Rules for pool-rail shots
There are some rules regarding pool rail shots. The principal rule is that the cueball must contact the rail before the objectball touches it. This will allow for the ball to pocket onto its right side. This is a more difficult shot than it sounds, but practice will make it easier. The cue balls must reach the object at a low angle and have the right amount of spin.
After the object is taken out, the shooter can try to make a legal catch. The shooter must hit only the cue ball, and not other balls or rails. If the player misses the shot, they can call it foul. In such situations, the incoming players may choose to accept the position at the table, or to have the balls racked to allow the offending player rebreak.
Pendulum Stroke (or Swing)
Pendulum strokes can help improve your game. This stroke is simple to master and easy to repeat. It hits the spot you want. Pendulum strokes are faster and more consistent than swings. You should seek guidance if you wish to master the pendulum stroke.
Maintaining the swing of your elbow is one of the most crucial components of a pendulum stroke. A drop in the elbow may cause the tip of the pendulum to strike the CB more than you intended. The elbow movement can make a tip contact difficult.
Push-out shot
A push-out shot allows the shooter to return a foul called shot. A push-out shot is an excellent choice for players who do not want to commit multiple fouls. If the shot goes well, it may give the player back control of the game. Push-outs are most effective when there is at least a 50/50 chance the opponent will make one.
A push-out shot should be taken as the first shot following a break. This is particularly useful when hitting the lowest ball can be difficult. There are no rules to this shot. The cue ball must not touch the rails or object balls. A push out can be as small as a few cm.
Shot of Multi-rail bank
The multi-rail pool banking shot is when your opponent has a puck between the cueball and the pocket in the corner. The shot's goal is to ensure the object ball doesn’t block the ball’s path after impact. This shot should be taken from the spot closest to the first rail of your pool table.
The first step is to find the base line and then parallel shift the cue ball to it. The second step is to strike your ball with the tip above the center, at medium-firm speeds.
Left English shot
The Left English shot is an important shot in snooker. The ball should be hit at least two-thirds of it. It will cascade towards the lower left corner and then hit the short rail before spinning back to reach the double rail. This shot can be very simple but many players make a mistake by hitting the ball too hard, and keeping the tip of the cueball on the cue. This makes it difficult to pocket the ball. After practicing the shot for a few minutes, you should be able to hit the ball consistently.
There are many ways you can execute the Left English shot. For example, depending on how fast and spin the ball has, the distance left of the rail will vary. This is a fundamental shot for any billiards player.