Where a diamond isn’t in the right spot, this is when you have to start using your imagination andĮnvision “imaginary diamonds” in the appropriate spot, along with the corresponding Simple! However, if you find yourself playing a situation Ten degrees out in the opposite direction. So if you hit from ten degrees, either way, it should rebound Used properly, you can calculate or visualise the precise impact point to send the cue ball (or objectīall) to any other spot on the pool table. It will travel completely straight back towards the diamonds at the opposite end of the table and when The general principle is if you hit the cue ball perfectly straight at one diamond, The diamonds form invisible lines on a table, which go from diamond to diamond įrom left to right.
Into the frame of the rails, often a table manufacturer will use diamonds as the markers It is theseĭiamonds which can assist you in choosing the proper angles for kick shots and banks and ultimately actĪs your aiming system. On nearly every table you’ll notice little marks inlaid Take a look at an American billiards table. The following guide applies to 9 foot tables. And with a simple bit of practice (and a touch of Overall performance in a game of billiards. The Diamond System is used on American pool tables to improve accuracy and The majority of American billiard tables have them, most professional players swear by them and beginners