So I still need to know what fittings I need.. I got six of these, (2) 6' x 1 1/2" hoses, and (1) 1 1/2" hose.. Don't I need some other stuff in order to have shut off valves etc??

The 6 fittings are for: 1 on skimmer, 1 on pool jet, 2 on sand filter, and 2 on pump.. One of my 6' flexible hoses will go from skimmer to pump, the other 6' will go from sand filter to pool.. Then a 3' flexible hose will connect the pump and the filter together.. Is that right?

Where do I add the gate valves and what fittings do I need to do so??

Really sorry but I swear my local pool places are morons.. I asked both my local store and Leslie's what I need to connect my pump/filter since I bought them separate.. Both looked at me like I was speaking Greek..