Snooker / Pool tips

[Ricochet J]

I play snooker / UK pool once a week with some friends. I usually start with a few games of snooker and then move to a few games of pool.

I have basic cueball control. I can screwback, top spin, side spin as required for positioning after a shot. However I'm no where near the level required to enter local competitions which is what I would love to do.

I don't have my own cue (old one is broken). I shall be buying a new one next week.

Is it about time I took lessons or are there any decent tutorials I can follow?

Thanks

 

[Ricochet J]

Thank you all for your advice.

 

[Ricochet J]

Just an update really. I bought a machine spliced cue for £75. It's 19 1/4 oz, 10.2mm tip with extension and minibutt. I literally tried hundreds in the shop, and this one felt right.

I've found following through on a shot helps loads. I used to jab a lot. I've practised my snooker far more than my pool and have found my game has improved much more in both sports. I play twice a week now, as opposed to once a week.

My stance is much better and I'm looking right the way down the cue when taking shots, as apposed to just hovering over the cue which has improved my aim so much more!