idea for helping new comers to caroms

Interesting idea really.

Could even be combined with the new 5-ball game, or for those who can't afford the 5-ball set could be used on its own.

I like it.

Hitting more cushions = it's even more complicated for newcomers to pull off!

I still thing that the 5 ball game really is the best game for newcomers.

It has more balls to hit, you can try safeties (hide the combination the other player needs to hit) and you can also do handicaps (51 versus 71 points needed for the better player).

Also the fact that you will strictly play alternate turns also very motivating! This should be incorporated in any newcomer games.

@HomeBrewer: "New" 5 ball is not :wink:

Cheers,
M

M.G. said:

@HomeBrewer: "New" 5 ball is not :wink:

Cheers,
M

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How far back does it go? I've done some reading out of curiosity and see references from a couple years ago, and am quoting Paul Frankel in saying 'new'.

Would be glad to hear more.

I will be introducing the game of 5-Ball at the SBE and i will try my best to capture some video of them playing. Two teams so 2 players on a team. Alternating shots this way the better players can run balls and score lots of points. This is just the beginning to see if the players enjoy it. I will also try my best to get the young players 16 and under to play. All this start on Thursday till Sunday