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How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

To play pool like a pro, you need a good pool cue, a fluid stroke and precise aim. Whether you’re a casual pool player or you want to become accomplished, this Melbourne Function Venue article will give you the basic toolkit that you need to become better at billiards.  How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

1. Chalk the cue tip before every shot

As though you’re brushing the chalk on with a paintbrush. Avoid twisting the chalk on top of the cue.     — Melbourne Function Venue

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

2. Hold your cue parallel to the table for maximum control.

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How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

3. Accelerate gradually as you approach the ball.

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Imagine that you are moving your arm through the water in a swimming pool instead of hitting the ball with a quick strike. A longer stroke imparts more momentum to the ball.

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

4.  Keep your follow-through straight and relaxed.

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The cue should continue on its course and almost hit the table ahead of the ball’s starting position. Your cue shouldn’t slow down until the tip has actually hit the ball.

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

5. Stay down after the shot.

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This position allows you to analyze the angle of the ball and the direction of every other ball that it strikes. It also ensures that you don’t cause the shot to devi

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III : Strike the Ball

ate by accidentally introducing a jumpy motion.

 

6. Practice your stroke without actually striking balls until it feels comfortable.

— How to Play Pool Like a Pro Part III: Strike the Ball

Melbourne Function Venue Pulo Pool
Melbourne Function Venue Pulo Pool
Melbourne Function Venue Pulo Pool is more than just a pool hall. At Pulo we not only offer guests a stylish environment to play pool, but also the best quality equipment, free WiFi, great music, darts, massage chairs and much more. With a fully licensed bar and daily drink specials, our guests can enjoy basic and premium spirits, wine, beer or alternatively, have your favourite cocktail mixed! Pulo Pool Parlour is a fantastic venue for your next private or corporate function.