[AlanHo]

Can anyone tell me how the heck this guy does this trick.  I'm baffled.



Second Oldest Trick in Sleight of Hand - YouTube

[asathorny]

He sure is quick 

[Shambles]

Excellent presentation.   The tricks must be actual magic.

[TerryT]

Can anyone tell me how the heck this guy does this trick.  I'm baffled.



Second Oldest Trick in Sleight of Hand - YouTube

Alan, if you watch the video at 1/4 (0.25) speed during the switcheroo opportunities I think you will see the "how"...but I'd rather believe it's done with "magic".

BTW, if you haven't seen it, watch his video "My Favorite Trick".  A masterly performance of simple, good ol' fashion entertainment. 

My Favorite Trick - YouTube

[AlanHo]

Terry - I have no idea what "Switcheroo" is.

Can you please give me directions

[TerryT]

Terry - I have no idea what "Switcheroo" is.

Can you please give me directions

Sorry for the confusion. "Switcheroo" is slang here for say, an unexpected or even deceptive switching or changing of something (e.g. a person's actions, attitudes, preferences etc). 

In my post I meant his sleight of hand or misdirection at certain parts of his performance that set up the 'magic'. 

[Aussie Keith]

Alan, this is an oldie but a goodie and this guy is good. The first thing is there's more than 2 balls obviously. Second, once you know what to look for you can see him moving them from hand to hand and in and out of the cups. Watch the video to get a feel for how magicians work. The methods are easy enough as well, moving the balls from hand to hand an in and out from under the cups.

Ryan Hyashi is extra good. Check this out.

RYAN & JOHNNY HAYASHI - Episode 79: Penn & Teller FOOL US Rehearsal - Father & Son Cups Act - YouTube

And even more slight of hand.

RYAN HAYASHI Fools Penn & Teller on FOOL US - Complete Version With EPIC EMOTIONAL ENDING - YouTube

[AlanHo]

That's just awesome - me 'ed 'urts now.

[Aussie Keith]

Here, an explanation from two of the very best. Watch closely.

Penn and Teller 7 principles of magic - YouTube