grip (releasing the fingers)

[Malachi-b]

I was told by a member on here that i should try and keep all my fingers in contact with the cue rather then purposely release them on the backswing, what is the disadvantage of purposely releasing the fingers off the cue on the backswing rather then letting it happen naturally...


thanks


malachi

[GravityCue]

I was told by a member on here that i should try and keep all my fingers in contact with the cue rather then purposely release them on the backswing, what is the disadvantage of purposely releasing the fingers off the cue on the backswing rather then letting it happen naturally...


thanks


malachi

Hi Malachi.
Allowing one or more of the fingers to leave the cue on the back swing creates a degree of disconnection between the player and the cue. From this position (at the back), a very high level of coordination is required to get the cue through smoothly without creating a grabbing or slapping action on the delivery. Most players who find themselves doing this tend to be holding the cue too far back in the first place thus creating a hold on the cue that is already halfway to being open before the back swing has even begun, or they are unconsciously trying to avoid interrupting the path they are attempting to take the cue on and therefore end up getting a bit to over active with the fingers, it could also be a combination of both.
The trick is to stay as connected as possible with the cue without overly
interfering with your intended line and plain. Surmising your forearm is vertical at address, slowly and smoothly try taking the cue back as far as you ever would, say for a power shot, at the very least the pad on the end of your little finger should still be in contact with the cue. You will be in a much better position to deliver the cue and done done correctly, developing this most desirable combination of connection without interference is well worth the effort.
Hope this helps.
Neil.