Category: Intermediate
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Understanding 9-ball Defense
INTRODUCTION In 9-ball, it’s not just about pocketing balls-sometimes the smartest move is to play defense. Safeties can give you a significant advantage by making it harder for your opponent to take their next shot. In this clinic, we’re going to explore three different scenarios from the diagram above: an aggressiveshot, a defensive safety behind…
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Practice Patterns: 9-Ball
Today’s tip is a good practice drill for 9-ball, and will put a bit of pressure on you to position the cue-ball correctly on each shot. Start with the following setup: The 1, 2 and 3 balls are one diamond from the rail. The 7, 8, and 9 balls are touching the rail, and the…
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Playing Smart
We all face that moment on the table. You’re playing 9-ball, and it’s hill-hill. Whoever sinks the 9 wins the match. You have just three balls left to make, but you have left yourself a tough shot on the 7 ball: At this point, you have a couple of considerations. You can attempt to play…