Cardinal Cage

10/11/2026

Tonight ...at The Cardinal Cage we are watching The Brewers 1st game against the L A Dodgers at 7pm. All Skye Vodka and Absolute Vodka Talls are for the price of SMALLS. During the game only ....TALLS are just $3.50 and 4.00!!
A BUCKET of 5 Domestic Beers are just $10.00. Stop Out and Lets get this Party Started!!

10/10/2026

Great Strategy.... one shot at a time.

🎱 HOW DO YOU PLAY SOMEONE WHO IS CLEARLY BETTER THAN YOU?

First stop trying to prove that you belong at their level.

That mindset makes players force shots, rush decisions, and play outside their game.

Instead:

• Respect their ability, but don’t fear it
• Play the table not their reputation
• Stay disciplined with your pattern choices
• Don’t turn low-percentage shots into desperate attacks
• Use safeties when they’re the smarter option
• Take your time when you finally get an opportunity
• Make them earn every rack

Better players usually punish mistakes faster.

So your job isn’t to suddenly become them.

Your job is to make fewer unnecessary mistakes than you normally do.

And if they start running balls?

Let them.

You can’t control their stroke, their break, or how well they’re playing.

You can control your decisions when you get back to the table.

The quickest way to lose to a stronger player is to start playing like you’re already beaten.

Respect them.

Then make them prove it. 🎱

10/09/2026

SUNDAY FUNDAY is the FIRST BREWER GAME at 7 pm!! Stop out!! We are having a BREWER BASH!! BUCKETS OF B**R, POPCORN, HOT DOGS w/ all the fixins and PEANUTS too!! Levi is Bartending...it should be FUN!! Wear your BEST BREWER SWAG and WIN!!

10/09/2026

Something to think about ..

🎱 APA VS. BCA WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

APA is built around handicapped league play, using skill levels to help players of different abilities compete more evenly.

BCA-style league play is generally closer to traditional tournament pool, with less emphasis on handicapping and more emphasis on the rules and the match itself.

That creates a different feel at the table.

APA rewards players who understand the handicap system, match strategy, and how to maximize every rack.

BCA-style play often rewards consistency, shot selection, cue-ball control, and strong overall ex*****on.

Neither one is automatically better.

They simply test players in different ways.

Good players know how to shoot. Strong competitors know how to adjust to the game in front of them. 🎱

10/09/2026

Did you know.....We re-felted our tables!! Woo Hoo! Stopped and try them TONIGHT!! 🎱

🎱 YOUR PROBLEM BALLS SHOULD DECIDE YOUR PATTERN.

A lot of players look at the table and start with the easiest ball.

That can be a mistake.

Before you shoot, find the ball that could cause you trouble later:

• A ball tied up in a cluster
• A ball blocked by traffic
• A ball with only one useful pocket
• A ball that needs a specific angle to get on
• A ball sitting in a bad position near a rail

That ball should influence how you plan the entire rack.

Strong pattern play isn’t just about asking:

“What can I make next?”

It’s asking:

“What ball could stop this run if I ignore it?”

Sometimes the easiest ball on the table needs to stay there because it can help you get position on the problem ball later.

Sometimes you need to deal with the difficult ball early while you still have options.

The best patterns aren’t built around the easiest shots.

They’re built around preventing problems before they become problems. 🎱

10/09/2026

Tonight...We Ladies are gathering at 5:45 pm at our neighbor business Columbus WI. Black Belt Academy on James Street for out FIRST SELF DEFENSE CLASS. Come early to sign. The class will be an hour of learning how to "stay safe" in ANY situation. Stop out and audit or participate today!! Paint your toe nails, as we will be barefoot on the mat for one hour!! Looking forward to seeing EVERYONE!! EVERYONE is welcome!!

10/09/2026

Our October Names!! Woo Hoo!! ....only at The Cardinal Cage!! ❤️

10/09/2026

04/15/2026

:-)

Our Summer Co****le League is getting closer! Stop in and sign up with your bartender to join our league! Games are played on Thursday evenings! 4-Person Teams. $100/team for the season. Other venues that we play at include Savanna Oaks, Club 60 and Columbus Country Club!

04/15/2026

Today is BEAUTIFUL Wednesday and that means its OPEN JUKE BOX at The Cardinal Cage and its a Tom and Judy kind of day!! That means: Buy One, Get One ...all day long!! Woo Hoo!! I'm on at 7!! 😀