Rule Books

When you were a little kid and first laid your eyes on a pool table, you probably just ran over to the table, grabbed a ball and started rolling it along with your hand. While that might make for a fun way of playing, the real game of pool has rules that need to be followed. In this section, we cover the rules of pool and snooker, but we also cover another very popular indoor table game: table tennis. There are many things to consider in all three games, so these three sections contain lengthy lists of in-depth rules.

Official Pool Rules

This is quite a lengthy list, but it covers everything. No question goes unanswered once you take a look at these 42 in-depth rules. This list is perfect for the novice who has no idea what they’re doing, or for the established professional who needs a reminder.

Official Snooker Rules

This list covers everything about the rules of play of the game of snooker, from the balls used and the order of potting to racking, using the triangle and even the precise measurements of the markings on the table, such as the half-circle at the head. There rules also cover scoring, opening breaks and much more.

Official Table Tennis Rules

This page covers many details about table tennis or ping-pong, including the size of a standard table, net suspension and net length and the proper measurement of the table lines. We also have information on the proper size and weight of a ping-pong ball, and information on the racket, such as material, construction and even the kind of rubber that can be used. Aside from that, this page also contains a handy list of table tennis definitions. Now you won’t have to stare at your opponent in confusion over some bizarre game term you’ve never heard of.