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  1. allanpsand

    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Musical Auditions

    Here's an article on my blog that covers one of the many ways hustlers use to win games. +++++++++++++++ Are there styles of music that you enjoy? Maybe some rhythm and blues, jazz, classical, doo wop, heavy metal, show tunes, etc. are part of your music library. The stronger your appreciation...
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    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Bad Shot Commentary

    Another article about tricks that some players use that shave a few percentage points off of your competitive edge. http://www.billiardgods.com/hs-bad-shot-commentary/ Have fun - shoot straight!!
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    (S&D) Safety & Defense - The Frozen Cushion Safety

    Howdy Folks, This is an excellent way to wear down your opponent's will to win!!! Try this out in your various matches and discover how useful this defensive tactic ensures you have more innings at the table (and improve your opportunities to win). ;-)...
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    (FAQ) Watching your betters

    Howdy Folks - A lot of people think that only the shooting (pushing balls around the table) is the way to learn how to improve your skills. Actual ball-banging is only part of how to become a better player. Here is an article from my "FAQs of Pool" book. It adds a third dimension to the...
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    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Rules Expert

    Another way that hustlers win (without really cheating)!! http://www.billiardgods.com/hs-rules-expert/ Have fun - shoot straight!! :outtahere:
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    (FAQ) How do you use the tangent line?

    Howdy folks - Here's some good advice to help new players use real-world physics to control what they can do with the cue ball (from my book, "FAQs of Pool"). http://www.billiardgods.com/gk-use-tangent-line/ It's a good idea to share stuff l like this with them. We all need to ensure good...
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    (FAQ) How do you teach a new player on a team?

    Howdy Folks, Here's some useful advice when you need to help a new player learn something about pool. http://www.billiardgods.com/gk-coach-new-player-team/ Have fun - shoot straight!
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    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Medical Cane

    Howdy Folks - If you are watching someone use this (or a similar) medical "impediment" - it is fun to watch. For old geezers, this can be used on young smart-ass players who need a lesson applied to their pride. ;-) http://www.billiardgods.com/hs-medical-cane/ Have fun - shoot straight!!
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    (FAQ) Got any pool jokes?

    Oldies but goldies!! http://www.billiardgods.com/gk-got-pool-jokes/ Have fun - shoot straight!!
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    (S&D) Safety & Defense - The Distance Safety

    Howdy Folks - Here's another safety tactic that will make you a tougher person to beat. Rule #1 - make the shot. Rule #2 - when you don't have a shot, don't be nice to your opponent. :D http://www.billiardgods.com/sd-distance-safety/ Have fun - shoot straight!!
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    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Jump Starting

    Here's another shark description and what you can do when someone pulls this on you. http://www.billiardgods.com/hs-jump-starting/ Good luck - shoot straight!!
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    (BSC) Billiard Skills Challenge - Down the Rail, set 1 (Intermediate) Test Group

    Howdy Folks, Here's a basic set of three shots (progressive) for the Intermediate player. This is a test of consistency - shoot each position 3 times. A solid player can make the nine shot set. If you come up less than 100%, work on the particular shot until you can pocket the 1 ball on...
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    (S&D) Safety & Defense - The Confusion Safety Type

    Howdy Folks - People talk about safeties and defensive tactics. Here's a VERY helpful safety type to use when you want to torture your opponent. :thumbup: http://www.billiardgods.com/sd-confusion-safety/ Good luck - shoot straight!!
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    (FAQ) Should you own your own set of pool balls?

    Howdy Folks - Another useful FAQ about pool from the Billiard Gods blog. This one is a useful article on when/why you should own your own set. http://www.billiardgods.com/gk-set-pool-balls/ Have fun - shoot straight.
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    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Alzheimers

    Howdy Folks, Another blog post about sharking: This is an old geezer shark - usually pulled on any player younger than the pool hustler (minimum age to qualify as a geezer is mid-fifties). If you see this scheme in action, stay and watch the match. It can be quite entertaining. Here's the...
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    (S&D) Safety & Defense - The Bridge-required Safety Type

    Another article on a little known type of safety setup. The mechanical bridge is usually kept underneath the table. It is a little funny-shaped tool attached to the end of a long stick. It is also known as the rake, granny, crutch, ladies aid, sissy stick, etc. It is designed to play a shot...
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    (FAQ) What if your opponent is an ass?

    Here's a new post on the Billiard Gods blog. Some players are so wrapped up in their own world, they can't even recognize other players as being worthy of respect. In previous decades, you could walk into any pool hall and watch some of these arrogant SOBs strut their stuff in their own little...
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    (H&S) Hustles & Sharks - Accusations

    Howdy Folks, Another blog post - about hustling (from the book) Here is how the pool hustler applies this shark. He only needs an “apparent” excuse. For example, on a break shot that you racked, the balls don’t spread very well. He becomes upset and accuses you of improper racking. What you...
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    (FAQ) What do you consider in buying a used pool table?

    Here's another post (from the biggest pool blog on Earth): The reasons for buying a table are many. If you are buying it for personal use the room size limits the table size. You might be interested in getting a table (purchase or donation) for a non-profit location (local lodge/legion hall...
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    (S&D) Safety & Defense - Examples of the Bad Angle Safety

    Howdy Folks, Here's a blog post that provides some examples on what makes a "Bad Angle" safety - the type of shot you want your opponent to experience - many, many times!! http://www.billiardgods.com/sd-bad-angle-examples/ Remember - your opponent can only play the table that YOU decide to...
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