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AAA LIFE WORKS Arizona
602 575 4030
602 575 4030
1130 E Missouri Avenue
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Mosaic
(602) 864-6030
(602) 864-6030
2226 W. Northern Ave. #C140
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Stonewall Institute
602-535-6468
602-535-6468
2720 E. Thomas Rd.
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Deer Valley Counseling
603-750-8051
603-750-8051
2301 W Dunlap Ave, Suite 206
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Busting Out of a Slump
September 2009 Eventually, you are going to go into a slump. With a game as dependent on mental precision as pool, you will hit a rut. You can, however, prepare yourself for the inevitable rough patch, so your slump will be as short as possible. Here are three tips to get you back to your best: 1. Make a Fundamentals Checklist: I've said it before, but it is so important to have a strong grasp on the fundamentals of the game. By working on the basics of a proper stroke, you are limiting the possibility of incorrectly executing any particular shot. So, if find yourself in a bit of a slump, I suggest creating a fundamentals checklist - staying down on a shot, keeping a firm bridge, always following through, etc. This list will give you a frame of reference, a way to figure out what is amiss with your game. Often times, a player will go into a slump as the result of the slightest tweak. Running down a checklist will help you identify anything that might be throwing your whole game out of whack. Even if you are playing well, this checklist will help you keep yourself in line as a reminder of all the little things it takes to play your best. 2. Keep a Journal: One thing I started when I joined the pro tour in 1996 was that I started keeping a little journal. I would keep notes from one match to the next, jotting down what I did well and where I struggled. When I would look back at my notes, I would discover things I called "little gems." When I reviewed at my notes from particular matches, I reminded myself what needed special attention. This journal gave me a history of my successes and failures, so I knew what was happening with my game over a period of time. 3. Remember Your Goals: Finally, you cannot sabotage yourself. You set yourself up for failure by approaching a shot saying you are going to miss or going into a match thinking you're going to lose. As a mental exercise, I ask myself two questions. First, do I want to win? If the answer is ... |
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Never Overmatched
November 2010 ONE OF pool's most interesting components is the mental game. I've seen so many players who, fundamentally and physically, were ready to take that next step. But they kept getting tangled up with their approach to the game. A common problem among developing players (in this case, those who are in the first stages of playing competitive pool) arises when they face opponents with more skill and more experience. Think about the first time you played somebody who, at least at the time, was clearly better than you. It's only natural to be intimidated or get nervous. But the most important thing to remember is that you cannot change who you are and what you're capable of doing. No matter who you're facing, you should always play your game. Stick with your tempo, regardless if someone says it's too slow or too fast. Stick with the shots you are comfortable with. Stick to what is best for you. No matter what you do, you might lose. That's a fact whenever you compete in any endeavor. But playing stronger players will pay off in the long run. You get a better sense of your strengths and weaknesses - partly because your mistakes are punished so much more by a highly skilled opponent. And learning more about your game will allow you to better understand what it takes for you to be successful. Also remember that it's OK to respect your opponent. But the minute you respect him or her more than you respect yourself as a player, you've already beaten yourself. This doesn't mean that you have to think you're the greatest player in the world, but it does mean that you need to be sure of what you can accomplish. Having your head right will only improve your results. There's an important point that is related to this discussion. I've always warned against "tensing up" when you're faced with an uncomfortable shot. If you hate long draw shots, you might squeeze your grip hand during your stroke. This has to do with confidence. Well, in the larger scheme... |
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