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Straight pool

Also called: 14.1 continuous

What is straight pool (14.1)?

Straight pool (14.1 continuous) is a call-shot game where every legally pocketed ball scores one point. When one ball remains, the other 14 are re-racked and play continues; matches are usually played to a set score like 100 or 150.

In more detail

It is famous for long runs and is excellent training for pattern play, break balls and cluster management, because you are never forced into a fixed order.

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Is straight pool good for practice?

Yes — it trains position, patterns and cluster play more than almost any other game.

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