The yips

[Clint79]

I've been having problems with the yips or cueits for the last 6 months or so is there any one out there that thinks they could help or have any advice

[Ethanat]

Sorry to hear that. What is your yips like? Can't release the cue? A double pump action?

[Terry Davidson]

A defined rear pause couple with a defined front pause (just before the final backswing) along with a looser grip may help. This is a problem with the mind and comes from a lack of confidence in either your stroke or sighting.

[Clint79]

Can't release Ito slightly better if I play with more power

[Clint79]

My grip is loose and was playing well 1 day then not lol

[tmax]

Have you tried feathering then accidentally hitting the cue ball ?

[Catch 22]

Pick a word that is in time with your cue delivery .....example if you have a long backswing with a slow controlled delivery then pick a longish word like "deliver" or if you have a short back swing then pick a shorter word like "glide "

When you have completed your backswing . Say this word in your mind at the same time as delivering the cue . The idea is it pre occupies your mind and stops it getting anxious over the shot

I've heard this help people in the past so hopefully can help you too .

[Byrom]

Pick a word that is in time with your cue delivery .....example if you have a long backswing with a slow controlled delivery then pick a longish word like "deliver" or if you have a short back swing then pick a shorter word like "glide "

When you have completed your backswing . Say this word in your mind at the same time as delivering the cue . The idea is it pre occupies your mind and stops it getting anxious over the shot

I've heard this help people in the past so hopefully can help you too .

Good advice

[martduff5]

Very useful advice