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In an effort to improve your game when playing any form of billiards, you must understand and utilize English. Using this form of cue ball control will assist you in setting up shots and to minimize the risk of scratching.

While playing the game, you may come across a shot which is “straight in” but if you hit it too hard you will scratch. Simply aim your cue stick at the bottom of the cue ball while lining up the shot. When taking the shot, be sure to follow through with a smooth and even stroke. The result will be (more…)

Pool is a game enjoyed by many, but mastered by few. However, with a basic understanding of how to put spin on the ball a person can be on their way to playing competitively. To simplify the explanation the ball can basically have top spin, back spin, left spin and right spin. These are used for different purposes and can be an awesome tool on those tricky shots.

Players who want the ball to have top spin, which allows the ball (more…)