What happens if you pocket the 8-ball and white ball?

A scratch is when a player pockets the white cue ball at any point during their turn. When this happens, the player who goes next gets a "ball in hand".

What happens if you pocket the 8-ball and cue ball?

It is a foul (scratch) if on a stroke, the cue ball is pocketed. If the cue ball touches an object ball that was already pocketed (for example, in a pocket full of object balls), the shot is a foul. Touching any object ball with the cue ball while it is in hand is a foul.

Can you pocket the white ball with the 8-ball?

If you pot the eight-ball before all your other colours (means you've lost the whole game too!) If you pot the eight ball – at the right time – but the white ball then goes in a pocket (yes, you've lost that game too!)

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 is scooping the cue ball illegal?

But why are scoop shots illegal in pool? Scoop shots are illegal (in all Billiard leagues) because they may bounce off the ferrule, not the tip. A double hit may also occur as the cue hits the ball, the felt, then the ball again (or at the same time). Scooping is also damaging to the felt.

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

Can you hit the 8-ball in off another ball?

LOSS OF GAME.

- If the player contacts another object ball with the cue ball before pocketing the 8-ball A combination shot or carom shot can never be used to pocket the 8-ball when the 8-ball is the legal object ball. Many areas will allow you to play a carom of the 8-ball off the opponent's object ball.

How do you pocket the 8-ball legally?

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.

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

Yes, you can aim directly at your opponent's ball and sink it, but you will lose your turn. You might do this if your opponents ball is blocking a pocket and your balls are so close to the blocked pocket as to make if nearly impossible to pocket your balls into that pocket.

What is the 15 second kiss rule?

The idea is that you kiss them for 15-seconds every day with the expectation of nothing more. No ice cream if you know what we mean – wink, wink. Kissing releases a lot of 'happy hormones' like oxytocin and dopamine, which is probably why when you were dating your partner you were head over heels for them.

What is the three kiss rule?

In the Netherlands it is considered quite normal for Dutch people to greet each other with three kisses on the cheek. It is also custom to do the same again when saying good bye. It's just a friendly way of saying hello and farewell. It's not limited to the Dutch either.

What is a foul in 8-ball pool?

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. Incoming player has cue ball in hand.

Can you hit 8-ball first?

When the table is open it is legal to hit any solid or stripe or the 8-ball first in the process of pocketing the called stripe or solid. However, when the table is open and the 8-ball is the first ball contacted, no stripe or solid may be scored in favor of the shooter.

Is a chip shot in pool legal?

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 an illegal shot in pool?

If the cue stick contacts the cue ball more than once on a shot, the shot is a foul. If the cue ball is close to but not touching an object ball and the cue tip is still on the cue ball when the cue ball contacts that object ball, the shot is a foul.

Is 8 ball pool realistic?

Realistic Physics in the Game – 8 ball pool comes with the most realistic physics and visuals, which makes this pool table game different from other games. Its realistic visuals make the game much more authentic and make the players feel as if it's a real game played on a physical front rather than a virtual one.

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.

What happens if you scratch while shooting the 8-ball?

A scratch is also considered a foul in 8-Ball scratch rules, and in most rule versions, it will result in an immediate forfeit. This is true only if both the 8-ball and the cue ball are pocketed in the same shot. If the 8-ball isn't pocketed but the cue ball is, your opponent receives a ball in hand instead.

What is the 8-ball pocket rule?

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.

What are the rules for calling pocket on 8-ball?

In Call Pocket, obvious balls and pockets do not have to be indicated. It is the opponent's right to ask which ball and pocket if he is unsure of the shot. Banks and combinations are not considered obvious and both the object ball and the pocket must be called or it is a loss of turn.