A table scratch results in loss of turn with the cue ball remaining in place, but not the end of the game. When shooting at the 8-ball, a scratch, either off the table or in a pocket, results in a loss of game. If any part of the shot is not called, the turn is over, but the cue ball remains where it is. A common rule in many bars is that every kiss, carom and rail contact must be called for a shot to not end a turn. Table scratches and other fouls simply result in loss of turn and the ball remains where it ends.Įvery detail of every shot must be called. If the cue leaves the table, into a pocket or over a rail, the next player has a shot from the kitchen (behind the toe line) and must first hit a ball that is beyond that line or bank off of a rail beyond the line. Some bars play that a made ball on the break assigns group. Some places the table is open after the break. Hopefully the pool players in this subreddit can discuss what are the best rules, fairest rules and what set helps decide who is the best player. My goal is merely to list common bar rules that are different from the rules that are played by the official governing bodies such as the BCA, WPA and the APA. These are not all of the rules of the game of 8-ball, or nearly every variation that exists.

Billiards bar rules