Archive for October, 2007
Special Bridges
Frequently, we are forced to use a different bridge than our usual open or closed bridge that we may be comfortable with. In special situations such as bridging against or near the rail, jacked up over balls, or have a tight space to lay our bridge down, it’s very important that we give these instances [...]
The Infamous “Cool Down” Stroke
I’ve recently noticed a strange phenomenon that I like to refer to as the “cool down” stroke.
It is exactly as it sounds - the opposite of a warm up stroke. A cool down stroke is when a player’s cue is still stroking after they’ve already struck the ball and the shot is complete. In my [...]
Home from the US Open (…and more!)
This is the third time in 2007 alone now that I’m wrapped up on the couch with a sore throat. Traveling a lot subjects you to all kinds of creepy germs I don’t even want to think about. That, plus something about spending hours upon hours in a dark pool room with very little sun [...]
Updates from the U.S. Open
Okay. Okay. So, you can find your tournament scores and updates online. I’m here to share my personal experience so far at the tournament.
It’s Day 5 and I’m having an AMAZING time! I’ve never seen anything quite like this tournament and I’m fortunate enough to be at the Inside Pool booth with the best seat [...]
