SIDESPIN ... Everything You Need to Know

CORRECTION:
- The spin diagram at 3m52s should obviously show left spin (not right) since the CB is rebounding to the left off the cushion.

Dr. Dave demonstrates everything you need to know about sidespin. Topics covered include:
Intro (0:00)
- terminology (0:26)
- running/reverse/outside/inside (1:10)
- "tips" of english (2:43)
- shot types (3:26)
- kick with spin (4:30)
- throw shot (4:45)
- rail cut shot (4:58)
- swerve/massé shot (5:15)
- effects (5:32)
- drag shot (7:20)
- useful drills (9:02)
- clock system (9:20)
- target practice (10:08)

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*CORRECTION:*
- The spin diagram at 3m52s should obviously show left spin (not right) since the CB is rebounding to the left off the cushion.

*Table of Contents:*
Intro (0:00)
- terminology (0:26)
- (1:10)
- "tips" of english (2:43)
- shot types (3:26)
- kick with spin (4:30)
- throw shot (4:45)
- rail cut shot (4:58)
- swerve/massé shot (5:15)
- effects (5:32)
- drag shot (7:20)
- useful drills (9:02)
- clock system (9:20)
- target practice (10:08)

*Supporting Videos:*
In the following videos, I cover in detail CB deflection and how to adjust your aim when using sidespin:

*Other Supporting Resources:*

[teddyruxpin]

Excellent! I'm an expert now. All I need now is a table.

[pate]

So comprehensive and to the point: definitions, terminology, demonstration of application and effects, demonstration of a useful drill. Perfekt use of the medium! Thank you so much!

[DimebagDerekS]

At 7:43, this is a useful idea that many people do not know about or understand. Dr. Dave provides a good visual example here.

[alexdaneau]

I am a begginer, but i enjoy your content very much. I had no idea pool was that deep and i appreciated the monumental efforts you put in there. Amazing content, amazing research and invaluable infos. Keep up the good works doctor, you are the best.

[rajansangha]

I have watched sooo many vids about side and this is the only one that helped!! Thank you so much!

[gavinsumner]

I think you explain pool better than most and you make it less confusing. So thank you.

[skmalladi]

Dr.Dave, I hold Robert Byrne in great regard and I don't say these words lightly: you're his heir when it comes to spreading knowledge and passion with fellow billiards enthusiasts.
You're having a far greater impact, I dare say, due to the number of videos that you put up for free, both in terms of quality and quantity.
Every video is of the highest quality in terms of explaining concepts, ways of thinking, teaching tips and tricks, attitude and emotional control, strategy and tactics or whatever else.
You also take the time to politely and thoughtfully reply to all comments posted against your videos where needed.
You, sir, is what the sport needs more of! Hope you make it to the hall of fame one day.

[joemartinez]

I like how you explain the side spin and you demonstrate where to hit the cue ball and what the
ball dose after the hit. Very well done, thank you.

[GIitchclan]

Your analytical approach is appreciated, this video has been very beneficial to me as a beginner trying to understand the intricacies of English.

[labrador]

Learned a lot from dr daves videos over the years, his videos brought my game to whole new level, thank you sir.

[brett]

This explains so much on rebound angles that you can't get anywhere else. So helpful!

[BladeRunner-tdbe]

I am never disappointed with any instructional video by Dr. Dave. I am flabbergasted regularly, because of the titanic, sheer volume of his body of work. It's astonishing that it's even possible to increase this immense output; and yet Dr. Dave does the "impossible". Just when I think the curtain is about to drop Dr. Dave comes back on stage with another instructional gem to share. I was compelled to write these words because of the high degree of appreciation I feel. Cheers, John Noe

[samphilipp]

Thank you Dave for the best side spin video I have ever seen. You explain things so clearly. I appreciate it.👍

[poolhustlersinc]

The Professor is back with another one!

[edsmith]

I’m an avid player and have purchased most of your materials but this dr Dave is EXTREMELY helpful to me! Thank you!

[christiangalindo]

I agree devolping sidespin takes a while. I've been shooting pool for about almost a year and barely starting to get the hang of side spin. Thanks

[Cloverstang]

Thank you for your dedication to improving this art Dr Dave!!

[SKYGILB]

Most of your video highlighted things that I know well and already incorporate in my game all the time, but the bit about the effect of the drag shot was super interesting to me. Never occurred to be to hit bottom drag spin to accentuate the side action off of the rail (especially on a shot like the one at 7:43 where it looks like top spin would be necessary. Super counter-intuitive and very cool.)

[garyward]

Dr. Dave, in my opinion you are the best instructor on YouTube. I would love to get a couple of lessons with you. Keep doing what you do, your teaching skills are a gift.