RIDING THE RAILS“… a serious player must have this shot in his arsenal.”-Larry SchwartzKNOWING HOW to shoot rail first shots is like having a get out of jail card. They get you out of difficult situations when it looks like there’s no way out at all.For example, when the object ball is st …

THE STROKE“The stroke is a beautiful throwing motion.” -Jerry Briesath.”The stroke is the center of the whole game. Without a great stroke, certain shots are simply not possible.As with all throwing sports, the arm motion comes back slowly and then accelerates forward. A textbook stroke might …

Insurance“Even the best pro cannot always control how a cluster spreads.” R. GivensBalls sometimes come to rest, creating clusters that congest the table. Breaking them apart can be challenging, but often holds the key to a successful run–out.The cue ball position and the tab …