New: Break Decoder (Legal vs Illegal - Who Breaks)

November 11, 2026 at 7:05 PM

by San Diego APA

New: Break Decoder (Legal vs Illegal - Who Breaks)

November 11, 2026 at 7:05 PM

by San Diego APA

Break scenarios can get confusing fast—when a break occurs, players aren't always sure whether it was legal or illegal, and more so, who breaks now.

To take the guesswork out, we’ve added a brand-new Breaking Decoder to our helper tool!

https://claude.ai/artifact/Jmow34vBKai1us3dEkkuuD (both tools)

The Break Decoder Tab Not sure what happens after a break? Simply answer a couple of quick questions about the break or follow the flowchart. It walks you directly through:

  • Legal vs. Illegal Breaks: Clearly determine whether the break met official requirements.
  • Who Breaks Now: Know exactly what happens in either case—whether the original breaker breaks again, the opponent takes the break, or play continues.

Still Included in the Same Tool (https://league.poolplayers.com/sandiego/post/57957 ):

  • Double Post or Makeup Tab: Select your match circumstances and notice given to see your allowed double post and makeup options match by match.
  • 23 Rule Tab: Plug in your roster to verify legal lineups and eligible players for double posts or makeups.

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

OTM with more details: https://media.poolplayers.com/TMRB/Team-Manual-English.pdf 

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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