The Physics of Slide Effects in Billiards: Mastering Cue Ball Control
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 5 mins
Understanding how the cue ball behaves after impact—whether rolling forward, sliding without spin, or spi...
Matt Graham
What Is Positional Play in Billiards? A Brief Insight
Matt Graham
Estimated Read Time: 3 mins
Positional play, often referred to as "playing for shape," is the art of strategically placing the cue ba...
Shot Anatomy: Defensive Shots (A Historical & Technical Analysis)
Matt Graham
Defensive Shots (Safeties): Mastering the Art of Strategic Play
Estimated Read Time: 5 mins
Not every turn at the table is about sinki...
Shot Anatomy: The Masse Shot (A Historical & Technical Analysis)
Matt Graham
The Masse Shot
Estimated Read Time: 6 mins
The masse shot is one of pool’s most captivating techniques—where the cue ball is made to ...
Shot Anatomy: The Carom Shot (A Historical & Technical Analysis)
Matt Graham
Carom Shot: The Art of the Ricochet
Estimated Read Time: 7 mins
A carom shot in pool is a play where one ball is used to drive into an...
Shot Anatomy: The Jump Shot (A Historical & Technical Analysis)
Matt Graham
What is The Jump Shot In Billiards?
A jump shot in pool is exactly what it sounds like—a shot where the cue ball is intentionally lift...
Shot Anatomy: The Kick Shot (A Historical & Technical Analysis)
Matt Graham
What is The Kick Shot?
A kick shot in pool is a clever tactic used when a direct shot is blocked. Instead of aiming straight at the ob...
Shot Anatomy: The Bank Shot (A Historical & Technical Analysis)
Matt Graham
What is a Bank Shot?
A bank shot in billiards is when a cushion (rail) becomes part of the shot’s path. Whether you’re driving the obje...
Mastering Table Shuffleboard: Strategy and Game Analysis
Matt Graham
Table shuffleboard is more than a nostalgic pastime—it’s a game that rewards precision, tactical thinking, and adaptability. Whether y...