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Petanque Performance Academy
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8d •
A very exciting end of Pétanque with my favourite Southern France player Ricky Bes
https://youtu.be/X7eGQABlDl8?is=UwPfD6pFwsoqcYIm
2 likes • 8d
After the second shot, shoot the holding ball. Potentially limits the number of points, alternatively with their second to last boule then shoot the jack, if required can have another shot and concede less than 4 points
24d •
I’m thinking of buying a new set of boules this year
Just a quick poll, I’m thinking of doing video boule reviews for different brands and models and this would be valuable to me! I know @Paul Cornwell already bought some from me and MS which is great and shows my advice can help
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19 members have voted
1 like • 24d
This comparison table us useful Boules Analysis – Le Treiz • Pétanque
Mar 8 •
PPF Final worth watching
The final was very interesting in many ways, some superb shots, strange tactics and the return of Rocher with new boule and time off to recuperate and rebuild. https://www.youtube.com/live/WH5OrCdN7mY?si=hX46lqN7vf1QBGKz
1 like • Mar 10
Does anyone else find the PPF video quality to be poor, it's certainly not 1080HD
Jan 28 •
Shootingproblem
Hi. I have a problem that when shooting, the boule always hits the left side of the target. I have tried many different options, but it always goes wrong. How do I fix my mistake? Thank you.
1 like • Jan 31
Can be useful to video yourself using your phone on a tripod, can watch your action in slow motion and may see something that you weren't aware of - how the ball is released, movement of arm, turning hand on release, your stance in the circle etc
3 likes • Feb 3
@James Clapper The first one looks as though it is pushed through with extra movement in the shoulder, the second one didn't have the shoulder movement and was released early.
Jan 30 •
Just for fun… A Match scenario!
Lets say its a tight match, score is 11-12. You are the only one standing with one boule left. The opponent have the point in this round but it is like 1,5m from the jack. And you have the 2nd and 3rd boule. So shoot to win or point safe and play a new round at 12-12? Wich will you choose and why? Does it matter to you if its 6,8 or 10 meters? Happy friday all!
0 likes • Jan 31
At best pointing gets you to play another end but does not guarantee a win and may leave you in the position unable to decide the game with your last boule, while shooting finishes the game with the opportunity to win. Of course, the Jack could end up being shot out and another end is required.
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@craig-stewart-4206
Petanque Player from Adelaide South Australia since 2003
Active 12h ago
Joined Jan 12, 2026