Top 10 PATTERN PLAY Principles and Techniques

Dr. Dave demonstrates the top 10 most important pattern-play principles that deal with strategy for choosing ball run-out order and position-play options. Topics covered include: - Intro [0:00] 1. Keep It Simple [0:35] 2. Leave Correct Angles [3:21] 3. Plan Three Balls Ahead [5:29] 4. Come into the Line [6:53] ---- 4a. end-game patterns [9:11] 5. Use Cushions as Brakes [10:22] 6. Pocket Balls in Groups [11:30] 7. Solve Problems Early [12:22] 8. Master the Table Center [13:13] ---- 8a. 45˚ rule [13:24] 9. Play Smart Shape [14:59] ---- 9a. play for corners instead of sides [15:08] ---- 9b. play for long-side shape [16:03] ---- 9c. bring the CB back along the line [16:52] ---- 9d. stay off the cushions [17:22] ---- 9e. keep the CB reachable [17:50] 10. Master Position Off Hangers [18:15] - Wrap-Up [19:17] CORRECTION: At 8m50s, the spin diagram should show top-right spin (not top-left). Sorry. Supporting Resources: - position control and pattern play resource page: https://billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-ball-control/ - 30˚ rule peace sign for visualizing the natural angle: https://billiards.colostate.edu/faq/30-90-rules/peace-sign/ - 45˚ rule resource page: https://billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-ball-control/45-degree-rule/ - online pool tutorial: https://billiards.colostate.edu/tutorial/ - hangers resource page: https://billiards.colostate.edu/faq/hanger/ - Top 10 Pool Shots Amateurs Play Wrong … and How to Play Them Right: https://youtu.be/B9Aaspp7sy8 - Top 10 Pool Strategy Errors Amateurs Make … and How to Prevent Them: https://youtu.be/92Mx7jmef6I - Video Encyclopedia of Pool Shots (VEPS): https://drdavebilliards.com/videos/veps/ - Video Encyclopedia of Nine-ball and Ten-ball (VENT): https://drdavebilliards.com/videos/vent/ - Video Encyclopedia of Eight Ball (VEEB): https://drdavebilliards.com/videos/8-ball/ Subscribe to Dr. Dave's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/DrDaveBilliards?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Dr. Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveBilliards Show your Support (click on the donation button at the bottom of this page): https://billiards.colostate.edu/ Purchase Dr. Dave's Instructional Videos and Merchandise: https://DrDaveBilliards.com/stream/ (stream or download) https://DrDaveBilliards.com/ (physical DVDs) https://DrDaveBilliards.com/products/info-advice/ (product info and purchasing advice) https://drdavebilliardtshirts.com/ (T-shirts, polos, mugs, posters) Find Answers to Any Pool Questions: https://billiards.colostate.edu/faq/ Look Up Definitions for Pool Terms and Phrases: https://billiards.colostate.edu/glossary/ Get Your Pool Diploma: https://billiarduniversity.org/ Attend a 3-Day Pool Boot Camp or Take a Private Lesson: https://billiarduniversity.org/instruction/school/ https://drdavebilliards.com/instruction/pool-school/ Learn More About Dr. Dave: https://billiards.colostate.edu/dr-dave Good Luck With Your Game!!!