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In many common lounges or bars, if the 8 ball is potted on the break then you win the game. In actual proper rules, the break is considered a fluke shot, and , as such, one cannot win or lose the game on the break.
Under proper rules, two choices are given to the player; spot the 8 and shoot from where the balls lie, or re-rack and re-break.
Keep in mind that if the original player fouled, the incoming player can elect to re-spot the 8, and continue as usual(cueball in hand behind headstring), or re-rack and break himself.
Also of note:On the break, an 8 ball launched off the table is not a loss of game.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 11y agoYes. The 8 ball rules under both BCA and APA do not prohibit a bank shot. However, a good break shot in 8 ball will strike the rack with a high level of force and by striking a rail first reduces the speed and impact of the cue ball - so, it is not a good idea. Also, to be a legal break, APA rules require that the cue ball strike the first or second ball in the rack as the first balls struck, and that either a ball is pocketed or 4 numbered balls strike a rail.
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∙ 11y agoThere is no guaranteed way to pocket the 8 ball on the break. However, the technique with the greatest chance for success is placing the cue ball near the side cushion and aiming for the 2nd ball in the rack with low inside english (low left, if breaking from the right side). This typically sends the 8 ball towards the opposite side pocket.
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∙ 12y agoNo one can do that. But, your best chance to to hit the ball that is second closest to you, not the one at the vertex of the triangle. Start with the cue ball off to one side.
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How do you earn put 8 ball off break in 8 ball multiplayer pool?
you have to break it and make the 8 ball go in a pocket (at the same time)
What are the odds of sinking 8 ball on the break twice in a row?
though question i think its a rare chance but its possible i dont think its skill but you must know how to shoot did it happen to you strange
How do you rack the balls in eight ball?
The easiest way to rack in 8 ball is by number. Start with the one followed by the nine then the two and ten then three and eleven. When you get to the five and thirteen put the thirteen first. The reason is tournament rules state "not to have a solid in either corner to reduce the odds of having multiple solids going in off the break" place the eight ball in the middle and break!
Making the 8 ball after your last ball in same shot?
In 8 Ball this is loss of game under most rules. The 8 ball must be the object ball and struck first under most rules.
Is the 8 ball neutral in pool?
Not exactly. In 8-ball, anyone can hit the 8-ball into a pocket AFTER all of their balls are off of the table. For example, if you are stripes you cannot hit the 8-ball into a pocket while there are striped balls on the table. If you do, you lose. Some people play the game of 8-ball with the 8-ball being neutral, meaning you can hit the 8-ball first when making combination shots.
What are the chances of potting the eight ball on break in a game of pool?
From 0% to 50%. There are many factors that determine the chance of sinking the 8 on the break. First, table size. A 7 foot table has more pocket opening space to rail space as a ratio than an 8 foot, and 8 foot more than 9 foot. So, the smaller the table, the higher percentage of succes, all else being equal. Second, player skill. A break has to be fast and accurate to get the necessary ball action on all the balls to even give the 8 ball a chance of making it to a pocket. Third, hitting the "pocket" in the rack that has the highest percentage of getting the 8 ball in good play, and use of cue ball control in that shot. Fourth, is just plain luck. On a 7 foot table, experienced amateur players will typically pocket the eight ball on the break once every 50 games. So, 2% of the time. Professional and highly skilled players can do better even on a 9 foot table.
What is the shortest billiards game?
For pocket billiards, 9 ball is often won in 1 shot. Both 8 ball and 9 ball can be won on the break,
If you put the 8 ball in on the break in billiards?
There is no offiacal rule that says that you can win like that, however in almost all friendly games, people play like that. well actually there are a couple of rules that might apply .1. In Most Friendly games the people that Know the rules and the game play by either BCA or CPA ( from Canada apa for the states) rules 2. on the case that you get the 8 ball On the break in BCA ,gets spotted or reracked and same person either keeps shooting or gets to break the rerack . In cpa/apa I THINK you win but I don't play cpa
What is a scratch with the cue ball?
In pocket billiards, a scratch is a slang term to refer to a foul where the cue ball either goes into a pocket or leaves the table. After a scratch, the next player gets "ball-in-hand" with the cue ball. This allows them to place the ball anywhere on the table, or, depending upon house rules or if the scratch occurred on the break, placing it behind the head string. In 8 Ball, if the scratch occurs and the 8 ball is pocketed as well, it is a loss of game - under some House Rules, a scratch when shooting the 8 ball is automatic loss of game.
Can you bank on break in eight ball?
Yes. The 8 ball rules under both BCA and APA do not prohibit a bank shot. However, a good break shot in 8 ball will strike the rack with a high level of force and by striking a rail first reduces the speed and impact of the cue ball - so, it is not a good idea. Also, to be a legal break, APA rules require that the cue ball strike the first or second ball in the rack as the first balls struck, and that either a ball is pocketed or 4 numbered balls strike a rail.
Can you play a back shot from the semi circle during 8 ball pool when you have ball in hand?
No.. There is no semi-circle in 8 Ball. Therefore, no shot can be made from a semi-circle in the game. However, any called shot striking a legal object ball first is legal in 8 Ball with ball-in-hand as long as the cue ball is placed properly (in the kitchen for a foul on the break, anywhere on the table at other times), although there are ways to foul.
In bar room 8 ball is it necessary for 1 the object ball to hit a cushion after contacted vy the cue ball or 2 the cue ball to hit a cushion after contacting the 8 ball?
In all the bars Ive shot at here on Oklahoma,neither is required unless specially requested by opponent and both parties agree to that before the break.
