New Tool: Double Post or Makeup Match Decoder (w/23 rule)

October 22, 2026 at 11:03 PM

by San Diego APA

New Tool: Double Post or Makeup Match Decoder (w/23 rule)

October 22, 2026 at 11:03 PM

by San Diego APA

We know double posting, makeup matches and the 23 Rule when Double Posting can get confusing, so we built a simple tool to help. Punch in your situation and details, it shows you what’s allowed.

https://claude.ai/artifact/Jmow34vBKai1us3dEkkuuD 

Double Post or Makeup tab
Pick whether you’re the short team or the opponent, how much notice was given, and how many players will be there. It shows your makeup and double post options match by match.

23 Rule tab
Enter your full roster as it shows in the scorekeeper for that team, then check who will be showing up. It tells you if your lineup is legal and which players can be used for a double post or makeup.

Check out this Rule of the Week to test out the 23 Rule Feature: https://league.poolplayers.com/sandiego/post/56728 

A few reminders:

  • This tool covers standard weekly 8 Ball and 9 Ball only.
  • Requests for more than two makeup matches need League Office approval.
  • Know your options ahead of time.

Bylaws with more details: https://apa-by-laws.s3.amazonaws.com/prod/921_bylaws_2026.pdf 

If you have questions, reach out to the League Office.

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