How Would You Get Out?

[alstl]

It is really a matter of personal preference. 5 in the corner is a more difficult shot but appears to bring automatic shape. 5 in the side easy shot but shape requires a little work.

I'd probably play it in the side but either shot works if you execute it.

 

[owll]

I play for the 6 in the side near the 8 ball, 1 rail straight down

If I roll short I have corner pocket A, If I roll long I have corner pocket D, If I end up on the 50 yd line I can use pocket A or the side pocket and get on the 7 fairly easily, if I land perfect better yet.

I like to use the entire table and this leaves me many options to the 7. Its very difficult to hook yourself on the 7 ball here, its all about speed.

I like to use insurance pockets whenever I can. Sometimes moving the cue ball 12 ft instead of 12 inches makes a big difference in options and angles.

Playing for one pocket as Alex did is the perfect example why insurance pockets and position could be beneficial at times.

More than 1 way to skin a cat, this would be my choice.

i go with this one sometimes also, on the 9' diamonds. i prefer when i can hit that second diamond bounce 6' and be good on the shot (id prefer the 6ball a little closer to center table, but shot is almost a go for me)

 

[NitPicker]

Alex played this exactly how I would have. Perfect safety. LOL.

 

[Island Drive]

The route I had chosen has zero chance of getting hooked, it's a lag rolling shot with allot less cue ball travel, ZERO draw, and a HUGE position zone coming off the second rail as it flattens out. If you hit the cut in the side too hard you STILL have two other pockets to easily run out from, six in the side or six in the upper corner if you over amp it.