Pool is a highly competitive game unlike most other billiards. It is popular all over the world. There are many types of pool in America, but the most well-known are the nine and eight ball pool. Most pool matches are played over many games. The winner is determined after the completion of a certain amount of frames. The winner receives 61 points. However, different winning numbers can be awarded handicaps.
The primary goal of the game are to have all the balls pounded. Each ball that is pocketed counts as one point. Any additional balls are worth one point. A player usually wins if they get the eight balls first. A player loses the game if they don't get the eight ball. If the eight-ball is lost during a foul the other balls are taken and spotted. The foul does NOT count towards the points. Players who have committed two fouls are subject to being told before they are allowed to play their next shot.
The balls can be divided into three sets: striped or solid balls, object balls, and striped ones. They are typically smaller than the American style balls, and come in a variety of colors, including dark violet for the four and twelve balls. They used to be all red but are now multicolored. They can be made out of wood, fibreglass, or carbon fibre. Common ball diameters include 2+1/16", 2" and 3".
The object of the game, however, is to steal the black eight balls. To do this, the player must place all of the balls in his pocket. He must also make sure all balls that have been pounded are found and placed in line with the foot rail. The balls that were taken are then placed on the table and the player with the most pockets can decide whether or not he wants the game to continue.
You can pocket a basketball without fouling by placing it close to your foot and calling the shot. Fouls must not be committed during the shot. All other balls must be placed in line with the foot spot. The foul will not be added to the points but will result in a player receiving a free shot. This shot can also be played with any other ball.
In the event that the player makes a shot, they must pocket a ball into their own pocket. The balls in the front row and the middle of the table must be hit first. If a foul is committed prior to a ball being pocketed, the ball must be re-pocketed. The player may pocket any other balls in addition to the ball in the front row.