Chalking“Chalking prevents miscues and allows you to pace yourself.”-Billie BillingCAPTAIN François Mingaud was a political prisoner in Paris in the early 1800’s. He also had access to a billiard table during his prison life. He spent many hours playing billiards and in his efforts to avoid miscu …

All About Angles“An angle—not too much and not too little—is what you want for top position play.”-Buddy HallPLAYING GREAT POSITION is the first step to playing great pool. You can’t run out with any consistency without good position. The key to moving easily from one ball to another is controlli …

A Straight Stroke“…concentrate on keeping your backswing on the stroking line.”-Max EberleA STRAIGHT STROKE is the foundation for practically all pool shots. You could set up on the cue ball precisely and take perfect aim, but if you can’t bring the cue stick through the line perfectly, you’ll mi …