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Breaking an 8-Ball Rack With Power

By Matthew Sherman, About.com

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Pointing The Way

Always Thinking and Moving Forward

Photo (c) Matt Sherman
My stroke is mostly completed. My left hand has fallen to the table to provide support for my body with all its weight to the front of my front foot.

Following a powerful break shot, I have the visual confirmation of my stick pointed squarely at the target.

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