In 8 ball pool, scratching occurs when the cue ball is pocketed after making contact with the object balls. When scratching, the player's turn ends, and the opponent gets ball in hand, meaning they can place the cue ball anywhere on the table for their next shot.
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When playing pool, scratching on the 8 ball means hitting the 8 ball into a pocket along with the cue ball. This results in an automatic loss of the game.
Scratching after hitting the 8 ball in pool results in a loss of the game.
In scratch pool, players must pocket all their balls without scratching (sinking the cue ball) and then sink the 8-ball to win. Fouls result in a loss of turn or ball in hand for the opponent.
you cant shoot the 8 ball.
Yes, if you are playing BCA 8 Ball rules. No, if you are playing APA 8 Ball rules, except the 8 Ball which must be called. Yes. If you are playing Straight Pool. Maybe. If your are playing in a bar, they usually have House Rules which usually only require calling the 8 ball in the US.
In 8-ball pool, the black ball rules state that players must pocket all of their designated balls (stripes or solids) before attempting to pocket the black 8-ball. If a player pockets the black 8-ball before all of their designated balls, they lose the game.
To use a pool table properly, follow these rules: 1. Place the cue ball behind the headstring. 2. Break by hitting the racked balls. 3. Choose either stripes or solids. 4. Pocket all your balls, then the 8-ball to win. 5. Avoid scratching or fouling. 6. Play fair and have fun!
There is a list of rules at the related link. Or you can find written rules where you buy pool balls.
In the US, whether you are referring to 8 Ball, 9 Ball, or Straight Pool you most likely need the American Poolplayer's Association (APA) rules. This is the largest governing body for these in the US. There are often slight local rules covering ball-in-hand and shooting of the 8 ball that may be different than the official rules. So be sure to check for house rules at a bar or local pool hall. The APA Rules can be viewed and downloaded at the link below -
This depends on the specific rules of the game you play. Under BCA and APA Rules the other player gets ball-in-hand.
No, a pool and an 8 ball are not the same thing. A pool typically refers to a swimming pool or a game played on a pool table with balls and a cue stick, while an 8 ball is a specific ball used in the game of pool.
When a player scratches after hitting the 8-ball in pool, the opponent gets the ball in hand. This means the opponent can place the cue ball anywhere on the table before taking their shot.