Firstly, the game at all levels of play starts with fundamentals. With no solid fundamentals, nobody can improve or compete to a decent level. I see too many players—even good players—with poor fundamentals; they hold the cue wrong, along with bad stance and no balance. The three main keys to good fundamentals are cue action, stance, and head. Cue Action Loose grip and a nice smooth follow through; this creates feel and smooth cueing, and a smooth backstroke. Addressing the c