Rules for pool-rail shots
There are a few rules for pool rail shots. The main rule is that the cue ball must hit the object ball before it touches the rail. This will allow you to pocket the ball onto the right. Although this shot is more difficult than it sounds, it can be done with practice. The cue ball should hit the object ball at the right angle and spin.
Once the object balls are in their pockets, shooters can try to make an official break. A legal break requires that the shooter hit the cueball directly without touching other balls and the rail. The player can call foul if they fail to make the shot. In these cases, the incoming player can choose to accept the table or have the balls racked so that the player in question can rebreak.
Pendulum Stroke (or Swing)
Pendulum strokes can help improve your game. This is a simple stroke to master and can be repeated many times. It hits the spot you want. A pendulum stroke is more consistent in speed, and it is easier to replicate than a swing. You should seek guidance if you wish to master the pendulum stroke.
The swing of the elbow is an important component of a pendulum stroke. If you drop your elbow too early, the tip may hit the CB lower than you intended. This could cause a railshot. The elbow movement can make a tip contact difficult.
Push-out shot
The push-out shot is a shot that enables the shooter to return a shot that has been called as a foul. Players who wish to avoid multiple fouls will find the push-out shot a good option. If the shot goes well, it may give the player back control of the game. The best push-out shots work when there is a 50/50 chance that your opponent will attempt a shot.
A push-out shot can be used as the first shot of a break. This shot is very useful when hitting the lowest balls is difficult. There are no rules to this shot. The cue ball must not touch the rails or object balls. A push out can be as small as a few cm.
Multi-rail bank shot
The multi-rail pool bank shot is a shot that can be executed when your opponent has a ball between the cue ball and a pocket in the corner. The object ball should not be in the way of the ball's trajectory after impact. This shot is best performed from a spot along the first rail of the pool table.
Find the base line first, then parallel shift your cue ball to it. The second step involves striking the ball with the tip just above center with a medium-firm speed.
Left English shot
The Left English shot is a very important shot for snooker. The ball should be hit at least two-thirds of it. It will cascade towards the lower left corner and then hit the short rail before spinning back to reach the double rail. Although this shot is simple, many players make the error of hitting the ball too hard while keeping their tip on the cueball throughout the stroke. This makes it harder to pocket and keep the ball. After practicing for a few minutes, it should become easier to hit the ball consistently.
There are several ways to perform the Left English shot. You can adjust the distance to the left from the rail depending on how fast you hit it and how much spin it has. This is an essential shot for every billiards player.