APA 9 ball Rules

[Jude Rosenstock]

This will be my last post directed at, or answering you in this thread. NO WHERE did I say ANYTHING about "scratching" on purpose. As I said earlier, you are putting words in my mouth and frankly I think you are trying to prove something to everyone reading this. What you are trying to prove is beyond me, but I'm done with being part of it.



I really don't know who you think you are, are you on the circuit, are you sponsored by anyone?

I'm not a pro, I'm a 6 in APA but I think I can hold my own with most people. Here's a quarter (25¢), go call someone who wants to listen to you.

Running out (or controlling the table) after receiving ball-in-hand is not professional play. You find that on the amateur level. Professionals happen to do it, too.

You have conducted this argument all day, refuting everything I say and the fact is, the advice I'm giving you is going to win you games. Look, I asked you to draw an example because I wanted you to think about what you're saying. You want to gripe about losses, keep the quarter and call mom. You want to post here, be prepared to receive criticism.

When I speak of correct strategy, I refer to when I'm playing against high-end amateurs and professionals. I'm referring to the correct shot. There is no subjectiveness in my approach. I'm going to play you the same way I'm going to play Mika. I don't tailor my game to suit my opponent nor do I think it's good strategy for anyone to do such.

I think most here will agree, when we discuss shots, it's with that in mind. We don't consider what will work against a relative beginner. Not here.

 

[Gregg]

Ok, I've reviewed your example and can say with certainty, there are absolutely no alternatives here. This rack will end with a 7-9 combination. Some players may even look for ways to avoid running to the 7-ball but the proper approach would be to pocket the balls in order to the 7-9. Any route that would allow you to clear the entire table would be extremely risky and low-percentage.

Is this your way of agreeing with my example and how it ties into APA nine ball?

 

[Jude Rosenstock]

Is this your way of agreeing with my example and how it ties into APA nine ball?

On the contrary. You say you have choices. I say there is only one correct approach. All others that you mentioned shouldn't even be considered.

 

[Bamacues]

Apa 9-ball is rotation...

...with an extra point being given for the 9 (10 points total possible per rack). The main point of the game is to pocket balls and control table position. It is not a bad game, but the object of the game is to pocket more total balls than your opponent. Skill levels are rated S/L 1-9 and the handicap is in the total number of points required to win the game, ie, SL 1 needs 14 total points, SL 9 needs 75 total points. It is a good game, and safety play is extremely important, but it is NOT the average game of 9 ball.

 

[PoolFool]

I have to admit I actually play in the APA for Sh!ts and giggles and I actually enjoy playing with the rules that they have for 9 ball. It makes the game a lot like straight pool. FYI guys I'm an SL8 right now that has been undefeated for two seasons and will probably go up to a 9 soon. I'm not bragging(actually maybe just a little) but as I've said, I like the points system. The only thing I do not agree with is that there is not push out after the break. I give up some points when I shouldn't have to because sometimes the kick I play is either too dangerous or too difficult. But hey, that's just my opinion.