BETTER H.S. Billiard Program- Ettiquette

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H.S. Billiard Ettiquette

Written by Administrator

Wednesday, 12 April 2006 19:34

Respect the equipment and other players during training & competition. Do not put drinks or food on the table for any reason. Food and spilled drinks will damage the cloth. Players who damage or rip the cloth may be charged $250 to recover the table.
No masse shots or jumping without proper equipment and training. Incorrect jumping will tear the cloth!
Please do not sit on the tables. The tables will become un-level and may crack the slate or break the seams of the slate. This will degrade the table playing condition.
Use the mechanical bridge if you can't reach a shot from a standing position.
Do not use hand powder, even if it is provided. It seriously degrades the table playing conditions. A pool glove (the color of students High School) has been provided to help in a smooth stroke.
Keep hands and cues clean.
When you're not shooting, hold the cue vertically. Do not twirl the cue! Players may be seriously injured.
Causing distractions (SHARKING) while another player shooting is not allowed during training and competition.

Doing anything vocal or loud while your opponent shoots (talking, coughing, clearing your throat, humming, whistling, etc.) Making intentional noises while your opponent shoots (example: dropping stuff, chewing loudly, cracking gum, tinkling ice cubes, tapping fingers, etc.)Deliberately moving while a player is shooting or getting into the shooter's field of view (chalking your cue, walking near the table, making sweeping hand or arm movements, etc.)
Standing at the table, especially behind the target pocket. If you’re not shooting then stay away from the table and remain quiet and study the table to get the next shot or win.! Do not coach or offer suggestions to your teammates while they are in a game.

If a foul is being committed you may not tell your teammate that the opposing team has fouled. It is up to the players playing to call fouls. It is required and very advantageous to know the rules of the game.

Pay attention during the matches.
Know the rules that have been provided to you.
No smoking, drinking, or eating within the Billiard area, during practice or competition.
No socializing with friends, girlfriends/boyfriends, family,etc... during practice or competition. From the very beginning of the Season it is HIGHLY recommended to have an assigned area for visitors. This will aid in the focus for the students, as well as the sponsors, etc...
Please practice good etiquette and shake your opponents hand before and after the game.
BE RESPECTFUL & HAVE FUN!