Can you move the cue ball in 8-ball?

As per the 8 ball pool rules, the white ball can be moved freely anywhere on the table (behind the headstring) during the break shot. After playing the break shot, the players cannot move the cue ball at their convenience, except in some instances.

When can you move the cue ball in 8-ball?

You are allowed to move the cue ball if you are the first one to break (only on the break line) or everywhere on the table if the opponent commits a foul (for instance if they pot the cue ball). If you are playing in the mobile version, to move the cue ball you need to tap on it and drag it to the desired position.

Can you ever move a cue ball pool?

The cue ball may be adjusted by the player's hand, cue, etc., so long as it remains in hand. Once the cue ball is in play per the above, it may not be impeded in any way by the player; to do so is to commit a foul.

Can you move the cue ball on the last ball 8-ball?

Yes, per BCA rules, you can continue to move the cue ball as many times as you would like, until you execute a shot (which requires a forward stroking motion). Players may use any part of the cue stick to move the cue ball, including the tip, but not with a forward stroke motion.

Can you move the cue ball anywhere?

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In the event of a foul call, the opposing player receives cue ball in hand anywhere on the table. This means that the player can place the cue ball anywhere on the table (the cue ball does not have to be behind the headstring except on opening break or immediately after a foul on the break).

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Can you move the cue ball if you don't hit a ball?

Causing even the slightest movement of the cue ball, even accidentally, is a foul. It is not a foul to accidentally move any other balls (including the 8-ball) unless, during the process of shooting, a player moves a ball and it in turn strikes the cue ball. Even dropping the chalk on the cue ball is a foul.

How do you control the cue ball in pool?

You have a number of choices of how low and hard to strike the cue ball. The softer you hit, the lower you need to strike the cue ball. Note that if you hit too low or hard you will end up drawing the cue ball. Hit too slow or high, and the cue ball will end up with a bit of forward spin.

Can you space the cue ball?

Opposing players can place the cue ball anywhere they want on the table, except inside of any pocket.

What is an illegal move in pool?

18. ILLEGALLY POCKETED BALLS. An object ball is considered to be illegally pocketed when (1) that object ball is pocketed on the same shot a foul is committed, or (2) the called ball did not go in the designated pocket. Illegally pocketed balls remain pocketed.

Can you move the cue ball anywhere after a scratch?

A scratch, foul, or illegal shot results in ball-in-hand, where your opponent can place the cue ball anywhere on the table in preparation for the next shot. The only exception to this is the break (see the 8-ball and 9-ball differences that follow).

What are the rules of cue ball?

What are the official rules of 8-ball?

Eight-Ball is a call shot game played with a cue ball and 15 object balls, numbered 1 through 15. One player must pocket balls of the group numbered 1 through 7 (solid colors), while the other player has 9 through 15 (stripes). The player pocketing either group first and then legally pocketing the 8-ball wins the game.

Why do I keep jumping the cue ball?

If the cue ball jumps up when you stroke, you either struck it too far below center, elevated the butt of the cue stick, jerked the cue stick back, shot too hard, or all of the above. Try it again.

Can you get ball in hand in 8-ball?

"Ball in hand" means you are allowed to place the cue ball anywhere on the table (with the exception of fouls on the break which result in "ball in hand" behind the head string) and shoot any of your balls (or the 8, if all your category of balls has been pocketed.)

What is a foul in 8 ball pool?

If the cue ball simply hits the black 8 ball as part of your ball's path, without touching the player's object balls first, it is called a foul on 8 ball pool foul rules. It's also a foul if you hit the 8 ball and pocket it when there are still object balls remaining.

Do you lose a game scratching a cue ball without touching the 8?

When shooting at the 8-ball, a scratch or foul is not loss of game if the 8-ball is not pocketed or jumped from the table. Incoming player has cue ball in hand. Note: A combination shot can never be used to legally pocket the 8-ball.

Is hopping illegal in pool?

It's legal in American-style pool but not in English-style pool. The jump shot is only allowed if you strike down into the table; you are not allowed to “scoop” the ball. They have special, shorter cues to control the jump shot and some players even practice this shot and are better than others at it.

What is the 2 shot rule in pool?

In the event of a foul, the opposing player receives two shots and these shots carry (i.e. if a ball is potted on the first shot, the player still has two shots). When a player gets two shots, they can pick up the white ball and place it anywhere behind the line.