Strategy

1.Follow best practices concerning how and when to play safeties .

2.Don t bump into or disturb other balls on the table if it isn t necessary.

3.Keep the CB away from the cushions to enable a wide range of tip positions without cue elevation.

4.Pocket or move balls that clear the way for other balls as early as possible.

5.Break out clusters and deal with problem balls as early as possible.

6.In 8ball, choose stripes or solids wisely and identify key balls for the game (see 8ball strategy).

7.In 8ball, if you can t runout, play a safety early in the game.

8.In 8ball, break out clusters when an insurance ball is available.

9.In 9ball, break out clusters and problem balls at the right time .