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The Killer And The Mosc Part I: 13-Rack Ride

Pool fiction free to read and enjoy online, the best and latest in billiards fiction.

The Killer And The Mosc Part VIII: The Men In Town To Clash

Willie Mosconi's greatest battle at the tables may be the one you haven't heard of before.

The Killer And The Mosc Part IX: Stand And Fight

The tournament brackets had declared that Mosconi would face his greatest challenge yet. The match you've heard of--the greatest battle for the greatest player of all time.

The Killer And The Mosc Part VI: Mosconi’s Madness, The Fire Down Below

Mosconi's madness was actually his method. Billiards fact becomes moving dramatic fiction.

The Killer And The Mosc Part III: Pickle Juice Paul

From pickle juice to battling a world champion, it wouldn't take many drinks.

The Killer And The Mosc Part IV: Arness Gets A Taste

Young pool player Paul Arness gets a taste of the game in another thrilling episode.

The Killer And The Mosc Part V: Ralph Greenleaf Kicks Willie Mosconi’s Tail

Young player Arness will need his best to defeat Mosconi--here's why.

The Killer And The Mosc Part II: Roll Two Million Balls

An incredible pool tale, Arness versus Mosconi. You won't believe the results.

The Killer And The Mosc Part VII: The Old Man’s Three Rules Of Great Pool

And the stories of pool players continue as Paul Arness reminisces on his journey to duel against Willie Mosconi.

The Killer And The Mosc Part XI: Cue Ball Killing It

"Three cue ball ties in a row! Unbelievable! Amazing! Astounding!" the crowd shouted the words as if epithets to describe the new heights Willie Mosconi and Paul Arness had just taken them by three lagged ties...

The Killer And The Mosc Part X: Showdown On Cloth

When you're lagging cue balls with the great Willie Mosconi, you hit the ball just so, as this story explains. A study in what to do and not do in pool competition.

The Killer And The Mosc Part XII: Willie's Best Bank Shot

Willie's best bank shot is one that would shatter the pack, and expectations beside.

Aim Primer 1: Introduction And Aim Techniques

Playing professsionals use a wide variety of aim methods; Fraction Aim, Edge to Edge Aim, Ghost Ball Aim, Contact Point Aim, Parallel Aim, Pivot Aim, and other aim systems. How to choose the correct methods are outlined within.

Aim Primer 2: Glossary And Critical Terms

I'm backing my aim primer with an all-new cue ball aim glossary of key terms at About.com. Study these terms and you'll not only sound intelligent at the pool hall, you'll understand cue ball aim better.

Aim Primer 3: Stance And Stroke

Continuing this month's series of articles on pro methods of aim down the shot line. They work best if you've had a refresher on an excellent stroke and stance as provided.

When Your Jump Cue Lacks Jump - White Diamond It!

Tired of lacking a quality jump cue? Tired of a jump cue tip that won't get the job done?

Bobble Ball - A Wild New Pool Game

Bobble ball is a blast--a fun game combining the action of Nine Ball with the strategy of Straight Pool and the wild kick shooting of One Pocket.

American Cue Sports Alliance - New League Offers More Money, More Fun

The American Cue Sports Alliance. Learn about this exciting new pool league offering alternate rules, increased player payback, and more.

Advanced Billiards - Sand's Self-Testing Program

Are you ready for the next level challenge in advanced billiards? Have you tried Allan Sand’s Advanced Cue Ball Control Self-Testing Program?

League Practices - How To Improve Pool League Practice And Formats

Pool league practice can be downright tiresome--or non-existent when cheap room owners get there way. Read more now.

Ball Run - The 8-Ball Debates Begin

Should you consistently go for the big ball run in 8-Ball? Here's why not and what to do instead.

The Best Pool Cues May Not Be Straight Cue Sticks

The best pool cues may not even be straight. Here's why.

8-Ball Or 9-Ball, And Why?

8-Ball Or 9-Ball Billiards, And Why?

Bar Pool Tables - Why They Should Be Used (Or Not)

Should bar pool tables be used at all by the serious pool player? Here's our debate showing both sides of the issue.

How Do Top Pros Practice Pool?

How do top pros practice pool? Jump in for more of Donny and Matt's 8-Ball Debates...

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