2023-01-14 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on the distance the… Read More
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Four blogs to help you improve your pool playing skills and abilities:
- "Good to Know" Pool Stuff
- Drills & Exercises
- Challenge Shootouts
- Cool Pool Learning Videos
2023-01-11 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. Purpose: Runout all the balls on the table… Read More
2023-01-07 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2023-01-04 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-12-31 21:45
(About the author) This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox. You need to put serious effort into learning about your opponent. To start with, every person can only play so… Read More
2022-12-24 16:00
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The post (FAQ) How do you play a cue ball on the rail? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-12-21 16:00
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The post (FAQ) You are obsessive about pool when… appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-12-14 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2022-12-10 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2022-12-07 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2022-12-03 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. Purpose: Runout all the balls on the table… Read More
2022-11-30 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. Purpose: Runout all the balls on the table… Read More
2022-11-26 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-11-16 16:00
(About the author) This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox. Here are examples on how to use "Confusion" for 8 Ball and 9 Ball. 8 Ball confusion, example 1 This shoves his… Read More
2022-11-12 16:00
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The post (FAQ) What makes a smooth stroke? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-10-22 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on progressive poc… Read More
2022-10-19 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. Purpose: Runout all the balls on the table… Read More
2022-10-15 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-10-12 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-10-05 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) Strength of will is not required to keep going when you continuously have thrilling successes and things alwa… Read More
2022-10-01 15:00
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The post (FAQ) How do you coach a new player on a team? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-09-24 15:00
(About the author) At it's most basic, the pool table is a small battlefield. An excerpt from "The Art of War" is provided with how it applies to the competition between opponents. This segm… Read More
2022-09-17 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2022-09-14 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2022-09-10 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on the distance the… Read More
2022-09-03 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-08-31 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-08-24 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) In most offensive circumstances, all you need for the next shot is an angle on the next object ball. (Of cour… Read More
2022-08-20 15:00
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The post (FAQ) Game Rules - 9 Ball appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-08-10 15:00
(About the Author) This is an old geezer shark - usually pulled on any player younger than the pool hustler (minimum age to qualify as a geezer is mid-fifties). If you see this scheme in act… Read More
2022-08-06 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2022-07-30 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on progressive poc… Read More
2022-07-23 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-07-16 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) Every opponent you face has strengths and weaknesses. A safety plan identifies your opponent, what he can do… Read More
2022-07-13 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) Once you know how the cue ball will react off the rail, there is still a problem. It is how to adjust your ai… Read More
2022-07-09 15:00
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The post (FAQ) What if your opponent is an ass? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-07-06 15:00
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The post (FAQ) Game Rules - Bank Pool appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-06-29 15:00
(About the Author) Are you an individual who is courteous and attentive to others when they talk? Do you try your best to "get along"? If you fit this profile, you might find yourself the vi… Read More
2022-06-25 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2022-06-22 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition. PURPOSE: Start w… Read More
2022-06-18 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on controlled draw… Read More
2022-06-15 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on controlled draw… Read More
2022-06-11 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-06-08 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-06-04 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) You come to the table with two sets of toolboxes - offensive toolbox and safety toolbox. These include a comb… Read More
2022-05-28 15:00
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The post (FAQ) How do you handle an opponent who is a poor sport? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-05-25 15:00
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The post (FAQ) How can you practice with a friend? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-05-21 15:00
(About the Author) Every once in a while you face a hustler who uses this tactic to throw you off your game. It is designed to be effective over a period of time. He basically trains you to… Read More
2022-05-18 15:00
(About the Author) It's nice to have good allies and advisors around you. These people can help improve your life and life style. But on the pool table, do NOT expect your opponent to be one… Read More
2022-05-14 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
(BSC) Billiard Skills Challenge - Small Area Maneuvers: Set 2 Of 6 (Intermediate & Advanced Layouts)
2022-05-11 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2022-05-04 15:00
(About the Author) This set of shots are designed to improve your playing skills and is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. Purpose: Shoot the CB off the firs… Read More
2022-04-30 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-04-27 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-04-23 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) The following game examples explain how to use BPI to beat your opponent. Always remember, that number is an… Read More
2022-04-16 15:00
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The post (FAQ) How do you make accurate 1 cushion kicks? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-04-09 15:00
(About the Author) This tactic is commonly used by older players (qualified AARP members) on younger shooters (20-somethings). They are fulfilling an obligation to the past and the future. W… Read More
2022-04-06 15:00
(About the Author) This shark is designed to slowly develop a strong sense of irritation and frustration. The pool hustler calls out every single ball action about every single shot - in exc… Read More
2022-04-02 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2022-03-30 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition. PURPOSE: Start w… Read More
2022-03-26 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on precision cue b… Read More
2022-03-23 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on progressive poc… Read More
2022-03-19 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-03-16 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-03-09 16:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) When you decide that the best shot for the circumstances is a safety, there are a wide variety of factors to… Read More
2022-03-05 16:00
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The post (FAQ) How should you pack cue sticks for airline baggage? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-03-02 16:00
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The post (FAQ) Can you get hurt playing pool? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2022-02-26 16:00
(About the Author) This is another hustling trick that is common in most pool playing environments where the pool tables are not in excellent condition. It is commonly used against a player… Read More
2022-02-23 16:00
(About the Author) You would think that a key requirement of any sharking trick is to intrude on your thoughts. But this apparently innocent tactic is a destroyer of focus if you are the typ… Read More
(BSC) Billiard Skills Challenge - Small Area Maneuvers: Set 3 Of 6 (Intermediate & Advanced Layouts)
2022-02-16 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2022-02-12 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on the distance the… Read More
2022-02-05 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-02-02 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2022-01-26 16:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) Every opponent you face has strengths and weaknesses. A safety plan identifies your opponent, what he can do… Read More
2022-01-15 16:00
(About the Author) A good hustler can take this shark and become inventive. It is very effective when used in circumstances where there is almost no verbal communications between players. Th… Read More
2022-01-12 16:00
(About the Author) When this psychological tactic is well-played, your first thought is to wonder if your opponent really might be insane. On second thought, you might consider whether he mi… Read More
2022-01-08 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
(BSC) Billiard Skills Challenge - Small Area Maneuvers: Set 1 Of 6 (Intermediate & Advanced Layouts)
2022-01-05 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2021-12-29 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on the distance the… Read More
2021-12-25 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2021-12-22 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2021-12-18 16:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) Maybe an effective hidden ball safety worked or your opponent badly screwed up to give you a ball in hand sit… Read More
2021-12-15 16:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) This is a variation of the hidden ball safety. A wall of balls provides overlapping shadow zones that togethe… Read More
2021-12-04 16:00
(About the Author) These are a number of smaller tricks that a pool hustler can use against you, even while you are at the table and he is waiting to play. All he needs to do is set up a wai… Read More
2021-12-01 16:00
(About the Author) This is one of the easiest sharks that a pool hustler can use against you – your own false ideology, constructed on a delusional belief in competency. In competition… Read More
2021-11-27 16:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2021-11-17 16:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your shooting skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. This setup concentrates on precision cue b… Read More
2021-11-13 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2021-11-10 16:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2021-11-06 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) A safety battle is an exchange of safeties, each shooter taking his turn at placing the balls in difficult or… Read More
2021-11-03 15:00
(About the author) (This is today's bit of advice from the book Safety Toolbox.) As you become more able to make good decisions, you are more able to consider consequences. There are situati… Read More
2021-10-30 15:00
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The post (FAQ) Should you gamble? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2021-10-27 15:00
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The post (FAQ) How does someone concede a game? appeared first on Billiard Gods Read More
2021-10-23 15:00
(About the Author) Definitions Random House Dictionary definitions: competition - rivalry between two or more persons or groups for an object desired in common, usually resulting in a victor… Read More
2021-10-13 19:34
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2021-10-09 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. This progressive set develops personal confidence when similar shots come up during competition - and define Comfort Zo… Read More
2021-10-06 15:00
(About the Author) Here is Today's Test Group Challenge from the book. Several run-outs in a row develops personal confidence when similar maneuvering is needed to run-out to a game win duri… Read More
2021-10-02 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2021-09-29 15:00
This is today's set of Cue Ball Cheats. These practice setups (and others in the book and blog) help you learn HOW to apply an exact speed and spin. That precision is how to get perfect shap… Read More
2021-09-25 15:00
(About the Author) This progressive exercise to improve your playing skills is in the book Drills & Exercises for Pool & Pocket Billiards. Purpose: Runout all the balls on the table… Read More
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