TIPS TO PLAY POOL...

When you are first learning how to play pool,it can seem like an art.There are various ways,strategies anf ideas to learn in addition to just getting the ball into the pocket.However,you'll have so much fun you will forget all that.To start learning and hone your skills,read on.

GETTING STARTED

1.FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE EQUIPMENT:There are generally three things to familiarize with that are cue stick,table and pool balls.

2.LEARN THE LANGUAGE:In order to play the game,you have to be able to understand the terminology and rules.Familiarizing yourself with the terms of the game will make it easier and quicker to learn.

• The"break" happens at the beginning of the game when a player breaks upthe 15 pool balls.it is the first shot.some players break stright on while others break at an angle.
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• A scratch occurs when the cue ball jumps off the table or rools into a pocket.Determine the scratch rules before you start any game.
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• It is common for the player who did not receive the scratch to be allowed to place the cue ball anywhere in the "kitchen" upon their subsequent turn.This is the area between the head rail and the head string:more simply put;the area between the edge and the second set of diamonds.

3.GET THE RULES DOWN: for now,let's stick to standard 8-ball.Quite clearly,knowing the rules is the only way to win.




                                                             PLAYING THE GAME

1.MASTER THE SROKE:  Each person has a different preferred hand position.if you are right-handed,hold th base of the stick with your right hand and rest the narrow end on your left.if you are left-handed,do the opposite.                                                                                                                         

2.MAKE THE SHOTS:   line the pool tip up with the cue ball,aim and hit away!sounds easy huh?

• As a beginner,focus on hitting the cue ball straight and with power.
• Aim as if you were to directly hit your object ball.see that spot you'd be hitting if you were allowed to?Alright.Now,aim to get the cue ball to that spot on your object ball.
• Experiment with slow,easy shots.sometimes a softer touch helps your ball to ride the edge of the table or stay in a more defensive position.

  

3.SWITCH IT UP:   Now that you have got 8-ball down,why stop there?                             

Try "cutthroat pool"

                                                                  Try"9-ball"

4.FOCUS: Always focus and keep your eye on the ball.Tune out distractions as best you can.

• Don't get too confident or frustrated the tables can turn in a second.focus on improving your shot,not winning.
• Allow yourself a game to warm up.