- Category
- Cue-ball speed control
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Duration
- 15 min
Stun-Run Distance
Straight-in pots with follow to targets at set distances.
Follow to set distances.
Cue ballObject
Setup
- Straight shot into the corner.
- Targets one, two and three diamonds past contact.
Execution
- Pot and roll to target 1, then 2, then 3.
Scoring
Pots with the cue ball within a ball-width.
Common mistakes
- Over-spinning instead of using speed.
Progression
Add a small cut.
Terms this drill trains
Easier variation
Two targets.
Harder variation
Half-ball windows.
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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