WHY YOU MISCUE - How to make sure you NEVER MISCUE AGAIN (8 BALL AND 9 BALL PLAYERS POOL LESSONS)

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  • čas přidán 31. 07. 2024
  • In this video we look at reasons for the most common miscues. They are not "about the chalk." We show you why you miscue and how to keep miscues out of your 8 Ball, 9 Ball, and 10 Ball game.
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  • @nunyabizness9544
    @nunyabizness9544 Před 4 lety +5

    4,5 &6 are me allday....thanks for bringing this to my attention. Another great video

  • @kenj1621
    @kenj1621 Před 4 lety +4

    Well thank goodness I've NEVER miscued ever! Seriously, you once again said something that rang a bell for me and I need to take to heart. I'll be adding bridging over balls in the list of stuff in my practice routines. It's something I never thought about much except when I'm doing it in a game, and for whatever reason, I never thought of practicing it till now. You manage to give me something to be aware of, practice, or learn on each video you put out and I appreciate it.

  • @bwhite429
    @bwhite429 Před 4 lety +5

    A lot of amateurs will unknowingly shoot with an elevated cue and not keep it level. Some people believe elevating a cue will give them better screw or reverse English but not true. It decreases the amount of the cue ball that is struck and increases miscues. Great instructional video, keep them up!

    • @cglaurer
      @cglaurer Před rokem +2

      I learned to keep my cue level as possible from Bryan’s videos. I was practicing draw shots the other day when a friend actually said to me that I need to raise the butt of my cue. Haha. I told him, I think I just need to hit the cue ball a little lower, then proceeded to draw it all the way back to the rail. He stopped trying to “help” me after that.

  • @AlsAllMetalDetecting
    @AlsAllMetalDetecting Před 4 lety +2

    This is one of your better informational videos Bryan. You cover a ton of examples with good sound advice & suggestions for overcoming these shortfalls which many players have. Really great stuff here man.
    Be well,
    Al-Fu

  • @danielhoogendoorn882
    @danielhoogendoorn882 Před 4 lety +2

    Some of these I have never really even thought about. And all of these make alot of sence. You just have to be reminded about these to notice them in your game! Love it! Thanks again! Keep it up!

  • @darkhelmet4279
    @darkhelmet4279 Před 3 lety +2

    The bonus tip was one of the 1st things addressed in George Fels classic book. Break only as hard as you can with control. If your cue ball is getting away from you you need to let up a bit. Cue ball control is Paramount especially on the break!

  • @wilkvanburen
    @wilkvanburen Před 3 lety +2

    I took your advice and purchased one of those last 4 ever tools. It works extremely well for shaping the tip. Thank you for the advice. I love your videos.

  • @duckwolf2593
    @duckwolf2593 Před 3 lety +2

    I've been shooting pool for over 20 years and I learned a ton in just the first five minutes of this video. Thank you so much for this information!!!

  • @davidfuller8780
    @davidfuller8780 Před 4 lety +2

    This has been a very informative lesson. Thanks Brian!

  • @donparrish9659
    @donparrish9659 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks again Bryan for some great info we can use, gonna definitely add shooting over balls to my practice sessions

  • @rjewelry
    @rjewelry Před 4 lety +2

    This has been the most informative one yet, in my opinion. thanks

  • @liamfarrand1938
    @liamfarrand1938 Před 2 lety +1

    Super late to the party on this one, but another HUGE reason I see guys miscue is due to improper elevation. Chin to you cue and keep it level start to finish was the best tip I got when I first started playing, Brian your the man! I love your videos!

  • @davidpentrack8691
    @davidpentrack8691 Před 2 lety +1

    Glad you did this! Excellent refresher

  • @markshowalter4259
    @markshowalter4259 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video! Thanks for the great tips

  • @tonyrodriguez2524
    @tonyrodriguez2524 Před 3 lety +1

    On point! I was going bonkers on why I was miss cuing, and no it was any substances. One thing I have to do is FOCUS on what I'm supposed to be doing. Just like a shooter. Thank You!

  • @AJ-od7mv
    @AJ-od7mv Před 4 lety +1

    Man I really like your videos. Great advice 👍

  • @velvetbaize805
    @velvetbaize805 Před 4 lety +1

    Great content as always!

  • @teamempressive7730
    @teamempressive7730 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks for This good advice😊 I just started to play again and I'm very rusty. Hopefully I can get up to speed againg. I also bought me a cheap Players cue to practice and if I see improvements over time will definitely upgrade for something better. I had to admit that my eye sight is not the same especially when I'm doing long shots 😣 but I'm happy that I'm back on one of my favorites hobbies.

  • @tompass82
    @tompass82 Před 4 lety +1

    Digging your vides. Right to the point lesson. I’m just getting back into playing and these are super helpful! If you’re just getting into shooting and reading this, listen and pay attention. He is a great mentor (of sorts... e-mentor)

  • @PersistentWolfBilliards
    @PersistentWolfBilliards Před 4 lety +3

    Late night upload today, one of my favorite techniques for shooting over a ball is to bring my middle finger back in order to better stabilize my bridge.

  • @allgood6760
    @allgood6760 Před rokem +1

    Thanks Brian... I have less miscues by using a wider tip instead of a narrow tip.. a wider tip has more surface area..👍🎱

  • @joestrauss8977
    @joestrauss8977 Před 4 lety +1

    Good stuff Brian. Bustamante is another hall of fame player that has a style that noone else can or should try to copy. Even Shane's stroke is a little unorthodox. During practice strokes his elbow is towards his body,but when he delivers the cue his arm goes dead straight behind the shot line. I would compare these different types of styles to the swing of one of the greatest golfers ever.... Arnold Palmer. It wasn't pretty, but it was square at impact. Look forward to the next video!

  • @cralvertos
    @cralvertos Před 7 měsíci +1

    Very great and useful video, thanks again Brian!!

  • @BangTimePool
    @BangTimePool Před 4 lety +1

    Good stuff Bryan!!

  • @tweeee100
    @tweeee100 Před 4 lety +3

    I am jealous of your lifestyle and the amount of pool you play

  • @vidular
    @vidular Před 2 lety +1

    All fundamentals, so important. I learned much from this video and must become more aware of what I am doing.

  • @livewiresfoster78
    @livewiresfoster78 Před 3 lety +1

    Really like your videos, btw,, my greatest error is not staying down , and raising up too quick, usually resulting in missing my shot. Just throwing that out there. Keep up the awesome videos

  • @capoman1
    @capoman1 Před rokem +1

    6:35 Long bridge. Yeah I see that in beginners alot. Either they don't realize the extra error they are creating, or they think it gives them a longer smoother stroke. I play with a shorter bridge because of error added with length, longer anything amplifies angle error.

  • @billyvictory6060
    @billyvictory6060 Před rokem +1

    Very informative video.

  • @curiousman1672
    @curiousman1672 Před 4 lety +2

    My favorite example of #10 is Alex Higgins. The Hurricane knew how to swing a stick!! Haha.

  • @sacharomero79
    @sacharomero79 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey Bryan, great video, great tips for beginners and advanced players! Excellent.
    I was wondering, my often made mistake is dropping the shoulder and elbow on bad days... i'm aware of it but i cann't find any tips or excercises on hoe to train to get a steady shoulder/elbow technique. Do you have any insite?

  • @joebrown1382
    @joebrown1382 Před 4 lety +3

    I don't miscue very often while playing it's the break where I miscue & it's embarrassing.

  • @poolflorian2235
    @poolflorian2235 Před 4 lety +2

    Absolute best not the vodka absolute . Great video🎱🎱🎱🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @WaynePBA
    @WaynePBA Před 2 lety +1

    Tiger chalk is really nice also, a nice even coat lasts a long time. Learning to chalk the tip is also important. IMO.

  • @johnbissell3533
    @johnbissell3533 Před 4 lety +1

    I admit trying to break the light. OOps! saw me a lot ! Good lesson thanks.

  • @CabbageRoII
    @CabbageRoII Před 4 lety +3

    1. Chalk
    2. Not properly shaped tip
    3. Not stable bridge
    4. Bridge hand is too far away from the cue ball
    5. Dropping the shoulder
    6. Shooting beyond the limit while playing English
    7. Warm up stroke is not consistent - where you aim is now where u r hitting
    8. Warm up stroke is not consistent - where you aim is now where u r hitting
    9. Warm up stroke is not consistent - where you aim is now where u r hitting
    10. Lifting the cue off the table
    Great Video!
    Comment if I got anything wrong :)

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety +1

      I think you should work for my channel. You listed everything in a way that would have helped me while making the video. I mostly go off the top of my head. You could be my Production Manager.

    • @CabbageRoII
      @CabbageRoII Před 4 lety +2

      @@FXBilliards Happy to help :) Just another average player trying to be good

    • @FirstWayHockey
      @FirstWayHockey Před 2 lety

      You're damn right on 7,8 and 9nth. I will add two more reasons to miscue: 1) Too tight gip making your cue stick to lift just before the hit (think of a clock pendulum) and 2) No follow through specially when your cue ball is near a rail or when you have to lift your cue stick to hit over a ball in front of your cue ball.

  • @howardberger3676
    @howardberger3676 Před 4 lety +2

    Very good and thx for the tools info. Appreciate if you could show how to adjust contact point when using heavy English(ie) the 8 ball shot with heavy reverse English. The English throws off the shot and often misses the pocket.. how to adjust?

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety +1

      I think my next video is about the basics of English. That should help.

  • @rogerherdegen4030
    @rogerherdegen4030 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks so much....I think i am one that shoots to hard. These are all good points to remember

  • @jonathanliu5047
    @jonathanliu5047 Před 3 lety +2

    I use a closed bridge normally and especially for a long draw shot. My friend tells me my bridge is extremely long, but I feel like I need it to be able to “see” my point of contact during practice strokes. It’s more comfortable for me, but should I spend time adapting and use a shorter bridge or an open bridge? I only really miscue on higher speed shots.

  • @GaliReax
    @GaliReax Před 5 měsíci +1

    had no idea denzel washington was so good at pool

  • @glenno344
    @glenno344 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks

  • @ackesan
    @ackesan Před 4 lety +1

    Dropping the shoulder and elbow... I am a professional. Thanks. Greetings from Montenegro.

  • @michaelmccullar2982
    @michaelmccullar2982 Před 2 lety +1

    Good video

  • @brianb.2894
    @brianb.2894 Před 4 lety +1

    I hate miscuing Brian and I do it to often. This video may have just set me straight. Also I think I`ve seen Ronnie O`Sullivan and some other players aim center ball and then drop the tip when using draw like Reyes. Maybe its just a camera illusion with those guys.....I just don`t know. Maybe those guys see the center as a reference point or something. I`ve never done that but I must confess, I`ve considered it. From what you`ve said I won`t be doing it. Keep up the good work.😊

  • @Randy-pl2dg
    @Randy-pl2dg Před rokem +1

    Another key is lifting your head up before contacting the cueball. See it all the time

  • @michaelwadsworth654
    @michaelwadsworth654 Před 4 lety +1

    I thoiught of another reason why i miscue is when I am extending for a long shot. Probably should be using the bridge if possible in that situation .

  • @complaintregistar
    @complaintregistar Před 2 lety +1

    i took your advice. the cute girl at the pool room told me we'd never work out because my bridge was only 4 inches long ... any help?

  • @Randy-pl2dg
    @Randy-pl2dg Před rokem +1

    I'm sure you have a good reason for not paying pro. Anyway, I'm glad you are on here for us. Thanks my friend. Keep on keeping on

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před rokem +1

      You can either play pro or you can make good money, have a nice house and car, and send your kids to college BUT you can’t do both. Thank you very much for watching.

    • @Randy-pl2dg
      @Randy-pl2dg Před rokem

      @@FXBilliards thanks a lot. I undrstand , by the way. We are the lucky ones

  • @richardbigger3512
    @richardbigger3512 Před 3 lety +1

    Grip has been an issue for me on some shots

  • @billiardslocal
    @billiardslocal Před 4 lety +2

    Miscue on break is always followed by the cue ball flying off the table :).. great info bryan

  • @jamalgibson7820
    @jamalgibson7820 Před rokem +2

    Why can't I shoot straight? I do the drills you guys recommend, the stance, I even shoot in a water bottle. It doesn't matter, my cue ball always seen to go right. It has to be mechanical. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před rokem +1

      Make sure your elbow and your cue and your arm swing are all in a straight line. It sounds like your elbow might be swinging in or out during your stroke causing you to hit the ball in the wrong spot.

  • @frankhernandez4653
    @frankhernandez4653 Před 2 lety +1

    What a great lesson thanks a lot Brian I’ve improved quite a bit in the last four months five months I had a 30 year layoff and boy what a mess anyway I’m getting back into it and I got maybe four or five balls that I could run or before I was a one runner anyway thank you. Do I have to watch the adds to help you I will if it helps you Thank you 🎱

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for watching and if you skip the ads it’s understandable.

  • @stevec2066
    @stevec2066 Před 4 lety +1

    I did not know some chalk was that much better then any other. Thanks for pointing that out.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety +1

      Yes. Masters is popular only because it’s cheep. MOST chalk is better. You should have at least one cube of quality chalk in your bag. I like Predator, blue diamond, and kamui. But kamui is $30 per single cube. Yes 30!

    • @danielhoogendoorn882
      @danielhoogendoorn882 Před 4 lety

      Ya kamui is spendy but I think it is worth it. And I also use predator. Predator is great for the price.

  • @holeinonekc1
    @holeinonekc1 Před 4 lety +1

    Another good video. I see a lot of player lift there cue at the end of there stroke. It scares me too. What type of tip tool do you use?

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety +1

      Last 4 Ever is the best I’ve ever seen.

  • @darkhelmet4279
    @darkhelmet4279 Před 3 lety +1

    I think a lot of miscues come from people hitting draw shots too hard. More important is a solid follow through And a level stroke. Even a soft stroke you can get unbelievable draw!

    • @Ocean8881
      @Ocean8881 Před 2 lety

      You are absolutely correct. I remember not being able to draw and I decided to stroke slower in order to see what I was doing wrong; surprisingly the cue ball came back flying for a total of 4 diamonds. Also holding the cue lighter helps tremendously.

  • @MrBobZack
    @MrBobZack Před 4 lety +1

    Brian, in your opinion, what is the best chalk to use as far as durability, cleanliness, etc..I find the Kamui and other greasy chalks leave marks all over and cleaning the clothe is not that easy. However, jump shots seem more effective with the Japanese filmy stuff.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety

      I love kamui but it leaves marks everywhere. Right now I’m using predator chalk exclusively. It’s pretty clean, it’s high-quality and it’s not ridiculously priced

  • @brianmack6285
    @brianmack6285 Před 4 lety +1

    Re: bridge length - what's your advice for us normal players when you can't place your bridge hand where you want it due to balls on the table ? It's not always a cue over an obstructing ball but sometimes it's a ball where you want your palm. I find there are times I'm forced to either use a long bridge or choke up and use a short bridge (and thus a shorter stroke). Both don't bode well for my accuracy.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety +1

      Brian Mack not all situations are easy to manage. There are times we have to have a crazy long or short bridge. The better you get, the fewer you will have. Brian, thanks for watching.

  • @bannguyen5057
    @bannguyen5057 Před rokem +1

    I need green pool chalk. Your advices are appreciated. Thanks

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před rokem

      I’ve been using Taom chalk and I think it is the best in the world. It is also very clean - but costly.

    • @bannguyen5057
      @bannguyen5057 Před rokem

      @@FXBilliards - please give me that link to ordering thank

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před rokem

      amzn.to/3JkkWPJ

  • @richardclingempeel6111
    @richardclingempeel6111 Před rokem +1

    That much English causes a lot of missed shots if you don't adjust the point of impact. I'm guilty of this at times, sometimes I over English my shot. I get the position I want, but missed my shot😆

  • @jaw8369
    @jaw8369 Před 4 lety +1

    👍👍

  • @denniedobbins8794
    @denniedobbins8794 Před rokem +1

    Want to know opinion on elbow drop.

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před rokem +1

      Well, it shows up with a lot of top players but it has to be "part of your natural stroke." Just tossing it. in there because some guy does it, is not a good reason. If you play without dropping your elbow, it will be easier to correct (by a coach) if things start to break down in. your stroke.

  • @gregbrown4136
    @gregbrown4136 Před 4 lety +1

    Damn I did almost all of them

  • @gman5051
    @gman5051 Před 4 lety +1

    Ok ! Just for the record ..... Bryan not Brian ! I made the same mistake . Let’s give Bryan his due ! Great stuff Bryan .

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety

      Thanks you Greg! I will answer to Brian with an i, but not Byran.

    • @gman5051
      @gman5051 Před 4 lety

      FXBilliards So sorry Brian , I thought I had seen one of the thumbnails introducing you as Bryan ? I’ve always hated slaughtering names , so I guess I did it again ! Well now I know , straight from the man himself . Your videos are really amping up my game !

  • @backyardbilliards101
    @backyardbilliards101 Před 4 lety +1

    If you have to slide on or screw on your tip that's not a good tip

  • @laserpanda9553
    @laserpanda9553 Před 4 lety +1

    Remember, make sure the business end of your cue is in tip-top shape

    • @FXBilliards
      @FXBilliards  Před 4 lety

      Good point Panda... I think I say that in about one in every three videos. So many people could improve in 15 minutes with a good quality well shaped tip on their cue.

  • @dennismilligan9782
    @dennismilligan9782 Před 4 lety +1

    😑☺️

  • @capoman1
    @capoman1 Před rokem +1

    Chalk ain't it. I can run balls for a long time no chalk. I don't suggest it. But just for reference, if you aren't playing wild english, you can play a long time no chalk, but again not suggesting you do so.

  • @donjaun540
    @donjaun540 Před 2 lety +1

    Reason for a miscue? Hot chick walking bye. 😁😛

  • @yann5813
    @yann5813 Před 2 lety +1

    because of a pretty girl in the background... try to do good ang get the worst !!!

  • @denniedobbins8794
    @denniedobbins8794 Před rokem +1

    Thanks