In the previous illustration (Figure 1) shows you a simple geometric calculation for executing a two-rail kick, however, minor adjustments are needed to execute this shot and hit the 1 ball. Because english or spin is naturally applied on the cue ball as it bounces off the first and the second rail, you would actually make adjustments to aim closer to the corner pocket to allow for the effect of english on the cue ball. In the illustration below (Figure 2), this is indicated by the black line.
Figure 2
Practice two-rail kicks to familiarize yourself with it so that you'll have a "feel" of where the correct point on the rail to aim.
Below is a video demonstration of this lesson.
Video courtesy of Dr. Dave and The Illustrated Principles of Pool and Billiards [ www.engr.colostate.edu/pool/ ]
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