What should I look for in a low-deflection shaft?
Many are not aware of the energy that crosses any sphere when it is acted on by any force. In billiards, we have our linear energy (the stic
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- Jun 24, 2022
- 3 min
Mental Strength is Insight ~ By Tara Donnino
Have you ever felt your body get tense during a match? Have you ever felt insecure about a shot? Have you ever missed a key shot you...
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- Jan 9, 2022
- 2 min
One Rail Kicking with The Tip Kick Method
By Dominic Esposito aka The Drill Instructor Another fabulous installment from The Drill Instructor this month! You can have the pool...
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- Oct 15, 2019
- 3 min
A BALANCING ACT ~ by Anthony Beeler
Very few pool players understand that their performance will reach a stalemate after they master many of the mental and physical aspects...
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- Oct 15, 2019
- 2 min
ARE YOU ON THE REBOUND? ~ by Anthony Beeler
Recently one of my students asked, “How can I erase the memory of As a coach, I usually tell my students that thoughts are just thoughts...
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- Oct 1, 2019
- 2 min
A Man has Got to Know His Limitations ~ by Anthony Beeler
Take the big breaker who crushes the rack but throws a temper tantrum every time he scratches: Yes, he’s got a powerful stroke, but...
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- Sep 16, 2019
- 3 min
The System of Having No System ~ by Jeff Trent
The System of Having No System When considering Aiming Systems, let us look to the master Bruce Lee. Bruce Lee may someday be surpassed...
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- Jul 14, 2019
- 3 min
General FAQs and Laws of Pool ~ by Allan P. Sand
These apply to just about everyone. It is nearly impossible to avoid these laws and their consequence. They don’t apply every time, but...
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- Jul 14, 2019
- 4 min
It’s Time To Start Winning: Beliefs ~ by Simon Capon
Sam first played pool five years ago at the age of twelve. She fell in love with the game for many reasons but her natural ability...
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- Apr 5, 2019
- 3 min
It’s Time To Start Winning: The Definitive Mind Programming System for Sport
Our emotions are created by a small part of the brain that for simplicity we will call the emotional brain. There are of course many...
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- Apr 5, 2019
- 3 min
Awareness and Composure at the Table ~ by Tim”the Monk” Miller
AWARENESS IS A SKILL Awareness of a shot is not something to try to achieve. You don’t actively create awareness. It is a skill you...
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- Apr 2, 2019
- 4 min
Eye Patterns and Sighting ~ by Tim “The Monk” Miller
The main difference between the professional player and the best amateur is that the pro does not miss shots. They have a unique way of...
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- Mar 3, 2019
- 6 min
Article 6: Skill Vs. Knowledge ~ Dustin Crowe
By a show of hands, how many players reading this play in a pool league? Now, keep your hand up if you play outside of your weekly league...
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- Jan 9, 2019
- 3 min
THE SECRET OF A GREAT POOL STROKE!~ by Anthony Beeler
As you well know, I’m a Master Instructor that focuses a lot on mental game, so if you think you are getting a magical stroke tip here,...
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- Jan 9, 2019
- 3 min
NO AIM, NO GAME!~ by Anthony Beeler
As a Master Instructor, I work with numerous students each year. One of the most popular topics in pool of late has been the discussion...
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- Jan 9, 2019
- 3 min
MOLDING YOUR JUNIOR PLAYER~ by Anthony Beeler
As a Master Instructor, I get the privilege of working with junior players of all ability levels. Some are among the best in the world...
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- Jan 1, 2019
- 2 min
Setting Goals ~ by The Monk “Tim Miller”
When you are to arrive at your goals in pocket billiards you need to know exactly what your goals are. You don’t walk up to the ticket...
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- Jan 1, 2019
- 4 min
The Art of Physiology~ by Simon Capon
Jake is about to play his first-round match. His preparation on the practice table has been exceptional. He has remained focused and...
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- Oct 20, 2018
- 2 min
Carom Billiards: Around the World Patterns Patterns~ Allan Sands
Three-cushion Carom Billiards From the book “Carom Billiards: Around the World Patterns Patterns” Group A: Short Leg into Long Rail,...
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- Oct 9, 2018
- 3 min
A Pool Instructor’s Journey – Build the Foundation ~ Tanner Pruess
Fellow pool enthusiast – let me take the time to share my background as we begin this journey to continually improve your skills. My...
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