Did you know that how you stand during play could impact your billiards game? If you have found inconsistencies in your accuracy, consider reexamining your playing stance. It could be making a greater difference in your pool game than you think. Establish Your Playing Stance During a Pre-Shot Routine How you prepare your mind and […]
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Jul
Jul
While often used interchangeably, pool and billiards refer to two distinct types of game tables. Find out if you have or want a pool table or billiard table. Plus, recognize the distinctions each has, and find out why we call ourselves A&C Billiards and Barstools. What Are Billiard Tables? The term billiards technically refers to […]
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Jul
Jul
Some beginner pool players may not be aware of the amount of control they can have over the ball. Therefore, we’ve created tips to educate them on the basics of the game. Cue ball spin comes in three different varieties – top spin, bottom spin, and side spin. By knowing how to add a little […]
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Jul
Jul
When you apply sidespin or english to your cue ball, how the ball moves depends on multiple factors. Appreciating the impact these things have on the ball’s movement will help to make you a better pool player. When practicing your tip placement for improving sidespin, consider using a striped ball to verify positioning of your […]
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Jun
Jun
When trying to improve your pool game, which makes a more significant difference – tools or techniques. The question of tools vs techniques is an old one. However, the answer isn’t simply to say one or the other always helps you to improve more quickly. Tools vs Techniques: Tools Can Affect Technique Did you know […]
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Jun
Did you know that not all pool rules are codified in official sources? There are some pool rules that experienced players know that beginners may not be aware of. Before you play with others, check to see if you know all these unspoken etiquette rules of the game. Pool Etiquette for What to Do When […]
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Jun
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Think you’re using official rules when you play? You may be playing with one organization’s rules that another group may not accept. While the World Pool Association (WPA) publishes the official rules of the game, there are other rules that professional groups use, such as the American Pool Association (APA), Cue Sports International (CSI), and […]
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Jun
Jun
Is it safe to shop in person for goods for your home? There are still a few questions that you should ask yourself before going out. Check these off, and then go shopping for your home’s game room furniture, pool table, billiards accessories, and much more in the City of Industry at our showroom for […]
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May
May
The COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to postpone home entertaining and gatherings. However, now that more people are becoming vaccinated and starting to become more social, home entertaining will become more important than ever. However, many people may feel rusty in planning social get together in their homes after more than a year of avoiding […]
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May
May
The pool table cloth does more than make the table look good. This piece of material is more important to your gameplay than you may appreciate. In fact, a worn cloth on the pool table’s surface could negatively impact the predictability of your ball’s movement, reducing the enjoyment of the game. Why Is Pool Table […]