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(TML) Table Map Library - M5 to M1

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M5), Target Diamond (M1)

10:30 Analysis

Notice that on a 9 foot table, the path off the 1st rail come back at 1-1/2 diamond spread (1 tip out from center). For 8 footers, use 1-1/4 tip out, 7 footers, 1-1/2. (FYI, a 1 tip out on a 7 footer comes back at 1 diamond spread.) Use this to dial in your table for a predictable kick.

Also note that for the 2nd rail, the ball comes in with reverse spin. This shortens the angle out towards the 3rd rail.

12:00 Analysis

Straight back and forth is obvious. When the target ball is slight to one side, a slight shift to one side will make sure of a contact. Narrow sweeps make sure that if you don't get it on the first pass, the return path will be successful.

1:30 Analysis

The same 1-1/2 diamond spread on the other side. You can see that the 3rd and 4th rail contact covers the row of diamonds. A useful way to double-rail kick at a target.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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(TML) Table Map Library - Q1 to A9 short

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (Q1), Target Diamond (A9 short)

10:30 Analysis

This is a great come-back to me shot that returns to the long rail.

12:00 Analysis

Almost an identical area coverage, but with the cue ball returning to the short rail.

1:30 Analysis

By the time the cue ball gets to the third rail, all reverse spin is gone and the ball has running English. A very interesting way to reach that corner. Worth practicing.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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  (TML) Table Map Library - Q1 to A9 short was originally published on Billiard Gods

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(TML) Table Map Library - M5 to I1

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M5), Target Diamond (I1)

10:30 Analysis

This sends the cue ball into the far corner and then back up table into the left side corner.

12:00 Analysis

The top spin on the cue ball into the 1st rail curves the path just enough to send the cue ball into the corner pocket. Without the top spin, the ball would come up short.

1:30 Analysis

The reverse spin at the 1st rail shortens up the path. It also removes energy from the ball. At a Medium 2 speed, the ball will still reach to the corner to hit any big ball.  Because of the loss of energy, the ball tends to stay in the area.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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  (TML) Table Map Library - M5 to I1 was originally published on Billiard Gods

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(TML) Table Map Library - M5 to Q3

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M5), Target Diamond (Q3)

10:30 Analysis

This is a clever way to get the cue ball to the opposite diagonal corner. The running English expands the angle to come up short of the corner. The ball hits the last rail with reverse spin, which keeps the ball in the area.

12:00 Analysis

This sends the cue ball to the opposite diagonal corner. The ball picks up running English on the second rail. The pattern then returns the ball back into the first corner.

1:30 Analysis

Sometimes another ball interferes with a simple 12:00 1-rail kick to the corner. Reverse spin is very often ignored as a way to control ball paths. In this situation, the ball goes straight to the corner pocket.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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  (TML) Table Map Library - M5 to Q3 was originally published on Billiard Gods

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(TML) Table Map Library - M5 to E1

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M5), Target Diamond (E1)

10:30 Analysis

This is close to a standard "round-the-world" shot with running English. It comes into the corner pocket and is close enough to pocket a jawed ball. Worthwhile practicing this - just to surprise your opponent.

12:00 Analysis

This shot will bring the ball around the world and make sure to hit any ball a diamond short OR long from the corner. Because the ball picks up running English by the 2nd rail, the cue ball can easily travel down to the opposite diagonal corner. Play with this a bit so you know how it works.

1:30 Analysis

The ball loses about half of it's reverse spin on the 1st rail and the rest of it on the 2nd rail. You can see the angle in and out on the 2nd rail are almost identical. At the 4th rail, the ball comes in on top of the center diamond of the short rail.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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  (TML) Table Map Library - M5 to E1 was originally published on Billiard Gods

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(TML) Table Map Library - M5 to A1 long

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M5), Target Diamond (A1 long)

10:30 Analysis

The running English on this does send the ball to the corner. It's worth a bit or practice to determine the needed speed to reach that pocket.

12:00 Analysis

This covers a narrow band of the table. Some running English is added on the 3rd rail. The ball can reach the far pocket, but may need extra speed assist. Play with the shot and find out.

1:30 Analysis

The reverse spin makes this a surprising pattern. It's a good way to come back diagonally back up table. But there is a little twist. On the 3rd rail, the ball still holds some reverse spin - just enough to get the ball into the corner. Another interesting application of reverse spin.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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(TML) Table Map Library - M3 to A1 long

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M3), Target Diamond (A1 long)

10:30 Analysis

The running English makes a nice round trip around the center of the table. The ball will continue towards the far pocket and can connect with any big ball there.

12:00 Analysis

The line into the first rail does not "grab" enough to put running English on the ball. This allows the ball to come back up-table near the center of the head rail. The ball travels back down table and can cover a big ball in the corner.

1:30 Analysis

Most of the reverse spin stays on the ball at the 2nd rail. This keeps the ball traveling along the long rail row of diamonds. The table takes off any remaining spin by the 4th rail, which allows the ball to go down-table to the short rail center diamond.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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(TML) Table Map Library - M3 to A1 long was originally published on Billiard Gods

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(TML) Table Map Library - M3 to Q1 long

For information on the Table Map Library, how it works and how the information was researched - read "Table Map Library - Introduction"

CB location (M3), Target Diamond (Q1 long)

10:30 Analysis

There's enough reverse spin left on the ball at the 2nd rail to miss the side pocket. The ball gets to the footer short rail, but with very little energy.

12:00 Analysis

This is a good kick to the side pocket. Try this out and see what works for you. You can hit the 1st rail an inch down to make sure the ball comes up  short to the side pocket.

1:30 Analysis

The running English off the 1st and 2nd rails helps the ball miss the side pocket. The ball comes into the 3rd rail with some reverse spin. Some energy is lost. The ball can come to the table middle but not much further.

Other Sized Tables

For 8 foot tables, the same type of pattern requires about 1-1/4 tips out from center to get the paths shown. For 7 foot tables, 1-1/2 tip out from center is necessary to follow the pattern. The distances on small tables are less, so when the cue ball travels around in a trapezoid pattern, the rail contacts are more distorted.

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(TML) Table Map Library - M3 to Q1 long was originally published on Billiard Gods