The Key to Making Shots Down the Rail in Pool (POOL LESSONS)

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[@MrGilfred]

I know that if I wanted to be a professional pool player that would become a champion then there would be one form of billiards that I would get good at and that is cushion billiards maybe even being a champion of that billiards as well as other forms of billiards. The reason is because I would want to be master of bank shots and I feel that being a champion of cushion billiards would make that happen.

[@lpenn2000]

Your lesson here can save players years of learning by chance or by repeating the same mistakes over and over- not knowing the reason for the missed shot. I have not heard a better explanation of these concepts by anyone. Thank you. I liked and subscribed because I respect your skill in playing and teaching. Good job!

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you very much for watching, subscribing, and especially for your comments

[@toddriley3357]

I watch a few folks on the tube, but you make the most sense to me. Thanks!

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks Todd and happy new year.

[@terryanderson8354]

shot my first 40 in league tonight; a lot of credit goes to your practice video recommendations. thank you.

[@ChewieCR]

Great advice at the end. Whatever shot you are trying or having difficulty making. Just PRACTICE. Experiment with spins, speed. Thats the only way to learn pool

[@papasmizz21o4]

I absolutely appreciate teachers that can explain theory!

[@FXBilliards]

And I absolutely appreciate you watching and leaving comments

[@andrewknight6703]

This is such useful info, people should listen to this video. Real talk.

[@abscess7476]

Sir, you are a impact in my game. Even if I do not agree .. thank you for your time. Your time is valued. Keep up your good work.. your time is valued

[@redbird7775]

This is why you are the best Billiards channel out there!!! Thanks for all you do!

[@FXBilliards]

Appreciate that.Happy New Year

[@KaiTakApproach]

Your teaching style is outstanding and this particular lesson was something I desperately needed. Thank you.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jeffboswell68]

Also important to remember, as mentioned in earlier vids, old, cheap "mud" balls, found in most bar boxes, throw a LOT more than clean, higher quality balls. Another great video Brian! Happy New Year all!

[@FXBilliards]

Great tip! Happy New Year and please be safe.

[@rtimmins7212]

Thank you for your knowledge. Great channel and teachings

[@FXBilliards]

You are very welcome

[@jamesdavis8731]

Some really good advice here. Everyone has certain shots that "fits" their eye and their stroke. All of the shots in this video are those shots for me. I could literally make all of those shots 98 times out of 100 and in be using follow, english, draw, and a combinations of those on these shots. Walking over and looking at the shot is FANTASTIC advice! I cannot tell you how many times I had to lose games to finally figure out that, FOR ME, walking over and looking at the line is a must. Some of those losses were quite painful. And the other thing I do, and something Tor Lowry recommends, is that on those shots - aim to barely miss the pocket or aim to the far inside edge of the pocket. Once I started doing this - walking over and checking the line and then SLIGHTLY aiming to miss the center of the pocket - these shots became super easy for me. Super easy. And the progressive part of shot making is something Brian preaches all of the time - and that has helped me a lot. I am an aggressive player and I want to start at x, y, and z on some shots. But I have learned that when I am struggling with certain shots to start at A and work from there.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experiences. Have a great new year.

[@oivie1332]

I learned a valuable lesson of applying English with certain amount of force on the cue ball. Thank you.

[@RJMEL24]

I have over 50 years experience and I still go look at the contact spot for the ball if for no other reason to slow me down take the time to focus on the shot. Use to watch my friend Joe Balsis, World Champion play “Machine Gun” Butera from Pittston, PA shoot each other. I have never see anyone move around the table and shoot so fast as Butera and still shoot so well.

[@kengruz669]

Much good advice today, especially about building up to the big shots by first taking care of mastering the junior versions of them

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching

[@flighty93]

That's brilliant advice he gave at the end, for any shot you're having difficulty with.... humble yourself to the shot!!! Go for the easiest version of anything you're having trouble potting and work you're way to the deeper waters👍👍👍 great tutorial!

[@oscarleedefur]

So then which shot do you take on that last one, what would be an easier option?

[@brianb.2894]

Thanks Brian.👍👍😊😊

[@FXBilliards]

Very welcome

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

that was a great demonstration of cue ball speed.

[@ChannelStarface]

Its like he made this for me specifically lol

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching

[@robertbell6230]

Finished 2nd in a mini tournament because I missed that last difficult shot B was showing. I'll practice it in the progression Brian demonstrated at the end. Thanks

[@MoeBro07]

Same

[@colinchesbrough5772]

No kidding. My open game is on fire, but my struggles with the rail have dragged me down. I used to aim for the crook and shoot with speed, which worked for a time, until I experienced different rails at different billiard halls

[@shangtsung9973]

Me too

[@kenhall3851]

Great advice. If the ball is at 30%, they can also aim the right edge of the cue stick at the far left side of the object ball. The spot is about 1 dime with to the inside of the far left edge of the object ball but the edge works as well (just cheats the pocket a bit).

[@Bert_Fromarketin]

💯💯🔥

[@OrangeTree253]

I have lost my rail shot recently, this is gonna be good for me

[@eddiekent1997]

The very Best Instruction!! Thank You

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidmcpa]

Great tip on “working your way out” when practicing.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad it was helpful!

[@fixitrod4969]

Standing in front of the shots had helped me tremendously! Another great lesson. Happy New Year, Bryan. Thanks for all you do for the pool community and us lower skilled players. Rodney

[@FXBilliards]

Happy new year!

[@odiums_taint]

great video, thanks brian!

[@MIck1-10]

Nice video, first one I have seen that talked about the shadows.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching and hope you are subscribing.

[@MIck1-10]

@@FXBilliards yes, subscribed.

[@felipeandjesus]

Great Teacher

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you! 😃

[@seamusmcfadden994]

Great video. I do love using low outside English on those shots too. When needed.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching. Happy new year.

[@celestinebrewer8728]

Thank u I can make tha t and set it for the other ball ,it's not difficult but you're good

[@johnholmstrom4212]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@FXBilliards]

And thank you for watching

[@veronicahawthorne3452]

Another great video lesson. Thanks so much!

[@FXBilliards]

My pleasure!

[@codectified]

great video. this shot and long straight shots are one of the most difficult shots for me when using English or without

[@FXBilliards]

As much as we love to used english, it's key that we try to limit it whenever we can. Thanks Omar. Have a great day.

[@donaldgraff8090]

Excellent info for me I have difficulty with that shot very helpful good job.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks. Donald

[@robertbiniaszewski6754]

Thanks so much Brian have a great and successful 2023 Happy New Year

[@FXBilliards]

You too, sir I appreciate you watching the channel

[@rodconner9079]

Yes Sir!!! Those shots are deceptive, especially moving away from the pocket with less angle :) Almost like the "air" changes around the rail. Practice so they become familiar; the more familiar at making them, the more things you can do with success! Great Stuff !!! Wishing the utmost New Year. Be Safe

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for sharing Rod. Happy new year and thanks for watching the channel.

[@Chansonotone]

Thanks Brian, your videos are great!

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you like them!

[@Bert_Fromarketin]

Absolutely...subbed!! Appreciate the walk thru...league is in 2 weeks. We have a legit squad, definitely want to be solid with my approach and delivery for the squad

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for the sub!

[@JerryLee..]

I have made some of those shots, and missed some. After watching this, I have a much better understanding of the "why". Thanks for sharing this.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching. I’m Glad to help.

[@Crazywaffle5150]

I actually got ok at these setting one ball on each rail doing my own made of drill. This shot comes up all the time. Making this shot has given me wins and carried over to other aspects of the game. Controlling my speed more as you say will up my game on it even more. lol

[@jeffreyhebda6709]

Great tips ! Thank u so much Brian !

[@FXBilliards]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nickbonvino]

Thanks again Bryan for another great lesson

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@monica93304]

Great lesson.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks! 😃

[@larnerogers8940]

Happy New Year from the UK, Brian. Keep up the good work.

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you very much. And happy new year to you too.

[@congtuaatoiongianla5753]

i really appreciate your work! thanks a lot!!

[@FXBilliards]

My pleasure!

[@pemanorbu3448]

Thank you for the masterpiece video!!!

[@FXBilliards]

Our pleasure!

[@MrChakamaka]

Great video, thank you!!!

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you liked it!

[@anthonyfracchiolla2268]

Great Video

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dennisotmaskin8906]

Very helpful tips. Thank you!

[@leonfoxx1595]

Thank you

[@FXBilliards]

You're welcome

[@joehornig292]

Nice work B. Mitch happy new year!

[@FXBilliards]

Happy new year Joe! The only guy who ever calls me B Mitch LOL

[@jasonsanders9054]

Great video. When I have to cut a ball down the rail and slow roll it with out spin I tend to aim to hit the point on the thin side of the pocket

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching

[@syf6162]

Great advice! I needed that!

[@FXBilliards]

Glad it was helpful!

[@greeneyeddevil1]

Thank you Bryan great lesson

[@FXBilliards]

My pleasure!

[@Doc5384]

Do you have a video on aiming while putting side spin of any position on the cueball?

[@FXBilliards]

I’ve been very consciously avoiding such videos. Because even the best ones that I’ve seen other people produce still leave amateur players lacking the information they need And I refuse to make analytical videos that in the end don’t really help. What would be proper aim for me might not be proper aim for someone else. I recommend learning organically the way most of us actually learned it, which is by shooting hundreds of balls with different types of English - Hit the cube ball on the right the object ball goes left - hit the cue ball on the left. The object ball goes right start there and put in a ton of reps. Shooting with English has to be intuitive - anyone who tries to draw you a bunch of lines to show you where YOUR shot is going to go, has presented you will a disservice. But at least they tried.

[@gogsiboy4921]

Got it,thanks😊

[@FXBilliards]

No problem

[@lesterweinheimer665]

Good points!!

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks!

[@MWGGGS]

Great video, I've played since I was around 12 yrs old (I'm now 61) but lacking a home table I got away from it for the past 20+ yrs. Now having reacquired a home table I've really lost my game. It seems as though the self taught lessons I learned (and took for granted) I'm only now realizing the complexity of what the time seemed like 2nd nature. I hope that short explanation of my current frustration makes sense. Your videos are very helpful in my ongoing attempt to recapture my game so wanted to say thanks. Also I noticed the gloves hanging there on the post I'm going to guess you're quite a mechanic in the ring.

[@FXBilliards]

I don’t do a lot of fighting these days, but I love the sport. Those gloves were signed by Vinny Pazienza. Fun fact, my ex girlfriend and Joe Frazier‘s girlfriend were best friends. Have a great day. Thanks for watching.

[@MWGGGS]

@@FXBilliardsIt's weird that the things you can learn in your younger years which you just take for granted ie. deflection, English ( not so much the effect but the compensation and use of) can be lost in what seems like no time. It's unbelievably frustrating! It's kinda hard to explain but what once was just natural for me is now a struggle to regain. My 8 ball play used to be clear a rack every 8-10 games with no game lasting outside of 3-4 turns. What happened??? lol old age, eyesight, shaky hands ... DAMMIT!!! LOL

[@georgedennis2112]

Another great video Bryan. Your hilarious illustrations had me laughing 😃. I really needed and appreciate this video on rail shots. Thanks and stay well. QA

[@FXBilliards]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@swellslots4540]

New to the channel just joined APA League in my area and this shot is 1 of my problem shots frozen in the rail is my most problem

[@FXBilliards]

Make sure you are subscribing we put out that video about two weeks ago

[@InDevMode]

some damn good advice!

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching.

[@Bart_Depestele]

Great explanation, thank you

[@lonipetricone5483]

I heard STOP IT! Ugh, I definitely need to start with the less difficult shots before trying to go after the pro level ones.

[@FXBilliards]

You’ll definitely get there and thanks for watching

[@NZHapiman]

For me it’s not just the cut that’s inducing the throw, the English is sending the white on a different path to the object ball so while his point to speed up might be correct, part of the reason for that is there’s less time for the ball to be thrown off the line as much.to correct that you need to adjust your point of aim. Basic snooker technique.

[@jamesmarze9850]

Great content Bryan thank you

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you James be safe.

[@JohnPennock-d3y]

Thanks DUDE! What I need. John P.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad to help!

[@blazeandcyrus]

Brilliant lesson, I'm pretty good at cutting but this really brought some things together

[@FXBilliards]

Glad it helped!

[@Sunrayman123]

great last point.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks!

[@ThorOdinchild-pn9lk]

When im training player who are learning like on cut shots i exsplain contact point and aim point

[@Ray_Steinhart]

I needed that. TY

[@FXBilliards]

Glad to help Ray. Have a great weekend.

[@robsolo7767]

Been shooting a lot and people are starting to notice 😅 thanks for all the help!

[@FXBilliards]

Nice! Keep up the good work and the practice I know you have been putting in Rob.

[@1000lg]

Hello, Great videos, I assume that all table sizes follow the same physical laws. For reasons of space, I would have to put a 5 ft. table in the basement. In the club there are 9 ft. tables. Do I "screw up" my technique if I train on small tables? Thanks for the answer Gregory

[@FXBilliards]

You can certainly help your game on a smaller table, but you want to put in time on the larger tables as often as you can. I got pretty good on a crappy 7 foot table when I was a kid, but I played on 9 foot tables and even a 10 foot table as often as possible my best friends grandfather had a 10 foot table that we played on anytime we could get on it. As long as the balls are regulation size you should be able to Work on a few things that will help your game

[@keith1286]

When you play on alot of bar boxes there are times where they have the cue ball that is. Bigger then the object balls which threw me off for along time so. What I did to fix this was purchase a snooker cue ball to high tune my center ball game and I was impressed by amount of spin you could produce with this little ball but it really helped. Me adjust to any size cue ball and hitting center ball

[@FXBilliards]

Interesting tip Keath. Thanks for sharing.

[@adamadler7041]

Another great lesson, Happy new year

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you, Adam

[@ranialhindi2429]

Thanks for the tips I like it

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you for watching. Hope your subscribing.

[@hotshotgolfer3079]

I tried to explain this to my APA teamates on this same issue. But not very well. Thank you I am going to share this video with them. Again excellent explanation. 50 year pool player here.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for sharing!

[@glockasauruswrex6362]

More good tips to practice on Bryan thnx! Gearing up for another APA season n I'm going through your videos to tune up n saw this one. Yeah, I've been adding outside english to my cut shots, and yeah it does make it tougher to pot balls when I do, so I'm gonna try this. I noticed on my cuts shots that with no english I'm way more accurate, but figured I can practice my way outta it. But more n more during matches I don't add spin unless I absolutely need it for shape after the shot...so seems like very sound advice! Patience n practice are key to me!

[@FXBilliards]

Good points thanks for watching

[@skipperry63]

Great stuff! I can’t wait till 16:00!

[@FXBilliards]

OK you got me- what happens at 1600

[@skipperry63]

@@FXBilliards I’m either going to go to Wind & Sea on Norfolk Naval base or go to Q-Master Billiards in Virginia Beach to practice!👍

[@robertschaeffer5861]

The study of the physics of the spinning orb continues. Great video. Great topic. Could say well presented, but that's another shot. You're gettin' into the dead stroke levels...

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching Robert

[@hardtimesbbq5265]

Thanks Brian! I work on that shot all the time, but 1-6” from rail, out to first diamond, same angle. Opposite problem, I tend to pull it away from rail not into rail probably bc I’m using English. Variations of that shot come up in every game!

[@FXBilliards]

Keep putting in your work and you make it your favorite shot. You are correct, it comes up very often.

[@erikflolo6]

Brian, I often miss this shot- not into the side ball but the object ball goes wide towards the middle of the table. What am I doing wron and how should I fix it?

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Please do a similar video for when the object ball is frozen to the rail. Thanks.

[@FXBilliards]

We’ve done a couple of them already, but we made them a couple years ago. More to come. Thanks for watching.

[@admiralunicorn9256]

Been struggling with this, thanks for the help.

[@FXBilliards]

Glad to help

[@AndrewT]

I'm an APA 8, but this shot gives me grief. I look forward to work shopping this with different speeds and no side. Thanks for the tip.

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you- thanks for watching

[@ThorOdinchild-pn9lk]

I do prefer using centerball training i know how to use english definitely havnt mastered it and i prefer to use minimal english when i do use english what has helped me run more balls when i shoot softly easierr to control the rock and fall into position easier

[@cr1mzTV]

I love your videos Bryan and you've helped my game a lot. With that being said, I do have a question. When you shot the 1 ball in the beginning of the video you used low left as you said, wouldn't this be considered inside english not outside?

[@FXBilliards]

That shot is outside English. Imagine the rail is not there and you’ll see the shot. Left-hand on that shot is outside.

[@bdudley2991]

👍👍Happy New Year

[@sbillington42]

Awesome content love as a solid 4 with some pro shots in my bag I'm finding this very useful as always. Great channel never a disappointment!!

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you very much Scott happy new year

[@sbillington42]

@@FXBilliards Happy New Year! If you are ever in Arkansas Hot Springs I would love to shoot some games together and share pool stories. God bless you and yours.

[@paulgreen758]

can you show how this is done on a UK pool table, as every time the target ball hits the cushion first it stays out, you guys get it, and I did play a lot of 9 ball in my young days on you're tables, any of these shots would miss on our smaller pockets, if its not in the middle it doesn't go, I really wish we played more 9 ball here

[@FXBilliards]

Those are tough tables but they will make you good. If I can get on one to make a video, I will. Thanks for your comments.

[@eugenebailey9037]

@@FXBilliards hello Brian... great videos and coaching style. I'm a beginner realizing that table time practice is key. Can you recommend a good cue stick for the entry player that won't break the bank? I notice you mention the Predator brand. Thanks

[@jasonsanders9054]

Another great point. I've started walking over the last 10 years. Mainly because I'm playing different parts of the pocket to move my cue ball. I tend to use less spin than I did when I was younger.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for your comments and thanks for watching FX Billiards

[@cajunomics350]

Is this pool table available for purchase? Unless I am mistaken I don't see a link to it. Thanks for the video.

[@FXBilliards]

There’s a description in the description of the video it is a 9 foot Olhausan Sheraton

[@frankking1466]

Just like lining up putts on the green, start close then work away from the hole .

[@jansonzima6489]

Great video! The thing we ALL can take away is be honest with yourself about your stroke and ability. Even semi pro level players get over confident in their ability from time to time. Stay in your lane and play a safe if you have to. Better yet, play better shape.

[@LA408]

Where I come from the "Rattle in the pocket." Is called a "motorboat." Js, make it viral.

[@chillin721]

You can’t make a 9 foot draw shot if you can’t make a 9 inch draw shot. Best tip I ever heard!

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching.

[@MrMusic32150]

@lpenn2000 more than adequately said how I feel about this excellent lesson. Thanks.

[@thebreak4081]

Did you change the pocket system in your table?

[@FXBilliards]

No changes made to this table. Thanks for watching.

[@thebreak4081]

@@FXBilliards oh, I didn't notice the net earlier, thanks for responding though. I appreciate your videos ❤️

[@markhillyer721]

Your shadows and light comment hit home, I play in a place with only cealing lights. Now here is a more fundamental question, why can I make the shot 6 diamonds down the rail but miss the one that is 1 diamond. I have been thinking I am not seeing it right and just aiming wrong.

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watching and thanks for your comments Mark.

[@cralvertos]

Happy new year Bryan and thanks a lot for this video! It really helps me a great deal because I have been struggling with this kind of shot. Greetings from Honduras!

[@FXBilliards]

Thank you and Happy New Year.

[@apexpredatorbilliardstraining]

I have been definitely been searching for video that really good give me some insight

[@FXBilliards]

Thanks for watch and have a great day. Happy new year.

[@ThorOdinchild-pn9lk]

And how they difffer it seems to improve there shot making ability alot just realizing that the balls are round so the contact point is truly harder to hit