In this episode of Cue the Experts, we sit down with Dr. Dave, a master billiards instructor and former mechanical engineering professor, to explore his unique journey from academia to the world of pool instruction.
We dive into the mental game, managing pressure, the importance of a solid pre-shot routine, and how teaching methods need to adapt to each individual.
Whether you’re a casual league player or chasing championships, this episode is packed with tips on visualization, breathing techniques, and Dr. Dave’s approach to peak performance.
About Dr. Dave
Dr. David Alciatore is a master instructor with the PBIA who teaches private lessons and intensive courses through his Pool School and the Billiard University boot camps in Colorado. He's an author, a content creator with about 700 videos and 300,000 subscribers on YouTube. He is a content creator and maintainer of the popular Billiards resource drdavepoolinfo.com. He's a long time instructional columnist for Billiards Digest, winner of the Jerry Bryseth Instructor of the Year Award, Dean and co-founder of the Billiard University, and a retired professor of mechanical engineering at Colorado State University.
Dr. Dave on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DrDaveBilliards
Dr. Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveBilliards
Dr. Dave's Billiard Resource: https://drdavepoolinfo.com/
Dr. Dave's Instructional Products: https://drdavebilliards.com/
Billiard University: https://billiarduniversity.org/
Find and Instructor: https://playbetterbilliards.com
