Pool / Billiards: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Explosive Pool
Pool & Billiards Games - Blast Billiards, strategy and tips, all free games
Pool & Billiards Games - Blast Billiards, strategy and tips, all free games
8-Ball
Rules and bending the rules of America's most popular game, 8-ball.
Rules and bending the rules of America's most popular game, 8-ball.
Minnesota Fats
Minnesota Fats was a legend of pool and remains so today. Here are all his fascinating details in one place.
Minnesota Fats was a legend of pool and remains so today. Here are all his fascinating details in one place.
Questions to Ask, First
Price alone is not an indicator of table quality. There are questions requiring forethought before you purchase a pool table.
Price alone is not an indicator of table quality. There are questions requiring forethought before you purchase a pool table.
Buying a Custom Pool Cue
Your guide to narrowing down choices and selecting the best possible custom pool cue.
Your guide to narrowing down choices and selecting the best possible custom pool cue.
8-Ball Power Break
Stop action unretouched photography shows the power of a skilled 8-ball open break.
Stop action unretouched photography shows the power of a skilled 8-ball open break.
Bar Toy
Tables measuring 4' x 8' have a key disadvantage (okay, challenge)...
Tables measuring 4' x 8' have a key disadvantage (okay, challenge)...
9 Ball Breaks
Here are some fast tips to sharpen your 9 ball breaks instantly. Learn how to rack 9 ball then smash like the pros, with accuracy and power for optimal 9 ball strategy, in moments.
Here are some fast tips to sharpen your 9 ball breaks instantly. Learn how to rack 9 ball then smash like the pros, with accuracy and power for optimal 9 ball strategy, in moments.
Learning a Classic Pool Stroke
The classic pool stroke is a throwing motion. And, as you'll learn, the "right angle myth" held to by many instructors actually should be banned from pool instruction forever.
The classic pool stroke is a throwing motion. And, as you'll learn, the "right angle myth" held to by many instructors actually should be banned from pool instruction forever.
Yahoo! Pool
Learn quick tips to improve your online pool enjoyment.
Learn quick tips to improve your online pool enjoyment.
Crush Your 9-Ball Break
Crushing a 9-ball rack like the pros is easy when you know how--and here it is outlined for you in stop action photos.
Crushing a 9-ball rack like the pros is easy when you know how--and here it is outlined for you in stop action photos.
How to break in 8 ball
When discussing the best 8 ball breaks, including how to break in the 8 ball with this all-important stroke, it becomes necessary both to emphasize basic break strategy and specific 8 ball break technique. Victory in 8 ball pool at times requires (rules permitting) a commitment to sink the 8 ball on the break, and at other times, a mere shattering of the rack to spread the balls effectively to win the game.
When discussing the best 8 ball breaks, including how to break in the 8 ball with this all-important stroke, it becomes necessary both to emphasize basic break strategy and specific 8 ball break technique. Victory in 8 ball pool at times requires (rules permitting) a commitment to sink the 8 ball on the break, and at other times, a mere shattering of the rack to spread the balls effectively to win the game.
9-Ball
9-ball's rules are deceptively simple. But there is far more to this game than meets the eye.
9-ball's rules are deceptively simple. But there is far more to this game than meets the eye.
The Right and Wrong Draw
The secret to a lovely draw shot lies in not lifting the hand abrubtly, before the stroke begins.
The secret to a lovely draw shot lies in not lifting the hand abrubtly, before the stroke begins.
Heart and Soul
Beware rip-offs! Table ads that guarantee “regulation size” mean nothing in particular...
Beware rip-offs! Table ads that guarantee “regulation size” mean nothing in particular...
The Power of 9
A delightful shot, this trick is worth a few minutes' practice before you set out to dazzle your audience.
A delightful shot, this trick is worth a few minutes' practice before you set out to dazzle your audience.
Blast It!
Pool & Billiards - Blast Billiards Strategy & Tips
Pool & Billiards - Blast Billiards Strategy & Tips
The Never Missed Bank Shot
One of a number of easy but show-stopping pool trick shots from About.com.
One of a number of easy but show-stopping pool trick shots from About.com.
7-Ball
7-ball takes concentration, discipline and a knowledge of the rules.
7-ball takes concentration, discipline and a knowledge of the rules.
Two Most Important Tools
Start with the basics. Where would you strike the purple 12-ball to sink it inside the nearby side pocket? These are perhaps the two most vital position concepts in pool.
Start with the basics. Where would you strike the purple 12-ball to sink it inside the nearby side pocket? These are perhaps the two most vital position concepts in pool.
Basic Pool Strokes
There is more than one way to hit the cue ball to win. Here are some of the most important techniques for the beginner to learn.
There is more than one way to hit the cue ball to win. Here are some of the most important techniques for the beginner to learn.
Aiming the Cue Ball
How does the pool professional take aim at billiard balls, those sometimes difficult-to-discern spheres far away across the table? Do pool professionals use the contact point method or not?
How does the pool professional take aim at billiard balls, those sometimes difficult-to-discern spheres far away across the table? Do pool professionals use the contact point method or not?
Stance: The Big Secret!
This may be the most important article you'll ever read as a pool player. 99% of casual players are lining up improperly at the pool table and here are the step-by-step wrong and right ways to shoot pool.
This may be the most important article you'll ever read as a pool player. 99% of casual players are lining up improperly at the pool table and here are the step-by-step wrong and right ways to shoot pool.
Great Joy
This is the size most commonly used for top tournament play (and it's a fun size)!
This is the size most commonly used for top tournament play (and it's a fun size)!
Cue Dimensions
What are the typical weights and sizes in a custom cue? Which choices are right for your game?
What are the typical weights and sizes in a custom cue? Which choices are right for your game?
Simply the Best
Why skimp when the table may be in use for decades in your home or poolroom?
Why skimp when the table may be in use for decades in your home or poolroom?
Draw: Level vs. Jab Stroke
Interestingly, there are two basic types of draw strokes that can be learned, and one may fit your pool skills better than the other.
Interestingly, there are two basic types of draw strokes that can be learned, and one may fit your pool skills better than the other.
The draw carom aimed trick
Playing the draw carom shot looks like a trick shot if you know what to do exactly. How do you aim this vital play in pool and billiards?
Playing the draw carom shot looks like a trick shot if you know what to do exactly. How do you aim this vital play in pool and billiards?
Slip Stroke Technique
The slip stroke is a technique that many players do on an unconscious basis. You may want to experiment to add it to your game.
The slip stroke is a technique that many players do on an unconscious basis. You may want to experiment to add it to your game.
The 45 Degree Stance
With some exceptions, most players would do well with this particular or "classic" stance. Read more to find out why...
With some exceptions, most players would do well with this particular or "classic" stance. Read more to find out why...
Rotation (Chicago)
With its potentially lengthy contest, Rotation was the darling of most pool shooters up through the Depression era and WWII. This classic game deserves a second look. My students enjoy it at our pool and billiards clinics...
With its potentially lengthy contest, Rotation was the darling of most pool shooters up through the Depression era and WWII. This classic game deserves a second look. My students enjoy it at our pool and billiards clinics...
The World Is Not Enough
"The World Is Not Enough!" sang Garbage. But for one shining moment in the turn-of-the-millennium film, pool and billiards was.
"The World Is Not Enough!" sang Garbage. But for one shining moment in the turn-of-the-millennium film, pool and billiards was.
Break Cues
Break cues are meant to offer speed, not mass, to the pool shooter for the open break. Consider options carefully before making your purchase.
Break cues are meant to offer speed, not mass, to the pool shooter for the open break. Consider options carefully before making your purchase.
Top ten ways to pound open bre
Drum roll, please! The top ten tips on breaking in pool and billiards--for when you want an open break to scatter the balls to the winds.
Drum roll, please! The top ten tips on breaking in pool and billiards--for when you want an open break to scatter the balls to the winds.
Willie Mosconi
The All-Time Pool Legend lives on in the hearts of those who know Willie's Game.
The All-Time Pool Legend lives on in the hearts of those who know Willie's Game.
Force Draw Shots
The force draw shot is exciting and wild, yet controlled. The beginner has something to dream for--the ability to place massive spin onto the cue ball.
The force draw shot is exciting and wild, yet controlled. The beginner has something to dream for--the ability to place massive spin onto the cue ball.
Drawing with style
Here is an exhaustive list of draw stroke techniques every pool and billiards player will want to aid them with the sometimes challenging draw stroke.
Here is an exhaustive list of draw stroke techniques every pool and billiards player will want to aid them with the sometimes challenging draw stroke.
English
Pool Definition -- English
Pool Definition -- English
Force Follow Shot
The force follow shot has thrilled many players. Beginners love this one at my pool clinics. And, it's so easy to shoot!
The force follow shot has thrilled many players. Beginners love this one at my pool clinics. And, it's so easy to shoot!
The "Three Go Down" Trick Shot
Now, you are ready to make this "challenging" pool trick shot. It make take a few tries to get the 8-ball to rest upon the other two atop one rail, especially if the rail is in poor condition, move the balls as you like--the trick will work from anywhere. Perhaps you've let your friends try to hit the 8-ball on some ridiculous jump stroke of advanced difficulty a few times before you promise to make the shot on the first try, hitting the 8-ball without the cue ball touching the 5 or the 12...
Now, you are ready to make this "challenging" pool trick shot. It make take a few tries to get the 8-ball to rest upon the other two atop one rail, especially if the rail is in poor condition, move the balls as you like--the trick will work from anywhere. Perhaps you've let your friends try to hit the 8-ball on some ridiculous jump stroke of advanced difficulty a few times before you promise to make the shot on the first try, hitting the 8-ball without the cue ball touching the 5 or the 12...
Wood Cues
The best pool cues are still made of humble wood, not graphite and other Space Age materials.
The best pool cues are still made of humble wood, not graphite and other Space Age materials.
Hand Throws the Cue
You are looking at a greatly exaggerated backswing motion.
You are looking at a greatly exaggerated backswing motion.
Basic Bank Shots
Aiming bank shots in pool and billiards with precision is easy, if you use this method, which relies upon an aiming secret you already know.
Aiming bank shots in pool and billiards with precision is easy, if you use this method, which relies upon an aiming secret you already know.
Directions Not Included
You'll need help even to transport your table, which might weigh 800 lbs. or more!
You'll need help even to transport your table, which might weigh 800 lbs. or more!
Pool Tables 101
What precise details do you need to look for in a new or used pool table to get the best value? How can you repair and re-felt your table accurately on a budget? What key questions should you ask of any pool table dealer or installer you shop?
What precise details do you need to look for in a new or used pool table to get the best value? How can you repair and re-felt your table accurately on a budget? What key questions should you ask of any pool table dealer or installer you shop?
Aiming Troubles
When the cue is 6 feet from the target on the same angle, the impact target seems to be greatly different. Is this a true fact or an optical illusion?
When the cue is 6 feet from the target on the same angle, the impact target seems to be greatly different. Is this a true fact or an optical illusion?
Good buy, Mr. Bond?
Searching for a good buy? A used pool table in decent condition might prove worth a try. You may even find one that...
Searching for a good buy? A used pool table in decent condition might prove worth a try. You may even find one that...
The Table Slate Is Key
A quality slate is key to a level, enjoyable playing surface.
A quality slate is key to a level, enjoyable playing surface.
Bottom Left English
Pool Definition -- Bottom Left English
Pool Definition -- Bottom Left English
Jump Shots
It's fun, it's fast, it's three dimensional--it's the cool pool jump shot. And, even a beginner can master this simple technique.
It's fun, it's fast, it's three dimensional--it's the cool pool jump shot. And, even a beginner can master this simple technique.
The Hustler
The Hustler is certainly the finest film on pool ever with an array of stars and fabulous writing and cinematography. Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason turn in powerful, convincing performances.
The Hustler is certainly the finest film on pool ever with an array of stars and fabulous writing and cinematography. Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason turn in powerful, convincing performances.
"Y Buy a Q?"
There are good reasons to buy your own pool cue. For one, consistency comes with using the same equipment each day.
There are good reasons to buy your own pool cue. For one, consistency comes with using the same equipment each day.
Scratch
Pool Definition -- Scratch
Pool Definition -- Scratch
Ultimate Blast Billiards
Whether you are seeking free help for original blast billiards, deluxe blast billiards, ultimate blast billiards, trick blast billiards or the new 2008 blast billiards, we have it here.
Whether you are seeking free help for original blast billiards, deluxe blast billiards, ultimate blast billiards, trick blast billiards or the new 2008 blast billiards, we have it here.
Pool Techniques
Professional billiards teacher Ken Tewksbury decided that his school was not going to be like other schools. "Nothing wrong with what they do, but I wanted to do more then what others were doing."
Professional billiards teacher Ken Tewksbury decided that his school was not going to be like other schools. "Nothing wrong with what they do, but I wanted to do more then what others were doing."
Cue Joint
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Goldfinger
This pool table flip flopped, but the film was no flop. James Bond rocks beneath a pool table!
This pool table flip flopped, but the film was no flop. James Bond rocks beneath a pool table!
Joint
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
The Classic Pool Grip
The heart and soul of pool flow from an accurate hold on the cuestick. But how to make the classic pool grip, a thing of function and power? Take a look at a typical pool grip from several different viewpoints.
The heart and soul of pool flow from an accurate hold on the cuestick. But how to make the classic pool grip, a thing of function and power? Take a look at a typical pool grip from several different viewpoints.
Coexter Billiards Humor
Well, billiards humor is a fascinating subject, isn't it? I'm not sure this next piece comes under the heading of pool humor--or does it? Pool jokes are lovely things where you can find them, but this billiards humor is incidental...
Well, billiards humor is a fascinating subject, isn't it? I'm not sure this next piece comes under the heading of pool humor--or does it? Pool jokes are lovely things where you can find them, but this billiards humor is incidental...
Brunswick Billiards Layoffs
Brunswick and its subsidiary Brunswick Billiards, maker of fine pool and billiards tables, billiards supplies and billiards accessories, announced plans recently to layoff as many as 2,700 workers in an effort to cut costs in a market soft on billiards supplies and pool and billiards recreation.
Brunswick and its subsidiary Brunswick Billiards, maker of fine pool and billiards tables, billiards supplies and billiards accessories, announced plans recently to layoff as many as 2,700 workers in an effort to cut costs in a market soft on billiards supplies and pool and billiards recreation.
Soft touch
A difficult pool shot--or is it? This one will save you a dozen games this month.
A difficult pool shot--or is it? This one will save you a dozen games this month.
Pool Review of Ungloves
Read our pool review on revolutionary billiards equipment, finger slides a.k.a. "ungloves".
Read our pool review on revolutionary billiards equipment, finger slides a.k.a. "ungloves".
Specialty Tables
Would you prefer a pool table that doubles as a serving table?
Would you prefer a pool table that doubles as a serving table?
The Mental Plane
The last frontier for pool man to explore is the mental plane. A look at why pool's greatest have stopped thinking.
The last frontier for pool man to explore is the mental plane. A look at why pool's greatest have stopped thinking.
Space for Your Table
Clear space on all four sides of the table for standing and shooting in comfort, without striking wall or furniture with cues! At least 3½' of free space, next to each side, is a good minimum. For “4 x 8’s”...
Clear space on all four sides of the table for standing and shooting in comfort, without striking wall or furniture with cues! At least 3½' of free space, next to each side, is a good minimum. For “4 x 8’s”...
Choose a Tip Material
Pool cue tips range in hardness and widths besides material composition. Learn what pool professionals consider in this, their most important investment.
Pool cue tips range in hardness and widths besides material composition. Learn what pool professionals consider in this, their most important investment.
Off The Chalk
The moment of pool truth is seen in this stop action photo.
The moment of pool truth is seen in this stop action photo.
The Tight Center Stroke
This is a shot any rank beginner can do, if they know how. It is a terrific play to make on work close to the cue ball.
This is a shot any rank beginner can do, if they know how. It is a terrific play to make on work close to the cue ball.
Sneaky Petes & House Cues
The sneakiest fellow at the pool hall isn't a person, it's a cue, and his name his "Sneaky Pete". Discover why house cues and Petes might be right or wrong for you to use.
The sneakiest fellow at the pool hall isn't a person, it's a cue, and his name his "Sneaky Pete". Discover why house cues and Petes might be right or wrong for you to use.
Ralph Greenleaf
The greatest player ever, most Americans do not realize that even Willie Mosconi said, "Greenleaf was unequaled!"
The greatest player ever, most Americans do not realize that even Willie Mosconi said, "Greenleaf was unequaled!"
Ways to Get Ejected
How to Get Ejected From a Pool Hall. What must you do (or not do) to be considered a champ, not chump, at your local billiards parlor?
How to Get Ejected From a Pool Hall. What must you do (or not do) to be considered a champ, not chump, at your local billiards parlor?
Straighten a Bent Shaft
Don't throw away a bent cuestick! A warped shaft can easily be straightened again and the cue made ready for play.
Don't throw away a bent cuestick! A warped shaft can easily be straightened again and the cue made ready for play.
Parallel Aiming
Note that although this has been called “the parallel aim method”, it is actually a plan to bring the edges of the pool balls together...
Note that although this has been called “the parallel aim method”, it is actually a plan to bring the edges of the pool balls together...
Mike Sigel
Mike "Captain Hook" Sigel
Mike "Captain Hook" Sigel
Stop Shot
Pool Definition -- Stop Shot
Pool Definition -- Stop Shot
The "Body Slip" Stroke
This is another of those out-of-the-box pool techniques that may pleasantly surprise you.
This is another of those out-of-the-box pool techniques that may pleasantly surprise you.
Cuestick
Pool Definition -- Cuestick
Pool Definition -- Cuestick
Shooting Arm
Pool Definition -- Shooting Arm
Pool Definition -- Shooting Arm
Shooting Hand
Pool Definition -- Shooting Hand
Pool Definition -- Shooting Hand
Cheat the Pocket
Perfect Practice - Cheat The Pocket
Perfect Practice - Cheat The Pocket
Chalk up at home or away
Chalk comes in a variety of colors, to match your table decor, and “Master” is the brand generally considered to be the finest. Certainly they are the most famous name.
Chalk comes in a variety of colors, to match your table decor, and “Master” is the brand generally considered to be the finest. Certainly they are the most famous name.
Male & Female Joint Ends
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Draw
Pool Definition -- Draw
Pool Definition -- Draw
Avoid the Wrong Tips
The glossiest looking pool cue is worthless without a quality tip on its end. Here are the things to avoid in a cuestick tip.
The glossiest looking pool cue is worthless without a quality tip on its end. Here are the things to avoid in a cuestick tip.
Throw
Pool Definition -- Throw
Pool Definition -- Throw
Pool / Billiards - StepBySteps
An index of StepBySteps for the Pool / Billiards guide site.
An index of StepBySteps for the Pool / Billiards guide site.
Gopher Eight
A new pool game combining much of the fun of 8- and 9-ball plus a chance for great practice and learning, too.
A new pool game combining much of the fun of 8- and 9-ball plus a chance for great practice and learning, too.
Building the perfect stance
It's key to a perfect billiards stance to have an immobile bridge. Ordinary pool gloves provide some players with effective feedback but for many others, gloves are cumbersome indeed. Then comes Nancy Cote's ungloves...
It's key to a perfect billiards stance to have an immobile bridge. Ordinary pool gloves provide some players with effective feedback but for many others, gloves are cumbersome indeed. Then comes Nancy Cote's ungloves...
Thinking inside the box
The orange line bisecting this box from the center of the pocket opening through the middle of the 6-ball will indicate the contact point where the cue ball is to strike and it is extremely important in pool that...
The orange line bisecting this box from the center of the pocket opening through the middle of the 6-ball will indicate the contact point where the cue ball is to strike and it is extremely important in pool that...
Amsterdam Billiards
Amsterdam Billiard Club, ranked the best billiards club in the nation by Billiards Digest, is finding success in its new digs, having moved from New York's Upper West Side to the former site of Corner Billiards (11th Street between Third and Fourth Avenues in Greenwich Village).
Amsterdam Billiard Club, ranked the best billiards club in the nation by Billiards Digest, is finding success in its new digs, having moved from New York's Upper West Side to the former site of Corner Billiards (11th Street between Third and Fourth Avenues in Greenwich Village).
3 Ball Breaks
Perfect Practice - 3 Ball Breaks
Perfect Practice - 3 Ball Breaks
Pool / Billiards - Profiles
An index of Profiles for the Pool / Billiards guide site.
An index of Profiles for the Pool / Billiards guide site.
Reverse Slip Stroke
The reverse slip stroke is a powerful technique to learn. A real eye opener for beginning pool players, no less than pool giants Willie Mosconi and Ralph Greenleaf (commonly considered the two best ever to wield a cue) used the r.s.s. to add power and finesse to their game.
The reverse slip stroke is a powerful technique to learn. A real eye opener for beginning pool players, no less than pool giants Willie Mosconi and Ralph Greenleaf (commonly considered the two best ever to wield a cue) used the r.s.s. to add power and finesse to their game.
Ferrule
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
The Baron
The Baron And The Kid... had nothing to lose... and everything to win. Starring Johnny and June Carter Cash in two of their better dramatic roles.
The Baron And The Kid... had nothing to lose... and everything to win. Starring Johnny and June Carter Cash in two of their better dramatic roles.
Ball-In-Hand
Pool Definition -- Ball-In-Hand
Pool Definition -- Ball-In-Hand
Seeking The Coach
Finding a pool instructor who knows how to instruct is less easy than most think.
Finding a pool instructor who knows how to instruct is less easy than most think.
1 Ball Feel
Perfect Practice - 1 Ball Feel, How often have you seen a player under professional level run practice drills? Not often, I’m sure. “Scratch golfers” and “tennis buffs” practice drills often and take lessons, but sadly, most “pool players” only play and rarely improve as a result.
Perfect Practice - 1 Ball Feel, How often have you seen a player under professional level run practice drills? Not often, I’m sure. “Scratch golfers” and “tennis buffs” practice drills often and take lessons, but sadly, most “pool players” only play and rarely improve as a result.
Nick "Kentucky Colonel" Varner
One of the greatest ever to wield a cue, Varner is also a great gentleman and ambassador of our sport.
One of the greatest ever to wield a cue, Varner is also a great gentleman and ambassador of our sport.
One Hand Magic
Shooting pool one-handed is actually quite easy--if you know the secret to "cheating the shot".
Shooting pool one-handed is actually quite easy--if you know the secret to "cheating the shot".
George "Herman" Balabushka
Aspiring creators need many years to produce the best. Fortunately for the world of pool, George Herman Balabushka handed down many trade secrets...
Aspiring creators need many years to produce the best. Fortunately for the world of pool, George Herman Balabushka handed down many trade secrets...
Totally Tabled Out
Perhaps the pool hall to dominate the 21st Century will eschew forty of the same boring tables for colors in as many hues as there are spaces. The movie script reads thus...
Perhaps the pool hall to dominate the 21st Century will eschew forty of the same boring tables for colors in as many hues as there are spaces. The movie script reads thus...
Cross Draw Stroke
Crossing the table with draw spin (underspin) is not the first thought for many players--but it works. Check out this technique for pool and billiards.
Crossing the table with draw spin (underspin) is not the first thought for many players--but it works. Check out this technique for pool and billiards.
Stepping Right in Pool
The first step may be your only one at pool--move the foot opposite your shooting hand a step comfortably forward.
The first step may be your only one at pool--move the foot opposite your shooting hand a step comfortably forward.
Right Off Track
Ball gullies are a help in speeding play, but they are noisy!
Ball gullies are a help in speeding play, but they are noisy!
Cheap Ploy
Far too small to offer a true test of skill, these are toys for young children mostly.
Far too small to offer a true test of skill, these are toys for young children mostly.
Monster Tables
"Five by tens" are rare monsters, in vogue during the first half of this century...
"Five by tens" are rare monsters, in vogue during the first half of this century...
Crushing the Open Break Shot
Learning to crush a pool break in billiards is simple when you learn how. Here are super tips on breaking with style.
Learning to crush a pool break in billiards is simple when you learn how. Here are super tips on breaking with style.
Carom Billiards
Pool Definition -- Carom Billiards, A carom is made when two balls collide. A billiards game whose object is to collide balls together to score points...
Pool Definition -- Carom Billiards, A carom is made when two balls collide. A billiards game whose object is to collide balls together to score points...
Aim Point
Pool Definition -- Aim Point The precise point on an object ball, where you aim for another ball to strike it or for it to sink inside a pocket. Most players line up shots straight for the back of the center of the pocket, but professionals...
Pool Definition -- Aim Point The precise point on an object ball, where you aim for another ball to strike it or for it to sink inside a pocket. Most players line up shots straight for the back of the center of the pocket, but professionals...
Follow Stroke
The follow stroke in pool and billiards is often misunderstood. It's used too much and not on the right point of the cue ball.
The follow stroke in pool and billiards is often misunderstood. It's used too much and not on the right point of the cue ball.
Cue-Z Review
The patent pending Cue-Z promises to protect your cue stick. Does it work effectively?
The patent pending Cue-Z promises to protect your cue stick. Does it work effectively?
Cue Tip
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Ferrules
The shock terminator of pool, the ferrule absorbs impact. Keep it clean and damage free and it will reward your pool game.
The shock terminator of pool, the ferrule absorbs impact. Keep it clean and damage free and it will reward your pool game.
Billiards Congress of America
Pool Definition -- Billiards Congress of America (BCA)
Pool Definition -- Billiards Congress of America (BCA)
Gopher Variants
gopher eight ball pocket billiards pool fun skill game practice technique how
gopher eight ball pocket billiards pool fun skill game practice technique how
Spot
Pool Definition -- Spot
Pool Definition -- Spot
Pro bank methods
I’d like to explain to you why it is that pro pool shooters often smack bank shots to the pockets at great speed and with a dash of english, too. How would you bank the striped ball to the opposite side pocket? You might want to review my simple-to-aim bank method for a few moments first.
I’d like to explain to you why it is that pro pool shooters often smack bank shots to the pockets at great speed and with a dash of english, too. How would you bank the striped ball to the opposite side pocket? You might want to review my simple-to-aim bank method for a few moments first.
Shark
Pool Definition -- Shark
Pool Definition -- Shark
The Black Widow Strikes!
Jeanette "The Black Widow" Lee, once a cocktail waitress at Amsterdam Billiards, now an international pool celebrity, and called by Rolling Stone "One of the truest stars anywhere on television", has announced her plans to partner with MDII, LLC to build the first Black Widow Billiards at Carolina Crossroads in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
Jeanette "The Black Widow" Lee, once a cocktail waitress at Amsterdam Billiards, now an international pool celebrity, and called by Rolling Stone "One of the truest stars anywhere on television", has announced her plans to partner with MDII, LLC to build the first Black Widow Billiards at Carolina Crossroads in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.
Tip Crown
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Chalk
Pool Definition -- Chalk
Pool Definition -- Chalk
Mr. & Mrs. Pool
When Mr. meets Mrs. pool can become more fun than a barrel of monkeys or an irreconcilable difference. Check out this cool pool game variation.
When Mr. meets Mrs. pool can become more fun than a barrel of monkeys or an irreconcilable difference. Check out this cool pool game variation.
The Unusual Jab Draw Stroke 1
To learn draw is to know the joy of pool and billiards. A long, long time ago, in a galaxy far away, when I learned how to play billiards, learning great draw was the most important billiards tip to me. Forward and back--and crack! The draw stroke is off on its way. Learning draw requires a basic commitment to fundamentals--fundamentals that go right out the window when playing a jab draw stroke!
To learn draw is to know the joy of pool and billiards. A long, long time ago, in a galaxy far away, when I learned how to play billiards, learning great draw was the most important billiards tip to me. Forward and back--and crack! The draw stroke is off on its way. Learning draw requires a basic commitment to fundamentals--fundamentals that go right out the window when playing a jab draw stroke!
Game Room
The scrappy Reitz Union Game Room at UF is filled with billiards tables, poker tables, a bowling alley and more. This game room is filled with hundreds of gamers a week seeking action and a relaxing break from their studies.
The scrappy Reitz Union Game Room at UF is filled with billiards tables, poker tables, a bowling alley and more. This game room is filled with hundreds of gamers a week seeking action and a relaxing break from their studies.
Jump Shot
Pool Definition -- Jump Shot
Pool Definition -- Jump Shot
Billiards Got Soul!
Does pool and billiards provide ultimate truth as to the nature of the human soul itself?
Does pool and billiards provide ultimate truth as to the nature of the human soul itself?
Cheat The Pocket
Pool Definition -- Cheat The Pocket
Pool Definition -- Cheat The Pocket
Cue Ball
Pool Definition -- Cue Ball
Pool Definition -- Cue Ball
Adjusted Aim Point
Pool Definition -- Adjusted Aim Point The best target spot for an object ball, not always equivalent to the aim point directly across from the center of the pocket. Many shots require aiming adjustment for ball speed, english, throw, table roll, etc...
Pool Definition -- Adjusted Aim Point The best target spot for an object ball, not always equivalent to the aim point directly across from the center of the pocket. Many shots require aiming adjustment for ball speed, english, throw, table roll, etc...
Top Jump Stroke
What if you could develop a pool jump stroke--that would cause the cue ball to jump into the air after it strikes an object ball? Here's a simple tip to get your cue ball airborne.
What if you could develop a pool jump stroke--that would cause the cue ball to jump into the air after it strikes an object ball? Here's a simple tip to get your cue ball airborne.
Shaft
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Chalking Up
Most players do not chalk their cue like they should. Here's a way to learn to chalk that will put you far past the competition.
Most players do not chalk their cue like they should. Here's a way to learn to chalk that will put you far past the competition.
Open Break
Pool Definition -- Open Break
Pool Definition -- Open Break
Examine the Joint
The joint on a custom cuestick is crucial to a dead solid hit. Made of steel, you can bash open a break shot or if wood-to-wood in make, stroke with confidence and maximum feel.
The joint on a custom cuestick is crucial to a dead solid hit. Made of steel, you can bash open a break shot or if wood-to-wood in make, stroke with confidence and maximum feel.
House Cue Blues
One house cue Charlie learned his lesson--the hard way. Enjoy this humorous look at pool cue blues.
One house cue Charlie learned his lesson--the hard way. Enjoy this humorous look at pool cue blues.
Kinds of Shooters
What type of pool shooter are you? Take our quick assessment and discover more about your game.
What type of pool shooter are you? Take our quick assessment and discover more about your game.
Steve "Miz" Mizerak
A TV phenomenon, Steve "The Machine" Mizerak took on all comers and defeated them with an easy grace.
A TV phenomenon, Steve "The Machine" Mizerak took on all comers and defeated them with an easy grace.
Hustler
Pool Definition -- Hustler
Pool Definition -- Hustler
Wrap
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Our handy guide to cue stick components.
Fish
Pool Definition -- Fish
Pool Definition -- Fish
Center Ball
Pool Definition -- Center Ball
Pool Definition -- Center Ball
Strains and Pains
An area sensitive to the pains and strains of pool is repetitive motion syndrome or in the hand and wrist area, "carpal tunnel" as it is commonly called.
An area sensitive to the pains and strains of pool is repetitive motion syndrome or in the hand and wrist area, "carpal tunnel" as it is commonly called.
Double Hit
Pool Definition -- Double Hit
Pool Definition -- Double Hit
Cue Stick Decorations
Designs on a cue enhance its beauty and collectible value (even if they don't add a thing to its playability). Enjoy our guide to the variety of cue decorations available.
Designs on a cue enhance its beauty and collectible value (even if they don't add a thing to its playability). Enjoy our guide to the variety of cue decorations available.
Object Ball
Pool Definition -- Object Ball
Pool Definition -- Object Ball
The Unusual Jab Draw Stroke 2
To learn draw is to know the joy of pool and billiards. A long, long time ago, in a galaxy far away, when I learned how to play billiards, learning great draw was the most important billiards tip to me. Forward and back--and crack! The draw stroke is off on its way. Learning draw requires a basic commitment to fundamentals--fundamentals that go right out the window when playing a jab draw stroke!
To learn draw is to know the joy of pool and billiards. A long, long time ago, in a galaxy far away, when I learned how to play billiards, learning great draw was the most important billiards tip to me. Forward and back--and crack! The draw stroke is off on its way. Learning draw requires a basic commitment to fundamentals--fundamentals that go right out the window when playing a jab draw stroke!
Three Cushion Billiards
Pool Definition -- Three Cushion Billiards, Cushion Billiards game played on a large-sized table with three billiard (bigger than pool) balls...
Pool Definition -- Three Cushion Billiards, Cushion Billiards game played on a large-sized table with three billiard (bigger than pool) balls...
Top 3 Shaft Tapers
No two custom pool cues are the same. The taper of the shaft offers a range of control options in determining play.
No two custom pool cues are the same. The taper of the shaft offers a range of control options in determining play.