APA is a pool league offering leagues in local areas. They also hold nine-ball or eight-ball tournaments. They even have their own governing board. Former professional pool players now work at APA. They have nearly 250,000 members in the United States. They are a great way to meet new people. They offer prizes and awards.
There are a few things you need to know about the APA 8-ball league. First, the rules can be understood easily. Once you are familiar with how the game scores, it is easy to follow them. The league handicapping system is also very easy. It's a fantastic way to learn the sport.
For example, when shooting an 8-ball, the shot must be a legal one. If the ball does not reach the pocket where it is supposed to be, you will get a foul. If you foul, then you lose the game.
The APA also has rules about call shots. For example, if the player is at fault, he or she must give the cue ball to the opponent. Jump shots with jump cues are also permitted. Basically, you can shoot a shot with a jump cue, but you can only shoot the shot if you're already in the pocket you were supposed to pocket.
The APA also offers a "games have to win" chart which shows your opponents' skill levels. This chart will help you ensure that your game is at its best. This chart is printed on your scoresheet. If you have more balls that your opponent, you should make sure you play with the right amount of balls.
The APA also offers the "8-Ball Classic" which is a tournament held each year. The winner of the tournament will receive more than $200,000 cash and prizes. The event winner receives a trip for two to Las Vegas for the APA National Team Championships. In addition, the winner of the event also receives airfare and lodging from the APA. This event will take places at the Riviera Casino & Hotel in Las Vegas, April 24-26 2003. The event features a tournament as well as an awards ceremony.
In addition to the 8-Ball Classic, the APA also has the 9-Ball Doubles Championship. This competition involves two teams. Each team will compete to win as many matches as they can. The APA National Champion will win the competition.
The league handicapping system at the APA is easy to use. It's also very transparent. For every match that is won, the system gives one point. The number of balls needed to win a match is also given, along with the applied score. The applied score system can be used when you have more game time than your opponent's skill level. The table below indicates the number required balls to win a game.