Choking - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of Choking

Choking is a billiards term that is a part of Skill Level Terminology.

Choking is the process or act of making a shot under a high pressure situation that is normally a routine shot, and missing it due to that pressure. This is generally known as an embarrassing act.

See: choke, dog, dog it for more on the meaning of "Choking".

Choking - Usage

Uh-Oh! It looks like Roger is choking on that shot because his hands are shaking like crazy from the pressure.

Billiards - Choking

Title: Choking
Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
Published: 1/14/2007
Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:49:00 AM
Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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