Here at Golden West we are all about the game. Billiards is more a mind game and after reading this poster it made sense. We thought we’d share, If you’re looking to purchase this poster be sure to get in contact with Caballero.
The Secret To Life is Behind The Cue Ball by Being Caballero.
1. Where you look is where the ball will go.
Never lose focus of your objective. Every action you take should be an action to get you closer; every step should be about moving forward and setting up.
2. Having talent is good, but practice makes you great.
Way too many people think that natural talent will give them an edge in life. They are wrong. It’s practice what will give you an edge. When you practice enough, your actions and your moves become second nature. At that time, you don’t have to think of your shots any more.
3. Never show-off how good you are; till you have to show how good you are.
Never brag about your skill or show how good you really are at something simply for vanity. But when you actually have to put your skills to the test, don’t hold back.
4. Don’t use more power than you can control.
You can tell who’s an inexperience player, as they will try to smash the balls in the hopes that if they miss, another will go down the pocket. Using more force than is needed will usually put you in a worse position than you started.
5. Play to set up, until you can play to win.
Positioning is everything. Don’t play for the shot you have. It’s more important to set up in the right place, making your following shots easier, and your opponent’s shots harder. The best offense is actually a good defense. The easiest way to win is to not let the other guy shoot.
6. Think while standing, not while shooting.
When it’s time to think, think. When it’s time to take action, take action. Hesitation and self-doubt during your actions is the easiest way to fail.
7. When it means everything, play as if it means nothing. Sprezzatura.
Thank you for sharing!
