Rack (billiards) ball, the ball is placed on the highest available spot. If there is no available spot, it is placed as close to its own spot as possible in a direct line between that spot and the top (black end) cushion, without touching another ball. If there is no room this side of the spot, it will be placed as close to the spot as possible in a straight line towards the bottom cushion, without touching another ball. Rack (billiards) A rack (sometimes called a triangle) is a piece of equipment that is used to place billiard balls in their starting
William Cook (billiards player) William Cook (billiards player) William Cook was a professional player of English billiards in the 19th century. He won the World Championship on several occasions. Cook's first title challenge came in 1870, which was the first actual match for a recognised "Billiards Championship." He played John Roberts Sr. for the title, and the two met with leading players of the time to discuss rules beforehand. Cook was an expert at the , whereas Roberts was superior in the all-around game. Roberts managed to alter the Championship rules so that the spot stroke was made significantly more difficult. The tighter pockets