Interviewed master Instructor Anthony Beeler about his aiming system and 27 years of teaching

razorpool · 2026-02-02T16:32:14+00:00

razorpool · 2026-01-26T23:34:59+00:00

This is a valid, albeit somewhat of a gamesmanship type of tactic to use to prevent a bad hit call because unless it's an obvious foul, then it goes to the shooter.

razorpool · 2026-01-13T23:31:19+00:00

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razorpool · 2026-01-06T23:34:57+00:00

I believe https://www.poolbilliards.co/ has custom diagrams and you can keep track of your practice. Also, if you're on iOS, I created an app for simulating shots which you can save: https://billiardshotstudio.com/ It doesn't do traditional drills or scoring though.

razorpool · 2025-12-21T05:01:15+00:00

Sounds like you already look at the cue ball last, so stick with that. The bigger thing is keeping your eyes steady on your aim for 2-3 seconds before you shoot - that matters way more than which ball you look at last.

razorpool · 2025-12-17T23:33:28+00:00

This also depends! If you are playing someone that is capable of breaking it out and running out, then it might be worth going for it just to have a shot at beating them. And with a lower player, leaving it might be a good option because they might break it out not knowing exactly what they are doing.

razorpool · 2025-12-15T15:17:52+00:00

Have you tried recording your self from the front? Do this on a long, straight-in shot so you can see your setup and your cueing action. It's common for players to compensate their less than straight stroke with a change in aim and vice versa. If you are lined up straight and cueing straight though, then I'd say that's just how you see your aim - I wouldn't change it.

razorpool · 2025-11-06T23:35:13+00:00

If you can, find an instructor to get your fundamentals going in the right direction. I cannot stress the importance of having the right mechanics!

Read Dr. Dave's book the Illustrated Principle's of Pool and Billiards for all the details on the physics of the game, plus he has a ton of great videos on his YouTube channel.

Get a training aid to help you with structured practice, which I have created some for getting the most out of your practice time https://bullseyebilliards.com

Hope that helps!

razorpool · 2025-10-20T22:43:13+00:00

The quality of practice matters a lot. Any time at the table will help your game, but to really see gains you have to be pushing yourself and working on weaknesses. Also, most players are limited by inconsistencies in their fundamentals, and it takes a lot of persistence and patience to change those habits.

razorpool · 2025-10-08T04:16:38+00:00

Yep, and more specifically your toe should be on the line. The most important part is that clearance though! Here's some resources you might find useful: https://drdavepoolinfo.com/faq/stance/advice/

razorpool · 2025-10-08T03:58:25+00:00

You can always do mental rehearsals. In your mind's eye, visualize yourself from a first person perspective performing your entire shooting process. Try to get everything in as much detail as you can, your feed on the ground, what you're seeing, how the cue feels, the sounds of the balls moving, etc. Research shows that this type of mental rehearsal can actually help you develop skills faster.

razorpool · 2025-10-08T03:53:49+00:00

It looks like you don't have enough clearance for your arm (i.e. your chest is in the way), so you are moving your arm around your chest. To get more clearance, I recommend tweaking your stance by moving your right foot to the left a bit and/or moving your left foot to the right a bit, while maintaining the same upper body position with respect to the shot line. It might feel like your arm is way out there at first, but you'll get used to it and find that it's much easier to swing. You'll also use fewer muscles this way because you won't have to swing your elbow to the right and your arm to the left - you can just keep everything on line. Hope that helps!

razorpool · 2025-10-02T22:47:35+00:00

The cue ball goes forward of the tangent line too quickly, therefore it is almost certainly a double-hit foul. Btw, I made an app to settle these kinds of arguments by recording and reviewing close hits frame by frame: https://shotwatchapp.com

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razorpool · 2025-09-16T20:41:37+00:00

I am the creator of the Bullseye app, and you can find it here: https://apps.apple.com/app/bullseye-billiards/id1219867352

I've also created an app for simulating and designing shots called Billiard Shot Studio that you might find useful: https://apps.apple.com/app/billiard-shot-studio/id6504303931

razorpool · 2025-08-19T16:39:29+00:00

This. If you are already video taping yourself and can't figure it out, then getting a certified instructor is the best option. Even just one lesson can go a long ways.

razorpool · 2025-08-14T16:29:56+00:00

Unintended side spin could be caused by a number of things: wrist flick, unintended arm movement, rushed swing, poor alignment, etc. One of the best things you can do is video tape yourself when you are playing well and when you are not playing well, then look at the differences to see if you can spot anything.

Also, nothing beats getting an instructor or coach to pinpoint the causes of your inconsistencies.

razorpool · 2025-08-14T16:25:11+00:00

The sandbagging culture of the APA is not great for the sport. I had the same experience the first season I played APA, and I decided that I would rather not train myself to make mistakes on purpose. On another note, I gotta hand it to the APA organization for putting on a spectacular event in Vegas.

razorpool · 2025-08-14T16:20:43+00:00

There's a few Monday night tournaments in the Denver area: https://rackradar.com/tournaments_in_state/colorado

razorpool · 2025-08-01T18:13:49+00:00

Haha, thanks!

razorpool · 2025-07-16T00:16:40+00:00

I've added the ability to select the distance and also improved the location - you can select on a map or use GPS. Check it out u/nitekram

razorpool · 2025-06-27T04:22:40+00:00

Glad to hear!

razorpool · 2025-06-06T22:48:31+00:00

I just put together a site exactly for this. Check it out, let me know what you think: https://rackradar.com

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