Some people have asked why Efren's Z-Shot isn't on this list. The answer is at the beginning of the video. I have several videos dedicated entirely to Efren in my "Most Famous Pool Shots and Matches of All Time" playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD including "TOP 10 EFREN REYES FAMOUS SHOTS ... And How to Shoot Them:" kzread.info/dash/bejne/iGWX3Lepac6Yhc4.html Efren's Z-shot is also #1 in my "Top 25 BEST POOL SHOTS of All Time" video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6WIpaqfepiqptY.html I also did a recap of the entire match that included Efren's Z-shot in my "GREATEST POOL MATCH of All Time - Reyes vs. Strickland - with the Famous Z-Shot" video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hJyc1M6cktHTiKQ.html I also analyzed Efren's shot in details in my "Was the Z-SHOT Efren’s Best Option?" video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/rKt4uc6pg63Wlbw.html Check them out. *CORRECTIONS* (sorry for my carelessness - I should have found and watched the source match videos for context first): - on shot 5, Corey was playing 1-pocket (not 10-ball), so it was a two-way shot where he was getting the 8 away from his opponent's pocket while also having a chance to pocket the 10. - on shot 10, Shane was playing 10-ball, which is a call-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10 (or leave the 3 bad if he didn't). If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot. *List of Shots with Source Video Links and Time Stamps [mm:ss]:* Intro [0:00] 1. Chris Melling - amazing shot sequence: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qH94maedqrDQcbA.html [0:19] 2. Alain Martel - incredible rail-jump-carom safety escape: kzread.info/dash/bejne/eH2ij7x6YrWbn7Q.html [2:45] 3. Corey Deuel - fancy power draw across the table: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iIp41LyEZrnWpbg.html [4:20] 4. Corey Deuel - jump draw off the end cushion for up-table position: kzread.info/dash/bejne/X2uB15KoXdy6qbQ.html [5:47] 5. Corey Deuel - kick carom off 1 rail for the win: kzread.info/dash/bejne/daJ6yNWjfdHWkbg.html [6:54] 6. Earl Strickland - two-rail kick combo for the win: kzread.info/dash/bejne/l5d9lM-lhNHUhto.html [8:06] 7. Jeffrey DeLuna - full-table-length power draw with side: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lZuFsLGghtKaYbg.html [8:59] 8. Luong Dung - 3-foul-rule jump escape: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fJVt25qFpsKnYdY.html [10:12] 9. Shane VanBoening - two-way shot carom for the Mosconi Cup win: facebook.com/mosconicup/videos/520615962017728/ [11:34] 10. Shane VanBoening - jump two-rail bank combo for the win: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h6OB2tFrZ9LOoJc.html [12:32] BONUS SHOT. Efren Reyes - stop spin-transfer-bank kiss into the side: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c6uo1aOvY9Ozkc4.html [14:16] Wrap Up [15:14] - shot montage [15:57] *Supporting Resources:* - video collections of famous highlight-reel pool shots by Efren and others: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-shots/ - Efren "The GOAT is my hero" Reyes T-shirt and other merchandise: drdavebilliardtshirts.com/product-category/humor/goat-hero/ - Efren "I Got Lucky" Reyes T-shirt and other merchandise: drdavebilliardtshirts.com/product-category/humor/efren-lucky/ - Earl “The Pearl” Strickland merchandise: drdavebilliardtshirts.com/product-category/humor/beautiful-game/ - Coriolis massé shot aiming system: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/masse/aiming/ - Dr. Dave analysis of Corey Deuel’s famous draw shot: kzread.info/dash/bejne/o5adk5igqM2rgpM.html - midpoint parallel-shift kick shot aiming system: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/midpoint/ *Subscribe to Dr. Dave's KZread Channel:* kzread.info

@chili015

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Dr. Dave. Just for some clarity: On Corey's carom shot into the 10 (Shot #5), he was playing 1-pocket, so it was a 2-way shot where he was getting the 8 out of his opponent's pocket and also knew there'd be a chance he'd run into the 10 at the right angle. On Shane's jump-bank 2-rail carom into the 10 (Shot #10), he was playing 10-ball, which is a called-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10 there. Had he made the 3 (and not the 10), it would have been a miscall and his opponent would have then come to the table.

@ericpoolguysimpson2954

3 жыл бұрын

@@chili015 that clears things up with the shot choice. I didnt think of 1 pocket.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for pointing these out. I should have been more careful and tried to find the source videos with full context. I also should have remembered 10-ball rules better.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

FYI, I've added the following CORRECTIONS to the video description and pinned comment: CORRECTIONS (sorry for my carelessness): - on shot 5, Corey was playing 1-pocket (not 10-ball), so it was a two-way shot where he was getting the 8 out of his opponent's pocket while also having a chance to pocket the 10. - on shot 10, Shane was playing 10-ball, which is a call-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10. Had he made the 3, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.

@neuvocastezero1838

3 жыл бұрын

He was playing against Alex Pagulayan, and later in the match Shane called the same shot again. Alex said that if he made it he was going to quit.

Despite your self-deprecating comments, being able to recreate most of those shots is pretty impressive. 👍

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Chefboyardarryl

3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@babushkadave9517

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards 1oo

@discgolfdetails9889

2 жыл бұрын

I did shot number 7 once, the people watching me went nuts because it was so crazy. I didn't run out though. lol

The better you are, the luckier you get ... words of wisdom.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Yep. Top players get "lucky" much more often than us mere mortals.

Watching this reminds me so much of my Dad. He was an above average pool player and he taught me so much. We moved to Arkansas in 1980 and I was hanging out in the local Snooker halls. I loved watching those old men fleece the unsuspecting, self professed hot shots that wondered in from time to time. I wasn't ever any good, but I loved to play.

Having your channel pop up randomly in my recommended channels was a blast down history lane for me. I was a student of yours in 2011 for a freshman engineering course and remember you talking about billiards back then. What a great surprise and thanks for being a part of my education that led me to work in aerospace.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

It's good to hear from you, and I'm glad you seem happy with your education and career choice. Best of luck with thing in the future from Dr. Dave!

@tylerwhitmore2540

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Played with Dr. Dave in the dorms once. We didn't stand a chance!

"The better you are, the luckier you are" Dr. Dave, a quote for the ages my man.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I also like: "Efren GOaT Lucky."

Great video, Dr. Dave! The amount of knowledge, patience and effort you put in your videos is really amazing. 😊

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

On Shane’s 3-10 combination, he called the shot, which you can see in the full video. Otherwise it wouldn’t have been a win in 10-ball.

@nicktrousers

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I think that's what I remember as well

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You are correct. FYI, here are CORRECTIONS I"ve added to the video description and pinned comment: CORRECTIONS (sorry for my carelessness - I should have found the original match videos for full context): - on shot 5, Corey was playing 1-pocket (not 10-ball), so it was a two-way shot where he was getting the 8 out of his opponent's pocket while also having a chance to pocket the 10. - on shot 10, Shane was playing 10-ball, which is a call-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10 (or leave the 3 bad if he didn't). If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.

@neuvocastezero1838

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards lol That's OK, you were too busy trying 40 times to replicate the shot.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@neuvocastezero1838 Good point. :)

@lucas29476

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards There's no pinned comment; you might want to check that. Btw huge fan and love your slow motion and theory videos- been following for years.

On Corey’s shot he is playing one pocket and he hit the ball out of Alex’s pocket knocked it towards his and made the other ball in his. That’s what made it an amazing shot and why he didn’t just pocket the eight

@dustinparis2396

3 жыл бұрын

yes it was 1 pocket

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You are correct. FYI, I have the following in the video description and pinned comment: CORRECTIONS (sorry for my carelessness): - on shot 5, Corey was playing 1-pocket (not 10-ball), so it was a two-way shot where he was getting the 8 out of his opponent's pocket while also having a chance to pocket the 10. - on shot 10, Shane was playing 10-ball, which is a call-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10 (or leave the 3 bad if he didn't). If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.

love your videos.. practical advice. All these shots are really amazing and the number of tries to recreate some just shows how difficult some of the shots are, even more telling as the player is extremely experienced.

Loved this video - loved the way you show just how skilful the players are and how hard it is to recreate

The Chris Melling shots were also in a called shot game which makes it even more amazing.

@chavarifa8559

3 жыл бұрын

In Mexico all games are called shot...

@chavarifa8559

3 жыл бұрын

@@mighty0muffin wtf

I like how you not only showcase the amazing shots but you also try and do them yourself

@DrDaveBilliards

11 ай бұрын

I recommend this to everybody. It is fun, gives you good practice, and gives you even more appreciation for the pros who executed them in stressful match situations.

"With multiple attempts, this shot is easy" haha nice one Dr. Dave. Plus your patience to keep trying those shots is impressive! Great job!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric. I bet you are at the table now trying they also. If so, good luck and have fun!

@ericpoolguysimpson2954

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards i will be attempting some of the power draw shots 🙂

Stuff made here has entered the chat

Beautiful. Muchas Gracias

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it. De nada.

Hey Dr. Dave love the vids. I play league pool despite only being able to use my right arm only.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

There was an amputee in my league many years ago and he was lethal. People felt sorry for him only the first time they played him. Then they feared him.

I could watch these videos all day Dave. Keep up the good work, you are great.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm glad you like my stuff.

As always, great depiction and performance. Thank you Dr. Dave.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and you're welcome. FYI, there is a lot more like this in my "Most Famous Shots of All Time" playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Check them out.

Shane called the ten on that jump three ten. It was a call ball match. Thank you for all the time you put in on these videos!

@bird80

3 жыл бұрын

I was about to say the same thing. I don’t think he could see enough of the three to pocket it. You can hear him call the ten in the video.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You are correct. FYI, I have the following in the video description and pinned comment: CORRECTIONS (sorry for my carelessness - I should have found and watched the source match videos for context first): - on shot 5, Corey was playing 1-pocket (not 10-ball), so it was a two-way shot where he was getting the 8 out of his opponent's pocket while also having a chance to pocket the 10. - on shot 10, Shane was playing 10-ball, which is a call-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10 (or leave the 3 bad if he didn't). If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.

I enjoy the way you instruct, very helpful thank you

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to here it. You're welcome. FYI, I have a lot more where that came from here: kzread.infovideos Enjoy!

Efren's z shot never made me tired watchin over and over again.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. FYI, it is the first of the Top 10 Efren Shots: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iGWX3Lepac6Yhc4.html

How this video only has 9.5k likes?!?! This is underrated AF

@DrDaveBilliards

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! :) Thanks.

Awsome! Thanks Dave!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And you're welcome! I aim to swerve. :)

Dr Dave you are an inspiration to many an i really enjoy watching your videos. Im wish i had a teacher like you to help me improve my game

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and good luck with your game!

Great stuff Dr Dave!!! Thanks for posting this, and the Efren one as well!! Happy Thanksgiving, too!!! Now I gotta go try that Chris Melling 4-rail shot!!!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Have fun. Happy Thanksgiving.

Amazing video. Thank you so much.

@DrDaveBilliards

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and you're welcome. FYI, I have a lot more like this in my "Most Famous Pool Shots and Matches of All Time" playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!

Really excellent content. Love the recreations and explanations on how the shots were executed. Top tier quality!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks! FYI, I have a lot more like this at this playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!

@chucknorris2938

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards awesome, Thankyou 👍

Incredible

“My position play was not great, but I got the job done” lol, yeah. That’s what she said.

It's crazy seeing you recreating the same shots as other youtubers (like rollie williams) and nailing them in far fewer attempts, it just goes to show how far years of knowledge and skill will take you!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

Nice shooting on your part ... irregardless of the multiple attempts. Rock on Dr Dave👍👍👍👍👍👍

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Obviously, some of those were tough.

I'm amazed, not only by your table skills, but also how you cram so much info in a video without exploding my skull! Brilliant teaching skills 👍👍👍 - You're the Feynman of pool 👨‍🎓

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That's got to be one of the most flattering comments I've ever read, especially the Feynman part.

I know almost nothing about pool (or billiards???) but this popped up in my recommended and it’s cool as hell

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it. BTW, "pool" is "pocket billiards" (billiards played on a table with pockets).

Good stuff Dave. Thanks.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. And you're welcome.

Thanks Dr. Dave. Great video as usual.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. I'm glad you liked it. This one was fun to create.

I've only played a little pool in my life, but I don't understand how anyone could be this good!

@TheAvenstar

3 жыл бұрын

...it's the same way someone can be a jamup golfer! Practice, practice, practice.

You always impress me Dr. Dave 🤓👍. Awesome video.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear it. Thanks.

Awesome

Another amazing video from my pool teacher. It requires a lot skill, power and big patience. Enjoy and learn it as always.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you liked it.

Most honest review of this video is quite favorable. Where most would show that those shots were easily to duplicate, you show your failures and noted how many there were; not glossing over the original accomplishments. Second, you explained the physics of each shot to the best of your knowledge and what you believed to original intention was. I really enjoy this form of commentary and it took me back thirty years when I was out of high school and hanging in pool halls thinking I might be pretty good when the truth was, I was pretty good for my small group of friends. I plan on subscribing and watching more of your videos. Thank you!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comments. I’m glad you liked it, and I hope you enjoy my library of videos.

@tommyvanpelt2408

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards I am... my son will enjoy these as well...I see a pool table in our family's future.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@tommyvanpelt2408 A pool table is a great addition to a family!

what a great video! Lương Chí Dũng is appeared at 10:14

Fantastic! Thanks for highlighting these shots and the analysis.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. I’m glad you liked it.

Thanks for this... what Chris Melling did is exceptional. 👍🇳🇿

Awesome video

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. FYI, I have a lot more like it at the following playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!

Another Great Video

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

Good vid

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

Great video!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. FYI, there are many more like it in this playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!

Great shots

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

FYI, I have a lot more in this playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!

Superb video Sir........

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Be sure to check out the other videos in my "Most Famous Pool Shots" series: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!

You and Rollie Williams are definitely in cahoots. Very nice video!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. When this COVID thing is over, I'll try to do another video with Rollie.

Well done Dr dave ! Amazing good shots !

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! They were fun to practice.

Wow incredible video, you are amazing as well, but as great as you are, when you try these shots it really puts into perspective how impressive these in-game shots are

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it. And I agree with how impressive these shots are in match situations (even if some might be a little lucky).

Enjoyed it, thank you.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad. You're welcome.

Aaah so good!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Excited to have found your videos.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad to here it. I have 400+ vids on my Channel already, so you have some catching up to do. :)

I had a feeling you'd feature Alain Martel's shot. I think he applied a bit of left to the cue ball on that shot. Alain is a phenomenal player. I've seen him pull many-a-rabbit out of his hat in local pro tournaments in the 1990's. Salutations, Dr Dave!

Nice video!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

These are great shots and good presentation. Great video

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

4:10 The better you are the luckier you get. What a nice quote :)

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Nice ... and true.

Good job. Thanks.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and you're welcome. I aim to swerve. :) FYI, I have a lot more where this came from in my "Most Famous Shots of All Time" playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Check them out.

@christopherhodson4049

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards This video Originally caught my eye, because I used to shoot in 8-ball Tournaments. Nothing Professionally, but just Locally. It was fun at least. The best I got was 2nd Place BTW.

Great stuff, thanks

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and you’re welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

Awesome 👏🏽 great video 😬

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

Thanks Dr. Dave, and the linking to original source games is great!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. I’d still like to find the original match video for shots 5 and 10. I’ll search for them tomorrow.

@rogerscottcathey

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards : I only found racks 4 and 11 at Cuesports channel: Deuel v Pagulayan match 4 2016 kzread.info/dash/bejne/p46Eu9igqryXg84.html Deuel v Pagulayan match 11 2016 kzread.info/dash/bejne/pXmJz7Nmhsmcg6w.html

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@rogerscottcathey Thank you!

Great video. I've loved that De Luna shot ever since he hit it. But for that shot, the more impressive thing to me is that he seemed to be closer to the rail than you demonstrated. He was jacked up on the rail it looks like, which made the shot and accuracy WAY harder.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I tried to match the ball positions as closely as I could by looking at all views available in the original videos, but you might be right. And I agree ... it is much harder if the CB is closer to the cushion.

Very impressive Dr Dave!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

New subscriber. Thank you for your videos. The machinist in me loves your precision to make everything perfect! I swear all pool players have OCD

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard. If you haven't seen much of my stuff yet, I already have a large library of 430+ videos available for when you are in a binge-watching mood: kzread.infovideos/ Enjoy!

I don't even play pool (other than once in a blue moon) but I thoroughly enjoyed this video, Also appreciate the location of strike on the cue ball that you illustrate in your video. Thank you.

@DrDaveBilliards

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. I’m glad you liked it.

Awesome! The recreations were very useful to grasp the difficulty of making those shots in a tournament. Subbed!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, and welcome to the channel!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

FYI, I already have over 400 videos posted, so you have some "homework" to do. :)

@Yarblocosifilitico

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards you'll have to forgive me if I don't catch up :P but I'll definetely watch some of them and the new uploads

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@Yarblocosifilitico You are forgiven. I was mostly kidding, but sometimes I find it odd that people sometimes only want to watch "new" videos and not all the great content that is already available.

@Yarblocosifilitico

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards yeah there's something about this anxious modern times that makes old videos feel irrelevant. Rationally I know otherwise, but irrationally I still prefer new content.

Watching this was really satisfying but this video gave me vibes of watching those old science videos tht u watched when u were in school 😂

Awesome video, I grew up watching these epic highlights. What kind of jump cue are you using here Dr. Dave?

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

The original Predator Air.

@TheBilliardCorner

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards OG using an OG jump cue. Thanks Dr. Dave.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBilliardCorner I am so used to it, nothing newer feels better to me.

That Chris Melling run is seriously stupid amazing... not just one in a row but several..

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I put it at #1 for good reason.

Niceeee video

@DrDaveBilliards

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

TRUE TALENT!!

@DrDaveBilliards

Жыл бұрын

AGREED!

Wish I could manage the shots you have replicated! Well done!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Some of easier than you might think, with practice.

@robertjohnston8398

2 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards farmequment

@DrDaveBilliards

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertjohnston8398 ???

It's crazy that pros do these shots in a match on the first attempt. Very nice compilation I enjoyed the video a lot. :D

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I'm glad you liked it.

Dr. Dave, my name is Curtis Petit III and I enjoy watching your videos. I find them very helpful for my pool game. I noticed on this video that had some very impressive shots. There's a shot that you didn't mention, and I think was a great draw shot. The match between Earl Strickland and Shane van Boening where Earl hit that draw shot into the side pocket.

@DrDaveBilliards

2 жыл бұрын

If you can find it, please post a link. Thanks.

Very nice dr dave I like it

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm glad.

Great video. Reminds me of when we had a snooker table. When i was 16 i was going to the pool hall. Those holes on the cheap tables looked like 5 gallon biluckets lol. When i went to college i was shooting at 2 pool halls on every tourney. Met a man who wouldn't bet a dime. Said he used to play professionally. I ask a few times he never told me his name. I won 3 and lost 7 against him.He was impressive

@DrDaveBilliards

8 ай бұрын

Thanks. I thought you were going to tell us the guy in your story was somebody famous.

@kevenbeene4585

8 ай бұрын

@DrDaveBilliards idk if he was or wasn't. I never watched tv when i was a kid up till 25. After i got married, we moved to the country, and i never watched until my 22 back surgeries .I have met Roy Jones Jr , Robert DuVall , Efren Reyes , The Opossum George Jones ,Loretta Lynn, and Conway Twitty

@DrDaveBilliards

8 ай бұрын

@@kevenbeene4585 Cool (except for the "22 back surgeries" part).

@kevenbeene4585

8 ай бұрын

@DrDaveBilliards yeah those sucked. It's my own fault, but ssdi doesn't pay well, and this chair is completely sux lol

Albin O from the world Cup of pool 2019 vs Greece. Amazing shot!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. That shot is featured (shot 5) in my "More MOST FAMOUS POOL SHOTS of All Time … And How to Shoot Them" video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hW2ZsdSxp86deJc.html Check it out.

Question, I’m kinda new to pool I mean I play using bar que’s, what would be a good 2 piece stick to use? I’m getting a table so really want my own stick

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

See: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue/selecting/

I love watching smart pool, as a refresher from snooker. Snooker is a different animal.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Snooker is different, but many of the basic pool principles still apply.

I'm glad you said the Alain Martel shot was "lucky." NOBODY can just walk up and make such a shot. I agree that he just wanted to hit the 2 -- the rest was a lucky fluke. Same with the SVB 3-10 combo. Great job on demonstrating these!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. With SVB's shot, he called the 10, but it was a two-way shot, where he hoped to create distance and maybe hide the 3 from the CB.

This is an amazing channel fr yo

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! If you haven't seen much of my stuff yet, I have 430+ videos in my library here: kzread.infovideos When you're in a binge-watching mood, check them out. :)

I've only been playing pool for like 2 months and these shots look crazy to me lol props to you for making all these shots man

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Have fun with this great game.

@bubsterjohnson7438

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards I will man hopefully your videos help me get better so I'm not losing all my money against my friends lol

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@bubsterjohnson7438 If you want some help, this is a good place to start: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/ ... but don't tell your friends. Surprise them with improved play instead. ;)

Awesome explanations. New subscriber

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you liked it. Be sure to check out some of my past 400+ videos.

Oh My Ginger God Just came from Ronnie O'Sullivan snooker videos thinking he is a cue god....then I come to these video's!! I love playing, but I'm am absolutely dog s**t at both (snooker/pool) However, I know skill when I see it and The amount of skill needed to even play this game, let alone do these shots is amazing. Thank you for breaking these videos down much love, even from an absolute novice

@DrDaveBilliards

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for the comment, and good luck with your game!

Great recreation

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. If you want to see more, check out my "Most Famous Shots" series at this playlist: kzread.info/head/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD

@ogeenext

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards just subscribed to your channel . Will check it out in due course

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@ogeenext Enjoy!

Awesome! I'm a scratch pool player. 🎱

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Haha. :)

That match that Chris Melling played is dubbed the greatest 8 ball run out ever just because of those 3 amazing difficult shots he made

@DrDaveBilliards

11 ай бұрын

I wouldn't call it the greatest 8-ball match ever, but it was certainly the best shot sequence ever. See my "TOP 10 BEST Pro Pool SHOT SEQUENCES of All Time" video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGdlrM6sdNy5eJM.html

well, I learn sth good😎👍👍

My favorite difficult pool shot I've ever seen in person was watching a couple of guys I didn't know discuss a certain shot where the cue ball and the object ball were on the spots and a ball was blocking the cue ball...actually right in front of the cue ball. They talked about it for a bit; I couldn't hear what they were saying. So one of the guys steps up and hit a jump shot over the blocking ball and cut the object ball into the left corner pocket (regulation size table with regulation pockets.) Now this wasn't during a game so there was no pressure, but to see someone make that particular shot on attempt number one was quite impressive. I walked over to the guy who made the shot and told him I was glad I had a chance to see that shot. He looked at me with kind of a blank expression and said, "I wish you hadn't."

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

That's cute.

On shot 10 SVB called the 10 ball in the corner pocket before the jump

@RyanShea

3 жыл бұрын

yeah, I was wondering about that - he'd have to call it of course.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

You are correct. FYI, I have the following in the video description and pinned comment: CORRECTIONS (sorry for my carelessness - I should have found and watched the source match videos for context first): - on shot 5, Corey was playing 1-pocket (not 10-ball), so it was a two-way shot where he was getting the 8 out of his opponent's pocket while also having a chance to pocket the 10. - on shot 10, Shane was playing 10-ball, which is a call-pocket game, so he intentionally tried to make the 10 (or leave the 3 bad if he didn't). If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.

Well Dr Dave, look at it this way, at least there's a lot of people out there that appreciate the game enough to know when there are mistakes! I'm also sure they hold you in high esteem for the work you do with this channel etc (I know I do) and after all, it only makes those videos you picked out even MORE impressive!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that; although, I should have been a little more careful in trying to find the original match videos for shots 5 and 10 so I could have had full context. Thanks again.

@JH-ji6cj

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards all good. Totally see why you'd say that and can understand if it feels kinda bad getting what seems like negative feedback. Just keep in mind how happy most commenters feel thinking they knew something the great Dr Dave didn't/missed. I'm sure it makes their day (but only due to how much you're respected)!

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@JH-ji6cj Thanks again. You are right. I should be flattered by how many people want to correct me.

Shot 2...my favorite! I think he planned it, with the intention of making it!

@DrDaveBilliards

11 ай бұрын

He definitely planned to get the hit, but it is very unlikely he expected to make that combo.

Look up on KZread this Description... "Corey Deuel's Crazy Jump Shot." It was an insane shot made during the 2015 Mosconi Cup... It was a Nine Ball Match... This is by far an Iconic moment by this Crazy Talented Pool Player....

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

That is a good one. Thanks. FYI, I have this plus many other great shots from Corey and others, linked here: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-shots/ Enjoy!

Hi Dr. Dave... small nitpick on the Deuel shot @ 6:55. You mention that he was "showing off," and that he had better options. But the on-screen graphic seems to show that he was playing one pocket (so he couldn't pocket the 8 and come back down for shape). He literally had to knock out the opponent's ball or it would have been an easy pot for his opponent. I think that was what he intended. Deuel was trying to knock away the 8 from the pocket it was closest to, to leave his opponent "safe" and he happened to knock the 10 in as a sort of bonus.

@DrDaveBilliards

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. See the "CORRECTIONS" in the video description.

Nice video. Very informative.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I’m glad you liked it.

@melchristopherrioveros4831

3 жыл бұрын

@@DrDaveBilliards not just me more of us billiard fans likes ur tutorials. Specially efren videos. Thank you for adding on billiard community

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

@@melchristopherrioveros4831 Thanks again ... and you're welcome. I aim to swerve. :)

Nice vid. Is the table a 10 footer?

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Nope ... standard 9' regulation-size table.

The biggest reason why that 2-5-3 combo worked was the way the cue landed on the 2, absolutely amazing shot.

@DrDaveBilliards

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. The CB needed to land perfectly on the 2, which was extremely lucky and low percentage. Even if Alain Martel were to attempt to recreate the shot, it might take him over a hundred tries to get it to work like that again.