Do you know the exact path the cue ball will travel? If you understand the tangent line, then you can visualize the cue ball path much easier, and allow you to position for the next shot with more precision. The tangent line...
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Rhythm: Play Like Dancing
Have you ever watched a good player in stroke and noticed how smooth and consistent his or her movements are? The timing of how your body moves is very important for high-quality play, and it also makes the sport much more...
How to Practice Without Doing Drills
If you are hitting balls by yourself, you want to make sure you don't get sloppy with your routine. Drills force you to concentrate and are excellent for practice, but sometimes they are not as enjoyable as just running a...
Universal Positioning Shots
Object balls often end up close to a pocket, making them much easier to pocket. These shots are called universal positioning shots and provide a wide range of cue ball positions due to the many angles that allow the ball to be...
Top & Bottom vs Left & Right Spin
When the cue ball has topspin or bottom spin, it will bend on the bed of the cloth in the direction of spin. You can use this effect to create follow (topspin) and draw (bottom spin) shots. When the cue ball...