AboutBill Newsted Expertise I can answer questions related to shot-making, aiming, position play, strategies, practice, mental preparation and the psychology of the game. Also, rules as they vary from venue to venue and how to become a winning player. I have experience recovering and maintaining tables and will also answer questions related to cues and billiard equipment. However, I prefer not to make brand recommendations.
Experience I have played for forty years in every state in the US (except Alaska).My experience is largely in pool rooms but I have also played extensively on bar tables and in league organizations. I have directed numerous tournaments up to the professional level and have played several world champion players. I am a former Billiard Congress of America instructor.
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Education/Credentials B.S. in Visual Communication
M.A. in Education: Career and Technology Education
Expert: Bill Newsted Date: 7/16/2008 Subject: Billiards Golf
Question Is there an accepted 'standard' set of rules for Billiards Golf? We just learned to play by watching, and have the regular players of our pool hall in Oklahoma City. Wanting more detailed answers, i sought the net, and found every listing to describe a different game entirely. What is the most 'Standard' form of Billiards Golf? Thank you for your time.
Answer Hi Richard,
Yes, golf-pool is a game that varies considerably from area to area. Back in the 70's the Billiard Congress of America (BCA) used to include official rules for the game in their annual "Official Rules and Records Book". The game does not appear in the recent versions of the publication that I have.
If you have specific questions I'd be happy to answer them based on the 1971 rules then established by the BCA. That' s the set we all played by in Florida back in the 80's
You could go to the public library and see if they have a copy or you might find one for sale on ebay.
You might also call the BCA at 1-866-852-0999 and ask them if they have old copies or more recent instructions to share. They're very helpful when they can be.
Otherwise, if you send me an email at bnewsted@yahoo.com I'll send you a pdf file of the pages in the 1971 book.
