1. Check the rack. The balls should be frozen (touching). 2. Pick a light cue. Heavier cues inhibit arm speed. 3. Chalk up. You can never have too much. And don't blow it off. 4. Put the cue ball ...

Below is a short guide to breaking in 8-ball — if you’re playing 9-ball, you probably don’t need a guide. 1 Don’t break your shaft. The speed and power necessary for a good break make it an easy way ...

Pool is a popular game played using a cue and pool balls. The goal of the game is to be the first to sink your balls, and the eight-ball, in pockets.