The Pool Hustler's Handbook

Shot #17

(Solution)

Secret:

 By lightly bumping the table, the 1-ball and 2-ball will dislodge, allowing the 8-ball to fall to the table.

Execution:

 Set up the three balls as diagrammed.  Aiming at the 8-ball, shoot the cueball with a slow speed.  While the cueball rolls across the table, lightly bump the table with your thighs or slap the top with your hand.

 The vibration will cause the 2-ball and 3-ball to dislodge and move to the side.  The 8-ball will fall to the table and roll toward the cue ball.  If you aimed carefully, the cueball will hit the 8-ball without hitting the 1-ball or 2-ball.

Trick of the Trade: 

You must aim carefully because you have to hit the cueball slowly.  If the pool table is not level, the cueball may curve off course.  Don’t bump the table too hard because you may damage the table.   I have had most luck bumping the table with my thighs.  Just don’t hurt your legs because you may have to “run for it” after this one.

 A magnificent street performer named “Gazzo” has a great addition to this shot.  Since so many people know this shot, he had a set of Siamese Balls made (see shot #47)  He secretly replaces the two lower balls with these balls.  Now Gazzo bets the sucker double or nothing that the sucker cannot do it.  What a great scam!!!  I am proud to say Gazzo is a graduate student of The School for Scoundrels.

Happy Hustling

 Chef Anton

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