Hi from Northern Ireland

[tomah]

Hey guys!

I'm a 26 y/o looking to get back into the game. I've played less than ten times in the last nine years or so, but I used to love the game as a teenager. My highest break was 49, and I wasn't too shabby a player when I was putting in a few hours/week back then.

Now I'm married, have a kid, but no hobby and going to get back into something I used to enjoy.

So, reading the forums, I decided to buy a cue from Paul Morris (I have no idea where my old one is). Just waiting on it arriving now.

Anyway, I just thought I'd introduce myself. The forum has been helpful, so thanks for that.

P.S. Anyone here from the Lisburn area, Northern Ireland? I used to play up in Ballymoney, but I live in Lisburn now and a bit nervous about walking into a new club! Is that weird?

[RocketRoy1983]

Im also 26 as you may tell from my username

A big warm welcome from everyone. Its a great forum it really is mate and I wish you a pleasant stay and look forward to reading your contributions.

Roy

[Terry Davidson]

Welcome tomah. If you have any coaching questions you can ask away on here and you're sure to get multiple replies and a lot to work on.

Also, I don't think it's too weird to be a little nervous walking into a new club as you're always a little apprehensive about what to expect.

I wish I was 26 again like you and Rocket but I'd prefer to be retired as I am now and I would really work on my game and maybe have a chance to improve more than I am now

Cheers,
Terry
(Certified IBSF & Snooker Gym Master Coach)

[glaken]

Welcome Tomah and thers lot to learn from this forum I know this bcos i've been browsing for mnths and still find new tidbits.

[tomah]

Roy,
Thanks for the welcome.

Yeah, well I've already been saved from buying a Riley or BCE cue because of this forum!!

Terry,
Thanks for the welcome! I've already come across some of your advice on cueing action. As I get back into the game and discover problem areas and inconsistencies, I'll no doubt look for guidance.

I googled the two nearest clubs to where I am and went for a drive to find them tonight. One is an amusement place, which I'll not be going into. The other was up an alley, and it was too dark and too late to go and check it out. There's another one slightly further away and I think I'll check it out tomorrow. Failing that, I'll just have to drive into Belfast. I don't like amusement places with snooker tables. I prefer dedicated snooker halls, as I'm sure you understand.

It's nice to play the game when you're young. A lot of young talent never goes anywhere though, due to the money barrier. Snooker isn't really expensive as a working adult, but a kid starting the game will need financial backing from someone in order to go anywhere, unlike football and rugby.

[tomah]

glaken,
Thanks. So I'm discovering. YouTube has some good info too, I'm discovering.

P.S. Are there any Northern Irish folk on forum?

[ChrisB]

A warm hello from over the water in sunny scotand. hope you get all the help and info you need here on TSF

[sneaky_russian]

Hello from the Russian speaking community of the forum!!!
I'm sure you'll find the answer to all your questions here!
Welcome....

[missneworleans]

Hi tomah!!

[belfast141]

Hey mate im from Belfast.... aint played in a yearor so and trying to get back into it with someone kinda local..... email me at addy below if intrested sure..cheers...

east_lad2@yahoo.com

[hotpot]

Welcome to the forum Tomah , its always a bit hard walking into a new club for the first time , but once you break the ice it,ll be the best move you made , go on you know you want to .

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[Bigmeek]

Tomah Welcome mate, just be brave and walk into a club. Snooker players are good guys and always up for a game.

[j45onl]

coach club hillsborough, dedicated club & will be welcome and well looked after.