Snooker skills aren't easy to develop, especially if you're new to the game. If your struggling with it, or wish to improve your gaming further, this short article is for you. Let's dive in!

Concentrate

We all want to pocket the next ball, no discussion here. The question is - are we devoted to it? When you play snooker, focus your mind on the game. Life's worries can wait for a while.

Unwinding your way to triumph

The more loose and relaxed you'll be, the better you'll preform. It makes sense, since being loose leads to stability, and being stiff and tight will do the opposite.

Always put chalk

Another underestimated aspect of snooker. Always chalk your cue before you strike. ALWAYS.

Learn from your mistakes

Robert Kiyosaki, the famous "Rich Dad" series' author, says that he owes his fortune to his life experience, gained mainly from his mistakes. I think it applies to Snooker as well. When you don't make a shot, think about why it happened, and what you can benefit from that experience.

Push yourself with a challenging partner

My favorite tip for perfecting your snooker skills. Whether you like it or not, you play according to your partner's skills. If he is no match to you, you won't gain much by playing with him. If he is just a bit above your level, that's perfect. You need to really make an effort to win.

Have a vision

If you're just learning to play I advice you to focus on the basic skills of the game, but it's a good policy to always think about the next shot, even if you still can't make good English (spin-action) shots.

Keep your eyes on the cue ball

Many players make this mistake, even experienced ones. After "fixing" yourself on an aiming angle, make sure you keep your eyes on the white ball. This way you can make sure you're hitting it where YOU want to hit it.

Wrapping It Up

In order to improve your snooker skills you should

• Concentrate

• Relax|Loosen up

• Chalk your cue before each shot

• Learn from your mistakes

• Find a challenging partner

• Think ahead

• Keep your eyes on the cue ball