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This is the APA Official Team Manual. It contains the rules, proceduresand guidelines you will need to know to maximize your enjoymentduring League play. The entire team should become thoroughly familiarwith the contents of this manual, as knowing the rules will ensure thatyou, and your teammates, fully enjoy League play.NOTE: By participating in the League, every member agrees to abideby the rules set forth in this manual.Be sure to have this manual available at every League match. If youlose or misplace it, contact your Local League Management. An onlineversion of this manual is always available at poolplayers.com and on theMember Services App.APA developed its own handicap system, The Equalizer , which makesit possible for players of all abilities to compete on a nearly even level.League play allows you to compete year-round. Your team will enjoyprofessional League Management, receive great membership benefitsand have the opportunity to participate in the largest and mostrewarding Tournaments offered.Learn the rules and get lots of practice. Good luck and good shooting toyou and your teammates.Sincerely,Terry Bell, Founder and Chairman of the BoardAmerican Poolplayers Association3CalendarINTRODUCTION
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The American Poolplayers Association (APA) was founded by Terry Belland Larry Hubbart, who at the time were touring professionals and whohave since been inducted into the Billiard Congress of America Hall ofFame. Their goal was to organize the sport of pool on the amateur leveland to encourage the growth of the game. Since its inception in 1979APA has become recognized as The Governing Body of Amateur Pool.The American Poolplayers Association spans the globe. It includesthe Canadian Poolplayers Association (CPA), the Japanese PoolplayersAssociation (JPA), and APA of India. Most importantly, thanks to you,the League is over a quarter million members strong and growing.The rules, procedures and guidelines in this manual apply to League andTournament play in all four countries.It is impossible to cover every situation with written rules. Relax, enjoyyourself, and play within the Spirit of the Rules. Common sense mustprevail. Teams that try to gain an advantage by creating their owninterpretations are subject to sportsmanship violations. Win at the tableand not from the chair is a principle that promotes harmony, friendshipand good times. That’s what this League is all about.5CalendarFOREWORD
Many billiards enthusiasts are unfamiliar with the unwritten rules ofpool etiquette. Breaking one of these rules can result in argumentsand hard feelings between players and teams. Please show goodsportsmanship and common courtesy to both your opponents and theHost Location by observing these basic etiquette guidelines: Treat your opponent as you would like to be treated. Wish your opponent good luck before the match begins. Stay away from the table and out of your opponent’s line ofsight when they are shooting. Do not engage your opponent in conversation while theyare shooting. Call your own fouls – don’t wait for a foul to be called on you,or to be asked if you committed a foul. Players with integritycall their own fouls and tell their opponent when they haveball-in-hand, or hand their opponent the cue ball. Pay attention to your match. Be ready to shoot when it is your turn. Do not break down your cue until your match is over. If you are expected to play the next match, have your cue andenough quarters for the table (if needed) ready. Begin your match as soon as the previous match is over. Observe all time guidelines. Shake your opponent’s hand, win or lose.Cheering for your teammate is part of the fun, but don’t root against youropponent. Observing these guidelines and displaying good sportsmanshiphelps ensure a fun and competitive evening of League play.6CalendarETIQUETTE
7 Always respect the equipment – table, balls, cues, etc. Be knowledgeable of, and adhere to, House Rules. Take care not to dig the tip of your cue when breaking. Do not slam balls or bang cues on the floor or table. Do not set drinks on the pool tables. Never smoke at the table. Do not sit on the rails. Be aware of your surroundings. If someone is in the way of ashot, wait for them to move or politely ask them to move. Unless Host Location policy allows it, never bring in outsidefood or beverages.EtiquetteWithout our Host Locations, there would be no APA Leagues. HostLocations have the right to refuse service to anyone, at any time.APA cannot require a Host Location to host a team or to let specificindividuals in the door. Remember you are the Host Location’s guest.Please follow these basic guidelines: Be courteous and polite to the staff.
The following time guidelines have been established as a result of yearsof research and analysis. They take into consideration all skill levels. Thetime guidelines listed below are easily achievable when teams and playersdo their best to follow them.8-Ball Team Matches A team match should take no more than 4 hours. Individual matches should average 8 to 10 minutes per rack.9-Ball Team Matches A team match should take no more than 3.5 hours. The average individual match should take between 30to 40 minutes.Masters Team Matches A team match should take no more than 3 hours. The average individual match should take between 45to 60 minutes.Doubles Team Matches A team match should take no more than 2 hours. Individual matches should average 8 to 10 minutes per rack in8-Ball or 30 to 40 minutes in 9-Ball. A doubles match should average 45 minutes.QUICK REFERENCE GUIDEAverage Shot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 SecondsSpecial Shooting Situation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 SecondsTime-outs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 MinuteNew Player Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 MinuteTeam Match Forfeit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Minutes(past appointed start time)8-Ball Team Match. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Hours9-Ball Team Match. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 HoursDoubles Matches (8-Ball & 9-Ball). . . . . . . . 2 HoursMasters Team Match. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 HoursLadies Team Match. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 HoursNOTE: Exceeding the time guidelines is not a foul; however, it canresult in a sportsmanship violation.8EtiquetteTIME GUIDELINES
Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Etiquette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Time Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8League Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13The League Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13League Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Scheduling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Scoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Trophies And Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Local Bylaws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20General Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21No Gambling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Age Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Verification Of Identity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Gender Eligibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Every Player Must Be A Current Member. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22New Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Proof Of Membership. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Membership Renewals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Rosters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23You May Appear On Only One Team Roster Within A Division .24Team Match Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Who Plays First & Order of Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Who Pays For The Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Byes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Forfeits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Concerning Teams That Drop Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Splitting Matches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Coaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Home Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309Table of ContentsTABLE OFCONTENTS
10Table of ContentsMake Sure You Keep Score Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Defensive Shots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Handicap System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Local Lowest Attainable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Championship Lowest Attainable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Team Skill Level Limit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Limited Number Of Senior Skill Level Players (8-Ball and 9-Ball). . 35Session Playoffs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35No Professional Players Allowed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Players Receiving Incentives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Rules Are Subject To Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Protests And Disputes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Appeals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Right To Refuse Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41APA Is The Highest Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Game Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43General Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Lagging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Racking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Breaking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45After The Break. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Shooting The Wrong Balls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Combination Shots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Pocketed Balls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Balls On The Floor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Accidentally Moved Balls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Close Hits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50One Foot On The Floor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Marking The Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Stalemates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Frozen Balls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Fouls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52How To Win A Game. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54The Equalizer Handicap System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56How Handicaps Are Determined. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56How To Get Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Games Must Win Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57How To Use Scoresheets And Score Matches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59How To Score 8-Ball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
11Table of ContentsHow To Score 9-Ball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63How To Score Masters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Conduct During League Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Physical Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Verbal Abuse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Follow-Up Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Tournament Information And Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72General Tournament Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72Championship Tournaments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72World Pool Championships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Table Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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SECTION 1THE LEAGUE OPERATORAPA operates through a network of independent franchise owners calledLeague Operators (LOs). League Operators have full authority to makerulings concerning all aspects of the League in their local area. APAstays in close contact with its League Operators, keeps them up-to-datewith the latest developments on rules, formats and all other changes,and makes rulings on issues presented to it by League Operators. YourLeague Operator is a trained professional. Therefore, you can haveconfidence that the schedules, standings, skill level assignments, specialevents and all other aspects of the League’s operation will be handledtimely and accurately. Only an APA-authorized League Operator mayadminister an APA League. Your League Operator may hire additionalassistants and/or representatives to improve service in their League. YourLeague Operator, along with their assistants and representatives, formthe Local League Management. Your League Operator is the highestauthority on all decisions made by Local League Management.LEAGUE ORGANIZATIONThe Formats - Various formats have been established for League play. Ifyou are interested in a format not currently offered in your area, contactyour Local League Management. Every effort will be made to get itstarted. Check with your Local League Management for the formatsoffered in your area. The formats offered are: Open Format - A team match which consists of five individualhandicapped matches.13 Ladies & 3-Person - A team match which consists of threeindividual handicapped matches. Doubles - A team match which consists of two individualmatches and one alternating-shot doubles match. Masters - A team match which consists of three individualmatches following U.S. Amateur Championship rules. EachLeague StructureLEAGUESTRUCTURE
Juniors - Check your Local Bylaws.The Team - A team consists of a group of players, the number of whichis determined by the format the team is playing. All team members bearthe responsibility of ensuring that their teammates are members of legalage, who are playing at skill levels that reflect their true ability. Eachteam will have a captain. The number of players on a team roster in eachformat is as follows: Open Divisions (8-Ball & 9-Ball) - Minimum of five players,maximum of eight. Ladies & 3-Person Divisions - Minimum of three players,maximum of five. Doubles Divisions - Minimum of two players, maximumof three. Masters Divisions - Minimum of three players, maximumof four. Juniors Divisions - Check your Local Bylaws.The Team Captain - The Team Captain is the person listed first on theteam roster and is responsible for managing the team. The Team Captainshould have a valid phone number and email address on file, as theTeam Captain is the team’s point of contact for all communication fromthe Local League Management. A team may elect a new Team Captainthrough a simple majority vote at any time. Local League Managementmust be notified immediately when a new Team Captain is elected.Team Captains are expected to: Share League information and announcements with the membersof their team.14 Post information at their Host Location. Collect membership dues and weekly fees and forward them toLocal League Management in a timely manner. Have their team at the appropriate location on time. Ensure that all rules concerning etiquette, sportsmanship andeligibility are observed. Make sure proper scorekeeping procedures are followed.League Structureindividual match will be a race-to-7, playing up to eight games of9-Ball and five games of 8-Ball. Players earn one point for eachgame won.
NOTE: In some instances a division may start with only four teams,although a six-team division is the smallest division recommended.The Host Location - Most Host Locations are businesses that havechosen to provide a place for teams to participate in League play. Thebest way to show appreciation for our hosts is to enjoy their services andbe model customers as, without them, there would be no League.APA Members must respect the Host Location(s)and their property, and follow their policies andguidelines for acceptable behavior, commonly knownas House Rules. For example, while League rulesmay allow massé and jump shots, if House Rulesprohibit such shots, the House Rules must prevail.HOUSERULESMUSTPREVAILAPA cannot and does not dictate their Host Locations’ businesspractices. Host Locations have the right to refuse service to anyoneat any time, even in the middle of a session. Neither APA, nor LocalLeague Management, can require Host Locations to host teams orlet specific individuals in the door for the purpose of participating inLeague play.Each Host Location may accommodate up to two teams per table duringa period of play. Local League Management will set the schedule sothat there are never more League matches in a location than there areavailable tables.The Division Representative - The Division Representative (DR) isgenerally appointed by the League Operator. The DR is a person ofintegrity who is consistently active in the League, is a member in goodstanding and enjoys being more involved. The DR is knowledgeableabout League affairs and may be consulted on matters related to theLeague. Consulted is the key word, because the DR does not have theauthority to make rulings. However, it would be a logical choice to callyour DR if you have a question on a rule, as they may be able to help.15League StructureThe Division - A division consists of a number of teams (ideally from6 to 16) competing with each other in a set schedule and geographicarea. Local League Management, at its discretion, will do its best tominimize the distance teams within a division must travel.
Ensuring player feedback gets to the Local League Management. Assisting Local League Management with Tournaments andother special events. Acting as a member of the Board of Governors. Assisting in the recruitment of new players, teams andHost Locations.The Board of Governors - The purpose of the Board of Governors(BOG) and its members is to assist the League Operator. A BOGgenerally consists of a number of Division Representatives, although notall BOG members are required to be DRs. Your Local League'sBOG may: Provide feedback to the League Operator on Local Bylawsand procedures. Provide input on how protests and disputes between membersshould be resolved. Assist the League Operator to resolve sportsmanship violations.If deemed necessary, the BOG may recommend sanctions including butnot limited to: Loss of one or more points. Loss of player or team eligibility and/or qualification. Fines. Suspension or probation, and the appropriate time frame for each.The League Operator represents a higher authority than the BOG,but APA asks League Operators to uphold the findings of the BOGunless they are in violation of League rules or policies, or blatantlyinconsistent with the facts presented to the BOG. The BOG may notconduct meetings without being asked to do so by the League Operator.It is essential to understand that they are not intended or authorized tomonitor, criticize or supervise the League Operator. BOG Memberswho cannot accept their role as described may be removed from the16League StructurePlease consult your Local League Management for the duties assignedto your DR, as duties may vary from area to area. Some of the mostcommon duties may include: Communicating announcements and distributing other Leagueinformation and materials to Team Captains and the HostLocations in their division(s).
The Handicap Advisory Committee - The League Operator mayfind it useful to establish a Handicap Advisory Committee (HAC) toassist with handicap observations and rulings concerning sandbaggingviolations. The HAC, if one exists, will normally consist of a number ofhighly skilled members who are familiar with APA League play. HACmembers may be known to the membership or their identities may bekept confidential. The League Operator represents a higher authoritythan the HAC.MEMBERSHIPYou may sign up or renew your membership online at poolplayers.com,or give your membership dues to your Local League Management, witha completed and signed membership application. Your Local LeagueManagement will forward your membership dues to APA. You willreceive membership materials within six weeks.IMPORTANT: It is your responsibility to provide APA and the LocalLeague Management with up-to-date and complete profile information.If renewing your membership, correct any errors and/or update yourcontact information on the renewal notice or online. Your membershipitems will be mailed directly to the address you provide. If APA doesnot have a complete and accurate address, you may not receive yourmaterials. Neither APA nor the Local League Management can beresponsible for making those materials available at a later time.APA is the largest amateur pocket billiards organization in the historyof the sport. As a member, you will receive the best benefits available toan amateur poolplayer, such as: The opportunity to play in any APA League. A membership kit mailed directly to your home. A subscription to The American Poolplayer magazine - Publishedthree times a year, containing articles on the sport, tips from thepros, trick shots and more. Special member discounts on a variety of goods and services.Transferability - Your membership is accepted wherever an APAsanctioned League exists. There is no transfer fee if you decide to changeLeagues, or play in more than one League. If you move from one17League StructureBoard. BOGs are important tools to ensure that disputes get resolvedfairly. Please respect your BOG's rulings at all times.
FEESAnnual Membership Dues - Your membership must be current for youto be eligible to participate in any APA event. Some events take placeover a period of many months and membership must be maintained inorder to remain eligible. Annual membership dues are currently 25plus applicable taxes and expire December 31. The amount of the annualmembership dues may be changed by APA at its discretion.Members who join after August 15 pay full annual membership dues;however, their annual dues will be prorated to 15 the followingyear provided they renew on or before March 1. After March 1, allmembership dues will be 25.NOTE: Members who join in the month of December are not requiredto renew the following January. Their membership will cover theremainder of the year in which they joined, and the entire next year.Juniors - Annual membership dues are 10. The prorated renewalamount, if applicable, is 5.Weekly Fee - Teams pay a weekly fee to participate in League activity.The amount charged in your area is established by your LeagueOperator. The entire weekly fee is due regardless of how many playersare on the roster or how many players played during the match.Cash, Check or Electronic Payment - APA urges teams to makeall League payments by check, money order or electronic paymentmethods (where available). Local League Management cannot assumeresponsibility for cash payments that are not received.CALENDAR18There are three sessions during the League year: Summer, Fall andSpring. World Qualifiers are held at the end of the Spring Session. EachLeague year culminates with the World Pool Championships, typicallyheld in August.League StructureLeague area to another, simply notify Local League Management andlet them know that you have participated in another area. The LocalLeague Management in your new area will obtain your records. If thereare no APA sanctioned Leagues in your new area, call APA; every effortwill be made to get one started. When you transfer to a new area, youmust participate at your previously established skill level. Membershipsare not refundable and not transferable from one person to another.
Session schedules will vary depending upon the number of teamsplaying in a division and the length of the session. Check the divisionschedule often in the first few weeks of a session, as it is likely to change.SCORINGTeam matches consist of a series of individual head-to-head matchesbetween members of each team. In each individual match, one teammember plays an opponent designated by the other team. The teampoints earned each week are totaled over the course of a session. Theteams with the most points at the end of the session are entitled tocompete in Playoffs, discussed later in this manual. The number ofpoints a team can earn in a week of League play are: Open 8-Ball Divisions - Each individual match is worth up tothree points. A team can win a maximum of 15 points. Open 9-Ball Divisions - Each individual match is worth up to20 points. A team can win a maximum of 100 points. Ladies Divisions - Each individual match is worth up to threepoints. A team can win a maximum of nine points. 3-Person Divisions (8-Ball) - Each individual match is worth upto three points. A team can win a maximum of nine points. 3-Person Divisions (9-Ball) - Each individual match is worth upto 20 points. A team can win a maximum of 60 points. Doubles Divisions (8-Ball) - Each individual match is worth upto three points and the doubles match is worth up to six points. Ateam can win a maximum of 12 points. Doubles Divisions (9-Ball) - Each individual match is worth upto 20 points and the doubles match is worth up to 40 points. Ate
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