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Learn Straight Pool

A Shortstop On Straight Pool

Published in 2020, the book’s unique approach remains popular as a practical guide for learning Straight Pool and scoring your first Century.  Comprehensive yet organized and packed with Straight Pool knowledge. No pages wasted on beginner lessons you can find anywhere.

A practical guide to your first 100 ball run and taking your game to the next level.

  • 288 pages, over 140 illustrations, over 200 video clips

  • an organized approach to simplify Straight Pool

  • Break shots, rack analysis, end patterns, safeties, drills

  • by Bob Keller, 67 Centuries, 206 high run

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  • Billiard's Digest reiew of A Shortstop on Straight Pool book

Reviews

  • "If you want to excel at straight pool, this is a must-have resource.  The wealth of illustrations, examples, videos, and insight will help you master the game that will teach you so much about pool."

    Dr. Dave Alciatore, PBIA Advanced Instructor, pool author, YouTuber

  • "It's going to be a big help to my 14.1 game."

    Max Eberle, Pro Pool Player

  • “Bob…knows his stuff, especially when it comes to straight pool. Any player willing to invest in their game by reading this book will also learn from Bob's organized techniques and offerings."

    Samm Diep, 4-time national billiard champion, professional instructor

  • “This book is impressive in detail and knowledge. It is one of the first books I found that is "not" for beginners. It teaches you the mental side of the game."

  • "I have known Bob for several years ... I have attended his group classes and taken private lessons from him. His ability to speak clearly and instill confidence in his students comes through in this book. I'm convinced that Bob believes he can teach you (or even me) how to run 100 balls."

  • "It’s all about putting together the pieces step-by-step. This is going to elevate my game! Very pleased thanks Bob."

Online Video Course

An online video course of elite level Straight Pool knowledge.

  • Pro level principles of Straight Pool 

  • 13 videos on reducing risk and connecting more racks

  • Break shots - how racks open, keeping the cue ball safe

  • Building end patterns with multiple options

  • wisdom from old masters to John Schmidt to me to you

  • BONUS - a rack-by-rack analysis of John's 626 ball run!

Video Snapshots

Video snapshot of SSOP Instructor teaching The Right Way course principles

Right Way Principles

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Example rack

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626 analysis

Preview Clips

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Reviews

  • “Timeless Info. I've been teaching the game for 37 years and I highly recommend any 14.1 player to take advantage of this course.”

    Tony Robles

  • "This is unbelievable what Bob Keller put together and I think it is the best thing on Straight Pool I've ever seen."

    John Schmidt, Mr. 820

  • “Great Training Tool!  There was a lot of work that went into this package, and it shows!”

  • “Thank you for creating such a fine course. I appreciate the main message of the course: that principles do exist to analyze a rack of straight pool. It was as if a light was turned on in a dark room for me. I was completely unaware. I now see how to acquire a “thinking edge” over my opponents. This one idea has made me eager to learn and practice. Thank you for giving me something to be enthusiastic about for the remainder of my life.” 

  • “I'm watching how to do it right portions of the series and I'm dying to get to a table tomorrow...GREAT PROGRAM.”

  • “But so far, I have to say this is groundbreaking straight pool instruction, and I wanted to thank you for putting it together. I’m still trying to break old habits and incorporate these. But when it works, my racks feel easier and more controlled. Thank you again for the content. It’s wonderful.” 

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