Utter newbie

[mr.boy]

Hello forum,

I have just joined by local club at 32 - I've always wanted to play but previously only played pool. I'm a big believer in finding out how to do things even at a novice level rather than just mucking about and found this forum... I'm hoping I can pick up a few basic tips to help me find the game more enjoyable, rather than almost aimlessly hitting balls around (my highest break is 9 and I very rarely can even string a red and colour together!)

Should I ask noob questions in this thread or is it just for saying hi?

[Neil Taperell]

Hello Newbie ......Welcome to TSF .

Check out the homepage and you will see the relevant areas to post questions in .

[davestevies]

Think Its pretty much a say hi thread but there is lots of stuff to go at on here and online In general you tube Is a mine of information i have found a few good coaching videos on there try searching for nicbarrow.

[mr.boy]

Thanks - I wasn't sure if real noob questions would clutter the proper forums

tell us why you love the game of snooker.

I am a big fan of watching snooker on TV and know just enough about the game to realise how ridiculous the top guys are. Being pretty un-sporty, snooker appeals to me as a game of precision and also a single-person rather than team sport. Plus, I'm a bit of a loner so being able to go and practice on my own is rather pleasant!

[Neil Taperell]

Where do you play ? and have you bought a snooker cue or do you use your pool cue ?

[mr.boy]

Durham city (England). I use my pool cue since it is half-decent, rather than use the club cues. I thought I might practice a bit more before buying a snooker cue, so I can have some idea what I'm looking for!

[j6uk]

wecome to shawshank mr.b watch out for the sisters

[thelongbomber]

Welcome to the forum. Ask anything you like and if it's not meant to be here, it can be moved/re-started elsewhere. The forum mods are pretty easy going here.