From 2023, under the new international rules, the “Lag” will be used to decide the break in the first frame.
The decision was made that for the 2025 season the 1st player in your block of 8 will lag for the first frame. Players will alternate thereafter. This means you will be able to choose who gets to break in the second block of 8.
Category: FAQ
What time do league matches begin?
Teams should arrive at their match venue before 8pm. The Draw for the first 8 games should take place before 8:00pm, with the first match being played at 8pm.
What are “Break Dish” and “Reverse Dish”?
What are “Break Dish” and “Reverse Dish”?
Break Dish: when a Player breaks off and completes a clearance without allowing the opponent to visit the table.
Reverse Dish: a Reverse Dish is when a player clears the table on their first visit to the table after their opponent’s break-off shot.
(Taken from “thepoolcoach.co.uk” – 8 ball pool dictionary)