- Category
- Straight-in potting
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Duration
- 15 min
Spot-Shot Challenge
The standard spot shot from behind the head string.
Classic spot shot.
Cue ballObject
Setup
- Object ball on the foot spot.
- Cue ball in the kitchen.
Execution
- Pot into either foot corner.
- Use ten attempts per side.
Scoring
Pots out of 20.
Common mistakes
- Rushing because it looks easy.
Progression
Play with stop at contact.
Terms this drill trains
Easier variation
Cue ball closer.
Harder variation
Leave the cue ball past the side pocket.
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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Pot a straight-in shot and stop the cue ball dead at contact as the distance increases.
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Circle of Balls
Pot short shots at every angle into one pocket.
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