Pool Lesson: More Center To Edge Aiming (CTE): Angles, Pivots, Spins & Sweeps (25K+ Subs Giveaway)

What's going on everybody! Apologies for the long break of publishing videos. Life has been keeping me busy, but I finally found some time to give you a deeper interpretation of the Center To Edge (CTE) Aiming System. This interpretation has some changes from the first interpretation that I posted back in August.

I'd like to thank everyone for all the support that I got for the first interpretation of the CTE aiming system.

I can only hope that I've brought some more value to the system that allows everyone to understand the CTE aiming system better.

Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe!!!

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Timestamps:
00:00 [Intro]
01:21 [Review The Aiming Spots]
02:33 [Tip Offset & Pivots]
04:52 [Difference Between Pivot And Sweep]
08:05 [Cue Ball To Object Ball Alignment]
11:14 [Shot Demonstrations]
23:37 [Outro]

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[Meltdowncc]

Hi Chris - since I have used your first CTE video on my 9 ball match I have made some amazing shots!!! Thanks again and keep those videos coming.

[sofianoviellesantos]

Since I've heard CTE way back 2006 and search You Tube, I never encounter a very SIMPLE yet effective/understandable video like these. Keep up the good work and more power.

[joerasberry]

Why I watch Chris's lessons is that he is strikingly honest His lessons opens my mind to what he demonstrates with simplicity and yet technical enough to tease my curiosity on the subject. This CTE aiming was well thought out and presented in a professional manner. Great job Chris, keep on teaching.

[daviddean]

As a 71 yr old newbie your explanations on how to line up for a shot are enlightening, gives me a new set of eyes. enjoy your tutorials and video's

[byronwhitney]

Your video’s make learning fun and informative. I usually watch your content 1-2 times and then practice within a couple of hours. I’m always delighted when I can repeat what you taught. It’s always very rewarding and encouraging. I’ve played pool casually / recreationally for 40 years. But now I’m retired and want to learn to play better. Your video’s and instruction are helping me to do so. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[arkman]

I like the way you teach! CTE is new to me, but your instructional videos have really made sense to me. Thanks for sharing this information with everyone. It's really appreciated.

[JamesSoriano-pn]

his-You're one of the best instructors on the game of pocket billiards I've come across-You explain EVERYTHING perfectly clear.Most recently after 25yrs. with my cue in the case it's come back out of the bag and rekindled my love of the game-I'm struggling but persistent and just wanted to THANK YOU for your insight

[shuchengchao]

Again, great video and so far the best description of CTE. With those 5 degree adjustments, you have actually made CTE usable. However, still several points to be aware:


1. The objective of CTE is to provide an easier to follow aiming system than estimating the ghost ball. However, with the current system Chris introduced, a player needs to estimate the cutting angle, the ABC point on the object ball, and also the half-tip pivot on the cue ball. In my opinion, with all these estimations, it has questionably lost its meaning of a "better" aiming system than just ghost ball aiming.


2. Even a player can follow every step and make all the above estimations correctly, whether or not the player can shoot exactly along where he/she aims would be another question. In my opinion, any aiming system should only be practiced AFTER one can consistently shoot straight stop shots, or at least get a practice cue ball which can give some clear feedback.


3. I am still not an advocate of CTE because all actions rely on pivoting (or sweeping) but still, again, NOT A WORD about bridge lengths was mentioned throughout the video. Just think about it: a player bridging 2 inches from the cue ball would definitely have different pivoting results than a player bridging 8 inches away.


Anyways, I really like your videos and I appreciate your great effort. I am just raising these points up and hope they become a good amendment.

[MarkB-vpki]

Can't even tell you how much your videos have helped me.... especially since I've been in a slump lately.... keep em coming.

[robzieman]

This example of the CTE is one of the most comprehensive one's I've seen. Very informative. Thank you.

[robbolmstead]

Very effective instruction. If I slow down and repeat until it gets through my thick head on the angles, it finally starts to make sense. This is something I can practice live or virtual in my head, by simply rewatching and studying your presentation. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. You impress me with your knowledge and you are obviously gifted. Keep up the good work!

[ruthzanoni]

I have watched the cte lesson over five time, I must say i see a big improvement every time I apply it. Thank you Lil'Chris

[thomask]

I am certain you did very well in your explanation of this most difficult of subjects. Too many times I've listened to the, so called "experts" muddle through their confusing tutorials. You have a good way of explaining things. The 'thumbs up' to "thumbs down" ratio is representative of that. Good job.

[ArtisanSG]

Oh my gosh! Sharp angle shots come fairly easy for me and are my favorite to make. This system makes sense of it all. Can't wait to add spin to this!

[michaelvonk]

Outstanding detail in your explanations on executions of these shots. I'v been playing for about 4 years now, and have been working on my aiming for awhile now. Your videos on cte have been a tremendous help to bring me to a more consistent level of play. Please continue bringing your knowledge and help with these videos.
Thank you just doesnt seem to be enough. Your awesome and Thank You !!!

[TheBlindAsian]

Very good explanation on CTE! I've used CTE on and off for years and found your video very helpful in my understanding of how CTE works. I especially liked how you explained executing the "sweep". Thank you for your hard work and I look forward to more videos. I missed the raffle but your video is more rewarding than a prize, keep up the good work.

[budgoble]

I have watched Stan Shuffett and many others on CTE, you by far explain it so it can be understood and used! Thank you

[rzanoni]

Have watched CTE video several time, with repetition and practice it is becoming more and more natural when I line up a shot.Thankyou

[Hugozen]

After realizing it's different from the first video, I finally understand the system. It shows how successful and impressing your first video already was.

[kevinlyons]

Excellent, thank you! You have lifted the fog around CTE. Simple explanation, and easy to understand. No eye glazing :-)