Switching Cues During A Match - Rule of the Week

September 19, 2025 3:25 PM

by San Diego APA

Switching Cues During A Match - Rule of the Week

September 19, 2025 3:25 PM

by San Diego APA

Situation: During my match I want to switch from one of my cues to a different cue. My opponent is saying I can't do this, is this true?

No, You may change cues and/or cue shafts during a game provided the cues and/or shafts you are switching to do not violate any rules of use, and you remain within the time guidelines.

To add we have seen a few players with a rifle pool cue, this is not allowed during league play.

Rule: Official Team Manual (OTM) page 38-39 “Equipment”: https://media.poolplayers.com/TMRB/Team-Manual-English.pdf

This section also covers:
  • Jump Cues, Break Cues, Shorties
  • Bridges, cue extenders
  • Laser or mechanical

You can submit a "Rule of the Week" to the league office:

  • Email to sandiego@apaleagues.com.
  • Email Subject Line must read “SDAPA Rule of the Week”
  • Clearly state the rule/situation and if you know where the answer is found please provide those details.

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