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Rainy UK weather, zero things going to plan… so we did what any sensible pool player would do — we turned it into a challenge. 🎱

In this episode of Rack & Roam, I take on the same opponent across three different disciplines on a 9-foot American table:

👉 First to 3 – 8 Ball (WPA rules)
👉 First to 3 – 9 Ball
👉 First to 3 – 10 Ball

Same table. Same opponent. Three completely different mental battles.
We’re playing on a stunning 9ft Rasson American setup as we prepare for our upcoming Southeast Asia pool tour — but today’s performance? Let’s just say… pressure does funny things when the camera’s rolling.

This one is most certainly NOT polished perfection. It’s nerves, missed opportunities, bad thinking, adapting to different rule sets, and learning how performance often caves under pressure, especially as a learner.

If you’ve ever wondered:
• What’s the real difference between 8-ball, 9-ball and 10-ball?
• How much harder is WPA call-shot 8-ball on a 9ft table?
• Does pressure affect your cue action and decision-making?
• Why is breaking more difficult on American 9ft pool tables?

This episode shows it all — the good, the bad and the brutally honest.

💬 Also… I welcome any breaking (and general) advice. If you’ve got tips, drills, or technical corrections, drop them in the comments. I might genuinely need breaking school though!

📍Venue: Abbeydale Ballroom, Sheffield, UK
Thanks to the team for having us down and letting us film!

🎱 ABOUT RACK & ROAM
This channel follows my journey back into my passion for pool after years away from the game including a mix of travelling, playing different venues, testing different formats, and documenting the reality of improving as an adult player.

It’s not just about winning — it’s about growth, mindset, travel, and the pure love of the game.

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