What are keys to being a consistent pool player?

Question

What are keys to being a consistent pool player?

Answer 1

Minimize the variables.

I think that having a consistent approach to each shot is one of the keys to playing consistently. If you develop a pre shot routine and always try to stay in the same rhythm when you are at the table you have a much greater chance of falling into dead stroke.

Also try to practice in the same way that you play. If you can practice with the same intensity as you have in a game situation, you will find it easier to focus when the time comes. Having said that, there is still nothing that quite duplicates good old competition.

Good luck and have fun.

Answer 2

Practice and Competition...  Practice Compete Practice Compete Practice Compete - Got it?  Oh one more thing,  Practice Compete and repeat!

Answer 3

Making sure the table is level and your cue is straight and well chalked. Other than that you can hit the same shot everytime pretty much.

Answer 4

what ive noticed is that you become consistent when you have the form down. Make sure that your elbow is straight, that you are contacting the ball when your forearm is perpendicular to the ground, that you do not lift your back when you shoot. All of these things will help you become more consistent. Also practice makes perfect.

Answer 5

I'll take it that you mean consistently good because i do know players that are consistent in many other ways , if you know what i mean. Hopefully you have access to a table where you can play and practice at least an average of an hour or two everyday. Work on the things that you have trouble with and keep working on them until you become consistent on them. Always try to play and practice with players of your caliber or better. When doing this try to tap into their minds a little bit about things they are good at. Don't be afraid to ask questions. The only stupid question is the one that doesn't get asked. Anytime that you get ready to play pool clear your mind of any thoughts that may distract you from focusing on your game. If you can focus and concentrate fully on what you are doing at the table it will definitely help you be more consistent.