Master's League starts Summer session June 17

June 4, 2025 7:51 PM

by Baton Rouge APA

Master's League starts Summer session June 17

June 4, 2025 7:51 PM

by Baton Rouge APA


We are currently accepting registrations for our APA Masters league which currently takes place on Tuesday nights in the East Baton Rouge/Livingston areas.

If you are interested in putting a team in or joining a team please let us know ASAP. The new session starts the week of June 17th!

Contact us at 985-807-4829 via text or FB message at Baton Rouge APA.

Masters League details:

The APA Masters Division is a non-handicapped league within the American Poolplayers Association (APA) that is designed for the higher-skilled players. It follows the U.S. Amateur Championship rules and format, with each match a race to 7, including 8 games of 9-ball and 5 games of 8-ball. Teams consist of 3-4 players, with 3 participating in each match.

Key Features and Rules:

No Handicaps:

Unlike other APA formats, the Masters Division does not use handicaps to level the playing field.

Team Format:

Teams consist of 3-4 players, with only 3 participating in each match.

U.S. Amateur Championship Format:

Follows the same rules and format as the U.S. Amateur Championship, including a race to 7.

Push Outs and Jump Cues:

Push outs are allowed after the break during games of 9-ball, and the use of jump cues is permitted.

Scoring:

Each game won is worth one point, and the first player to 7 wins the match.


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