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How do you play pool by yourself?

Published in Solo Pool Practice 1 min read

You can play pool by yourself by engaging in solo practice drills and games. One specific method involves setting up a solo 3-ball game.

Playing Solo 3-Ball Pool

Based on the provided reference, playing solo 3-ball is an effective way to practice your pool skills independently.

Here's how to play solo 3-ball:

  1. Setup: Position three object balls (non-cue balls) in a small triangle on your pool table, typically near a pocket.
  2. Objective: The goal is to sink all three object balls into pockets in as few attempts as possible.
  3. Starting: Begin with a break shot, aiming to pocket one or more balls.
  4. Counting Attempts:
    • Each shot you take counts as one attempt.
    • Crucially, a miss counts as two shots towards your total attempts for that round. The break shot also counts as one shot.
  5. Practice Focus: This game is particularly useful for improving your precision in pocketing balls and strengthening your mental game under the pressure of minimizing attempts.

By repeatedly playing solo 3-ball, you can track your progress and refine your shooting technique and strategy without needing an opponent.