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: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD including "TOP 10 EFREN REYES FAMOUS SHOTS ... And How to Shoot Them:" kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jJeTrbihntGWhZ8.html Efren's Z-shot is also #1 in my "Top 25 BEST POOL SHOTS of All Time" video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n9eEdquXr5uopqc.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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iM6Ypc-Ux9TRiHU.html I also analyzed Efren's shot in details in my "Was the Z-SHOT Efren’s Best Option?" video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sN10is-huLDUlY0.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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLF0aqiV37POcYE.html [0:19] 2. Alain Martel - incredible rail-jump-carom safety escape: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fK-eYL1yl7iZn4U.html [2:45] 3. Corey Deuel - fancy power draw across the table: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jLx0pb18m7zUpYk.html [4:20] 4. Corey Deuel - jump draw off the end cushion for up-table position: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y519qJOgkt-4qYU.html [5:47] 5. Corey Deuel - kick carom off 1 rail for the win: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/edR2mdabstTUkYk.html [6:54] 6. Earl Strickland - two-rail kick combo for the win: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m8l5ZdCdudTShqs.html [8:06] 7. Jeffrey DeLuna - full-table-length power draw with side: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mc2BgbKYu9WYYYk.html [8:59] 8. Luong Dung - 3-foul-rule jump escape: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gMdprJt928WlYac.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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i9V9q9JjnNXMoGg.html [12:32] BONUS SHOT. Efren Reyes - stop spin-transfer-bank kiss into the side: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d92kpqSnmNaxkZ8.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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p8iZZJmY3dCpgmQ.html - midpoint parallel-shift kick shot aiming system: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/bank-kick/midpoint/ *Subscribe to Dr. Dave's KZfaq Channel:* kzfaq.info
@chili0153 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.
@ericpoolguysimpson29543 жыл бұрын
@@chili015 that clears things up with the shot choice. I didnt think of 1 pocket.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@neuvocastezero18383 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.
@kurtkensson20593 жыл бұрын
Despite your self-deprecating comments, being able to recreate most of those shots is pretty impressive. 👍
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@Chefboyardarryl3 жыл бұрын
I agree
@babushkadave95173 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards 1oo
@discgolfdetails98893 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
@jaberwoky_3 жыл бұрын
The better you are, the luckier you get ... words of wisdom.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Yep. Top players get "lucky" much more often than us mere mortals.
@BigMan7983 жыл бұрын
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.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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!
@tylerwhitmore25403 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing. Played with Dr. Dave in the dorms once. We didn't stand a chance!
@jazvillones75763 жыл бұрын
Great video, Dr. Dave! The amount of knowledge, patience and effort you put in your videos is really amazing. 😊
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.
@cuddzilla3 жыл бұрын
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.
@larryboles6293 жыл бұрын
"The better you are, the luckier you are" Dr. Dave, a quote for the ages my man.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I also like: "Efren GOaT Lucky."
@TheAlfsterino3 жыл бұрын
The Chris Melling shots were also in a called shot game which makes it even more amazing.
@chavarifa85593 жыл бұрын
In Mexico all games are called shot...
@chavarifa85593 жыл бұрын
@@mighty0muffin wtf
@mattmcmullen82443 жыл бұрын
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.
@nicktrousers3 жыл бұрын
Yes I think that's what I remember as well
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@neuvocastezero18383 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards lol That's OK, you were too busy trying 40 times to replicate the shot.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@neuvocastezero1838 Good point. :)
@lucas294763 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.
@ianthomas77033 жыл бұрын
Loved this video - loved the way you show just how skilful the players are and how hard it is to recreate
@ares77413 жыл бұрын
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
@dustinparis23963 жыл бұрын
yes it was 1 pocket
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@andymcneil76603 жыл бұрын
Hey Dr. Dave love the vids. I play league pool despite only being able to use my right arm only.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@bennylloyd-willner96673 жыл бұрын
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 👨🎓
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That's got to be one of the most flattering comments I've ever read, especially the Feynman part.
@1shotatatime3 жыл бұрын
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!
@bird803 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.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@ericpoolguysimpson29543 жыл бұрын
"With multiple attempts, this shot is easy" haha nice one Dr. Dave. Plus your patience to keep trying those shots is impressive! Great job!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric. I bet you are at the table now trying they also. If so, good luck and have fun!
@ericpoolguysimpson29543 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards i will be attempting some of the power draw shots 🙂
@israelembayarte373 жыл бұрын
Efren's z shot never made me tired watchin over and over again.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. FYI, it is the first of the Top 10 Efren Shots: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jJeTrbihntGWhZ8.html
@taymorrison3 жыл бұрын
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!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@monkeseeaction219873 жыл бұрын
Stuff made here has entered the chat
@tastydiabetics8673 жыл бұрын
I know almost nothing about pool (or billiards???) but this popped up in my recommended and it’s cool as hell
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. BTW, "pool" is "pocket billiards" (billiards played on a table with pockets).
@zanethind Жыл бұрын
I like how you not only showcase the amazing shots but you also try and do them yourself
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл 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.
@Wowreally423 жыл бұрын
I've only played a little pool in my life, but I don't understand how anyone could be this good!
@TheAvenstar3 жыл бұрын
...it's the same way someone can be a jamup golfer! Practice, practice, practice.
@wesleylagomarsino71293 жыл бұрын
As always, great depiction and performance. Thank you Dr. Dave.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Check them out.
@alessandropizzocaro75063 жыл бұрын
I could watch these videos all day Dave. Keep up the good work, you are great.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm glad you like my stuff.
@RajeshJustaguy3 жыл бұрын
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.
@BakcPakcZo3 жыл бұрын
“My position play was not great, but I got the job done” lol, yeah. That’s what she said.
@diego74252 жыл бұрын
How this video only has 9.5k likes?!?! This is underrated AF
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I agree! :) Thanks.
@Moosebutt993 жыл бұрын
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!!!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! Have fun. Happy Thanksgiving.
@GearheadDaily3 жыл бұрын
That Chris Melling run is seriously stupid amazing... not just one in a row but several..
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I put it at #1 for good reason.
@peteryang87753 жыл бұрын
Another amazing video from my pool teacher. It requires a lot skill, power and big patience. Enjoy and learn it as always.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you liked it.
@kellyplumb35613 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the way you instruct, very helpful thank you
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to here it. You're welcome. FYI, I have a lot more where that came from here: kzfaq.infovideos Enjoy!
@curtispetit9863 жыл бұрын
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.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
If you can find it, please post a link. Thanks.
@diathekedriven3 жыл бұрын
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.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@tommyvanpelt24083 жыл бұрын
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!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comments. I’m glad you liked it, and I hope you enjoy my library of videos.
@tommyvanpelt24083 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards I am... my son will enjoy these as well...I see a pool table in our family's future.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@tommyvanpelt2408 A pool table is a great addition to a family!
@dustintrujillo66563 жыл бұрын
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
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and good luck with your game!
@Frogbillards3 жыл бұрын
Nice shooting on your part ... irregardless of the multiple attempts. Rock on Dr Dave👍👍👍👍👍👍
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Obviously, some of those were tough.
@ultimatelv27 Жыл бұрын
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.
@chucknorris29383 жыл бұрын
Really excellent content. Love the recreations and explanations on how the shots were executed. Top tier quality!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. Thanks! FYI, I have a lot more like this at this playlist: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!
@chucknorris29383 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards awesome, Thankyou 👍
@isoEH3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! Thanks for highlighting these shots and the analysis.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome. I’m glad you liked it.
@BLAZENYCBLACKOPS3 жыл бұрын
The biggest reason why that 2-5-3 combo worked was the way the cue landed on the 2, absolutely amazing shot.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@Rubster7603 жыл бұрын
You always impress me Dr. Dave 🤓👍. Awesome video.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to hear it. Thanks.
@GetMeThere13 жыл бұрын
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!
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@golplex68283 жыл бұрын
4:10 The better you are the luckier you get. What a nice quote :)
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Nice ... and true.
@mdu21123 жыл бұрын
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!
@andraskoleszar97593 жыл бұрын
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
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. I'm glad you liked it.
@uzeustosun3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. Muchas Gracias
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. De nada.
@gregoryperez81143 жыл бұрын
On shot 10 SVB called the 10 ball in the corner pocket before the jump
@RyanShea3 жыл бұрын
yeah, I was wondering about that - he'd have to call it of course.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@m1ndst0rm3d93 жыл бұрын
Look up on KZfaq 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....
@DrDaveBilliards3 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!
@TheAvenstar3 жыл бұрын
On shot #7 a MUCH less risky AND EASIER solution to the "out" would have been just a little draw on the one ball leaving an easy cross side bank on the three ball with completely natural position occurring for the four ball and an easy out from there. What he did, while very showy, was completely unnecessary and could have easily cost him game and match had he missed the one ball and/or kissed another ball enroute to attempted pose on the three ball. By the way, you're a heckuva player to be able to reproduce these!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I wish I would have thought to show that option in the video. Thank you.
@TehranScapeOSRS3 жыл бұрын
My all time favourite shots are draw shots because for me personally it's so satisfying to see how far one can bring the cue back down the table
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Showy draw shots are tough to beat in terms of visual satisfaction.
@Yarblocosifilitico3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! The recreations were very useful to grasp the difficulty of making those shots in a tournament. Subbed!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, and welcome to the channel!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
FYI, I already have over 400 videos posted, so you have some "homework" to do. :)
@Yarblocosifilitico3 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
@DrDaveBilliards3 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.
@Yarblocosifilitico3 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.
@TheBilliardCorner3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, I grew up watching these epic highlights. What kind of jump cue are you using here Dr. Dave?
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
The original Predator Air.
@TheBilliardCorner3 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards OG using an OG jump cue. Thanks Dr. Dave.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@TheBilliardCorner I am so used to it, nothing newer feels better to me.
@marekdominikowski59083 жыл бұрын
Good stuff Dave. Thanks.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. And you're welcome.
@allgood67602 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this... what Chris Melling did is exceptional. 👍🇳🇿
@WardHails Жыл бұрын
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.
@carlospantoja42533 жыл бұрын
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 😂
@slerk93 жыл бұрын
You and Rollie Williams are definitely in cahoots. Very nice video!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. When this COVID thing is over, I'll try to do another video with Rollie.
@tristanplays73773 жыл бұрын
Good vid
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@brianbell30283 жыл бұрын
8:00 For the #5 shot, it was one pocket, not 10 ball. He couldn't just pocket the 8 in the right corner pocket for the win. Edit: As always, great video!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You are correct, and thank you. 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. If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.
@DoorDaddyGambles3 жыл бұрын
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
@DrDaveBilliards3 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).
@destinylags68633 жыл бұрын
Dave great video! But I think Corey deuel shot where he froze on the rail and shoots a full table draw shot should definitely be here!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I agree. Do you have an active video link for this shot? The link I had no longer worked.
@destinylags68633 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards not just that one shot, but the link I go to watch it is on KZfaq under his best shot reel
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@turboyoshi Thanks. I had found it also and added it, along with many others, here: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-shots/
@lyokas49152 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Thank you so much.
@DrDaveBilliards2 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: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!
@martinlancaster62823 жыл бұрын
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
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for the comment, and good luck with your game!
@cmomofilm3 жыл бұрын
I love watching smart pool, as a refresher from snooker. Snooker is a different animal.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Snooker is different, but many of the basic pool principles still apply.
@charlestidd7793 жыл бұрын
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."
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
That's cute.
@kevenbeene458511 ай бұрын
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
@DrDaveBilliards11 ай бұрын
Thanks. I thought you were going to tell us the guy in your story was somebody famous.
@kevenbeene458511 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
@DrDaveBilliards11 ай бұрын
@@kevenbeene4585 Cool (except for the "22 back surgeries" part).
@kevenbeene458511 ай бұрын
@DrDaveBilliards yeah those sucked. It's my own fault, but ssdi doesn't pay well, and this chair is completely sux lol
@bubsterjohnson74383 жыл бұрын
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
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Have fun with this great game.
@bubsterjohnson74383 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
@DrDaveBilliards3 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. ;)
@jamescampbell95873 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dr. Dave. Great video as usual.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. I'm glad you liked it. This one was fun to create.
@dangbabby10923 жыл бұрын
Excited to have found your videos.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad to here it. I have 400+ vids on my Channel already, so you have some catching up to do. :)
@japeking13 жыл бұрын
Wow... I used to play a lot of pool 50 years ago.... I had no ideawhat real players are capable off. Very pleased to be shown that I shouldn't try taking it up again. ( Instead I might try walking round the block.... might not be so humiliating ;-))
@BernnyLagunzad3 жыл бұрын
Efren's side pocket kick is still the best/daring/under pressure yet best shot i ever watched...
@jamest35523 жыл бұрын
I believe that he was messing around in a pick up game, because he could have gone to the corner. He has several of those where he pulls off impressive banks or kicks.
@jakestrom83953 жыл бұрын
Chris Melling said that first shot wasn’t intended to go it, but he was taught to always call a pocket just in case. It was intended to simply be a safety.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
He is an honest man. He could have said nothing because it sure looked like that's what he was trying to do.
@David-ej1ps3 жыл бұрын
Another Great Video
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@reddemunn3 жыл бұрын
These are great shots and good presentation. Great video
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.
@zanethind Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл 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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rJlhfc-kqd-3eGQ.html
@MStoica2 жыл бұрын
Wow... I'm curious how often do you have to change your cloth 😁 Very nice re-creations of the shots. P. S. I tried the Predator Arcadia Reserve cloth. I'm a rookie player, but I have to say: I loooove how the cueball dances on that. Not sure if it's comparable to the 760 (I only had 860hr before trying the Arcadia).
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I change my cloth every 3-4 years.
@joebull1123 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this. Well done... I would think that some of the shots setting it up 20 or more times would become fatiguing and hard to keep focus on what you are trying to recreate. Kudos!!!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. You are right ... it isn't easy missing the same shot over and over again. FYI, I have a lot more videos in this series in this playlist: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!
@ronnyjakobsen77753 жыл бұрын
Albin O from the world Cup of pool 2019 vs Greece. Amazing shot!
@DrDaveBilliards3 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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iZ-VgtWp3NGbeGg.html Check it out.
@thelittlesignpost3 жыл бұрын
Wish I could manage the shots you have replicated! Well done!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Some of easier than you might think, with practice.
@robertjohnston83983 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards farmequment
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@robertjohnston8398 ???
@bigguyjun3 жыл бұрын
Just a thought: I remember that in Byrne's training video, he mentioned that the spin on cue ball won't have effect on the object ball, but on the path bouncing from the cushion. However, in your last example with Efren's shot, it does have effect on the object ball. Just a little confused.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
The main purpose for sidespin is to change the rebound angle off cushions, but it does have other uses, all of which are covered in the video and other resources here: billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/sidespin/ Enjoy!
@chutieudaduyen14053 жыл бұрын
what a great video! Lương Chí Dũng is appeared at 10:14
@zacharysherry29103 ай бұрын
Incredible
@Twobarpsi Жыл бұрын
Shot 2...my favorite! I think he planned it, with the intention of making it!
@DrDaveBilliards Жыл бұрын
He definitely planned to get the hit, but it is very unlikely he expected to make that combo.
@GotoyourhomeBall2 жыл бұрын
Number2: Alain jumped it with top spin on the cue. Looked like you were hitting it different. Either way nice vid ty.
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
I think I hit it very similar to how he hit it, but it can be tough to tell from the camera angles. Regardless, that shot is very low percentage. I’m glad you liked the video.
@waynet83273 жыл бұрын
We all know that their inspiration to playing like that is from the magician Efren Reyes.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Check out the Top 10 video dedicated to Efren: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jJeTrbihntGWhZ8.html
@JH-ji6cj3 жыл бұрын
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!
@DrDaveBilliards3 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-ji6cj3 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)!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@JH-ji6cj Thanks again. You are right. I should be flattered by how many people want to correct me.
@Paulzm12 жыл бұрын
TRUE TALENT!!
@DrDaveBilliards2 жыл бұрын
AGREED!
@eyoggtv91573 жыл бұрын
I'm still fangirling over Efren. Idk why
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
... because he is the GOAT!
@wolfgangank88513 жыл бұрын
Great shots
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
FYI, I have a lot more in this playlist: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!
@lindsaytang10173 жыл бұрын
8:55 "Wolrd"
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Good catch! I'm impressed.
@spike70383 жыл бұрын
Superb video Sir........
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Be sure to check out the other videos in my "Most Famous Pool Shots" series: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!
@JP-GR3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. FYI, there are many more like it in this playlist: kzfaq.info/sun/PLH9d4KFY28XscHllvlP_rVC1jQjDXZmYD Enjoy!
@francoisd79513 жыл бұрын
Well done Dr dave ! Amazing good shots !
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! They were fun to practice.
@whitelfner45823 жыл бұрын
I think there are a lot of 3D shots that come up in games that people including commentators don't see... Efren often does 'mini jumps' into rails to create angles. He did this more earlier than today. Also top players will pocket simple shots and jump the ball into the object ball to allow the cue to jump over other balls. It would be nice to see some of the incredible snooker shots that players pull off. Might watch some of the 2018(?) Mark Williams World Snooker Championship shots... Considering the 12' table his 'no look' kick hit first try, a 16' shot to hit the ball is pretty amazing, the fact that the ball goes in is a 'pool gods' interaction. I'll give you 100 tries!
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
FYI, there are several good examples of ball hoping off balls and cushions here: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/pool-shots/ and some cool snooker shots can be found here: billiards.colostate.edu/videos/snooker/ Enjoy!
@luxuryviplifestyle94943 жыл бұрын
OMG, Trillions like and best comment for you because you are best on Earth and follower respect you, we need videos in Real 120fps or 240fps 8K resolution clarity quality and Sound in FullHD Surrounded 3D
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I do need to upgrade my camera (and computer and software) some day.
@driesdebackere52333 жыл бұрын
The shot of Shane on the 10ball was not a fluke. He used his jump cue to nominate the pocket. And it was 10ball so otherwise he would not win the rack if not called. You can see it in a longer video I saw it years ago.
@DrDaveBilliards3 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. If he had called the 3 instead, the 10 would spot and his opponent would shoot.
@driesdebackere52333 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards great 😊. It was just for people that would not know it... stopped playing some years ago with eye problems. But sometimes you make me want to restart 😀. Congrats with all the video’s and the great work you put in. Greets from Belgium
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
@@driesdebackere5233 Thanks again. I'm glad you liked it. And I hope you can start playing again.
@dancarpentieri77623 жыл бұрын
Any advice for a natural righty but my dominant eye is my left? It makes it impossible to evenly line up shots in pool and in darts. I've learned to adjust over the years, but there's much guess work involved. I've always been looking for a solid way to overcome this... I even tried playing left handed and keeping one eye closed.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
First, regardless of eye dominance, first carefully find your personal "vision center:" billiards.colostate.edu/faq/eyes/vision-center/ Then find you personal best stance to achieve vision center placement: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/stance/advice/ Good luck!
@BlackDynamite9013 жыл бұрын
Only ten? Before the video loaded I immediately thought " That shot by Melling better be in this" 😅 Was shocked to see it first. Insane shot.
@JH-ji6cj3 жыл бұрын
*shot(S). 😳
@Gotwired3 жыл бұрын
Shane actually called that jump double bank combo 10 ball, but it was mostly a safety. Later in the match, he called a similar shot, and Alex said "if you make this, I quit" (paraphrase).
@mr.lootybutthole3 жыл бұрын
You got it! That's exactly what i was thinking.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I wonder why he didn’t go for the 3. The attempted two-way safe seems tougher than the shot. But he made the 10, so I guess he made the right choice.
@mr.lootybutthole3 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards it might be it did barely not pass, hard to see from the camera angle
@Gotwired3 жыл бұрын
@@DrDaveBilliards It either didn't go or it was so close that if he did go for it, he would risk a foul which would be a disaster. The camera angle is a bit distorted, so it is difficult to tell exactly what he had.
@DaneliusUK3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed it, thank you.
@DrDaveBilliards3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad. You're welcome.
@1Andypro3 жыл бұрын
Great shots, Dave. I'll forgive you for not including Pagulayan's 9-ball break where he made 6 balls. :-)