Just a broad question. How does everyone attack it from the start then as it breaks down. Like types of equipment used (pearls for the length and snap off the end of the pattern, solids to blend it out etc.) I've always struggled with this pattern compared to the rest, just wondering how everyone attacks it, would like to hear some different viewpoints on it.

 

Most important point:  Throw the ball PERFECT and MAKE SPARES. 

 

Check your ego at the door, and get the plastic ready.  9/ is a GOOD FRAME and it is OK, frustration will be the worst thing you can do....

 

For me straighter has always seemed to be the best option, to simplify what i'm doing.  On fresh, with clean backends I think you should go with the ball that seems to have a more natural match-up with your style of game.  Throw a variety of surfaces and layouts in practice, go with whatever stands out.  BE PREPARED to make "the move", be it squaring up or bumping in, lane topography and surface will dictate this.  Again, there's not a ton to say about the US Open pattern as it's so flat.  Make perfect shots, spares are at an absolute premo.  If you can shoot 200 consistantly, you'll be competitive a lot of the time.

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-"If you want to make enemies, try to change something." - Woodrow Wilson

I usually start out by praying.  Which then leads to crying, finished up with some laughing.    Spares, spares, and spares.