Pool

Scratching in pool is easy! There are so many different ways to scratch that it ends up happening in most amateur level games. And that is a problem. Scratching can present your opponent with a huge advantage, depending on the rule set you are using. The good news is that many scratches are easy to avoid. The table scratch is one of the easiest. What is a table … [Read more...] about What Is A Table Scratch In Pool? (And How To Avoid It)

We've all been there. You're about to pocket a ball and disaster strikes. The cue ball takes a bad bounce and veers off course, heading straight for a pocket. Congratulations, you've just scratched. That's a foul and you will suffer a penalty. Specifically, you lose your turn and your opponent places the cue ball back on the table. But where exactly do you place … [Read more...] about Where To Place The Cue Ball After A Scratch

Size does matter. If you plan on getting a pool table for your home, you want to make sure you get one that fits in the space you have available. But you also want a legitimate table, not some miniature version that drastically takes away from the gaming experience. Luckily, there are several standard pool table dimensions. Keep reading for a rundown of the standard … [Read more...] about What Are Standard Pool Table Dimensions?

Everyone seems to use different rules when it comes to pool. That makes it hard to know exactly what you can and can't do without being penalized. And one situation that is especially confusing is what happens if you hit your opponent's ball in pool. And what about when you sink your opponents ball? Are either of those things fouls? Or both of them? The answer, … [Read more...] about What Happens If You Hit Your Opponent’s Ball In Pool?

Pool balls have a rough life. I mean, think about everything they go through. One gets hit constantly by a pointy stick that sends it careening into various other balls. Those other balls are constantly getting rammed by their colleagues. No pool ball is safe from the abuse. And yet, they continue on through it all. What are pool balls made of that allows them to … [Read more...] about What Are Pool Balls Made Of?

If you've played pool, you've played 8-Ball. It is the most popular and most common variation of the game, at least in the US. But sometimes it can seem like everyone is laying with a different set of rules. And that becomes most apparent with the 8-ball on break. Everyone seems to have a different idea as to what happens when you sink the 8-ball on a … [Read more...] about 8-Ball On Break (All Common Rule Variations)

Finding the perfect pool cue is tough. There are so many different options out there. The first big question you need to answer is what type of material you want for your pool stick. The most common and most popular material is wood. But graphite and fiberglass sticks are on the rise. Both have distinct advantages over wood that can make them a better option for … [Read more...] about Graphite Pool Cues Vs Wood (Which Is Best For You?)

Having you own pool table at home is amazing! You get to practice all the time, and you always have something to do when you invite friends over. If you've decided to get a table for your home, you've likely noticed that there are two main types: those with a wooden bed and those with a slate bed. So which do you get? Both have considerable advantages and … [Read more...] about Slate Vs Wood Pool Table (Which One Is Right For You?)

We've all seen pool players rub a cube of chalk on their pool cue tip. Chances are you've done the same yourself. But do you know why you rub chalk on your pool stick? Does it actually do anything substantial to help your game? Have you heard the expression "put some English on it?" It refers to putting spin on the ball. The expression came from British players … [Read more...] about What Does The Chalk Do In Pool? (Turns Out It’s Vital)

Have you noticed a change in the way your pool balls react when hit? Or in the way they move? Chances are the balls are dirty. Even if it's not visible, billiard balls get dirty and that affects the playing experience. It can also cause additional wear and tear to the felt of the table. That's why it's important to keep your pool balls clean. And the good news … [Read more...] about How To Clean Billiard Balls At Home (With Minimal Hassle)