CHECK THE RACK“…if you’re playing a serious game, it’s the right thing to do.”-Ewa LauranceThe break is often called the most important shot in pool. It sets the tone for the entire game. A weak break creates a congested table and future problems even if you do make a ball. A strong break leads to m …

PROBLEM SOLVING“You don’t drown by falling in the water. You drown by staying there.” -Edwin Louis ColeProblems require solutions they rarely go away on their own. The first challenge is to identify them. Make an honest evaluation of your game and single out all of your weaknesses.The second step is …

OPTIMUM INTENSITY“Mentally I try to stay at a medium level, not too high or too low.”-Todd ZeileEvery athlete has a level of intensity where they feel best competing. It’s largely mental, but at the higher levels, adrenaline comes into play. Football players need a high intensity, while pool players …