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Oct 11, 2004 :: Handle A 9-Ball Rider

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Tournament Preparation

You must be ready to play when the director calls your name. I am going to give you ten steps that will move you closer to the next level. We’ll take one at a time.

Step 1 Visualize the break. See yourself smashing the rack with a strong accurate powerful break. The balls explode.

You can hear the ball that drops in the pocket. You are left with a wide, open table. When you visualize the break, you are building aggressive qualities that will win more games for you.

You cannot win a tournament if you are tentative. A powerful break will get you in the attack mode. Do this many times before a tournament and you will establish the style of play that will help you win.

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