How to Break & Run 8-Ball | Inside the Mind of a Pool Player

Get inside my mind for 5 racks of 8-ball; how I think and how to shoot it.
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[@WorldofPoolandBilliards]

This is my first video where I am talking to a camera, and it feels quite awkward. It feels like I spent too much time on each rack, and the pace was a bit slow, but let me know what you think. Give me some advice to make the next one better. Also, don't forget to download the WPB App. Thanks! worldofpoolandbilliards.page.link/download

[@LeeH688]

I have seen other KZbinrs making these types of videos for 9 ball, but hardly any for 8 ball which is what most amateurs play. I like this style of video and hope you make more 8 ball run walkthroughs.

[@Grim_Gaming]

I loved it man! The slower pace and thought process was really interesting and inciteful!

[@bosseeriksson1403]

The pace and walk/talkthrough is spot on imo. The only thing I really missed was a 3rd cam, positioned over the table to give us a better view of layout, angles etc. That first table runout was in my opinion flawless. Good vid that earned you a new subscriber in Sweden

[@charlesc4925]

@@LeeH688I’m Mr_CEC and I endorse this post! 💯😄

[@andraskoleszar9759]

Dude, literally amazing video! Getting to hear how you're thinking really helps develop the patterns and what a great player is looking for in these racks.

[@bjarkenielsen8515]

Good video! 2:50 - 3:40 Please stand to the side of the table, instead of right in front of the camera, when analyzing the layout. It blocks our view and it is difficult to follow your thought process, when we can't see the balls while you talk about them. 5:20 - 5:35 is a much better place to stand while analyzing/talking.

[@markevenson987]

As I watched this video I was thinking, “ could I leave the cue ball as close to the target location , as you did?” Probably not at my level of experience. So , what tips do I need to leave the cue ball in the optimal position for the next shot? Perhaps you might suggest a practice exercise that would help those of us who are not as accomplished at position play. Overall, really enjoyed the video, the pace was good for me. Thanks for your efforts !

[@ERDG516]

Good shooting, I don't run out like you mainly because I don't break that well. If I improve my break, I would spot the 8 ball and pocket the other balls left.

[@Crazywaffle5150]

You were driving me insane. I kept yelling at the computer for you to hit the 7 first so you have a shot on the 3. I had this mapped out in my head the same exact way before Finishing the video and I'm pretty average at pool. lol

[@GilBotelho-kd8gp]

Before you can break and run you need to learn how to make a ball off the break.teach them the best way to break a 8 - ball rack first. This video is for pro not beginners..

[@nineounceprime3829]

I've been going down the YT rabbit hole for a few weeks now in regards to making shape, 3 balls ahead... (I can pocket anything like a kleptomaniac but, almost always get caught) The way you naturally talk as you dissect the run is absolutely perfect.. Talking through it like the person (people/us) are right there. Please keep these coming. This helped me immensely.. 10/10

[@CueballcontrolSometimes]

Great shooting for talking your way through it as well. I think the amount of time given for each shot is spot on.

[@grenavoi]

After the break you were describing all these shots, but you were blocking most of them from being from the camera view.

[@joekind1]

Never break from the middle, break from the side rail hitting the 2nd row of balls.

[@Krushard]

I think it went pretty good, well done. Two cameras setup definitely helps you just need to find the right balance when to switch. Example: I have an overhead view and you take your time explaining the position but I can't see the exact angle yet so I half-assed follow you. Then you go down to shoot, show the GoPro view, and only now I understand your angle but I'd want to be with you a bit earlier, if that makes sense.

[@Derek_1111]

Rack 2 I paused the vid and chose stripes with the 11 ball on the rail as my key ball as it easily leads to the 8. I had a feeling when you were wanting to take solids you'd realize getting on the 8 would be tough.You ran it very similar to my planned route making sure to take care of the 2 balls under the 8 early.. What ball were you thinking to use for the key ball? As you talked about trying to get on the 11 early I kept thinking you'd end up shooting it last anyways. Got a little funky the at the end and having to settle with the tougher cut and coming to the other side of the 8 but you made it work.

[@Grim_Gaming]

How is it going man! Have not seen you in a while! This is Chris from Hoons Place!

[@stefanciubotaru4611]

what is your equipment ??? shaft , cue , tip ? the sopund of the hit sounds very solid

[@WorldofPoolandBilliards]

Cuetec SVB Cynergy with a Kamui Clear Medium

[@stefanciubotaru4611]

@@WorldofPoolandBilliards I have the same one except I have 3 shafts … one with KO brother tip soft AMAZING!!! … another with Molonari 12 also amazing … and I used to have Onyx but now I have Caiden Soft on my third shaft … I found all of these tips to be far superior to kamui …. Even precision tip from denis searing is better than kamui to be honest … try them out … I am curious to what you would think Btw I tried like 30 tips and have about 25 more to try at home :)

[@joshuahong2013]

Hey man, really good to see you back uploading again. I most likely will be back in Korea so we can run some racks!

[@Grim_Gaming]

I love this episode and how you go through your decision making process and even outline your mistakes! We need to have a drink and play sometime at Hoons or Wingin It or something! I went and ate and shot some pool there last night!

[@arlyn007]

Great Video Jake - love all your tips to make us a better player!

[@barbaragottlock230]

Thank you!