My son is just about to turn 10 and has a real interest in the game. He also has DCD (in layman's terms, a milder form of dyspraxia) which means he is struggling to stay still on his shots and also causes his tip to move unexpectedly on occasion. We played for a couple of hours today and, despite these obstacles, he is still keen to get better. Does anyone have experience or advice they can pass on?
Thank you.
I will be in England for a few months. I want to have a snooker club nearby. Which City should I go to???
He was on board our cruise ship with his partner. Lovely couple to speak to.
I was thinking of the missed black yesterday and how different the crucible would’ve been. I believe he is the most deserving player of a world title who hasn’t won one.
There's no question that any GOAT debate is only between Ronnie O'Sullivan and Stephen Henry, but putting aside every other thing about the rest of their careers, which was the most impressive way they reached 7 World Championships? Comment why..
I've just joined my local snooker club... About 6 weeks ago. Probably played 10 times so far. What's people's experiences of starting in their 30s and how they've progressed? What give you good bang for your buck in terms of practice drills? What advice would you give to someone starting out?
I honestly feel like the more I practice and concentrate then less the balls go in!
Recently, I started going to the best clubs, by that I mean the best tables. The standard is still dire. My game has taken a hit as I am still adjusting to these tables. The culture is still gross, can't practice solo, most of the times, the clubs are full and it's tough to get good match practice without the pressure of money on the line.
I need a break, I am thinking about visiting Thailand for two weeks to play snooker. What's the best time to visit? I have looked at hiend snooker. Table time starts from 250 baht an hour, which is reasonable. Do they have english speaking coaches there? I'm looking to book a few sessions and practice solo or play frames atleast 4 hrs a day. My budget is 1000 usd. Is it doable?
Hey everyone! I've been playing snooker for about a year and a half, and I'm really passionate about it, so I play almost every day.
The problem I'm facing is that, even though I'm potting balls consistently, I feel like the foundation of my cue delivery isn't as smooth as it should be. It really shows up on long pots, power shots, and deep screw shots—and as every snooker player knows, those are essential.
What I've noticed so far is that my bridge length is shorter than my friends' when I watch them play. Also, my cueing arm isn't perfectly straight—it's tucked slightly to the left (I'm right-handed). Another thing I'm struggling with is whether I should keep my final focus on the cue ball or the object ball before delivering the cue.
Has anyone been through this? Any tips or drills to help develop a smoother, more consistent cue action would be greatly appreciated.
Hi, i am wondering if anyone can help me out here. Been playing the game a long time. About 2 years ago I wanted to actually learn it and try get somewhat ok at it. I started fine, had a handful of lessons from well regarded coaches. I make a 39 about 18 months ago and havent come close to it again since. In practice I feel I can pot any ball on the table but break building is feeling impossible. I struggle to make 20+ in practice or matches. 10 red line up i cant even complete without breaking down. Feeling really disillusioned with the game at the moment. Feel my technique is ok, maybe I rush a little at times I dunno
Hi, I am an average 20-30 break player playing about 5.5 years now, any tips I can do to improve?
Sorry I'm a pool player. The bullet shaped tip in this picture isn't a thing right?
Of course none of us can ever know, tragically, but what do you reckon?
Has anyone had any experience with any of these cues? I’ve only just started playing as I’ve joined a club and my plan is to get a cue that will last me a good 10+ years instead of some garbage off amazon for £30, My budget is around £250 and I want a centre jointed as I walk to the snooker club so easier to carry, cheers guys
Hello all, I'm wondering if anyone has a rough (decade) idea of when this cue was made. I'm assuming it's a Peradon based on the logo, but it's not a variety of their logo I'm familiar with (I suppose it could be a fake).
Watching the record breaking frame between Wu Yize and Mark Allen and I think there should be a rule limiting the frame time to 1 hour long if a stalemate happened. After that time if the players failed to solve the stalemate then the player with the lead is awarded the frame. What do you think about this idea?
https://youtu.be/6GmLWzcA7\_Y&t=2608s
Judd also made one in the seventh frame, but this shitty video doesn't show the final two balls.
STEPHEN HENDRY'S FIRST PROFESSIONAL TOURNAMENT WIN AT 18 EARNED HIM £22,500 , HE GAVE HALF TO HIS MANAGER AND USED THE REST TO BUY A CAR
Date: November 1987 | Norbreck Castle Hotel, Blackpool | 1987 Grand Prix Final
The story of what Stephen Hendry did with his first major professional payday is one of the most endearing in the sport's history and one that captures perfectly the moment a teenage professional realised the career he had chosen was going to pay very differently from anything else he could have done.
When Hendry won the Grand Prix in 1987, he became the youngest player to win a professional snooker tournament. The prize money was £22,500 a sum that would have seemed extraordinary to an 18 year old from a council house in Kirkliston whose family had been through financial difficulty.
He gave half to Ian Doyle, his manager, under the terms of their agreement. With the remainder, he bought himself a car. The youngest professional tournament winner in the sport's history. Eighteen years old. His first serious payday. A car. The career that produced £9 million in prize money began with a car bought from the first £11,000 he ever earned in professional snooker.
Hi guys
First time posting here
So, im in the market for some balls, looking at the aramist tournament champions or the 1g.
I play around 3 times a week currently, trying to improve my game im a fairly average player but seem to be improving.
Played on and off for around 20 years or more.
What would people recommend, im just confusing myself by keep looking
Just a question on going to a snooker event in China. At some point in the future (no huge hurry atm) I'd like to visit China to attend a snooker match amongst other stuff. I'm based in the UK and I was wondering if anyone here in this subreddit in the UK has gone to China for a snooker match? It's something I'd love to do as I've never been to China (or East Asia in general) - obviously with some general sightseeing/exploring involved.
I understand this is a very broad question but I'd just like some general tips/advice for anyone who has been before and would you recommend it?
