Most Common 9 ball Rules

9 ball is a fast-paced and exciting game that requires a combination of skill, strategy, and precision. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, it’s essential to understand the 9 ball rules to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience on the table. Let’s go over all of the rules and regulations that you need to know to play 9 ball.


1. You do not have to call your shot.
2. Whoever pockets the 9-ball wins the game.
3. You must pocket the balls in order from 1 thru 9.
4. Any foul results in ‘ball in hand.’
5. After you make legal contact with the object ball, the cueball or the object ball must hit a rail
after contact or it’s a foul.
6. On the first shot after the break, you may play a “push out”. You must announce it. The next
player can choose to shoot or pass it back to you.
7. Object balls jumped off the table are never spotted unless it is the 9-ball.
8.Three fouls in a row is loss of game.
9. Fouls include:
A. Hitting the wrong ball first.
B. Not hitting any balls at all.
C. Jumping a ball off the table. (Numbered balls get spotted. Cueball is ball in hand)
D. Scratching
10. If you legally hit the lowest first and accidentally hit another ball in, it counts as good. No foul.
11. If you pocket the 9 ball and scratch, the 9 ball is spotted and your opponent gets ball in hand.
12. You must have one foot on the floor at all times.
13. Three consecutive fouls in the same game is loss of game.

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Conclusion

9 ball pool is a fun and challenging game that requires a combination of skill, strategy, and precision. By understanding the rules and regulations, you’ll be able to have a successful and enjoyable experience on the table. Whether you’re playing for fun or in a tournament setting, these rules will help you have a fair and exciting game. So grab your cue stick, chalk up, and get ready for a thrilling game of 9 ball pool!
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