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Bank or Cut?

Playing 9-Ball, you are on the 9-Ball. Do you bank, cut or play safe? Gobby says: Cut Why? Cut shots are always easier than bank shots....

When to Shoot Your Opponents Ball

It seems like poor sportsmanship, but it's part of the game, and adds a new dimension that can take you to the next level. Situation:...

Mastering the two-way shot

This is probably the most important shot in pool, so if you don’t know what it is, please take some time to understand and make it a part...

Robert Rice Sr. goes undefeated in APA

I'm not a professional pool player, but I can hold my own. I made a conscience effort to emphasize safety play this last season, and...

Tribute to a Hustler

By Jerry Reigel... I'm not an engineer or scientist like the Rice clan....I deal more on the human side....here's a tribute to an old...

The Problem of the Cue Ball Double Hit

This comes up all too often, and unfortunately there is no way for the human eye to discern a double hit. First lets discuss the...

What's inside a professional cue?

You may be surprised to learn what goes into the making of a quality pool cue... The first step in understanding the anatomy of your cue...

Choosing the right break shaft

Heavy? Light? Phenolic tip? Oh what to do? Hopefully we have some answers... There are so many opinions about what you want in a break...