw shots and I have never ripped a cloth in my life. In fact it’s almost impossible with a level Cue. Thanks For watching and email me if you need help developing the shot

[@ChannelStarface]

@@FXBilliards Bless you. I may just do that. My channel is just youtube shorts me failing at pool, lol. So I definitely need all the help I can get.

[@punksnotdeaditsconservativ1693]

Bwahahahaha, hopefully it won't be anywhere near as bad as you think. As long as you arent trying to draw the ball before you can hit center consistently, you should be fine.

[@ChannelStarface]

@@FXBilliards cool. well I just signed up for a lesson. Your help is most welcome. 30 bucks for 45 mins is a steal. Talk to you soon!

[@meddem7060]

Some players in bars play like the player who smacks the ball the hardest wins.

[@ralphthel]

Cue stick, that is

[@FXBilliards]

Predator P3 there is a list of all my equipment in the video description

[@meddem7060]

One more reason is, being afraid of tearing the table cloth apart

[@FXBilliards]

It’s pretty difficult to rip a pool table cloth trust me I abuse cloth more than any person I know and I have never once in my lifetime come close to ripping cloth

[@josephmarino1342]

Lol we all know someone like freddy

[@trajchejordanovski5573]

Yup, nothing sexy about that 😂😂😂

[@americannic]

Your commentary is top notch. your explanation and opinion of the short draw is what we are need to hear and how we need to think!!!! 💯🙏👍🦩👁

[@FXBilliards]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching please subscribe.