Can you sink your last ball and the 8-ball in one shot?

Unfortunately, you lost, according to all standardized rules of 8 ball. You cannot legally pocket the 8 ball on the same shot that you pocket any other ball. It has to be pocketed during a separate shot, after all of your other balls have already been pocketed.

Can you sink your last ball and black ball on the same shot?

Players may sink their last remaining group ball (or balls) and the black in the same shot and so win a frame. Initial contact, as always, must be with an 'on' ball. In this instance the player on yellows pots the final yellow ball and in the same combination shot wins the frame by potting the black ball.

What happens if you hit your last ball and 8-ball in pool?

Understanding Last Pocket

In standard 8-ball, the player who drops the 8-ball into any pocket wins. In last pocket 8-ball, you must pocket the 8-ball in the same pocket where you put your last object ball.

Can you make the 8-ball and another ball in the same shot?

Combination shots are allowed; however, the 8-ball cannot be used as a first ball in the combination except when the table is open.

Can you sink opponents ball and the 8-ball and win?

"Assuming that the 8-ball pocket was called correctly, and that the 8-Ball was the first ball contacted by the cue ball, and that no other fouls were committed, it doesn't matter that the opponent's ball was struck and pocketed by the 8-ball. The shooter wins the rack."

The Rules of 8 Ball Pool (Eight Ball Pool) - EXPLAINED!

Can the cue ball hit the 8-ball twice in one shot?

3.23 FOULS BY DOUBLE HITS

If the cue stick strikes the cue ball more than once on a shot, or if the cue stick is in contact with the cue ball when or after the cue ball contacts an object ball, the shot is a foul. (See Rule 2.20 for judging this kind of shot.)

What are the official pool rules for 8-ball break?

For a break to be legal, at least four balls must be driven to the rails or a ball must be pocketed. Otherwise, the balls are re-racked and re-broken by the same player. A game not legally broken but resulting in a scratch or foul will be re-racked and broken by the opposite player.

What is the 2 shot rule on in 8-ball 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.

Do you have to hit the 8-ball on last shot?

If a player fails to hit the 8-ball while shooting at it, it is a foul and the game continues. When the 8-ball is the legal object ball, a scratch or foul is not a loss of game if the 8-ball is not pocketed or jumped off the table.

Can you have 2 shots on the black ball in pool?

If a player is on the black, they only get one shot, however this is free. b. A free shot: A player must hit a ball. Failing to do this results in the loss of the subsequent shot and the opponent having two shots.

What happens if you make the 8-ball and the white ball at the same time?

This will be a foul. The other player will get 2 shots (dependant on your rules) and the object ball which was hit off the table is put down the pocket.

Can you pocket the 8-ball in pool?

Except following a foul when only the 8 ball (black) and ball(s) of the opponent's group are on the table, then with the first shot of the first visit, the player may legally pocket the 8 ball (black) as well as ball(s) of the opponent's group by any combination and in any order.

Why can't you hit the 8-ball in pool?

You can only hit the 8-ball as part of a combination shot at this point during the game. If you make a direct strike on the 8-ball, you lose your turn and any pocketed balls remain pocketed. Your opponent can continue to play on the open table at this point.

What are the 3 point rules in pool?

The 3-point break rule is in effect. For a break to be legal a player must drive 3 object balls past the head string, or a combination of 3 pocketed balls and balls above the head string. Failure to execute a legal break is not a foul.

What happens if you sink the 8-ball on the first shot?

Likewise, if you sink the 8 ball on the break, you don't win. You either spot the 8 ball or re-rack. Traditionally, 8 ball is a "call shot" game. That means you have to choose the pocket where you're shooting before taking your shot.

What is a foul on 8-ball break?

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.

What are common pool rules?

1) As a pool owner, you should be trained in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). 2) Never let children swim without supervision, even for a moment. 3) As described above, do not allow children to dive from the wall or diving board without proper supervision. Do not allow them to dive from the shallow end, either.

What is the best break for 8 pool?

The easiest hit for a break is to hit the nose of the rack, which is the center ball on the foot spot of the table. For this hit to work, place the cue ball at a point that is halfway from the center and the side of the table.

What happens if you miss the 8-ball on the last shot?

When playing the 8-ball, you scratch. Note: If you are shooting at the 8-ball and miss it altogether without scratching, you have fouled and your opponent has ball-in-hand, but you don't lose because of this foul.

Are jump shots legal in pool?

Jump shots aren't illegal in American pool, but to be legal, you need to approach the shot from a high angle and hit the ball down into the felt causing it to pop back up and over the ball you're trying to jump. Many players employ a jump cue like the Rage Jump Cue to make this easier.

Can you pocket the 8-ball anywhere?

This means that the player can place the cue ball anywhere on the table (does not have to be behind the head string except on opening break). This rule prevents a player from making intentional fouls which would put an opponent at a disadvantage.

What is a slop in pool?

Billiards Forum notes that “a slop shot is a billiard shot that was not called, and that results in a ball being pocketed via luck or via fluke. Slop shots are legal when playing a slop version of various billiard games, but are illegal when playing any game in its no-slop version.