Abstract: A billiards aiming and shot training device is disclosed. The device includes a hand grip having an index finger support, middle finger support and thumb support. Extending from the hand grip is a billiards cue supporting surface. The supporting surface has a channel surface that forms a trough sized and dimensioned to allow a shaft of a billiards cue to slide therein. The device may further include one or more forward facing sighting lasers to aid the billiards player in aligning a shot.

Abstract: An aiming device for a billiard cue is disclosed herein, which includes a fixing member, an extending member coupled with the fixing member at one end thereof, a parallel light source coupled with the other end of the extending member and having a projection hole for passing a parallel light beam emitted from the parallel light source, and a cylindrical lens mounted on one end of the parallel light source in front of the projection hole, whereby the parallel light beam becomes a fanned light beam after it passes through the cylindrical lens. The aiming device of the present invention can provide a high precise aiming in billiards.

Abstract: A shot training aid for a billiards cue for a billiards player to learn how to properly aim a shot in a game of billiards is disclosed. The shot training aid includes a main arm removably secured substantially at a tip of the billiards cue. The main arm has a left end portion and a right end portion. A left shot guide extends from the left end portion of the main arm and beyond the tip of the billiards cue. A right shot guide extends from the right end portion of the main arm and beyond the tip of the billiards cue. The left shot guide and the right shot guide are configured and arranged to accept a cue ball therebetween. When the billiards player properly aligns the billiards cue with the cue ball, neither the left shot guide nor the right shot guide contact the cue ball.

Abstract: The invention relates to a billiards game table and billiards in the form of puck type devices. The billiards table is design with a magnetic ferrite material comprising of the inner part of the table. The billiard type puck contains a magnetic ferrite which enable it's to be remain constantly in suspended motion. The design of the puck with the ceramic magnet within the puck itself allows the device to perpetually levitate above the surface of the table. The combination of using a magnet material as a table in combination with the billiard type puck allows the puck to move freely above the table surface. This constant levitation permits the user to hit the billiard type puck with another thereby culminating in a billiards game. The source for levitation is the use of a magnetic ferrite table and puck with magnetic ferrite. By allowing the puck with a bottom surface and table top surface with same magnetic polarities permits the puck to perpetually levitate.

Abstract: A billiard aim instruction kit for pocket billiards. A position reference tool is placed at locations on a pocket billiard table surface and aligned aiming toward a pocket. A marking powder packet is used to mark each location. The position reference tool is then removed to reveal each location's aiming point reference mark, 5 object ball position marks, 5 aiming angle reference marks and a center hit cue ball direction reference mark. An object ball is centered on the 5 object ball position marks of each location marked and rail indicators mark the rail for cue ball direction. The student shoots the cue ball from one of 5 different aiming angle reference points a multiplicity of times without further marking procedures. After each shot the student receives feed back as he compares results with the rail indicator and graphics on the position reference tool.

Abstract: An apparatus for billiards practice, comprising a housing; an emitter connectively disposed to the housing; a pair of detectors equally spaced about the emitter; a controller having logic controlling the emitter; at least one indicator in communication with the logic; the logic receiving at least one signal from the detectors via the emitter projecting the signal onto the surface of the billiards ball; the logic resolving the position of the billiards ball with respect to the emitter in concert with the detectors; and a response to the logic resolved position of the billiards ball via the indicator. The player's instant feedback is implemented via a controller disposed within the billiards practice device. The controller has means to emit infrared signals and capture the return reflected infrared signal from the cue ball. The returned infrared signals are interpreted and processed via the controller.

Abstract: Apparatus for cooperation with an associated billiard table which includes first and second laser apparatus for producing respective first and second laser spots, a rack for positioning a plurality of balls confined within said rack. The rack has first and second indicia thereon and a support carrying said first and second laser apparatus in spaced relationship. The support may be dimensioned and configured to permit adjustment thereof to align respectively said first and second laser spots with respectively said first and second indicia when said rack is in a predetermined location on the associated billiard table.

Abstract: A cue sports training device which is adapted in use to be used with a cue sports table such as a billiard, snooker or pool which has a playing surface bounded by an edge and supports a plurality of balls which may rebound from the edge. The device is located near the table. The device having a light source which emits a light beam across the playing surface, the light beam having a principal axis, the device includes an adjustment element which varys the angular displacement of the principal axis of the light beam about an axis perpendicular to the playing surface, the beam positioned such that it will be incident with the balls, wherein in use the device is positioned on the periphery and the angular displacement of the light beam is adjusted to define a desired path for a ball over the playing surface.

Abstract: A method is provided for determining where a cue ball must cause an object billiard ball to strike a bumper of a billiards table in order to drive the object ball into a selected pocket of the billiards table of the type having two opposed end rails and two opposed side rails. A second method is provided for determining where a cue ball must strike a bumper of a billiards table in order to rebound and strike an object ball, driving the object ball into a selected pocket of the billiards table.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for conditioning participants in games of billiards or the like to visualize the geometry underlying the pocketing of an object ball as the result of impact by a cue ball through respective employment of a training device. The device adapted to be positioned above the playing surface and out of the field of play, the device consists of support and platform members, said plataform member rotatable in a horizontal plane housing three laser light-emitting means, the first being projected downwardly to illuminate a selected object ball, the second downwardly projecting a line path from the illuminated object ball to the designated target, and the third is directed downwardly to emit a beam projected on the “aim spot,” whereby the cue ball is propelled over the “aim spot” impacting the object ball causing the objet ball to travel along the illuminated line path to the designated target.

Abstract: According to the invention there is provided a rest for a cue having an elongated shaft defining a central longitudinally extending shaft axis, a table engaging means, and an intermediate connecting means connecting the table engaging means with the shaft, the intermediate connecting means being shaped for avoiding an obstruction on the table adjacent a location where the table engaging means is to engage the table. There is further provided a means to restrain rotational movement of the intermediate connecting means about the shaft axis.

Abstract: A billiard rack laser system for positioning a rack for a billiard game includes a pool table having an alignment mark and a pool rack having a laser operably connected thereto such that when the rack is placed on the table, the laser is equipped to illuminate a beam which when directed at the alignment mark illuminates the same thereby indicates a proper spot of the rack for positioning the same on the table.

Abstract: A sight-through billiards aiming device for assisting players in executing bank and kick shots, including two handles rotatably connected to a base at a common rotational axis, the base having a reference element extending along a substantially straight line that intersects and is perpendicular to the rotational axis. The inside edge of each handle lies along a line that intersects and is perpendicular to the rotational axis. The handles move simultaneously and in opposite directions, so that the angle between the inside edge of the first handle and the reference element is always equal and opposite to the angle between the inside edge of the second handle and the reference element. In a preferred embodiment, each handle has a sighting element along its inner edge and terminating at the rotational axis.

Abstract: A billiards indicator system and method for providing a convenient reminder of whether a person is to shoot at solid colored or striped balls. The billiards indicator system and method includes a first conical member which is substantially hollow, and designed for being slideably received by an external surface of a lower portion of a pool cue. The first conical member has at least a pair of indicia positioned on a surface. Similarly, a second conical member is substantially hollow. The second conical member is rotatably coupleable with the first conical member. The first conical member is nested inside the second conical member. The second conical member has an aperture extending therethrough. The second conical member is rotatable to expose a selected one of the pair of indicia through the aperture.

Abstract: A device for calculating where a cue ball must cause an object billiard ball to strike the bumper of a billiards table in order to drive the object ball into a selected pocket of the billiards table of the type having two opposed end rails and two opposed side rails. The device includes a plotting board and a guide. The plotting board comprises a scaled playing table portion and at least one scaled mirror table portion having pocket positions formed thereon, wherein the mirror table adjoins at least one of the opposed end rails or opposed side rails and is a mirror image of the playing table portion. The plotter comprises a guide and an object ball arm, the object ball arm having a pocket guide end and an object end.

Abstract: A combination of a cue ball and an object ball is used for aiming a cue ball to impact an object ball for motion of the object ball in a desired direction. The object ball has a series of object indicia on the outer surface that includes a center indicia and a number of auxiliary indicia on opposing sides thereof. The cue ball has a series of cue indicia on the outer surface that includes a center indicia and a number of auxiliary indicia on opposing sides thereof where the cue indicia is substantially identical to the object indicia. The object ball is aligned with its indicia parallel to a rail of the billiard table. The cue ball is aligned with its indicia parallel to the rail and facing the object indicia. An aiming line is extended through the object ball and through the object indicia to identify an object ball target indicia. Corresponding cue indicia is selected to identify a cue ball impact indicia.

Abstract: A pocket billiards break shot training apparatus for improving the execution of a break shot. The training apparatus permits a user to make continuously repeated break shots without the time consuming necessity of gathering and re-racking the object balls after each shot. Moreover, the training apparatus permits a user to increase skill in controlling post break, cue ball positioning. The apparatus employs a head ball, rear ball, and two side balls oriented around cross-shaped frame to simulate a racked set of balls. Furthermore, the apparatus utilizes the compression of a spring element to sufficiently simulate the actual reaction of a set of racked balls to the impact of a cue ball. A bow restraint assembly interacts with a set of elastic cords to moor the frame in a desirable position on the table and reposition the frame after each shot.

Abstract: The present invention is a pool or pocket billiards color-coded numbering system. This system can be applied either as an overlay on a standardized pool table surface or incorporated into the design of the pool table surface just under the four rails or cushions during manufacturing. It can be modified to accommodate pool tables of various sizes as the system is based on number repetition rather than measurement. The system operates upon measurements from table rails to all pockets. The numbers repeat on end rails and side rails creating strategic points where the horizontal and vertical lines cross. The color-coding makes it possible to locate the best routes on the table to the intended pocket through the use of measurements and mathematics.

Abstract: A billiard training air for promoting accuracy and consistency in contacting an object ball with a cue ball to effect and desired path for the object ball and a resultant path and position for the cue ball includes an alignment body supported above the object ball, an object ball laser projecting a forward beams that is positioned on the desired path along a longitudinal axis, a impact indicating laser downwardly projecting a contact line along the object ball for indicating a contact point for the cue ball, a light unit for projecting a ghost ball image on the longitudinal axis at the contact point for indicating the impact position for the cue ball, and a pair of transverse lasers for projecting lateral beam to indicate and reference post impact cue ball position.

Abstract: A training device arranged for advantageous practice use by pool players for improving their playing skills. The device includes a central elongated narrow panel structure having adjustable overall length, and has a support leg adjustably attached at each end of the panel structure. The device can be positioned transversely on a pool table with each leg resting on a side rail of the table. In this position, a view by a player of only the cue ball and a selected object ball is possible, and an undesired view of the selected pocket is temporarily prevented while the player takes a shot. A combined training system and method steps useful for improving skills of a pool player are also disclosed.

Abstract: An assembly and method for performing a pool cut shot upon a pool table having a pocket, the assembly including a ball spotting laser supported by a frame, a table spotting laser also supported by the frame and laser mounting brackets orienting the ball spotting and table spotting lasers upon the frame so that upon operation of the ball spotting laser to illuminate a ball strike point upon a pool ball, the table spotting laser automatically illuminates a cut shot target point upon the pool table's surface, the method including steps of utilizing the assembly to illuminate the cut shot target point, and shooting a cue ball to roll over the illuminated cut shot target point, striking the pool ball at the ball strike point, and driving the pool ball into the pocket.

Abstract: A training device for teaching pocket billiards comprises an overlay placed on a playing surface of a pool table having indicia representing a plurality of predetermined shots. Indicia for each of the shots including a cue ball marker and an object ball marker for indicated placement of a cue ball and an object ball, and a cue ball return area to which the cue ball returns after impact with the object ball. Indicia includes a first trajectory line extending between the cue ball marker and the object ball marker, and a second trajectory line extending from the object ball marker in the direction of one of the pockets. An associated guide manual is provided containing English instructions for imparting spin to the cue ball according to the shot. The indicia for each of the predetermined shots are a different color so that the player can easily differentiate between shots.

Abstract: The laser billiard ball positioning apparatus is an invention that provides continuous real time visual positioning feedback to assist in properly positioning a billiard ball. The laser billiard ball positioning apparatus provides positioning information without causing any interference with the rolling trajectory of a billiard ball. The laser billiard ball positioning apparatus further provides for a positioning target that is never covered up by a billiard ball. The laser billiard ball positioning apparatus is primarily intended for use by billiard players in properly positioning billiard balls prior to the initiation of a game of billiards.

Abstract: A billiard practice platform, comprising a playing surface with two side rails and a back wall defining an open-ended practice area, and a target panel located essentially parallel to and adjacent the back wall thereby defining a ball capture portion, the target panel having at least one arch-defining openings therethrough, wherein a user shoots a cue ball toward a target ball with the objective of propelling the target ball through the at least one arch-defining opening and into the ball capture portion.

Abstract: A pocket billiards break shot training apparatus for improving the execution of a break shot. The training apparatus permits a user to make continuously repeated break shots without the time consuming necessity of gathering and re-racking the objective balls after each shot. Moreover, the training apparatus permits a user to increase skill in controlling post break, cue ball positioning. The apparatus employs a head ball, rear ball, and two side balls oriented around cross-shaped frame to simulate a racked set of balls. Furthermore, the apparatus utilizes the compression of a spring element to sufficiently simulate the actual reaction of a set of racked balls to the impact of a cue ball. A bow restraint assembly interacts with a set of elastic cords to moor the frame in a desirable position on the table and reposition the frame after each shot.

Abstract: Billiard cue with aiming effect, including a slender cue body and a tip adhered to a small diameter end of the cue body. At least one group of aiming marks are disposed on the circumference of the small diameter end of the cue body. When using the cue to shoot a cue ball, the group of aiming marks serve as aiming points aimed at the cue ball, whereby the cue ball can be rotated to different extents. Therefore, a player can more precisely shoot and control the cue ball.

Abstract: Billiard cue with aiming effect, including a slender cue body and a tip adhered to a small diameter end of the cue body. At least one group of aiming marks are disposed on the circumference of the small diameter end of the cue body. When using the cue to shoot a cue ball, the group of aiming marks serve as aiming points aimed at the cue ball, whereby the cue ball can be rotated to different extents. Therefore, a player can more precisely shoot and control the cue ball.

Abstract: A billiard practice platform, comprising a playing surface with two side rails and a back wall defining an open-ended practice area, and a target panel located essentially parallel to and adjacent the back wall thereby defining a ball capture portion, the target panel having at least one arch-defining openings therethrough, wherein a user shoots a cue ball toward a target ball with the objective of propelling the target ball through the at least one arch-defining opening and into the ball capture portion.

Abstract: A training device for teaching pocket billiards comprises an overlay placed on a playing surface of a pool table having indicia representing a plurality of predetermined shots. Indicia for each of the shots including a cue ball marker and an object ball marker for indicated placement of a cue ball and an object ball, and a cue ball return area to which the cue ball returns after impact with the object ball. Indicia includes a first trajectory line extending between the cue ball marker and the object ball marker, and a second trajectory line extending from the object ball marker in the direction of one of the pockets. An associated guide manual is provided containing English instructions for imparting spin to the cue ball according to the shot. The indicia for each of the predetermined shots are a different color so that the player can easily differentiate between shots.

Abstract: A system of lasers is used to precisely locate the spot for placing a racked set of pool balls and to identify the porch line of a pool game.

Abstract: An accuracy development device is disclosed, including a simulated projectile coupled to a feedback mechanism. The feedback mechanism provides feedback indicating whether a desired impact point on the simulated projectile has been hit by a free projectile propelled toward it. In one embodiment, the desired impact point may be a sensor that is coupled to the feedback mechanism. The simulated projectile may be fixed to a contact location on a base such that the simulated projectile may not be moved in a translational sense but so that it may be rotated about an axis that extends through the contact location and the simulated projectile and is substantially perpendicular to the base. The desired impact point may thus be moved to a variety of different positions with respect to the free projectile, allowing the invention to be used for accuracy development from setups having a wide variety of initial conditions.

Abstract: The present invention is a pool training device, including a base configured to be placed on a pool tabletop surface, a mounting mechanism secured to the base, and a truncated circular element perpendicular to and attached to the base via the mounting mechanism. When attached, the height of the assembled device is equal to the height of a pool ball. The truncated circular element has an orifice extending perpendicularly through the center of the truncated circular element.

Abstract: An accuracy development device is disclosed, including a simulated projectile coupled to a feedback mechanism. The feedback mechanism provides feedback indicating whether a desired impact point on the simulated projectile has been hit by a free projectile propelled toward it. In one embodiment, the desired impact point may be a sensor that is coupled to the feedback mechanism. The simulated projectile may be fixed to a contact location on a base such that the simulated projectile may not be moved in a translational sense but so that it may be rotated about an axis that extends through the contact location and the simulated projectile and is substantially perpendicular to the base. The desired impact point may thus be moved to a variety of different positions with respect to the free projectile, allowing the invention to be used for accuracy development from setups having a wide variety of initial conditions.

Abstract: A cushion for a billiard table is disclosed. The cushion includes an extruded member having a substantially triangular or L-shaped cross-section and a layer of tape on one surface thereof for affixing the cushion to a billiard table. Also disclosed is an improved cue for billiards wherein a substantial portion of the weight of the cue is disposed in a distal portion of the cue located near the tip of the cue, which is used to strike a ball. The cue is preferably modular to allow substitution of various portions of the cue to permit it to be customized to a specific player. Also disclosed is a device for metering the speed of the surface of a billiard table. Also disclosed is a quick-change tip for a cue which includes an elastomeric material that is sized to snugly fit over the distal end of a cue to releasably secure the quick-change tip to the cue.

Abstract: A foul line indicator for pool tables for identifying the foul line behind which a player is allowed to shoot a cue ball. The foul line indicator for pool tables includes a laser light mechanism which includes housing and a conventional laser light disposed therein. The laser light mechanism is disposed under a side rail and in a side wall under the second diamond displayed on top of the side rail and located from either end of the pool table. The laser light is adapted to direct a light beam across the playing surface of the pool table from one side to the other side to indicate the foul line. The laser light is energized by a switch disposed in the side wall of the pool table and which is connected to the laser light mechanism with wires, and also by a power source.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel cue ball and object ball combination for use with playing pool and pocket billiards, and the method of use of thereof. The invention is useful in teaching and practicing pool and pocket billiards. The object ball has two perpendicular bands which intersect to form a contact point. The cue ball is transparent and also has two perpendicular bands which intersect to create an aiming point. The aiming point of the cue ball is oriented by having one perpendicular band in parallel with the table, and one perpendicular band parallel to the vertical band on the object ball. The participant can sight the aiming point through the transparent cue ball and direct the aiming point to the contact point on the object ball. Accordingly, the aiming point of the cue ball is the only portion of the cue ball to contact the object ball. The impact of the aiming point to the contact point forces the object ball along its intended path.

Abstract: The present invention is a pool training device, including a base configured to be placed on a pool tabletop surface, a mounting mechanism secured to the base, and a truncated circular element perpendicular to and attached to the base via the mounting mechanism. When attached, the height of the assembled device is equal to the height of a pool ball. The truncated circular element has an orifice extending perpendicularly through the center of the truncated circular element.

Abstract: A billiards cue stroke guidance aid for supporting a billiard cue when performing a stroke or shot in a billiards game. The billiards cue stroke guidance aid includes a base and a support upwardly extending from the base. The support has a guide hole therethrough. A generally V-shaped upper guide is upwardly extended from an upper end of the support.

Abstract: A cue stick is provided having a laser sighting mechanism that is in precise alignment with the longitudinal axis of the cue stick. A laser unit is placed within the cue stick, at a location that is substantially adjacent to the cue tip. An aperture is formed in the center of the cue tip, such that the opening through which the laser light will emerge is coaxial with the longitudinal axis of the cue stick. A sufficient number of storage batteries are also located within the cue stick, and an activation switch is provided to selectively energize the laser unit when an emission of laser light though the cue tip aperture is desired.

Abstract: A billiards training apparatus is described, the apparatus used in training a user to properly strike a cue ball. The apparatus comprises a housing having a front face, the housing coupled to a striking platform extending a length from the housing. An elongated striker is held in position by at least one support element, the elongated striker having a striking end and a terminal end. Further, the striking end extends out from the front face of the housing and is positioned parallel to the striking platform. At least one lateral movement sensing element is electronically coupled to at least one visual indicia element, the elements being lights in one embodiment of the invention. The elongated striker is positioned to be struck in-line by a cue, the lateral movement sensing element alerting the user to any non-linear movement of the cue relative to the striker.

Abstract: The english and trajectory assistant is a device to aid a player of ball and pocket games to properly strike his primary target ball, resulting in a favorable shot. The device is an attachment which can be fastened to any existing playing stick. The assistant simultaneously projects cross hairs onto the primary and secondary target balls without moving the stick from the shooting position. The device is easily removed and replaced with a traditional stick end. The tip is easily replaced by being unscrewed. Shape, balance, and weight of the stick are not altered.

Abstract: A cue stick for billiards or pool and the like, is provided with a tubular, or ring like weight for adding mass during use for transferring greater energy to a cue ball. The weight may be provided with different sized openings for adjustably positioning the weight closer to or farther away from one end of the cue stick.

Abstract: The invention provides a carom guide for the three carom shots for pocket billiards or pool. The carom guide is adaptable for placement on the playing surface of a pool table, for the game of pocket billiards or pool utilizing a cue ball, an object ball, and a carom ball. The guide comprises a fabric adaptable for temporary placement on the playing surface of the pool table, and is provided with markings or spots for the placement of the object ball and the carom ball, and lines extend from the object ball showing the direction of travel for contact or impact with the carom ball and the direction of travel to the pocket.

Abstract: This invention relates to a targeting disk that lays flat on a billiards table and enables a player to more reliably aim and shoot a cue ball at a target ball. The disk has a hemispherical or half-moon shape that is twice as wide as it is long. The radius of the disk is about equal to the combined radii of the cue and target ball. An upper surface of the disk includes a targeting indicium for aiming the cue ball, an alignment pattern and notch for aligning the disk under the target ball, and a pointer for aiming the disk at an intended target such as a pocket or another ball on the table. The targeting indicium is located on an edge of the disk so that the cue ball can strike the target ball without rolling across the surface of the disk. The alignment notch is circular in shape and sized to provide a visual aid that compliments the alignment ring for aligning the targeting disk under the target ball.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mat for training proper stance for a pool player. The mat comprises linear indicia marked thereon for alignment with respect to a cue held by the player and hand position indicia marked on the linear indicia for positioning of the mat directly below the player's rear hand when properly held on the cue. Further indicia are marked on the mat for proper location and orientation of the player's right and left feet when the mat has been oriented and positioned with respect to a cue and a cue ball to be hit on the basis of the linear and hand position indicia. When properly used, this mat enables a pool player to quickly and easily understand and adopt a proper stance, resulting in improved consistency of pool playing.

Abstract: The Cue Putter is unique golf club, far superior in design to existing putters. It is designed to maximize a golfer's putting accuracy and consistency. The Cue Putter consists of a wooden club shaft, a guide block, rubber "O"-rings, and a transparent Plexiglas clubhead. The Cue Putter is designed to be used while kneeling on the green, with the putter's shaft aligned and used parallel to the putting surface. The Cue-Putter is gripped with one hand, and the stroke is executed primarily with the fingers and wrist instead of the arms and shoulders used with traditional putters. This improves the golfer's putting "touch" tremendously, because the innate precision of the hand and fingers cannot be matched by the larger muscle groups of the arms and shoulders. The Cue Putter also provides an ideal, "real time" view of the slope and undulation of the green, instead of a vague, "mental snapshot" taken while the golfer crouches down yards behind the ball prior to assuming his stance.

Abstract: The ball tracker is designed to do trick shots on a pool table or a flat surface such as a table or floor, with a ball catcher that takes the place of a pool table pocket. The invention has different length tracks for the balls to roll on the directions you want it to go. It has directional guides for left and right turns, 45.degree., 90.degree., 120.degree. or other means for turns. It also has a ball jumper so the cue ball can jump over another ball.When the tracks are attached to the directional turns you can make the ball go to any direction you want it to. This invention allows non-skilled pool shooters to make fantastic trick shots. It is a whole new concept of pool.

Abstract: Adapters removably affixing a hand held laser pointer to selected apparatus are disclosed. The adapters include structure for mounting therein the laser pointer having a laser module emitting a laser beam, a casing, a voltage source and a switch for controlling the laser module. Also included is a device for maintaining the laser pointer in an on condition and means for removably affixing the adapters to the selected apparatus such that when the adapters are affixed thereon, the laser beam emitted from the laser pointer is aimed in a predetermined relation with respect to the selected apparatus. The laser pointer and associated adapters are employed to optimize the use of the laser pointer and enhance the selected apparatus upon which it is mounted.

Abstract: A practice ball system for training in the playing of pool or pocket billiards. The system includes a cueball having a generally spherical outer surface extending about an axis of revolution circumscribed by a central meridian, and which is movable along a playing surface from impact by a cue having a tip of a given outer diameter. The cueball has first indicia on the outer surface defining the central meridian which is visually perceptible as the ball is moving along the playing surface for discerning the rotation of the ball. The system also includes an object ball having a generally spherical outer surface extending about an axis of revolution circumscribed by a central meridian, and which is movable along a playing surface from impact by the cueball. The object ball has a first hemisphere having an outer surface of a first color, and a second hemisphere having an outer surface of a second color generally contrasting with the first color.

Abstract: An illuminated pool game including balls each with a spherical shell and hollow spherical interior space. Also included is a plurality of optic fibers having an associated light located within the interior space of each ball. Each optic fiber includes a first end in communication with the interior space of the ball and a second end in communication with an outer surface of the ball for emitting light therefrom. Also included is a pool table comprising a multiplicity of light units each secured within an associated bore formed below a playing surface thereof. Such light units include both motion detection and timer circuitry for simulating an illuminated trail when a ball is rolled thereon. The table further includes a transparent peripheral bumper including a plurality of bulbs for the illumination thereof. A ball return cut out is formed on a side portion of the pool table. The ball return cut out comprises an optic fiber situated along a periphery thereof for illuminating the same.