The first 5 levels of rating are based on the percentage of run
outs, with ball in hand after the break, over a ten rack attempt.
Levels 6 thru 10 are based on points and con't be reached until
a minimum of 50% of racks can be run with ball in hand, after the
break.
In the beginning you may wish to keep track of your progress
with a more simple method. One way of measuring progress would be
keeping track of your innings over 10 racks of nine ball. The break
would represent your first inning. If you make a ball on the break,
continue shooting until you miss. Mark down another inning, take ball
in hand and continue shooting. Continue this process until the game
is over. Keep track of how many innings it takes to complete each
rack until you have finished ten racks. Add up the total, divide by
10 and you will see your average inning count per rack. The idea is
to lower your average, much like golf.
Keeping records will enable you to accurately and honestly chart
your progress over a period of time. If your progress isn't quick
enough for your goals, you might try seeking help. In every sporting
event, coaching and instruction is common place. Finding the right
instructor for you may take some time, but worth the effort. In the
meantime, keep swinging and don't give up. "Winners don't quit, and
quitters don't win".
Don't be surprised if you aren't at the level you thought you'd
be. Recording your own stats, can be somewhat of a distraction. The
difficulty of keeping score for yourself, could be compared to the
stress level of tournament play. Usually players seldom hit their
peak during tournament matches. Tournament matches are short!
Often times the player doesn't have enough time to relax into their
peak performance.
Be a good student of the game. Find your weak points and make
them your strengths. You can do it! Time and a dedicated effort are
two of the necessary ingredients. Knowing how to strengthen your
weakness wouldn't hurt either. You must train to gain a better
understanding..........
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