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What happens if you hit the 8 ball in and then scratch in a game of pool?
If you hit the 8 ball in and then scratch in a game of pool, you lose the game.
Is it considered a scratch if the cue ball hits the 8 ball?
Yes, it is considered a scratch if the cue ball hits the 8 ball in a game of pool.
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.
What does ball in hand mean if you scratch on the 8 ball?
A ball in the hand is worth two in the bush.
What exactly constitutes a scratch in the game of pool?
In the game of pool, a scratch occurs when the cue ball is pocketed or leaves the table.
What are the rules regarding ball in hand vs scratch in a game of pool?
In a game of pool, "ball in hand" means you can place the cue ball anywhere on the table before taking your shot. "Scratch" means you pocket the cue ball or it doesn't hit any balls. If you scratch, your opponent gets ball in hand.
Can you hit a ball behind the line after committing a scratch in a game of pool?
No, in a game of pool, if you commit a scratch, you cannot hit the cue ball behind the line for your next shot.
What happens if you scratch without hitting the 8 ball in a game of pool?
If you scratch without hitting the 8 ball in a game of pool, it is considered a foul. This means that your opponent gets ball in hand, allowing them to place the cue ball anywhere on the table for their next shot.
Can you explain the rules and consequences of a cue ball scratch in a game of pool"?
When playing pool, if the cue ball is pocketed or goes off the table after hitting the object ball, it is considered a scratch. The opponent gets ball in hand, meaning they can place the cue ball anywhere on the table for their next shot. This gives them an advantage in the game.
What are the rules for the pool scratch game?
In the pool scratch game, players must pocket the balls in numerical order, starting with the lowest-numbered ball. If a player scratches (pockets the cue ball) or fails to hit any ball, it is the opponent's turn. The game continues until all balls are pocketed.
What happens if you scratch after hitting the 8 ball in pool?
Scratching after hitting the 8 ball in pool results in a loss of the game.
What are the rules for scratch pool?
In scratch pool, players must hit the cue ball into the object balls in numerical order. If a player fails to hit the correct ball first, it is a scratch and the opponent gets ball in hand. The game is won by pocketing all the object balls in order.
