How to Play Straights in Pool

Straight pool is what they played in "The Hustler" and is sometimes difficult for beginners. It is also known as 14:1, Continuous Pool, Call Shot and Straights.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Billiard Lighting
• Bridges For Pool
• Cue Stick Chalk
• Pool Balls
• Pool Cue Carrying Cases
• Pool Cues
• Pool Table Covers
• Pool Table Horsehair Brushes
• Pool Tables
• Pool Triangles
• PlayStation Pool Hustler

1. 

   Rack all the balls. Color and order do not matter in this game.

2. 

   Break. You must call the ball and pocket on the break.

3. 

   Call the ball and intended pocket on each shot.

4. 

   Score a point for each shot you make.

5. 

   Continue shooting when you make a shot.

6. Alternate turns, switching each time you fail to make your intended shot.

7. Re-rack when fourteen balls have been sunk and only one remains on the table. Leave the final ball where it is and a blank spot at the tip of the triangle.

8. Win by reaching a score of 150.

Tips & Warnings

• Lose a point when you scratch. If you scratch 3 times in a row, lose 15 points.
• It is generally best to let your opponent break since you must call the ball and the pocket to count the shot.
• Score a point for each ball you sink in addition to your called shot.
• Less experienced players should play to 50 or 100.
• Don't forget to call your shot on the break even though it's unlikely you'll make it. You have nothing to lose.

on 3/2/2006 Another strategy as seen in "The Hustler" is to make a soft break in order to leave no easy shot for your opponent.