- Category
- Stroke & cue delivery
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Duration
- 10 min
Center-Ball Check
Shoot the cue ball over the spots along the long string and watch for any curve or side deflection.
Center-ball check along the long string.
Cue ballObject
Setup
- Cue ball on the head spot.
- Aim at the centre diamond on the foot rail.
Execution
- Shoot at medium speed with centre ball.
- Watch whether the ball returns along the same line.
- Adjust stance, not the stroke.
Scoring
1 point per return within one ball-width.
Common mistakes
- Unintended side spin.
- Head moving at contact.
Progression
Increase to two lengths.
Terms this drill trains
Easier variation
Accept two ball-widths.
Harder variation
Use firm speed, three lengths.
Drill objectives describe what the exercise trains. Results depend on the player, the table and the quality of practice; no drill guarantees a specific improvement.
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