This destroys my Pool game (free Pool lessons)

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Hello and welcome to my channel. Thank you for watching this video also. It is my hope that my content resonates and is helpful. Always feel free to reach out as I answer 100% of questions and comments. My goal is to help you succeed in reaching that next level. So if you’re a serious player with the desire to improve, then reach out so we can start working on your game today. Also see bonus video linked below: How To Aim With Spin (free Pool lessons) kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3qkhpprit2aZqc

[@Jim-bt9xd]

@@ronthepoolstudent I never tapped on 2 your channel, I don't even know what it is !! And I already know how to play pool. In my day I was able 2 shoot down object ball while both cue ball and object ball were both moving!!! I was about 17 yrs old . Started playing around 12 yrs old. I seriously doubt that there's anything you could teach me. I have also noticed that most all the so-- called professional players all use the same methods of shooting. I could show them a whole bunch of better ways and methods that are new to these people!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ you-da man Jim 👍🏻😊💪🏻

[@Jim-bt9xd]

@ronthepoolstudent I DON'T PLAY MUCH ANYMORE, THERE'S TO MANY OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO IN LIFE. POOL TO ME IS LESURE TIME OR FREE BEER TIME. 1 DAY I'LL GO WATCH THE GIRLS PLAY UP IN MINNESOTA, AND OR VEGAS / MAYBE TEXAS ????? 🤔

[@brandanburkins2523]

Man I love the knowledge you gave. I've been on a table for over 19 years. I was featured in the newspaper at age 11 in churchville MD. Pool is my passion back in 2016 we had a flood down in Louisiana and I lost my sticks and pretty much gave up. I joined an organization called the Louisiana Cajun Navy and did mass boat rescues in houston Texas for hurricane Harvey in 2019. Now live in PA and I'm just getting back in to shooting and joined what's called a masters league. I would love to have one of these shirts to wear and shoot on league. I was a 7 in APA when I played back in 2014. Sleep to me is a big part of shooting pool because if I'm not well rested my game is trash. Also when I step to a table I instantly am able to clear my mind of everything and focus, and zone in what's in front of me, rather than what is going on in my life at the time. 😊

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Brandan for sharing your story and yes, lack of sleep definitely effects most players. It sounds like you’ve developed a strong game too. I see the two comments were your first two so welcome to the channel as well. Thanks again 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@brandanburkins2523]

@ronthepoolstudent I would love to make videos as well but I've been off my game for so long 😔. My goal is to get back there. I'm also looking to open a shop called Coins&Cues next year. I'm a huge coin collector as well. I had an original balabushka my grandfather acquired from the Philippines when he was in the Navy years ago. I lost it in the flood of 2016. So I'm looking to get back into collecting cues and opening up a trading shop.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ Good luck with your new venture. That’s a bummer to lose those cues too 🥲

[@Otingocni]

Father time is an unstoppable juggernaut. My age is affecting my pool comeback in a lot of negative ways. If I don't feel good physically in almost every way I won't play well. At my age and health those days aren't very frequent... sleepiness like you is a killer by itself.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@Otingocni Yes it is Dan. The game requires our full attention. Doing what we can to get our much needed rest, is very important to our success 👍🏻 Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁

[@CurlyIWMC]

Hey Ron, at 77 I know exactly what you re experiencing, I don’t comment often but I do watch all you r videos. As a fellow John Disque viewer, he’s assisted us both, especially in the beginning of our journey

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@CurlyIWMC Thank you Curly for sharing and for your continued support. John set me on the correct path for sure. Developing a smooth transition Pool stroke was the best advice for sure 👍🏻

[@stevejones3180]

Hi Ron, I'd just like to share with you and your subscribers something that I've hit on that you and some other tubers have given me the idea of and that I've built upon to help my cueing. It's helped me enormously in less than a week at 2 hours per day. Not just my straight cueing but my game overall! What I do is a version of the mighty X but I put the cue and object ball a little further apart. Then I shoot 15 straight balls into the corner, first 15 stop shots, then 15 follow shots then 15 draw shots. I do this to every corner pocket which of course works out at 180 straight in shots in a row. The key to making this fun and challenging is to keep score each day. It takes 2 hours each day to complete but I'm not finding it boring at all. The boost to my potting and even position play has been clear. I played a match against a guy last night who generally beats me quite convincingly and the result was the other way around. It has also increased my confidence which we all know is key in this game. It really highlights what works with your cueing and what doesn't in a short space of time. Anyway, thanks again for all the huge amount of work you put into your videos, I thought you and your subscribers might like to know how well this works. P.S. love the shirt and keeping my fingers crossed!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Steve, that sounds interesting. If you would like, maybe video what you’re describing and send a link via email to: [e-mail] Thanks 👍🏻

[@Bridog217]

I was recently recommended to read "Toughness Training For Sports" by James E. Loehr. Awesome book. One of the first things it talks about is what he calls "Ideal Performance State". I'm 63... being rested and just feeling good makes a big difference in how I play. I play on a Sunday night 9-ball league that played the summer session, (usually doesn't). I have a Sunday golf group I've been playing with for over 30 years and I won't be playing summer session anymore. Especially on really hot days I just can't do it... don't even want to be at pool. Lesson learned. You're also right about working out, I do a half hour to an hour of recumbent bike and rowing machine. Great cardio and the rowing machine supposedly works 80% of your muscles. Thanks for the videos.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@Bridog217 Thank you Brian and thanks for the book info. As we get older, it’s easy to want to simply coast and not take care of our physical health. Many Americans fall into this sedentary life style. When it comes to Billiards, it’s my belief that including cardio on a daily basis, this not only helps us remain fit, it also contributes to better mental health while at the table. Good job motivating yourself to include cardio into your lifestyle 👍🏻

[@tiarnaigh]

Another good video Ron, and 100% with you on those long running tourneys. I’ve played a couple of the 50-60 player double elimination formats and they can easily run 10+ hours or more. It’s an endurance test and not easy to play any sort of high level pool after so many hours (often a lot of waiting about also, which doesn’t help).

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@tiarnaigh Thank you Tiarnaigh. That waiting around is no fun either. This is the main reason I now avoid leagues as well.

[@johnskulavik7116]

In the 1970's I used to hustle pool at night. I'd sleep until 4 or 5 PM get some dinner and practice for an hour at home. I'd hit the gambling hot spots around 9 PM. Everybody shooting was usually tired and liquored up. Easy marks! Sleep depravation and alcohol are the downfall of even the best pool shooters along with illicit drugs. Long story short I finally got my "come up in's" by getting hit in the left jaw with a pool cue that broke my jaw. After that I was like Earl Strickland about gambling on pool. Never again! There are plenty of tournaments around almost every night of the week. Gambling on pool in sleazy surroundings is what gave pool a bad name in the past.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@johnskulavik7116 Thank you John for sharing your experience. I know a great player that was in the Dakotas with another monster player. The player I know wasn’t gambling, he was only with the other player. After the other player won the cash, the monster player called it quits. Unfortunately for the player I know, he stayed behind. When he finally left, three reservation guys jumped him outside as he was the other player’s friend. He was beat so bad, he had to remain in the hospital for two months in their state and not in his home state of Michigan. He lost all his teeth as they crushed his face into a curb by stomping the back of his head. He also had broken orbital bones and many other bones on his body. Long story short, the $50. Those guys lost almost cost him his life. INSANE!!!

[@RoobieRhoo]

I still like to play a race to five for a few dollars to keep the edge going. Big money and enough to warrant a broken jaw? Na...

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ a small wager would add that extra pressure for sure Norman 👍🏻

[@zanethind]

Glad you made this video. Because sleep is definitely important and I myself have had experience with this too. I always like your videos Ron. They're concise and right to the point also you add personal experience to the video which is relatable to many others as well

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@zanethind Thank you Zane, I appreciate you. When I began my channel/journey, I wondered if I’d eventually run out of content. By documenting what I’ve gone through as well as sharing methods and techniques that have been instrumental to my growth, there is no worry I’ll run out anytime soon. This makes my channel unique I’ve been told and I’m always happy to share my experiences. Thank you again bud 👍🏻😊 ❤️🎱

[@johnnystrong7275]

I'm in Bismarck North dakota. I just turned 69 myself on October 18th. I really love the game of pool. I used to be able to play very well. But in 1996 I went blind. Since then by the grace of God I am able to see. But my site is not the same. And since I love the game of pool it's very frustrating for me. I am a decent player. And There are times that I will shoot really well. But it's not consistent and that it is really frustrating. I have lately for the past year been practicing every day trying to figure out a solution. It's frustrating.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Johnny for sharing. Btw, my birthday is on the 18th as well but in November. Also, I feel your pain as consistency is what we all strive for. Glad to hear your eye sight issue was somewhat resolved. I hope you continue to improve. I’m not sure if this is happening to you, but for me, it always comes down to poor execution of my fundamentals. I will sometimes get lazy and leave out key points of my pre-shot routine. Once I go back to what I know is right, this snaps me back out of my funk. Hope that helps and thanks again 👍🏻

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@johnnystrong7275 Also welcome to the channel 👍🏻 Btw, how’s the snow in Bismarck, North Dakota? ❤️🎱

[@johnnystrong7275]

@@ronthepoolstudent it's slowly accumulating. Getting colder. I think we're going to have a rough winter .

[@johnnystrong7275]

In reference to my eyes. I have glaucoma and cataracts. My left eye I have an artificial lens. My perception is off. I try closing my left eye. I try tilting my head certain ways. I tried to keep track of my diet. Trying to figure out what it is that I do that allows me to play a good game. I can't figure it out. There are times that I play as if I'm possessed with Efren Reyes abilities. Then other times I play as if Ray Charles is playing the game for me. Haven't been able to figure it out. I have come to the conclusion it is what it is, to accept it. And just enjoy the game.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ I’m in lower West Michigan, it’s a late one so far here 👍🏻

[@peterlavergne1668]

Keep up the good work. Always enjoy your videos.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@peterlavergne1668 Thanks Peter 👍🏻 ❤️🎱

[@fixitrod4969]

It's always taken me 2 days to recover from one night of missed sleep. I've always wondered how people work swing shifts without getting sick.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

I hear ya Rodney. Being retired, I’m able to sleep in. I’ve found myself sleeping 12 hours before to catch up after becoming sleep deprived 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Chi_Town21]

I totally agree with this. I even notice on league nights that if I get picked to play towards the end of the night, that it affects my play. If time and life workout I try to get a nap in before I go out because it might be a long night. Sometimes we are there till midnight during a workweek. It's harder to focus and also harder to keep patience because you are kind of just wanting to get it over subliminally.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

So true, I noticed this as well when I played the late match during my days of league play. Great point Chi_Town 👍🏻

[@naonao76]

Pretty cool that you're still trying to keep in shape at your age. Definitely motivational.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Nao Nao. Trying to slow down the clock 🤷🏻‍♂️😉

[@roypestone2828]

I’m 71 and I get it. I played in a tournament about 2 years ago where my first match was at 10 am and I ended up in the finals, from the B side, finishing at 2 am the next day. I lost in the final by playing badly while my opponent did not play badly. To add insult, I then hat to drive 1- 1/2 hrs home. If you learn how to handle this, let us know!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@roypestone2828 WOW, sounds grueling Roy. Figuring this out as we get older, would be key for sure. I’ll for sure let you know but I’d say getting plenty of sleep leading up and working to preserve energy during the marathon would be a start. Have a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁 ❤️🎱

[@Macs1Nook]

Sleep is very important Ron. I work and study all the time so I tend to be sleep deprived. Recently I don’t waste any time and go straight to bed and try to get at least 6 hours of sleep. It also means that I play less pool. My dad’s health deteriorated around the same age as yours so take good care of yourself.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@Macs1Nook Thanks Mac and yes, sleep is very important. My typical sleep schedule is to go to sleep at 2:00 AM and wake up at 9:30-10:00 AM. Occasionally, I stay up too late and cut off my sleep too early.

[@Macs1Nook]

@@ronthepoolstudent ideally all of should get at least 8 hours of sleep.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ Agreed. It takes me 12 hours to catch up when I do get sleep deprived.

[@JoeBlow-n2i]

Hey Ron Happy Birthday , Its The Climb , Enjoy It the pace we set varies , your enthusiasm for the game is contagious, it is a marathon , sleep well

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@JoeBlow-n2i Thank you Joe, I appreciate the Birthday wishes. Also, I love the climb. I’m working hard not to ever plateau. Sound fundamentals is key I’m finding. Thanks again and Have a Happy Thanksgiving ❤️🦃🍽

[@rogerhaataja5212]

You're right Ron the older you get the quicker your stamina leaves you. I'm 78 and I played a BCA tournament up in Mt. Pleasant last year and it seemed like it was none stop. From one match to another. I was so tired that I couldn't even remember what balls I was shooting. I was like out in left field. I got called for a foul I didn't think I did but it woke me up enough to run the game. I was totally dragging..

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@rogerhaataja5212 Thank you for sharing Roger. Btw, I’ve been there done that during eight ball. I’ve counters stripes and solids to determine which balls were actually mine when tired and non engaged. Sleep is so so important 👍🏻

[@FirstWayHockey]

Damn right. I know right away in the morning if I will be able to keep focus when I will play pool in the afternoon, good sleep makes all the difference. I just turned 75 (and just 10 years of pool experience) and for me being in the zone is like russian mountains, one day I see all the balls and the other day I miss easy balls and I realised like you it's a big part of how I slept the night or nights before.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@FirstWayHockey Spot on John. Your comment will resonate with many I’m sure. We often scratch our heads wondering why we can see every shot on some days, yet miss when we feel positive we see shots the next. An unrested mind can grow blind 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@fredbutler6341]

Good stuff. I enjoy learning from your channel.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@fredbutler6341 Thank you Fred, I’m always striving to help in any way I can. Thanks for your support bud 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 ❤️🎱

[@EhBitTV]

For the long tournaments and the pros endurance, I suspect it’s their ability to go into and out of focus smoothly when needed, this is something in the golf world talked about, burning out before the end of the week if you try to stay hyper focused for the full 5 hours 4 days straight.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

That makes sense 👍🏻

[@tyronemosley6810]

Wonderful stuff man...to be doing what your doing at your age is remarkable..it takes a different kind of animal to be able to play high level pool off of little sleep and for hours upon hours at a time...almost feels like we are killing ourselves sometimes for the love of the game but it is what it is...🔥🔥👍

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Tyrone, trying to slow down the clock 👍🏻😊

[@richmondballer20]

I was playing against an elderly gentleman last night. It was already 5 hours into the chip tournament and he was visibly tired, it looked like he was about to fall asleep. You could tell it affected his game because I have played against him before and we were neck and neck. But last night I won pretty easily, he was missing easy shots. I don’t notice if my lack asleep affects my game if it’s just one night of bad sleep but if it’s multiple nights then probably. I’m also in my early thirties so I think that helps.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@richmondballer20 Thanks for sharing Ivan. Your age is an advantage 👍🏻

[@MB-vl2sz]

Great points! I was tired last night and played below my abilities. Lack of focus i believe

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@MB-vl2sz Thank you, it’s got to effect us MB 👍🏻😴

[@tuffstuff0745]

I worked midnights for years so playing tired was just something I got used to. Bigger tournaments though I try and make sure I get sleep when possible.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@tuffstuff0745 Thank you TS for sharing. Btw, I once worked 43 nights on third shift, I don’t know how you guys function 🤷🏻‍♂️ lol. I was all messed up. My coworkers said it would take six months to adjust.

[@michaelmayo2665]

Great video. At age of 58 I have to rest my eyes alot for long tournament.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@michaelmayo2665 Thank you Michael and btw, your comment fits into what I do. I will not look at my smartphone one hour before competition and never during. When I focus in on the phone’s small screen, my eyes get thrown out of wack for some time after. When I look at my phone, this tends to effect my visual stroke alignment. Thanks again 👍🏻

[@slick66]

Ron, I say this at several leagues for years. You will play exactly as well as you FEEL! You can fake it and play about 30% of your game (I’ve had to do that too) but it’s really that simple. We play just as well as we feel any given day , of course there’s exceptions but I’m 58 and the days I feel a full 💯 % are becoming further and further apart. ;)

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@slick66 There’s definitely a lot to it Joe but this has to rank right near the top. This said, it’s the easiest adjustment a player can make. I’ve made it a point, there is no excuse to go into battle sleep deprived 👍🏻 ❤️🎱💪🏻💪🏻

[@slick66]

@ that’s exactly right- as far as the long gambling matches .. that’s exactly why we used to go until exhaustion hit one of us. It used to be more common than now before all the leagues and rankings but you know how leagues have changed everything and they even look for the Fargo rating before the cue is together. :). I hate how it’s changed everything about pool but in other ways I like it too. It ended the road players and hustler’s for a fact. BTW a 2xl tall fits great. 😊.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ I’ve had the luxury to watch a hustle taking place when I was stationed in Germany during my Army years. It was brutal. (74-76)

[@gpppp910]

Hi Ron, thanks for the video. First of all, good job on getting the workouts in. It's good that you mention this topic as some people might not be aware of this and how much it will impact their game. I think getting enough sleep and being healthy overall is so important, and not just for pool of course. If I play someone of equal skill, but I'm well rested and the other person is not, I'll probably make less mistakes and therefore have an edge. Same with the mental aspect of the game. There’s plenty to gain off the table to improve your performance on it. I'm a beginner and I occasionally bring this up when I talk to other players I meet. Most of them dismiss this or look at me funny haha. Most likely you know this, but just in case: there are various tools/websites out there that can pick a random comment from one or more KZbin videos. Nothing wrong with going old school though!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@gpppp910 Thank you GP. It is easy for us to fall into a sedentary life style as we grow older. Motivating ourselves to fight this off is hard for many. Those that overcome, will feel and perform better when fit and rested. Btw, we’re you referring to a more high tech way of selecting a winner for the shirts?

[@gpppp910]

​@@ronthepoolstudent Yes exactly, I sent you an e-mail with the link

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@gpppp910 thank you again. Others reading your comment will benefit as well GP 👍🏻

[@stevejones3180]

Another great video Ron 👍🏻🎱🎱

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@stevejones3180 Thank you Steve 👍🏻😊

[@egreber]

Agree with sleep deprivation , can affect moreover life in general. Some others use medicinal means to deal with it. Energy shots are good also

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Gordon and yes, sleep is very important to pretty much everything in our daily lives. Thanks again 👍🏻

[@billylejeune7871]

Great Video Ron Yes I'm almost 64 an you are right I find myself loosing alot of my Form an concentration after Playing Pool an Winning for 3 to 4 hours straight

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@billylejeune7871 Thank you Billy. For me, I’m very good early but after 4-5 hours, not near as good 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@RoobieRhoo]

Lack of sleep, not eating and hungry, being busy at work, having a lot on your mind, dehydration, alcohol, needing to use the rest room, mood, being bored during a match, etc. all affects our ability to focus. Sometimes, however, a cocky comment or a terrible shot can motivate me. I deal with lack of sleep by sleeping the night before a match. I'm not sure coffee or energy drinks can make up for it. But I do occasionally play tired at my age. Exercise is good.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@RoobieRhoo So many factors for sure Norman. Learning to deal with them and knowing what is important is key 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@RoobieRhoo]

@@ronthepoolstudent We have a rule in our pool room against discussing hot topics, too. Believe me, we need it. LOL

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@RoobieRhoo The social side of our brain distracts from our task side 👍🏻

[@RoobieRhoo]

@ronthepoolstudent Sometimes I wonder if I have a social side 😆

[@RoobieRhoo]

Or a task side .. 🥴

[@IndianHeathen1982]

When you are sleep deprived, your energy expenditure should be optimized. So, if you are a social person during these long tourneys, try being less social. Nothing wrong in going to your car and taking a short nap too between matches. Whatever works. The takeaway is that when your energy reserves are low, don't waste energy on irrelevant things. Conserve it!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@IndianHeathen1982 Great advice IH. I do work to refrain from social engagement as this has thrown off my game in the past. Stepping out of the atmosphere of competition to cat nap sounds like a great idea. Thanks again 👍🏻 ❤️🎱

[@tomburns890]

So true Ron. People don’t realize how not being well rested affects your game and that funk can carry over into the following day(s). You can relate the same is true with golf & other sports. I have insomnia & drink 7 days a week so usually Mondays after a long weekend are the toughest for me plus a few random days during the week. There was a big 2 day 10 ball tournament (I didn’t play but followed several months ago and the rules were no early 10’s allowed (on break or combo/caroom & race to 7. We all know 10 ball already plays tougher & longer than 9 ball especially with no early 10s and no slop etc. some matches were well over an hour & the finals went into Monday morning like 5am. That’s insane. They should’ve done race to 5 or 6 with early 10’s. I won a big tournament at the same place in 1991 & played 13 matches to come back from losers bracket in double elimination to win. I was absolutely mentally and physically drained afterwords at 21. I’m now 54 so you got me by 15 years and Happy Birthday btw. Don’t put me in the drawing and Don’t eat too much Turkey tomorrow. Ha. Cheers.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Tom for sharing. All great points you made on how they should establish the rules. You have to wonder if some of these tournament directors take into account the valid points you’ve made…I highly doubt it. You as a veteran tournament player have gone through the grind so you understand how difficult it is. Maybe that is the point with some tournaments. It’s a great idea to pick and choose accordingly before entering. Thank you as well for the Birthday wishes, I’m trying to slow the clock by staying fit 👍🏻

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@tomburns890 Happy Thanksgiving to you as well Tom 🦃🍁

[@tomburns890]

@ I meant to mention b4 I noticed the racking pattern of your 9 ball rack here and it’s set up for the easiest runout if you break from the left side. The 1, 2 & 3 will end up towards the kitchen (if you don’t make 1 in side), the 7, 8, & 9 will end up at the rack end of table & the 5 & 6 will end up mid table with wing ball 4 eliminated in corner. A pattern where the cue ball doesn’t have to go end to end or back & forth to runout. If you break from the right flip the odd balls in that same order to the opposite side. Ha. Cheers.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ Lol, too funny! I intentionally racked it this way wondering if anyone would notice. This tells me more about you Tom 😉

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ Btw, check out these racks 😉Defeating the ghost in 299 dayskzbin.info/www/bejne/bamxgXxohsqlsMk

[@rogercarlson2330]

i have been skinning deer like crazy, i have been exhausted, it sucks the life out of my game. you need to be in good shape mentally. its just life happens. or in my other deal i get so damn hyped up.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

There you go Roger, too many irons in the fire like me. It’s just life 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@fredbutler6341]

What type of simple drills would you recommend for a beginner - mid level player?

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@fredbutler6341 Here are the drills I cut my teeth on. I specifically recommend the “Spot to Spot”, the “Center Field” and Bert Kinister’s Mighty X drills. Thank you for asking 👍🏻 See link below: 7 Pool drills that work/how to practice Pool w/purpose kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXbXeoGOfMmjhNU

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@fredbutler6341 The center field drill is shown in the video linked below Fred: How to practice Pool with purpose (free Pool lessons) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnqvZp1_eNJ_f6s

[@danieldiffer6909]

Hey Ron, thanks for the video. I am curious what your Fargo rating is now? What was it when you started out and what specifically would you say helped you make the greatest improvement in your game/rating? I know that fundamentals are number one. I have good fundamentals but I want to get better at this game and I just don’t know the best way to approach it. Any help is appreciated. TIA!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@danieldiffer6909 The BCA league manager started me at a 450 Daniel. After one year,into Pool, I was a 526 (475 robustness) I haven’t played where fargo is recorded for over two years. I have no clue what it might be today.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@danieldiffer6909 Master these seven drills and practice as shown in the “Practice with purpose” link below: 7 Pool drills that work/how to practice Pool w/purpose kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXbXeoGOfMmjhNU How to practice Pool with purpose (free Pool lessons) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnqvZp1_eNJ_f6s

[@danieldiffer6909]

Thanks Ron! Much appreciated

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@danieldiffer6909 You’re welcome Daniel 👍🏻

[@garybkatz]

Ironically, one of the best 8 Ball matches I ever shot was at the end of a long tournament, around 12:30 A.M. I was dog tired, and shot nice and easy. But in general, it helps to be awake!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@garybkatz Thanks for sharing Gary. I will say this, there was one time when I stayed up all night and played a race to 9 in eight ball and defeated a strong well rested player 9-1. I was so mellow and relaxed and totally shocked at how well I played. This is so not the norm though.

[@garybkatz]

@@ronthepoolstudent True. As an aside, I was an APA 4 at the time, who had won only 40% of my matches before the tournament I mentioned. On day 2 of the tournament, I discovered the local APA operators had raised me to a 5! I objected and they said, "You needed only 6 innings last night to beat a 6. I replied, "So you're upping my skill level, based on 6 good innings, after I won only 40% of my regular season matches?" You gotta love the APA, lol!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ That whole APA thing is crazy imo Gary. I’ve heard so many stories like yours. I feel BCA is more accurate and fair.

[@garybkatz]

@@ronthepoolstudent Agreed! Their playing rules make more sense, too.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ yes Sir 👍🏻

[@bradleymorgan2409]

Great video Ron I’m 64 and I want to play in Fargo tournaments but I’m concerned I won’t have the steam to finish If you figure it out let us know !

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Bradley, will do 👍🏻

[@seamusmcfadden994]

Made it to the end, as always. I like the shirt!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Seamus, I appreciate you 👍🏻😊

[@shotmakerjack]

Truth buddy, as we get older sleep is under rated

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@shotmakerjack amen to that Jack 😴

[@zanethind]

For me handling it I try to make sure I get enough sleep and if that means I have to shoot pool later than I will do that. I also make sure I've got something to eat and drink which is important to me

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@zanethind Thank you Zane, good call on food and something to drink. This has made me think. Bringing quality food and drinks that will provide energy rather than eating greasy food that may be sold at the venue, this makes better sense. Thanks again 👍🏻

[@zanethind]

@ronthepoolstudent no problem. Yeah definitely have something that can fill your stomach but is also healthy and yeah having like water maybe energy drinks or coffee is a good welcome

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@zanethind I have to watch caffeine/coffee as it goes right through me.

[@zanethind]

@ronthepoolstudent 👍

[@gr8ful68]

thanks coach! Getting older sucks!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

It sure does bud 👍🏻

[@gr8ful68]

@ronthepoolstudent it's been a rough year, Ron... my wife almost died. We had over a quarter of a million dollars in medical bills. I'm still here, still watching your videos, and I'm still working on being the best pool player that I possibly can be. Never giving up!

[@rogerhaataja5212]

I'm looking forward to winning that shirt! Take care and have a great Thanksgiving! God bless!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Roger and you have a Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 with family as well. Stay tuned for information on how I’m going to setup the giveaway. Thanks again and good luck.

[@seamusmcfadden994]

Oh and I had an all night Straight Pool session at my house last Friday/ Saturday with a friend. 2 am - 6am. We were out shooting at a bar before that. I'm 54. My secret is.....beer! Lol Real secret is don't sit down. 😴 Not saying I was playing great though. I lost a lil bit of $$. Slept in the next day!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@seamusmcfadden994 Oh man, if I add beer to my play, I’d be down for the count in no time. The last beer I drank was over 6 years ago and before that, I was 50 🤷🏻‍♂️😊

[@josephhepp3078]

thanks, i thought you were talking to me because I m always tired ,I only play leagues 1 day because it's a 12 pm start and we re done by 530 -6.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@josephhepp3078 Thanks Joseph. After this video, I caught up on my sleep getting ready for Thanksgiving day with family. Before heading over to meet up with everyone, I shot a little. It was amazing how well I did as a result of being rested. It definitely makes a difference 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@michaelsmith1267]

Ron, you no longer play in leagues, correct? If so, how do you maintain a Fargo rating? Trying to figure out how to get into a singles only or some other league or competition that doesn't require such a big time commitment.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@michaelsmith1267 My fargo rate is from two years ago so it’s not up to date Michael. I compete in king of the hill formats these days as these require focus in order to hold the table. My best outing was 14 wins in eight ball before finally experiencing a loss with a good size list of players.

[@michaelsmith1267]

@ronthepoolstudent Wow...that's impressive!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@michaelsmith1267 Thanks, I like eight ball as strategy plays a big part 👍🏻

[@brandanburkins2523]

Consistency is key

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Yes it is Brandan 👍🏻

[@jonathonmartin7563]

Damn Ron now I have to go back and comment on every video 🤣🤣

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@jonathonmartin7563 Lol, 🤷🏻‍♂️Have a Happy Thanksgiving Jonathon 👍🏻🦃🍁

[@jonathonmartin7563]

You too buddy!!!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@jonathonmartin7563 Thanks 😊👍🏻

[@haroonsultan1312]

I'm very rusty but I would love to play with you someday. I used to be pretty good and have even Defeated, yes Defeated Efren Reyes Bata as well "ONCE"!!!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Thank you Haroon. Playing Efren had to be a highlight of your Pool career. Great memories for sure 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@haroonsultan1312]

Thanks sir. It sure was. The same night I had tattoos of 9 ball and 8 ball made on my arms.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@haroonsultan1312 your were inspired 😊

[@GarrethandPipa]

Ron ask a pro they will tell you its that B game that set those top 20 players from the rest of the field. Where you're aware you are not at your best and make the adjustments quick enough to stay in the game. It is that mental toughness that is hard to train. I have seen/known folks who resort to stimulants to stay sharp both legal and otherwise sadly in the end it makes them addicts and brittle pool players.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@GarrethandPipa Thanks Jeff. Btw, I have heard of players taking drugs to focus which to me is crazy. I’ve never been into drugs or alcohol of any kind 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@GarrethandPipa]

@@ronthepoolstudent Well back in the 80s it was more common than most will admit. It is beyond tough to play for 30 hours and many took the "easy" road.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@GarrethandPipa that’s crazy 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@jamescathcart4762]

Ron., I suggested shirts a year ago. I want my shirt! Lol. Tournaments are exausting. After a morning practice session, even a five hour tourney in the evening wears me out. Keeeeeep on practicing!

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@jamescathcart4762 Lots of mental focus is draining for sure James. Also, if your name does not get drawn, I will be offering a selection of Pool Student Shirts after the drawing. These will have the option of putting your name on the front. Stay tuned for the drawing announcement.

[@kb3170]

Tournaments are dragged out and hustlers try to get players off their rhythm on regular basis. I always say my name is irrelevant, lol. I hear it more than I say it.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@kb3170 As an old guy, my limits are 5-6 hours 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@haroonsultan1312]

Can i add to your guidance if you dont mind, NEVER CLIP YOUR NAILS ON THE SAME DAY OF YOUR TOURNAMENT/COMPETITION. it will definitely not be good.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

👍🏻

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Btw, I never clip, I always file when needed 👍🏻

[@haroonsultan1312]

Any plans on visiting London ? Would love to have a pool night with you 8 or 9 ball.

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@ last time I was in Europe was 1976, not planning on any trips to the UK now 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Jim-bt9xd]

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[@ronthepoolstudent]

You have mistaken me for someone else bud.

[@Jim-bt9xd]

@ronthepoolstudent MY message / reply was to Hanna b, not anybody else .

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@Jim-bt9xd 👍🏻

[@Jim-bt9xd]

@@ronthepoolstudent I'm in a real bad cell phone signal area, and calls get crossed/ messed up all the time !

[@ronthepoolstudent]

@@Jim-bt9xd I have no clue what you’re talking about Jim, this is a KZbin channel lol.