Unfortunately, this frequently causes an error when the cue ball is not able to reach the position via the shortest possible line. The next photo demonstrates an aiming method the pros suggest.
Aiming the Cue Ball and the "Ghost Ball"
By Matthew Sherman, About.com
Many players aim the cue ball to strike the point opposite the pocket suggested by the line of aim.
Index: Aiming the Cue Ball and the "Ghost Ball"
- Starting from Scratch
- Align the Centers
- The contact point is not the whole story
- Starting with... the ghost ball
- The edge-to-edge pro method of aim
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