Secrets of the Game Revealed IV - Pool Lessons

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  • Pool Lessons - www.zerox-billiards.com/ In this video Tor discusses advanced principles in playing position. Position windows, ideal angles, and general tips on improving your overall game.
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    00:00:00 Introduction
    00:03:34 Four Different Skills to Develop
    00:03:46 Fundamentals
    00:04:23 Shot Repertoire
    00:06:15 Angle Awareness
    00:09:46 Pattern Recognition
    00:12:31 Position Windows
    00:20:15 Fundamentals - Tips
    00:29:09 Position Windows 8-Ball
    00:30:23 Position Windows Deciding Which Pocket
    00:31:29 Pocket Lines / Position Windows
    00:32:36 Position Drill
    00:34:43 Choose Two Ways to Play Position
    00:36:31 Play for the Larger Part of the Window
    00:41:37 Natural Path for Position
    00:42:57 Rail Numbers
    00:44:44 Study Your Misses
    00:49:30 Position Based on Percentage
    00:51:02 Play Position Using Rail Numbers
    00:53:47 Track Toward Next Ball at Correct Angle
    00:55:44 Kaci Run Out
    00:57:25 Play for Large Part of Position Window
    00:58:36 Chang Run Out
    01:01:17 Connecting Balls
    01:02:25 Play for Natural Angle First
    01:05:02 Stop Missing Easy Shots
    01:06:27 Ideal Angles for Rolling Shots
    01:07:05 Determine Natural Angle
    01:10:02 Natural Angles Examples
    01:12:32 Balls Near a Pocket
    01:18:51 Quick Drill - Natural Angles
    01:20:40 Four Rails - Natural Angle
    01:21:48 Maximum High - Natural Angle
    01:22:47 Three Rails - Natural Angle
    01:23:40 9-Ball Game - Natural Angles
    01:26:27 Quick Drill - Natural Angles
    01:27:01 Difficult Shot Aiming
    01:27:56 Landing Near the Natural Angle
    01:29:52 Natural Angles - Stun Shots
    01:34:34 8-Ball Pattern Drills
    01:43:55 Francine Massey Photos
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Komentáře • 126

  • @westonfairris8724
    @westonfairris8724 Před 9 měsíci +25

    2 hour video?! Man I don't think any other pool instructional content creator puts in as much work as you. Thank you

    • @fergus8483
      @fergus8483 Před 8 měsíci +1

      Him and Dr Dave are the best i found on CZcams. I also want to archive it. Never know with YT

    • @johnmullis1156
      @johnmullis1156 Před 4 měsíci

      @@fergus8483 order the downloads i have 3 and it is great

  • @jamesdavis8731
    @jamesdavis8731 Před 11 měsíci +20

    Another sensational video by someone I believe is the best pool instructor in the world - Tor Lowry. Nothing against all the other guys and gals, but the way Tor teaches is MASTER level and if followed I have no doubt a persons game will improve dramatically. The only thing better would be getting lessons from Tor in person - but that seems damn near impossible.

  • @davidsorokan6949
    @davidsorokan6949 Před 11 měsíci +7

    I don't comment much, but after watching this one (albeit lengthy) video, my game has improved over night. I don't look at table layouts the same as I did before. Thank you!

  • @bestinshow1343
    @bestinshow1343 Před 11 měsíci +4

    This may be Tor's best
    Video on Pattern knowledge.

  • @gabrielmartinez717
    @gabrielmartinez717 Před 11 měsíci +8

    Still best teacher on CZcams. Tor introduced me to Bob Byrne as well, who also has great information on the game which is still relevant to players today.

  • @MrSegopa
    @MrSegopa Před 11 měsíci +6

    This is the most powerful tutorial video & this is informative video...

  • @phillipellison1222
    @phillipellison1222 Před 11 měsíci +5

    So happy to see some new material from the best instructor online!

  • @YufengZhou
    @YufengZhou Před 8 měsíci +2

    Even for someone with fargorate over 600, each time when I watch your video, there still things I can learn and improve.

  • @toddrobert384
    @toddrobert384 Před 11 měsíci +12

    Great to have content from Tor again - the pioneer of online pool instruction

    • @fearthisuno
      @fearthisuno Před 11 měsíci

      😊

    • @fearthisuno
      @fearthisuno Před 11 měsíci

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    • @fearthisuno
      @fearthisuno Před 11 měsíci

      😊

  • @rhondacrume7801
    @rhondacrume7801 Před 8 měsíci +2

    You are my mentor since 2010. You are irreplaceable! Thank you for your perfect effort and generosity by sharing

  • @sunriseeternity300
    @sunriseeternity300 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Probably the best of these types of videos on youtube. Thank You for posting. #8ball #9ball #billiards #enjoylife #practice

  • @williamsheppard8738
    @williamsheppard8738 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Two of your tips on here just changed my game forever ♾️ something I didn't even realize I was doing before an someone got me to change it but now I'm doing it again an I'm really not missing anything unless I'm under pressure I have to exit better and stop giving away game's I have watched this video 6 times I can't thank you enough for putting this information out here

  • @johnholmstrom4212
    @johnholmstrom4212 Před 11 měsíci +8

    I really love the section on position windows. So good

  • @jacobbock5720
    @jacobbock5720 Před 10 měsíci +4

    This video is gold. It's a lot to take in but it is exactly what I need to progress forward. I'm 45 now and after 30 yrs have gotten close to the upper level for my region but these are the tid bits that I haven't incorporated but I think there is still time to make the jump forward to beco.e a treat at bigger events once I work this into my game.
    Thank you and God bless you for all your hard work and teaching.

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 10 měsíci +2

      Thanks for your kind words, I appreciate it

    • @cre8tvedge
      @cre8tvedge Před 7 měsíci

      I think your treat will be a threat to the other players. Go get em.

  • @kb3170
    @kb3170 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Excellent collaboration of skills needed. Paraphrases One word.... Simplified!

  • @att_ronez9993
    @att_ronez9993 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Can’t believe this video is free lol. I feel like I’m about to completely change my pool game lol

  • @thearkuhtekt
    @thearkuhtekt Před 10 měsíci +3

    Tor, you continue to bless the world with your profound pool knowledge. I say this for many when I say that you are very appreciated. Thank you for another superb video.

  • @Martin-Young
    @Martin-Young Před 11 měsíci +11

    Very clear and concise! Thank you Tor for putting this together!

  • @jbart9309
    @jbart9309 Před 11 měsíci +5

    Looks like Tor is working on his Magnus Opus for pool training- if this vid is just Chapter 8! I’ve bought almost all his vids and I’ll buy this one too. Priceless.
    I am just finishing one of his best drill sets this month (ball pocketing training ebook). Took me more than a year to complete, but it was worth it.

  • @mr.bitcoin1953
    @mr.bitcoin1953 Před 11 měsíci +5

    Great video. This will definitely elevate my game.

  • @ishmaelramatlotlo3870
    @ishmaelramatlotlo3870 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Another powerful solution from my best Master in whole world thank you Mr Tor for your experimental experience ❤

  • @shooterspooljen
    @shooterspooljen Před 6 měsíci

    I picked up the Zero X videos when they first came out so I'm one of Tor's first customers. I've played a lot of pool since then and I am always trying to learn more about the game. If you are new to billiards I can save you a lot of time. Study Tor's videos and read every billiard book you can find by Robert Byrne. These are the two best instructors that have ever taught the game.

  • @efrainrodriguez3040
    @efrainrodriguez3040 Před 11 měsíci +4

    By far the best pool tutorial videos. You are a master sir. Thank you 🙏

  • @paulriggall8370
    @paulriggall8370 Před 11 měsíci +4

    This is really nicely explained. I like your panoramic grasp.

  • @allysasabrina6086
    @allysasabrina6086 Před 6 dny

    follow u 4 years now.. i love this video.. thank you sir..

  • @AlexM-sk3lw
    @AlexM-sk3lw Před 10 měsíci

    What a fantastic video! The way you illustrate these concepts and all the examples is really game changing.

  • @kevinf4531
    @kevinf4531 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Wow it's been a while! Welcome back!

  • @garyhosten5963
    @garyhosten5963 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Welcome back,nice to have you back

  • @LineBallPool
    @LineBallPool Před 11 měsíci +2

    Lots of great tips and advanced insights explained simply. Thanks for this!

  • @devoncole5789
    @devoncole5789 Před 11 měsíci

    I love seeing he’s back giving us the information on a game we all love

  • @TopDownDC
    @TopDownDC Před 11 měsíci +4

    "And if you're struggling with drawing the cue ball..."
    It's like he knows I'm watching 😁

  • @t0mmy01755
    @t0mmy01755 Před 10 měsíci +1

    After watching this video, I noticed that I needed to use a compact stroke with a slightly bent elbow that allows me to follow through on my draw shots and regular shots. I’m definitely going to get this video when it comes out. Thank you Tor!

  • @NoVowel
    @NoVowel Před 11 měsíci +4

    Another GREAT video Tor! Thank you!

  • @lhasungpa
    @lhasungpa Před 25 dny

    Amazing hard work…Ty from the bottom of my heart…I’m a snooker player but learnt a lot from this video…Keep up the good work…👌

  • @jasonparker6138
    @jasonparker6138 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Tor's videos are gold!

  • @georgehicksjr7606
    @georgehicksjr7606 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Great content. Thanks for providing 🙏🏻

  • @brandongrablachoff261
    @brandongrablachoff261 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Hey Tor! Another video to add to my arsenal now. If you are ever planning on stopping by NJ, give me a shout! Thanks! 🎱 Maybe one of these days I can head out to Utah for more training or to just catch up. I went to the US Open last year in 2022 because Atlantic City is only 1 hour south of where I live in NJ but I won't be able to make it out this year. I can't believe it's been over 9 years since you selected me for the training experiment in person in July of 2014. Forever grateful and thankful. Thank you and God bless Tor! 🎱 🙏 🤲 😇

  • @jeffreyyoungblood7438
    @jeffreyyoungblood7438 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Excellent video. Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @AndrewT
    @AndrewT Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you for providing this fantastic video. I learned a lot. Very grateful.

  • @uhenoalvarez3480
    @uhenoalvarez3480 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Thanks Tor, another great video for advanced billiards. keep up the great! work. I always look forward to seeing a new one come out. you are one of top elite teachers. THANKS AGAIN

  • @riefler0220
    @riefler0220 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Dude, this is amazing! I am just good enough to hook my self and not run out, lol these position shots and drills will put me into striking distance for pro level!

  • @salapolivalenta77
    @salapolivalenta77 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Wow, thanks so much and welcome back!

  • @MPL_14.1
    @MPL_14.1 Před 11 měsíci +3

    Awesome stuff Tor!!

  • @john-nx4xn
    @john-nx4xn Před 7 měsíci

    Great to hear ur employed. And have a full schedule 🎉🎉

  • @Roger3207
    @Roger3207 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Thanks for the impeccable content. I have trouble following the concepts at the fast speed of the audio explanation. While the content is superb I’m having so much trouble with the fast presentation that I’m not getting as much out of the video as I would like.
    I think your ideas and concepts are second to none.

    • @jamesdavis8731
      @jamesdavis8731 Před 11 měsíci +4

      play the video at 3/4 or half speed then.

    • @bestinshow1343
      @bestinshow1343 Před 11 měsíci +1

      I was going to say exactly the same thing.

  • @xDuWuTang
    @xDuWuTang Před 11 měsíci

    I finally got myself a DigiCue, time to practice with some fun drills from this video!

  • @calvinjohnson7806
    @calvinjohnson7806 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Great video I always learn something.

  • @johnfuentes5937
    @johnfuentes5937 Před 7 měsíci

    Thank you for all your content !

  • @new2POOL208
    @new2POOL208 Před 7 měsíci

    Been trying to track my progress over a year. Could could use some advice. Thanks tor, these videos are priceless

  • @swarnendubiswas4712
    @swarnendubiswas4712 Před 4 měsíci

    One of the best video for pool player

  • @peterhale3020
    @peterhale3020 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Great video. Well done Sir

  • @anthonyani1631
    @anthonyani1631 Před 8 měsíci

    Wow! This guy is kicking knowledge!!! Need to take my time to watch with a table in front of me

  • @jimmys1219
    @jimmys1219 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Welcome back

  • @kimstevens4851
    @kimstevens4851 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Excelent - Exclusive-essential!

  • @JulianaMoore-om4ly
    @JulianaMoore-om4ly Před 11 měsíci +2

    Great video!!

  • @DavidM1337
    @DavidM1337 Před 11 měsíci +3

    You somewhere mentioned 30 standard test shots or so, I can't find it anymore. Where can I find out what these are?

  • @kasuaitools
    @kasuaitools Před 11 měsíci +1

    we really really missed you

  • @Deep_Divers
    @Deep_Divers Před 11 měsíci +2

    Thanks, Tor!

  • @leocracker9450
    @leocracker9450 Před 11 měsíci +2

    great job! thanks!

  • @abrehamhaile4976
    @abrehamhaile4976 Před 11 měsíci +1

    tor you are a great couch in pool a can tall with out a doubt. i i go to on you tube the first i see is your videos after a will you work new video i cant tell you how i am happy i was if i can gate a chance and if you show me like 14 day experiment i can do a lot. great work keep up on it and i want to see you pool billiard academy tor pis and love.

  • @acepahmad7682
    @acepahmad7682 Před 11 měsíci +1

    best pool lessons.

  • @jarrets2292
    @jarrets2292 Před 10 měsíci

    THANK YOU!!

  • @congtranchi6793
    @congtranchi6793 Před 4 měsíci

    thank you so much,

  • @mikepokora4835
    @mikepokora4835 Před 10 měsíci

    Lve tor what a great lesson

  • @poolflorian2235
    @poolflorian2235 Před 11 měsíci +3

    This is simply PRICELE$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

  • @jnanjoe
    @jnanjoe Před 11 měsíci +1

    Perfect time 🎉

  • @jacobjones5269
    @jacobjones5269 Před 11 měsíci +1

    The position was established during the negotiations.. Matching up is the real talent..

  • @HillbillyIslandLife
    @HillbillyIslandLife Před 11 měsíci +37

    Sweeeeeet!! The Master has returned . . .

  • @poolplayer322
    @poolplayer322 Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you sir

  • @swarnendubiswas4712
    @swarnendubiswas4712 Před 10 měsíci

    Amazing

  • @user-br4cr6xi8j
    @user-br4cr6xi8j Před 10 měsíci

    Hi Tor! Great binge-worthy content and I doubt you'll see this comment, much less respond, but I'd like to see a video demonstrating various pro players' strokes. Some players have a long, beautiful almost "wavy" or loopy, loose and relaxed stroke resembling a"figure 8" or see-saw motion like many Filipino players, including Efron and Bustamante. While others have a high and frozen elbow with a straight take-back and follow-through. Hope I'm describing this right. I love Efron and SVB's stroke. Thank you!

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 8 měsíci +1

      You're right, there are a lot of different types of strokes out there. I'll be putting together a section in the new pool book on this subject and will discuss it also in the upcoming Secrets 4 video.

  • @Krushard
    @Krushard Před 10 měsíci +1

    Stellar video. Labelling diamonds with numbers feels redundant tho. I understand when you do it in some multi-rail kicking system but what's the point to call a diamond 30 if this number is not involved in any calculations? Just aim at the diamond, lol.

    • @jamesdavis8731
      @jamesdavis8731 Před 10 měsíci

      It's just easier to think about at times. Also, it is maybe not so needed for the diamond itself - but what about hitting 26 on the rail? That is really what labeling the diamonds and numbers are for. I do this all of the time, and also teach my son this way, and it just makes it easier to know where you want to hit on the rail.

    • @Krushard
      @Krushard Před 10 měsíci

      @@jamesdavis8731 so, you're literally trying to shoot at point right between second and third diamond and thinking "that's 25 and I need one inch more so it's 26"? To each it's own I guess, I'd just... well, shoot one inch to the left from the middle of the two diamonds :).

  • @MStoica
    @MStoica Před 4 měsíci

    Any estimate on when in 2024 will Secrets IV come out?
    Can't wait :D

  • @Iceman79fin
    @Iceman79fin Před 2 měsíci

    When is the release date? Can't wait anymore 🙂

  • @michaelmorales7443
    @michaelmorales7443 Před 11 měsíci +2

    🔥🔥🔥

  • @larrybusacca1273
    @larrybusacca1273 Před 8 měsíci

    Hello Tor, A quick question regarding the Center Angle drills Download from your site. I believe the answer may help others as well. First off, thank you! Awesome content as always. You are the Yoda of cue sports! We are so used to you being very specific and precise with your instruction that I want to ask if you could be a bit more specific with what you mean by “Begin the drills by first shooting with side spin.” (#2 on the list of 5 directions.) A tip of spin, less… more etc? Or is the intent to find your own sweet spot? Or is that a typo? I would think practicing these drills with no English first is a good idea. Then progressively work from there. Anyway, I think a number of us may appreciate your answer. Either way, thanks again. Uh, may the force be with you.

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 8 měsíci

      Hi, thanks for the kind words. I believe in those drills the goal is to learn how to pocket each of the 30 shots with both sidespin and center ball. This drill should be practiced after learning proper sidespin. The goal of these drills is to determine which shots are easier to pocket when it comes to using sidespin and center ball.

  • @user-tu8il3ge4j
    @user-tu8il3ge4j Před 11 měsíci

    Yeah I wish I could do his 2 week program i have always played but haven't had the time in the last 13 years but now I have the time and wish i could find out how to get in touch with him

  • @maxpower2743
    @maxpower2743 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Where can I find the rest of the "secrets of the game revealed - beginner to master" videos?

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 11 měsíci +2

      Hi, the full Secrets 4 video will be released in 2024.

  • @dormamo6917
    @dormamo6917 Před 11 měsíci +1

    who do you think are the best pro-players now are really good in cue ball control?

    • @new2POOL208
      @new2POOL208 Před 11 měsíci

      All the younger ones

    • @new2POOL208
      @new2POOL208 Před 11 měsíci

      Tor

    • @beachidiot
      @beachidiot Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@tt-tk9076One of the best players I ever knew played almost all center ball. He relied filly on angles and speed for position. This seemingly simplistic approach did not impress me many years ago,when I was a relatively young man. His results however were unquestionable. I wish now I would have paid more attention to his advice.

  • @psim358
    @psim358 Před 8 měsíci

    Do you have a link to pre order your book?

  • @jeffm5991
    @jeffm5991 Před 11 měsíci +2

    19:11

  • @fantus69
    @fantus69 Před 11 měsíci

    Great video! Can someone please tell me what are the little dots he uses to mark out the ball positions on the table when he's practicing? I've tried googling them but I keep getting black ball spot marker dots. Cheers!

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 11 měsíci

      Avery Reinforcement Labels or SharkMarks

    • @fantus69
      @fantus69 Před 11 měsíci

      @@ZeroXBilliards thank you!

  • @user-tj3qz5oo2h
    @user-tj3qz5oo2h Před 8 měsíci

    What song is at the end of the video

  • @Noejjkkkj
    @Noejjkkkj Před 11 měsíci +1

    Well it TOR you long enough!

  • @Lefishn
    @Lefishn Před 10 měsíci

    Where does someone like me get a printout sheet like your 6 table page where we can draw out shots or full page pool table for shot lines and such? I always have to draw my own with markers and takes so long

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 9 měsíci

      I have a free download on my website www.zerox-billiards.com/support

  • @kennethb.correnti8276
    @kennethb.correnti8276 Před 11 měsíci

    great vidoe, but a little advanced for me. I had trouble with all the terms and what they mean.

  • @gavinsumner4905
    @gavinsumner4905 Před 9 měsíci

    What are the two songs at the end?

    • @ZeroXBilliards
      @ZeroXBilliards  Před 9 měsíci

      After the Hustle and Mike Massey's Louie and the Preacher

    • @user-do1fq8oy9c
      @user-do1fq8oy9c Před 8 měsíci

      ​@TorLowry who did "after the hustle"?

  • @lardass69
    @lardass69 Před 11 měsíci

    Who's voice over in parts?

  • @poolflorian2235
    @poolflorian2235 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Tor please give me some lessons in person please

  • @Rockystevehudson
    @Rockystevehudson Před 10 měsíci +1

    Jesus Christ what have I been doing with my life for the past 15 years?? 💀

  • @suewoo5
    @suewoo5 Před 7 měsíci

    Hey tor someone is uploading your videos David bel some shit just FYI

  • @555hbp
    @555hbp Před 9 měsíci

    BBL

  • @intercrew99
    @intercrew99 Před 11 měsíci

    @1:48:35 who is at with Jeanette?

  • @sheilamclaughlin963
    @sheilamclaughlin963 Před 9 měsíci

    Slow rolling balls has always been a problem for me, all 55 years of playing

  • @garyrickenbaker6422
    @garyrickenbaker6422 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Welcome back