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Modern Pool, Technique, Pool Attention & Focus Training, Etc www.billiardbook.com Over 300 illustrations and more than 40 photographs guide you step by step along the way of learning the game(s) of pool billiards. No previous knowledge or abilities are assumed, but you will still be led toward your individually attainable level of performance. And this, if neces- sary, up to the most intricate subtleties of this wonderful game. Pool billiards is more than just a brilliant coordination of mental and physical adroitness. Hardly any sport can deliver more enjoyment of one’s achievements and abilities as this one. About the Author: "Even before I became a professional, Ralph taught Ralph Eckert (born 03/28/1965) is the first certified me many things that has had „International European Instructor". A columnist a tremendous impact on my of high acclaim for various billard magazines, his career. When I became a books have set the highest standards in Europe. professional his teachings More than just an instructor, Ralph Eckert is became even more insightful. undoubtedly considered a top European player. I can't help but pass on his His first excursions in the late 80's and early 90's knowledge to my students to some Professional Tour tournaments were well and share with my friends on rewarded with finishes in the money ranks. the Pro Tour. In professional Ralph Eckert started tournaments against the playing billiards in worlds best players, I still use 1982, joined the na- the principles Ralph taught tional team in 1988 me." and appeared in Thorsten Hohmann many renowned in- World Champion 2003 ternational tourna- ments, such as the Professional 9-Ball World Champi- onships in Cardiff 1999, 2000, 2001 and 2003. In 1999 he landed his first EURO TOUR titel in Antalya on LIVE TV. This, together with other successes in the European 9-Ball Tour 2000, secured him the European crown. Highly regarded as a world class trick-shot artist, he has repeatedly performed to enthusiastic audiences in many parts of the world. His trophy cabinet includes Ralph Eckert several official WPA Artistic Pool titels, such as: European Stroke Champion 2003, US-Open Novelty Shot Champion 2003, World Master in Bank & Kick Shots 2004 and World Champion in Trick & Fancy Shots 2004! Furthermore, Ralph Eckert attended courses in Sport Psycology, Mental Training, Ralph EckertModern and Tactics Training Modern Pool, Technique, Pool Attention & Focus Training, etc. at the University of Heidelberg. ISBN 3-9804706-5-2 EUR 35,00 Technique, Training and Tactics Litho Verlag Litho-Verlag, Germany Ralph Eckert Modern Pool Technique, Training and Tactics 1 Modern Pool Photos: Stefan Schmidt, Markus Ißle, Thomas Lindemann, Ralph Eckert Front cover photo: Billares Sam, Spain by Enrique Martin © Litho-Verlag e.K., Speyer 1995 1. edition in German 2005 1. edition in English Printed in Germany ISBN: 3-9804706-5-2 Table illustrations and diagrams drawn and text written by Ralph Eckert in Germany 1993/94. First published in German 1995 by K&L Verlag, Thomas Lindemann, Schwetzingen Germany. Published in Polish in Opole in 2000. Slightly revised for this translation by Ralph Eckert 2000. Translated by Oliver Samstag 21st of April 2001. Last reading in 2002 by Cathy Vanover, Dallas TX. Some more additional revision by Ralph Eckert in 2003/04. Layout and printing 2005 by Litho-Verlag e.K. - Thomas Lindemann published in Speyer – Germany. www.billiardactivities.com www.billiardbook.com www.litho-verlag.de All rights reserved 2 The author thanks: Billiard-Bistro "Pool-Position" in Bensheim -Germany, and “Casino F2” in Mannheim -Germany, where the most pictures are taken. Special thanks to the following persons, who helped me with their support, explanations, advices and ideas: Renate and Tobias Kim, Jimmy Reid, Grady Mathews, Stefan Schmidt und Markus Ißle for the photos, Antonio Gahete, Mike and Francine Massey, Bob and Cathy Vanover, Dick Lane, Bernd Woitanowski, Pradit Vandeevatanakul, John Thomas, Chin Chance, Gary Urinowsky, Bob Ferrel, Tim Perkins and Achim Sohnius. 3 Modern Pool Content Preface ........................................................................................................... 7 1. Material 1.1. The Table............................................................................................ 9 I. Playing Area (playability): ..................................................................................................9 II. Stability & Sturdiness ......................................................................................................12 III. Design ............................................................................................................................. 13 IV. Price ................................................................................................................................ 13 V. Reputation ........................................................................................................................ 13 1.2. The Cue ............................................................................................ 14 1.3. Pool Balls ......................................................................................... 22 1.4. Chalk ................................................................................................ 25 2. Rules, Game Variants, and Facts 2.1. 8-ball ................................................................................................ 27 2.2. 9-ball ................................................................................................ 28 2.3. Straight Pool .................................................................................... 29 2.4. Rotation............................................................................................ 31 2.5. One-Pocket ...................................................................................... 33 2.6. 10-ball .............................................................................................. 33 3. Posture 3.1. General Remarks .............................................................................. 35 3.2. Stance ............................................................................................... 36 3.3. Upper Body and Head...................................................................... 37 3.4. Stroke and Leading Arm .................................................................. 37 4 3.5. Bridge............................................................................................... 40 3.5.1. Handling of the rest (bridge) ................................................................................................ 43 3.6. Consistency ...................................................................................... 45 4. The Program 4.1. Aiming .............................................................................................. 47 4.2. General Explanations on Influencing the Cue Ball ........................... 49 4.3. Attaining a smooth stroke with a straight follow-through ............... 53 4.4. Standard Shots ................................................................................. 60 Digression: Pattern of preparation ....................................................................................... 62 4.5. The 1st Alternate-program ............................................................... 69 4.6. Explanation of the Side-Spin (Left or Right English) ..................................................................... 71 4.7. The Stun Shot .................................................................................. 79 4.8. The Kiss Shot and the Throw Shot .................................................. 82 4.8.1. The Kiss Shot ....................................................................................................................... 82 4.8.2. The Throw Shot .................................................................................................................... 86 4.9. Some small Position Drills ............................................................... 91 4.10. Alternative Program II ..................................................................... 94 4.11. Standard Position Shots ................................................................... 98 4.12. Alternative Program III .................................................................. 108 DIGRESSION: - First Habitualizing Exercise: “Ball Shooting” - .................................... 113 4.13. Positioning Drills ............................................................................ 115 4.14. Brain Washing Drill ........................................................................ 127 4.15. Alternative Program IV.................................................................. 129 4.16. Bank Shot Drills ............................................................................. 134 4.16.1 The Tip-Size-English Cushion-System .............................................................................. 139 4.17. Special Explanations ...................................................................... 142 4.17.1. The Follow Shot Curve ...................................................................................................... 142 4.17.1.1. The Follow Shot Curve in the System ............................................................................... 144 5 Modern Pool 4.17.2. The Draw Shot Curve ......................................................................................................... 147 4.17.2.1. The Draw Shot Curve in
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