Is neutralize your opponents STRONGEST game. For example, if you recognize that a 9 ball player is stronger than you are. The VERY FIRST things you say is "I don't play 9ball I wanna play 8ball" ✔ I know it sounds simple, but most matches are won or lost at the BEGINNING BY TAKING A BAD MATCH TO START WITH!!!!!!! Trust me I'm a former 1-5 Dime sports handicapper so I KNOW about matchups and evaluating all criteria. Pool is in my HEART. I grew up playing. Therefore, I KNOW money, matchups and pool. HAPPY SHOOTING EVERYONE!! Stay away from bad matchups!!