The Pool Hustler's Handbook

Shot #18

(Solution)

Secret: 

This is a two-part surprise finish.  First, you will use your pool cue for more than just hitting the cue ball.  Second, you will make the cueball in the side pocket, just not the one on the table.

Execution: 

Shoot the cueball towards the end rail with a firm stroke.  As the cue ball is rolling, lay your pool cue across the width of the table making sure the stick is touching the 8-ball and 9-ball  The cue ball will go to the end of the table and then come back and hit the pool cue.  When the cueball strikes the pool stick, the 8-ball and 9-ball will go into their respective pockets and the cueball will jump into the air.  Catch the cueball in mid air and then place it in your side pocket.  You did just what you said you would do.

Trick of the Trade: 

To help the cueball to jump into the air, aim it to hit the shaft of your pool cue, instead of the butt.  For those of you who like living on the edge, you can try to catch the cueball in your side pocket.  I would just hate to see what happens if you miss.

Happy Hustling

 Chef Anton

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