Matchmaking(that is the term used in esports) is a new and exciting development in the organized billiard league and tournament world. Its fargorate.
However its not practical for the family or household table owner. Spotting weight can be a great lure to get someone interested in playing a "fair match."
But that only works if someone has a solid understanding of tactics and cue control.
9-ball brought one great development, the shot after the opening break having the option to push and then to push back.
Everyone can shoot, but most new people can rarely estimate their ability to pocket a challenging shot.
I have been working out details for a game of pocket pool that can balance players skills and still promote fundamental concepts of layout understanding, while lowering demands on cue abilities. Basically if someone can't shoot there are ways to keep them interested in the game using other skills, (not sharking, maybe?).
Anyone else try to balance out a matchup but due to limited players in the area, create conditions that eliminate differences in skill?
However its not practical for the family or household table owner. Spotting weight can be a great lure to get someone interested in playing a "fair match."
But that only works if someone has a solid understanding of tactics and cue control.
9-ball brought one great development, the shot after the opening break having the option to push and then to push back.
Everyone can shoot, but most new people can rarely estimate their ability to pocket a challenging shot.
I have been working out details for a game of pocket pool that can balance players skills and still promote fundamental concepts of layout understanding, while lowering demands on cue abilities. Basically if someone can't shoot there are ways to keep them interested in the game using other skills, (not sharking, maybe?).
Anyone else try to balance out a matchup but due to limited players in the area, create conditions that eliminate differences in skill?
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