Pool glossary · Cue Ball & Spin
Stun run
Also called: Stun follow, Stun through
What is a stun run shot?
A stun run (stun follow) is a near-straight shot where the cue ball arrives with only a little topspin, so it rolls forward a short, controlled distance after contact — less than full follow, more than a stop.
In more detail
It is the precise middle ground between stop and follow and one of the most useful position shots in 9-ball. Control comes from small changes in tip height and speed.
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How do I control how far a stun run goes?
Keep the tip near center, then vary speed. Practise rolling forward exactly one, two and three diamonds.
Train it at the table
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