From the publisher’s rulebook
Who goes first in Pool Sharks?
English Gamewright rules
The person who most recently went swimming starts.
Rule details
This entry covers the basic Pool Sharks game; the manual also describes other games using the same equipment.
Source & edition
- Pool Sharks: Gamewright rulesGamewright · Pool Sharks: How to Play step 1, PDF page 1 · Checked 2026-09-23
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If there’s a tie
The rulebook doesn’t say.
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