Saturday, 7 May 2016
Carrom fundamental rules:
Generally speaking, two or four people can play carrom. If two, the players sit opposite each other, while with four, the opposite two are partners. As an exception, though, you can play with three players against each other for points.
Arrange the carrom men on the center circle of the carrom board as shown in the following illustration, with the red queen at the center. The whites should be lined up to form a Y shape, with two sides aiming directly towards the corner pockets.
Each player sits on his side of the board and can only strike from that side. The contestant playing white breaks or plays first, which can be decided by the toss of coin. The object of the game of carrom is to sink all of your carrom men, using the heavier striker in any of the pockets before your opponent. Your turn continues as long as you keep sinking your carrom men-luck shots count and all combinations are permitted.
When placing the striker on the board to shoot, it must touch both base lines either covering the end circle completely,or not touching it at all. The striker may not touch the diagonal arrow line.
Shooting styles are very personal whichever grip works for you is fine as long as you flick the striker and don't push it. Generally, it's best to orient your body in order to see the line of your aim while shooting comfortably; you may not move or leave your chair.
For forward shots, you can use your index finger, middle finger, or even the scissors shot. Before shooting, try touching the striker with your fingernail, to be sure that its really on line. This will improve your accuracy and prevent you from hurting your finger.
Index finger Middle finger Scissors shot
For back-shots you may only use your thumb or the scissors technique.
No part of your body, except your hand, may cross the imaginary diagonal line nor may your elbow protrude over the frame in front of you. Even your feet of knees my not leave your quadrant.
