A Power Stroke“When your delivery is good, the power comes naturally.”-Mike SigelIT MAY SEEM ironic, but the power stroke is not about force and power. It’s about sound stroke mechanics.The secret is a delivery that is straight and level with a good follow–through. Here are a few things to keep in …

Check The Rack“…if you’re playing a serious game, it’s the right thing to do.”Ewa LauranceTHE BREAK is often called the most important shot in pool. It sets the tone for the entire game. A weak break creates a congested table and future problems even if you do make a ball. A strong break leads to …

Riding the Nine“…a player jumps to play the nine early and leaves it hanging in the pocket.”-Tom RossEVERYONE LOVES to combo an early nine ball. It’s nice to get an easy win, but a lot of games are also lost by jarring the nine ball in the pocket. If you decide to shoot a combo, think first about …