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2010 CSI / BCAPL Press Releases
Press Release
For distribution December 20, 2010
CSI Adds 8th BCAPL National 9-Ball Championships to the 35th BCAPL 8-Ball Nationals in May 2011
CueSports International (CSI) has listened to the requests of BCA Pool League Operators and players, and added BCAPL National 9-Ball Championships singles and team competitions to the BCAPL series of events in May at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The dates for the BCAPL nationals are May 11-22, 2011.
The BCA Pool League 9-Ball Challenge will kick off the BCAPL calendar of events Wednesday, May 11-12 and two BCAPL 9-Ball singles events will take place Thursday, May 12 with Men’s and Women’s Open Singles 9-Ball. Then from May 13-21, the BCAPL 8-Ball National Championships will take center stage with its 22 singles, scotch doubles and teams divisions. As the 8-Ball events wind down, a two day BCAPL 9-Ball team tournament will take place the closing weekend Saturday and Sunday, May 21-22.
Below is more information about the BCAPL National9-Ball Championships. For more details and entry forms visit www.playbca.com:
BCAPL 9-Ball Singles (May 11-12, 2011):
• BCAPL 9-Ball Challenge
• BCAPL 9-Ball Singles (BCAPL Open Players Only)
• On-site late signups allowed, space permitting.
BCAPL 9-Ball Teams (May 21-22, 2011 / Three Player Teams / Three Divisions):
• Men’s / Mixed Open
• Men’s / Mixed Advanced / Master
• Women’s
• On-site late sign-ups allowed, space permitting.
Long time event host, the Riviera Hotel & Casino has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals with a three tier pricing structure ($60 - $80 per night). To receive these great new rates (with no resort fee), you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
Starting in early 2011, CSI will be able to accept online registration for all CSI independent events including the Jay Swanson Memorial 9-Ball Tournament, U.S. Bar Table Championships, the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship, and the 12th U.S. One Pocket Championship.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution December 20, 2010
CSI Adds National Amateur 9-Ball Championships to the BCAPL 8-Ball Nationals in May 2011
CueSports International (CSI) has listened to the requests of BCA Pool League Operators and players, and has added BCAPL National 9-Ball Championships singles and team events to the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. CSI has added two days to the championship calendar to accommodate the return of the 9-Ball events. The dates for the BCAPL nationals are May 11-22, 2011.
The schedule for all of the traditional BCAPL 8-Ball events will remain unchanged. The BCA Pool League 9-Ball Challenge will begin Wednesday May 11. The BCAPL 9-Ball Men’s and Women’s singles events (for Open players only) will begin and end Thursday, May 12. This will provide another event for the Open players who play in the Scotch Doubles and Singles events on Friday and Saturday, May 13-14.
The BCAPL 9-Ball team events will be played on the closing weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May 21-22. Most 9-Ball Teams will enter in advance and the limited 256 slots available may fill early. All 9-Ball Teams will consist of 3 players from the same league. The formats will include Mixed Open, Mixed Advanced / Master, and Women’s Open. All entry fees will be $125. The 9-Ball team events will allow combinations of Open, Advanced, Master, and Grand Master players, and teams may be formed on the day before the events begin … providing any of the 256 slots are still available.
As always, every pool player on the planet has a place to play during 12 days in May at “The Greatest Pool Tournament in the World!” For more information about the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships and the BCAPL 9-Ball National Championships visit www.playbca.com
Additionally, the Riviera has lowered their rates for the series of BCAPL events. To receive these great new rates, you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV.
Starting in early 2011, CSI will be able to accept online registration for all CSI independent events including the “Swanee”, U.S. Bar Table Championships, the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship, and the 12th U.S. One Pocket Championship.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution December 17, 2010
New Divisions and More Money Added to 18th U.S. Bar Table Championships in 2011
In 2011 the U.S. Bar Table Championships will be expanded to include Women’s 10-Ball and Women’s All Around bonuses. Event producer, CueSports International (CSI), is also adding more money to total $25,250 added. Celebrating its 18th anniversary, the event will be held February 21-27, 2011 at the tournament’s long time host location, Terrible’s Sands Regency Casino Hotel in Reno, Nevada.
The popular bar table event has grown substantially in the past couple of years. In 2010 the event drew slightly over 500 players, a 27% increase from 2009. Starting in 2011 the tournament will feature the following divisions:
• Open 10-Ball
• Open 9-Ball
• Open 8-Ball
• Women’s 10-Ball
• Women’s 9-Ball
• Women’s 8-Ball
• Open All Around Bonuses to the top three (3) point leader
• Women’s All Around Bonuses to the top two (2) point leaders
To be eligible for either the Open or Women’s All Around Bonus points, a player must compete in all three of the respective divisions.
The room block rates for the U.S. Bar Table Championships at Terrible’s Sands Regency are very low and sell out quickly. The 2011 rates based are $18 Sunday – Thursday and $40 Friday and Saturday, and they require a one night advance deposit. Call 1-866-386-7829 to reserve your room with block code POOLBAR-FEB11.
For more information, view the event flyer and the entry form visit www.playbca.com or www.playcsipool.com.
Starting in early 2011, CSI will be able to accept online registration for all CSI independent events including the “Swanee”, U.S. Bar Table Championships, the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship, and the 12th U.S. One Pocket Championship.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution December 13, 2010
Jay Swanson Memorial Moves to Hard Times Billiards in Bellflower As It Reaches 15th Year
This year marks the 15th year the Jay Swanson Memorial 9-Ball Tournament has been held. On February 12-13, 2011, the two day 9-ball event moves to Hard Times Billiards in Bellflower, CA (www.hardtimesbellflower.com).
Young, old, novice and pro alike participate in what is considered a tournament that truly celebrates an outstanding man, Jay Swanson, and all he stood for. Swanson was called “The Gentle Giant” due to his spirit and demeanor which belied his impending physical stature.
The first “Swanee” was held September 1996 at College Billiards in San Diego, CA, where it remained until 2005. From 2006-2010 the event was held at Hollywood Billiards in Los Angeles. However, this past summer when it was announced Hollywood Billiards planned to remove many tables as part of a renovation it was decided the 192 player event would need a new home.
Mark Griffin, CSI CEO and former owner of College Billiards (Swanson’s home room) with many volunteers and the assistance of writer and pool personality Jay Helfert, have kept the memory of Swanson alive.
The “Swanee” field started with 64 players and in the past three years reached a full 192 field with 10-20 player wait list. Once again in 2011 the “Swanee” will have a guaranteed $3000 added and with a full 192 player field $4000 added. Doors open at 9 am with play starting at 10 am.
For further details, including flyer and registration visit: 15th Annual Jay Swanson Memorial 9-Ball Tournament Information
Due to the event’s popularity it is advised that you register in advance to secure your spot. Starting in early January, CSI will be able to accept online registration for all CSI / BCAPL / USAPL events including the “Swanee”, U.S. Bar Table Championships, the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship, the 12th U.S. One Pocket Championship, the USAPL National Championships and all divisions of the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
For the best rates at the Riviera in May read the following information:
Stay, play, and win all under one roof at the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. The Riviera has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals. To receive these great new rates, you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out. To qualify: must book and pay the entire 8+ nights (non-refundable) and CALL the Riviera Reservation line: 800-634-6753. Group Code: BCAPCPP.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution December 12, 2010
CSI Adds National Amateur 9-Ball Championships to the BCAPL 8-Ball Nationals in May 2011
CueSports International (CSI) has listened to the requests of BCA Pool League Operators and players, and has added BCAPL National 9-Ball Championships singles and team events to the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The return of the 9-Ball events will allow more BCAPL amateurs to qualify for the championships in May, in part because CSI has added two days to the championship calendar. The new dates are May 12-22, 2011.
The schedule for all of the traditional BCAPL 8-Ball and 9-Ball events will remain unchanged. The BCA Pool League 9-Ball Challenge opening event will begin Wednesday May 11, and two BCAPL 9-Ball singles events will be contested Thursday, May 12 in Men’s and Women’s Open divisions only. This will provide another event for the Open players who play in the 9-Ball Challenge on Wednesday and the Scotch Doubles and Singles events on Friday and Saturday, May 13-14.
The BCAPL 9-Ball team events will be contested on the closing weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May 21-22 . 9-Ball Teams will form on the spot and teams will fly in to Las Vegas just for the weekend to fill the 256 slots available. All 9-Ball Teams will consist of 3 players with an entry fee of $125 and the formats will include Mixed Open, Mixed Advanced / Masters, and Women’s Open. The 9-Ball team events will allow combinations of Open, Advanced, Masters, and Grand Masters players, and teams may be formed on the day before the events begin … providing any of the 256 slots are still available.
More information will be available soon on playbca.com -- http://www.playbca.com/Home.aspx
As always, every pool player on the planet has a place to play during 12 days in May at “The Greatest Pool Tournament in the World!”
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League, the National Championship Series (NCS), and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Stay, play, and win all under one roof at the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. The Riviera has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals. To receive these great new rates (with no resort fee), you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out. To qualify: must book and pay the entire 8+ nights (non-refundable) and CALL the Riviera Reservation line: 800-634-6753. Group Code: BCAPCPP.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution November 30, 2010
See BCA Pool League Player Rating Categories
It’s less than 6 months before thousands of pool players from around the world unite to compete again in this year’s 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships May 11-22, 2011 in Las Vegas, widely recognized as “The Greatest Pool Tournament in the World!” Join in and celebrate 35 years of tradition with the greatest amateur and professional players on the planet!
THE BCA Pool League has expanded player rating categories to include Open, Advanced, Masters and Grand Masters level effective Jun 1, 2010. The new Advanced and Masters player lists are too extensive for a press release. For convenience, a link to detailed up-to-date player classifications can easily be found on playbca.com at:
http://playbca.com/Leagues/AdvancedandMasterList.aspx.
1. First select Men, Women or both.
2. Next select Masters, Grand Masters, Advanced or any combination.
3. Then click Go
In addition, the criteria for each rating classification are listed at the bottom of the web page.
Also, for those who haven’t already done so, now would be an excellent time to make travel arrangements and book room(s) for the team(s). It may seem like there is plenty of time, but with the holiday season here, time will fly by fast. Check on the excellent rates for as low as $60/night for an 8 day stay including weekends at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. To make the stay more comfortable, the Rivera Hotel & Casino has renovated 2000 rooms with new European style beds, flat screen TV, Wi-Fi and has created a new look with well appointed guestrooms, and a refurbished casino. For room details visit http://playbca.com/Events/2011BCAPL8BallNationalChampionships.aspx.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
The past two years CueSports International (CSI) analyzed the growth of players’ skill levels at the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships and decided to create a new rating classification: the Advanced Division.
CSI has also reclassified all active Player Members to be included in the other singles divisions (based on their individual ability).
The Advanced Division was created to add a level of play that falls between the Open Division and the Masters Division. Most of the players who have been moved into the Advanced Division were moved from the Masters Division down to the Advanced. The goal is to allow more players to participate and to further competitive opportunity.
The following new Advancement Criteria is effective June 1, 2010 and is retroactive to all players who have cashed in the singles divisions of the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships since 2005 and all recognized BCAPL state and regional rankings.
¬New Advancement Criteria Old Policy New Policy
Top 8 from Men’s Open Singles Master Master
Top 4 from Women’s Open Singles Master Master
9th-48th from Men’s Open Singles Master Advanced
5th-12th from Women’s Open Singles Master Advanced
Top 8 from Men’s Player Member Singles Master Advanced
Top 2 from Women’s Player Member Singles Master Advanced
Top 6 from Men’s Senior Singles Master Advanced
Top 3 from Women’s Senior Singles Master Advanced
Team Masters:
All Team Masters will be placed on the Advanced or Open player lists based on singles performance and known ability. The Team Master category is based on an individual’s participation on a team’s finish at the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships.
State Masters:
Players who are currently listed in their state as a Master player (but who have not participated in the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships) may remain as a Master or be moved down to the Advanced Division based on known ability and state and regional tournament results from 2005 – 2010.
Player Members:
All new Player Members, beginning June 1, 2010 will be required to enter the Advanced or higher Singles Divisions, ranked based on known ability. New and established Player Members (who have not cashed) may request consideration to enter the Open Division, but will be assessed individually.
Players on the Advanced list may petition the BCAPL to be removed. The Advanced category is based on individual play. If we have a tournament history of that player in singles that indicates that they are not an Advanced level player, they may be removed from the list and put back into the Open division.
Petition Procedure
To petition the BCA Pool League in order to be removed from the Advanced, Master, Grand Master or Team Master list, email Bill Stock at bill@playcsipool.com or mail the request. Telephone requests will not be accepted. All requests must be in writing.
Bill Stock
Director of Referees
Rules Administrator
CueSports International
2041 Pabco Rd
Henderson, NV, 89011
bill@playcsipool.com
For more information about CSI call (702) 719-7665 or email info@playcsipool.com
Stay, play, and win all under one roof at the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. The Riviera has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals. To receive these great new rates, you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out. To qualify: must book and pay the entire 8+ nights (non-refundable) and CALL the Riviera Reservation line: 800-634-6753. Group Code: BCAPCPP.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution December 12, 2010
Team Criteria defined for the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
The best amateur and professional pool players worldwide keep focused on May for competing on the grand stage of the 35th Annual BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships from May 11-22 of 2011 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. With the addition of the new Advanced Level player classification, more detailed team requirements will be used to enhance fair and challenging play for all. This enhancement will broaden the range of skilled pool players that will compete. Multiple divisions consist of Trophy Division, Open Division, Advanced Division, Masters Division, and Grand Masters Division.
In response to high demand from the players and the BCA Pool League Operators, additional 9-Ball Team Events, now round out “The Greatest Pool Tournament in the World”! Three new events include the 9-Ball Mixed Open Team, the 9-Ball Mixed Masters Team and the Women’s Open 9-Ball events. CueSports International (CSI), once again delivers on creating more choices for all the players.
The BCA Pool League has expanded their events to include these following set of team challenges.
Mixed Masters Teams (3 person teams / 6 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 11, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master on the roster
2 - All players on the roster may be from any BCAPL sanctioned league
Mixed Advanced Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 11, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Grand Masters
2 - Only one (1) Master on the roster
3 - Remainder of roster made up of Open and Advanced Players
4 - Teams must have at least two (2) original players from their local league team
5 - Two (2) original players must play in each round
6 - Additional players may come from any BCAPL sanctioned league in the same state as the team origin
Mixed Open Teams (5 person teams / 10 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 13, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Mixed Open Team
3 - Teams must have at least three (3) original players from their local league team
4 - Three original players must play in each round
5 - All players must come from the same league
2nd Chance Men’s Mixed (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 8, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Mixed Open Team
3 - Teams must have at least two (2) original players from their local league team
4 - Two original players must play in each round
5 - All players must come from the same league
Women’s Advanced / Master Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 9, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - Only one (1) Master or Grand Master on the roster
2 - Remainder of roster made up of Open and Advanced Players
3 - The Master or Grand Master may come from any BCAPL sanctioned league in the same state as the team origin
4 - Two women on the roster must be from the same league
5 - There is no original player requirement for the Women’s Advanced Teams
Women’s Open Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster )
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 9, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Women’s Open Team
3 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Open Teams
4 - All players must come from the same league
2nd Chance Women’s Open Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 8, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Women’s Open Team
3 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Open Teams
4 - All players must come from the same league
Mixed Trophy Teams (5 person teams / 10 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 13, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Advanced, Master or Grand Master players are allowed on Trophy Teams
2 - Teams must have at least three (3) original players from their local league team
3 - Three original players must play in each round
4 -All players must come from the same league
5 -Trophy Team players cannot have cashed in any division in any previous BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
6 - Teams that placed in the top eight (8) of the Mixed Trophy Team division are not allowed to return to the Trophy division
7 - A team may return if they have two (2) or fewer members from a previous top eight (8) finishing team
Women’s Trophy Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 8, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Advanced, Master or Grand Master players are allowed on Trophy Teams
2 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Trophy Teams
3 - All players must come from the same league
4 - Trophy Team players cannot have cashed in any division in any previous BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
5 - Teams that placed in the top three (3) of the Women’s Trophy Team division are not allowed to return to the Trophy division
6 - A team may return if they have two (2) or fewer members from a previous top three (3) finishing team.
Open Scotch Doubles (One Male and One Female)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 4/3, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - Both members of an Open Scotch Doubles Team must come from the same BCAPL sanctioned league
2 - Both players must be Open Players
Master Scotch Doubles (One Male and One Female)
Format: 8-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 5/4, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master on a Master Scotch Doubles Team
2 - Grand Master must be a league qualified player
3 - Two league players must come from the same state
4 - A Player Member may play with a league qualified Open, Advanced or Master player from the same state (Player Members may not play with a Grand Master)
New 9 Ball Team Events
Mixed Open 9 Ball Team (3 person teams / 6 players max on roster)
Format: 9-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 10, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Mixed Open Team
3 – There is no original player requirement for 9-Ball Teams
4 - All players must come from the same league
5 - May signup on location during the BCAPL National event
Advanced / Master 9-Ball Team (3 person teams / 6 players max on roster)
Format: 9-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 10, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master or (1) Master on the roster
2 - All players must come from the same state
3 - May signup on location during the BCAPL National event
Women’s Open 9 Ball Team (3 person teams / 6 players max on roster)
Format: 9-Ball, Double Elimination, Race to 8 + Handicap, Alternate Breaks, BCAPL Rules
1 - One (1) Advanced, Master, or Grand Master Player is allowed on a Women’s Open Team
2 - For Advanced (Add 1 game), for Master (Add 2 games), or for Grand Master (Add 3 games)
3 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Open Teams
4 - All players must come from the same league.
5 - May signup on location during the BCAPL National event
Each player on the roster must have played a minimum of eight full regularly scheduled matches played over a minimum of eight weeks during a single sanctioned session in the same league division.
To view the Advanced, Master and Grand Master player list please visit: http://playbca.com/Leagues/AdvancedandMasterList.aspx
All requests for review to be removed from the Advanced, Master, or Grand Master lists must be in writing. Telephone requests will not be accepted. Either email or mail your requests to:
Bill Stock
Director of Referees
Rules Administrator
CueSports International
2041 Pabco Road
Henderson, NV 89011
bill@playcsipool.com
For more information about CSI call (702) 719-7665 or email info@playcsipool.com
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League, the National Championship Series (NCS), and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution December 3, 2010
Online Registration Available Starting 2011 for All CSI Open Events and BCAPL Nationals
CueSports International (CSI) is proud to announce starting January 2011 players will be able to register online for all CSI events including the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships.
In addition to the traditional fax and mail-in modes of registration, players will now be able to pay their entry for the following events scheduled the first 6 months in 2011. CSI will accept Visa or MasterCard in encrypted and secure event registration areas on the CSI websites (www.playcsipool.com and www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com).
• 15th Annual Jay Swanson Memorial 9-Ball Tournament
(February 12-13, 2011 at Hard Times Billiards, Bellflower, CA)
• 2011 BCAPL Midwest Regional 8-Ball Championships
(February 10-13, 2011 at Canterbury Park, Shakopee, MN)
• 18th Annual U.S. Bar Table Championships
(February 21-27, 2011 at the Terrible’s Sands Casino Hotel, Reno, NV)
• 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
(May 11-22, 2011 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV)
• 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship
(May 13-15, 2011 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV)
• 2011 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship
(May 16-21, 2011 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV)
For extensive and full details about the above events visit: http://playbca.com/Events/UPCOMINGEVENTS.aspx
FOR MAY 2011 RIVIERA RESERVATIONS:
Stay, play, and win all under one roof at the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. The Riviera has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals. To receive these great new rates, you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out. To qualify: must book and pay the entire 8+ nights (non-refundable) and CALL the Riviera Reservation line: 800-634-6753. Group Code: BCAPCPP.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution November 24, 2010
CSI Preps for 2011 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship and Adds 12th U.S. Open One Pocket to May Riviera Roster
Las Vegas becomes Mecca to top amateur and professional players worldwide every spring when CueSports International (CSI) moves into the Riviera Hotel & Casino Convention Center. Each May CSI produces a unique mix of the high octane amateur competition, with the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships, alongside equally exciting pro level events.
In 2011, the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship enters its 2nd year at the Riviera May 16-21. The $25,000 added 10-Ball event will be limited to 96 players and preceded by the 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship.
The U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship is a Billiard Congress of America (BCA) points event and recognized by the WPBA. In accordance, CSI will hold an invite spot for the top 20 U.S. men and top 10 WPBA players. The invitee’s spots will be guaranteed till March 18, 2011. The 30 invite letters will be sent out December 22-24, 2010. Any invite spots that are either declined or entry has not been paid by the March 18th deadline will revert to an open spot.
The remaining 66 U.S. Open 10-Ball spots will include approximately 6-10 qualifiers. The qualifier’s locations and dates will start to be posted on the CSI and BCAPL sites by Mid-January.
Prior to the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship, CSI will hold the 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship May 13-15 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino. With $10,000 minimum added and a field size limited to 32 players, it is anticipated to attract some of the best one pocket players in the world. CSI will also be working with other producers and host rooms around the U.S. to schedule a limited number of qualifier spots.
Further information about the 2011 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship and the 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship can be viewed on the CSI (www.playcsipool.com) and BCAPL (www.playbca.com) websites by mid-December. The qualifiers will be listed on the sites by mid-January.
CSI will be taking online registration for all CSI / BCAPL / USAPL events starting in January 2011. Players will be able to pay their entry for CSI / BCAPL and USAPL events using their Visa or MasterCard.
For the best rates at the Riviera in May read the following information:
Stay, play, and win all under one roof at the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. The Riviera has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals. To receive these great new rates, you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out. To qualify: must book and pay the entire 8+ nights (non-refundable) and CALL the Riviera Reservation line: 800-634-6753. Group Code: BCAPCPP.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution July 12, 2010
BCAPL Restructures Criteria for National Championships
CueSports International (CSI) announced last month the expansion of the BCA Pool League national singles player rating criteria to include an Advanced Division. A natural extension of that update is an additional restructuring of the teams and scotch doubles criteria. After much consideration and consultation with BCA Pool League Operators CSI has made the following changes effective with the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships May 12-22, 2011 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino.
Mixed Open Teams (5 person teams / 10 players max on roster)
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters.
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Mixed Open Team.
3 - Teams must have at least three (3) original players from their local league team.
4 - Three original players must play in each round.
5 - All players must come from the same league.
Mixed Advanced Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
1 - No Grand Masters.
2 - Only one (1) Master on the roster.
3 - Remainder of roster made up of Open and Advanced Players.
4 - Teams must have at least two (2) original players from their local league team.
5 - Two (2) original players must play in each round.
6 - Additional players may come from any BCAPL sanctioned league in the same state as the team origin.
Mixed Master Teams (3 person teams / 6 players max on roster)
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master on the roster.
2 - All players on the roster may be from any BCAPL sanctioned league.
Women’s Open Teams (4 person teams)
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters.
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Women’s Open Team.
3 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Open Teams.
4 - All players must come from the same league.
Women’s Advanced / Master Teams (4 person teams)
1 - Only one (1) Master or Grand Master on the roster.
2 - Remainder of roster made up of Open and Advanced Players.
3 - The Master or Grand Master may come from any BCAPL sanctioned league in the same state as the team origin.
4 - All Advanced and Open Players on the roster must be from the same league.
5 - There is no original player requirement for the Women’s Advanced Teams.
Open Scotch Doubles (One Male and One Female)
1 - Both members of an Open Scotch Doubles Team must come from the same BCAPL sanctioned league
2 - Both players must be Open Players
Master Scotch Doubles (One Male and One Female)
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master on a Master Scotch Doubles Team
2 - Grand Master must be a league qualified player
3 - Two league players must come from the same state
4 - A Player Member may play with a league qualified Open, Advanced or Master player from the same state (Player Members may not play with a Grand Master)
Mixed Trophy Teams (5 person teams)
1 - No Advanced, Master or Grand Master players are allowed on Trophy Teams
2 - Teams must have at least three (3) original players from their local league team
3 - Three original players must play in each round
4 -All players must come from the same league
5 -Trophy Team players cannot have cashed in any division in any previous BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
6 - Teams that placed in the top eight (8) of the Mixed Trophy Team division are not allowed to return to the Trophy division
7 - A team may return if they have two (2) or fewer members from a previous top eight (8) finishing team
Women’s Trophy Teams (4 person teams)
1 - No Advanced, Master or Grand Master players are allowed on Trophy Teams
2 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Trophy Teams
3 - All players must come from the same league
4 - Trophy Team players can not have cashed in any division in any previous BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
5 - Teams that placed in the top three (3) of the Women’s Trophy Team division are not allowed to return to the Trophy division.
6 - A team may return if they have two (2) or fewer members from a previous top three (3) finishing team.
To view the Advanced, Master and Grand Master player list please visit: http://playbca.com/Leagues/AdvancedandMasterList.aspx
All requests for review to be removed from the Advanced, Master, or Grand Master lists must be in writing. Telephone requests will not be accepted. Either email or mail your requests to:
Bill Stock
Director of Referees
Rules Administrator
CueSports International
2041 Pabco Road
Henderson, NV 89011
bill@playcsipool.com
For more information about CSI call (702) 719-7665 or email info@playcsipool.com
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League, the National Championship Series (NCS), and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution November 22, 2010
2011 U.S Open 10-Ball Championship Back to Back with 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship
Las Vegas becomes Mecca to top amateur and professional players worldwide every spring when CueSports International (CSI) moves into the Riviera Hotel & Casino Convention Center. Each May CSI produces a unique mix of the high octane amateur competition, with the BCA Pool League National 8-Ball Championships, alongside equally exciting pro level events.
In 2011 the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship, entering its 2nd year at the Riviera, is scheduled May 16-21. The $25,000 added 10-ball event will be limited to 96 players and preceded by the 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship.
Being a Billiard Congress of America (BCA) Pro Point event, the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship will invite the top 20 men U.S. players after the conclusion of Turning Stone Classic XVI in December. Additionally the 10-ball event is once again recognized by the WPBA and will extend invites to the top 10 WPBA ranked women players. However, while the 30 invite spots will be held for a determined time per outlined to the invitees the remaining 66 spots are open.
The 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship will take place May 13-15, have a minimum $10,000 added and limited to 32 players. Both events will be played on 9’ Diamond Pro Tables in the Pro Arena at the Riviera Hotel & Casino.
Further information about both the 2011 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship and the 12th U.S. Open One Pocket Championship will be available on the CSI (www.playcsipool.com) and BCAPL (www.playbca.com) websites by mid-December. CSI will be taking online registration for all CSI / BCAPL / USAPL events starting in January where you will be able to pay your entries with either your Visa or MasterCard. For the best rates at the Riviera in May read the following information:
Stay, play, and win all under one roof at the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. The Riviera has lowered their room rates for the BCAPL 2011 nationals. To receive these great new rates, you must book through the BCAPL online Riviera booking link or call the Riviera toll-free number (800) 634-6753 Group Code BCAPCPP. Go to: BOOK MY ROOM AT THE RIV
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out. To qualify: must book and pay the entire 8+ nights (non-refundable) and CALL the Riviera Reservation line: 800-634-6753. Group Code: BCAPCPP.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial, the U.S. Open One Pocket Championship and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution October 13, 2010
Strickland Endorses USA Pool League - Calling for a Pool “Revolution”
Earl “The Pearl” Strickland is one if not the most decorated U.S. player of his generation. Equally passionate about the sport, “the Pearl” and industry leader CueSports International (CSI) both agree it is time for a “revolution in pool” and that revolution is the USA Pool League (USAPL).
In his 27 years as a professional pool player Strickland’s record include 5 world championships, a record holding 5 U.S. Open 9-Ball Championships, and participating on the U.S. Mosconi Cup Team an astounding 13 times. In the past several years Strickland has devoted much of his time to holding clinics and exhibitions, including from 2008 – 2010 as a member of Team CSI. For his extraordinary accomplishments Strickland was inducted in the BCA Hall of Fame in 2006. While a member of Team CSI, Strickland became more aware of the goals CSI has for the new USAPL.
Believing many of the issues commonly associated with national handicapped pool leagues should be addressed CSI launched the USAPL in late 2009. Some of the issues the USAPL is designed to tackle are “sandbagging” and the constricting policies of tight team handicap limits. Additionally, CSI believes all players should be allowed to enter national championships to test themselves should they choose and not rely on a pyramid of local and regional tournaments in order to be allowed to compete at the national level. This is a philosophy that “the Pearl” also believes – that all players should be allowed to play.
Strickland additionally endorses the USAPL because CSI set up the USAPL to give at least 50% of all monies collected back to the amateur league members on the local level and a sizable portion of CSI’s USAPL proceeds into developing more exposure and support of professional players. “The USAPL is a league that works on behalf of the players, not one where the players work for the league. CSI puts its money where its mouth is. This I can get behind”, said Strickland
CSI is actively recruiting and screening prospective USAPL Managers. All USAPL Managers have free protected territories and use the LeagueSys online scoring and scheduling system. Currently there are active USAPL leagues in 11 U.S. states including: Missouri, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Alabama, Indiana, Oklahoma, Florida, Michigan, Colorado and Maryland with new leagues being organized and developed almost weekly all over the U.S.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Press Release
For distribution October 6, 2010
Riviera Hotel & Casino Offers New Room Discounts for 35th BCAPL Nationals in May 2011
CueSports International (CSI) will be celebrating the 35th anniversary of the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships in May 2011. The host Las Vegas venue, the Riviera Hotel & Casino is offering an unprecedented room rate special for those who stay at the host hotel during the upcoming BCAPL nationals.
This unique 3-tiered special includes some of the lowest rates in recent history being offered at any pool league national championship. The agreement between CSI and the Riviera Hotel & Casino will especially be beneficial to all players, exhibitors and referees who plan to stay in Las Vegas for 8 or more days.
All rates allow up to four people per room, do not increase Friday or Saturday and do not require a voucher via CSI or the BCAPL. Below are the exclusive BCAPL three tier Riviera Hotel & Casino room rates:
$60 Per Night / 8 Night Minimum: Perfect for all Players, Referees, Exhibitors and others who plan to attend most of the event. This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservation cutoff date (04/12/11), or until group room nights begin to sell out.
$70 Per Night / Any number of nights less than 8 / Must Be Booked By January 31, 2011: A great early bird special for everybody who may not be there 8 nights but plan early and like to save money.
$80 Per Night / Any number of night less than 8 / Booked after January 31, 2011: For all who make their reservation after January 31st and who are not planning to stay 8 nights or more.
Additionally, the Riviera Hotel & Casino will be offering in 2011 to all Registered Guests participating in the BCAPL national event: 3 free slot tournaments; food and drink specials; and show specials.
For more details about the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships visit: http://playbca.com/Events/2011BCAPL8BallNationalChampionships.aspx
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions
Press Release
For distribution September 27, 2010
CSI Inks Deal with Mueller Recreational Products
Two pool and billiard industry leaders, Mueller Recreational Products and CueSports International (CSI), are proud to announce they have inked an exclusive 5 year deal to provide the best in cuesport products at the lowest possible prices to BCA Pool League and USA Pool League members and all CSI affiliates.
A family owned company based in Lincoln, Nebraska - Mueller has a 34 year history of providing a wide array of billiard and dart supplies worldwide. In the Mueller / CSI agreement, BCAPL and USAPL league members will be able to benefit by having the Mueller extensive catalogue of products offered at exclusive pricing. For more information about Mueller visit www.muellers.com.
The CSI online member’s only store, Rackem’ Rewards, will be replaced and managed by the Mueller team. “We are excited to work with Mueller. They have a unique placement in the sport as they provide the largest and most complete list of billiard products in the industry. The volume of products Mueller’s sells ensures the best possible pricing for our membership,” said CSI CEO Mark Griffin.
Further details will be announced in the coming months as the specifics of the agreement are rolled out to the pool and billiard community.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Distributed to CSI Contact list September 8, 2010
ACS Schedules 2011 and 2012 Nationals to Conflict with BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
Dear BCAPL supporter,
NOTICE: The ACS has scheduled their national tournament to overlap the BCAPL championships by four days in May 2011. Please be aware of this date conflict when you make plans for sanctioning or dual sanctioning this fall, and also when you make plans to attend national tournaments next spring.
Here are the dates:
Tournament Start Date End Date
2011 ACS National Championships May 7 (Sat) May 14 (Sat)
2011 BCA Pool League 9-Ball Challenge May 11 (Wed) May 12 (Thu)
PartyPoker.net World Pool Masters* May 11 (Wed) May 15 (Sun)
35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships May 13 (Fri) May 21 (Sat)
* Televised professional event for spectators
Here is how the date conflict may affect YOU:
All Referees and Exhibitors – must choose between the BCAPL and ACS events, unless you pull out of the ACS event 4 days early. You simply can’t be in two places at the same time.
Some Players – If you play in the last four days of the ACS nationals (probably the team events), you will not be able to participate in BCAPL Singles Divisions, BCAPL Scotch Doubles Divisions, or in the BCA Pool League 9-Ball Challenge, which attracted more players (248) than any ACS division in 2010. We are concerned that the ACS dates will cause some players to attempt to enter divisions in both tournaments (BCAPL & ACS) … and have to forfeit later due to the conflict. That would be most unfortunate.
THE 35th BCAPL CHAMPIONSHIPS SCHEDULE HAS NOT CHANGED FOR MANY YEARS. IT IS POSTED ON THE EVENT PAGE ON PLAYBCA.COM – CLICK HERE
This decision by ACS is unprecedented. National pool leagues have ALWAYS respected each other’s dates. It is extremely difficult to understand why ACS would put this burden on ANY participants.
This ACS date conflict unfairly discriminates against any league that is impartial, or is loyal to the BCA Pool League – The ACS loyalists who care only about the ACS tournament are completely unaffected by the date conflict in 2011. Only individual Players, League Operators, Referees and Exhibitors who want to attend our event are affected by the conflict, and that is not acceptable.
We hope you will continue to choose “The Greatest Pool Tournament in the World!” The CSI mission statement is “More choices for all players,” and we intend to deliver on that promise to the best of our ability.
If you have any questions, please contact our office at info@playCSIpool.com or (702) 719-7665.
*****Here is why you should choose the 2011 BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships****
Play with the BEST! – BCAPL has set the standard for amateur and professional events since 2004, and BCAPL has been the amateur league standard since 1978, offering the oldest, largest, most competitive, and most comprehensive championships in the U.S. The BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships will celebrate its 35th annual event at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in May 2011.
You may find this comparison between the national championships interesting:
Compare the largest: BCAPL ACS
Singles Division 1,285 entries 128 entries
Singles payout $147,910 $13,955
Scotch Doubles Division 339 couples 82 couples
Scotch Doubles payout $30,815 $8,100
Team Division 672 teams 47 teams
Team payout $158,240 $11,300
So, what else do you need to know?? Oh yeah, there are some …
Great new Riviera room rate specials for 2011 – The Riviera has agreed to some great room rate reductions for May 2011. They are offering a special 3-tier structure of $60/$70/$80 to reward our loyal BCAPL attendees. All rates allow for up to four people/room, and do not increase on Friday and Saturday nights.
• $60/night x 8 night minimum – Perfect for all Players, Referees, Exhibitors, and others who plan to attend most of the event. This special tournament rate is available until the normal reservations cutoff date (April 12), or until group room nights begin to sell out.
• $70/night, booked by January 31 – A great early bird special for everybody who makes plans by January.
• $80/night, regular rate – For all who make their reservations after January 31.
• Riviera Registered Guests Specials – All rate tiers get the same 3 FREE slot tournaments, food & drink specials, and other restaurant and show specials that were provided this year.
• No “Hotel Room Vouchers” are required by the Riviera – The ACS is adding a $50 to $125 “Hotel Room Voucher” fee to every entry into each division of their 2011 tournament. According to their web site, this money will be refunded only if you stay at the Tropicana during the event.
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Team CSI Heading for the Northwest With Strickland and Schmidt
By Press Release - 2010-08-11
Mark Cantrill of Team CSI (CueSports International) today announced that they will be heading back out on the road with Earl (The Pearl) Strickland and (Mr 400) John Schmidt. Team CSI will be performing fun and exciting exhibitions and also holding Pool Clinics at each location. "We have made a group decision to help make our pool clinics more affordable to the average pool and and billiards enthusiast. Although we fill our clinics 90% of the time at the usual $200.00 fee, we are sensitive to the current economy and so we have decided to lower the The Pool Clinic fee to only $100.00 per person. We hope this will make it easier for all to attend." Said Cantrill.
The Team CSI Exhibitions will be the usual format of fun, Earl will perform Trick Shots and stroke shots while telling his stories of life on the road as a player. Mr 400 will run a rack or two of 9-ball while talking through the strategy as he goes, John will also play a mini challenge match against a local hot shot or champion. We then draw names for the chance to play on either team Strickland or Team Schmidt in a rack of scotch doubles, we do multiple drawings for this so and many people as possible get a chance to play. This is usually alot of fun. Then of course Team CSI will be on hand for Pictures, autographs etc. All in all a great night.
"I'm really looking forward to this trip, T-Wheels (Cantrill) usually has us go to places at the coldest or hottest time of the year. This time it looks like we are going to be in a beautiful area at the best time of year, I can't wait" Schmidt commented.
Below is the schedule for the Team CSI exhibition and pool clinic tour.
Mon Aug 16th = Tacoma, WA - Pool Clinic at Full Splice Billiards - 11am-2pm
Mon August 16th = Tacoma, WA - Pool Clinic at Malarkey's - 4pm - 7pm
Tues August 17th = Spokane, WA - Exhibition at Black Diamond Billiards 7.30pm
Wed August 18th = Spokane, WA - Pool Clinic at Black Diamond Billiards 11am-3pm
Thurs August 19th = Vaughn, MT - Pool Clinic at Silver Spur Saloon 11am-3pm
Thurs August 19th = Vaughn, MT - Exhibition at Silver Spur Saloon 7.30pm
Sat August 21st = Denver, CO - Pool Clinic at Billiards Ink (Table Steaks) 11am-3pm
Sat August 21st = Denver, CO - Exhibition at Billiards Ink (Table Steaks) 7.30pm
Mon August 23rd = Albuquerque, NM - Pool Clinic at Doc & Eddy's 11am-3pm
Mon August 23rd = Albuquerque, NM - Exhibition at Doc & Eddy's 7.30pm
Tues August 24th = Las Cruces, NM - Exhibition at Q-Time 7.30pm
Wed August 25th = Las Cruces, NM - Pool Clinic at Q-Time 11am-3pm
For more information or to register for one of the Team CSI Pool Clinics contact Mark Cantrill at 480-612-7732 or email to markc@playcsipool.com
July 12, 2010
BCAPL Restructures Criteria for National Championships
CueSports International (CSI) announced last month the expansion of the BCA Pool League national singles player rating criteria to include an Advanced Division. A natural extension of that update is an additional restructuring of the teams and scotch doubles criteria. After much consideration and consultation with BCA Pool League Operators CSI has made the following changes effective with the 35th BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships May 13-21, 2011 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino.
Mixed Open Teams (5 person teams / 10 players max on roster)
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters.
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Mixed Open Team.
3 - Teams must have at least three (3) original players from their local league team.
4 - Three original players must play in each round.
5 - All players must come from the same league.
Mixed Advanced Teams (4 person teams / 8 players max on roster)
1 - No Grand Masters.
2 - Only one (1) Master on the roster.
3 - Remainder of roster made up of Open and Advanced Players.
4 - Teams must have at least two (2) original players from their local league team.
5 - Two (2) original players must play in each round.
6 - Additional players may come from any BCAPL sanctioned league in the same state as the team origin.
Mixed Master Teams (3 person teams / 6 players max on roster)
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master on the roster.
2 - All players on the roster may be from any BCAPL sanctioned league.
Women’s Open Teams (4 person teams)
1 - No Masters or Grand Masters.
2 - One (1) Advanced Player is allowed on a Women’s Open Team.
3 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Open Teams.
4 - All players must come from the same league.
Women’s Advanced / Master Teams (4 person teams)
1 - Only one (1) Master or Grand Master on the roster.
2 - Remainder of roster made up of Open and Advanced Players.
3 - Teams must have at least two (2) players from the same league.
4 - Two (2) players from the same league must play in each round.
5 - Additional players may come from any BCAPL sanctioned league in the same state as the team origin.
Open Scotch Doubles (One Male and One Female)
1 - Both members of an Open Scotch Doubles Team must come from the same BCAPL sanctioned league
2 - Both players must be Open Players
Master Scotch Doubles (One Male and One Female)
1 - Only one (1) Grand Master on a Master Scotch Doubles Team
2 - Grand Master must be a league qualified player
3 - Two league players must come from the same state
4 - A Player Member may play with a league qualified Open, Advanced or Master player from the same state (Player Members may not play with a Grand Master)
Mixed Trophy Teams (5 person teams)
1 - No Advanced, Master or Grand Master players are allowed on Trophy Teams
2 - Teams must have at least three (3) original players from their local league team
3 - Three original players must play in each round
4 -All players must come from the same league
5 -Trophy Team players cannot have cashed in any division in any previous BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
6 - Teams that placed in the top eight (8) of the Mixed Trophy Team division are not allowed to return to the Trophy division
7 - A team may return if they have two (2) or fewer members from a previous top eight (8) finishing team
Women’s Trophy Teams (4 person teams)
1 - No Advanced, Master or Grand Master players are allowed on Trophy Teams
2 - There is no original player requirement for Women’s Trophy Teams
3 - All players must come from the same league
4 - Trophy Team players can not have cashed in any division in any previous BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships
5 - Teams that placed in the top three (3) of the Women’s Trophy Team division are not allowed to return to the Trophy division.
6 - A team may return if they have two (2) or fewer members from a previous top three (3) finishing team.
To view the Advanced, Master and Grand Master player list please visit: http://playbca.com/Leagues/AdvancedandMasterList.aspx
All requests for review to be removed from the Advanced, Master, or Grand Master lists must be in writing. Telephone requests will not be accepted. Either email or mail your requests to:
Bill Stock
Director of Referees
Rules Administrator
CueSports International
2041 Pabco Road
Henderson, NV 89011
bill@playcsipool.com
For more information about CSI call (702) 719-7665 or email info@playcsipool.com
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League, the National Championship Series (NCS), and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
June 22, 2010
CSI Expands BCA Pool League Player Rating Categories and Adds New Division
The past two years CueSports International (CSI) analyzed the growth of player’s skill levels at the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships and decided to create a new rating classification: the Advanced Division.
CSI has also reclassified all active Player Members to be included in the other singles divisions (based on their individual ability).
The Advanced Division was created to add a level of play that falls between the Open Division and the Master Division. The goal is to allow more players to participate and to further competitive opportunity.
The following new Advancement Criteria is effective June 1, 2010 and is retroactive to all players who have cashed in the singles divisions of the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships since 2005 and all recognized BCAPL state and regional rankings.
New Advancement Criteria Old Policy New Policy
Top 8 from Men’s Open Master Master
Top 4 from Women’s Open Singles Master Master
9th-48th from Men’s Open Singles Master Advanced
5th-12th from Women’s Open Singles Master Advanced
Top 8 from Men’s Player Member Singles Master Advanced
Top 2 from Women’s Player Member Singles Master Advanced
Top 6 from Men’s Senior Singles Master Advanced
Top 3 from Women’s Senior Singles Master Advanced
Team Masters:
All Team Masters will be placed on the Advanced player list. The Team Master category is based on an individual’s participation on a team’s finish at the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships.
State Masters:
Players who are currently listed in their state as a Master player (but who have not participated in the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships) may remain as a Master or be moved down to the Advanced Division based on known ability and state and regional tournament results from 2005 – 2010.
Player Members:
All new Player Members, beginning June 1, 2010 will be required to enter the Advanced or higher Singles Divisions, ranked based on known ability. New and established Player Members (who have not cashed) may request consideration to enter the Open Division, but will be assessed individually.
Players on the Advanced list may petition the BCAPL to be removed. The Advanced category is based on individual play. If we have a tournament history of that player in singles that indicates that they are not an Advanced level player, they may be removed from the list and put back into the Open division.
Petition Procedure
To petition the BCA Pool League in order to be removed from the Advanced, Master, Grand Master or Team Master list, email Bill Stock at bill@playcsipool.com or mail the request. Telephone requests will not be accepted. All requests must be in writing.
Bill Stock
Director of Referees
Rules Administrator
CueSports International
2041 Pabco Rd
Henderson, NV, 89011
bill@playcsipool.com
For more information about CSI call (702) 719-7665 or email info@playcsipool.com
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League, the National Championship Series (NCS), and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.
Effective June 1, 2010
The following significant changes were made to the 2010-2011 Edition of the Official Rules of the BCA Pool League.
Please email Bill Stock at bills@playcsipool.com with any questions regarding these and any BCAPL rules.
1. The Game of 10-Ball has been changed to Call Shot. In addition, how safeties are regulated has changed, as has the progress of the game with respect to continuing play. Please review the entire section on 10-Ball (pages 42-44 of the 2010-2011 Edition.
2. The definitions of Combination Shot and Non-obvious Shot have been expanded, and Rules 1.17.1, 1.17.2 and Applied Ruling 1.17 have been changed to meet the expanded definitions.
3. Rule 1.38.4: Restoration no longer allowed after foul caused by placing ball in hand.
4. 8-Ball: The penalty for any foul on the break has changed from ball in hand in the kitchen to ball in hand. Rules 2.3.3(b), 2.3.4, 2.3.5, 2.4.2(a), and 2.4.3 have been changed and consolidated to reflect the change.
5. Rule 2.4.2(c) has been deleted. If the breaker makes the 8-ball and fouls, the incoming player may no longer require the breaker to re-rack and break again.
Other minor changes throughout the 2010-2011 Edition clarify, but do not change, the intent of the rules. In addition, many new Applied Rulings have been added.
We recommend that you thoroughly review the General Rules, specific games rules, and the Applied Rulings to ensure that you have the best possible understanding of them.
Please call (702) 719-7665 if you wish to be sent a pocket sized copy of the 2010-2011 Edition or you can read the rules online under the League Tab on BCAPL home page: www.playbca.com.
May 8, 2010
CSI Releases Full 128 Player List and Payouts For 2010 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship
Starting next week players, vendors, and the industry press will be converging at the Riviera Hotel & Casino for two weeks of the best pool competition staged in the United States, the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships (May 14-22).
As in the past several years, two premier pro events will take place alongside the BCAPL Nationals, one of which is the much anticipated 2010 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship which takes place May 17-22 in the Royale Pavilion Pro Arena of the Riviera. The event has attracted an astounding list of 128 players from all over North America and across the globe vying for the $89,000 purse.
The event, produced by CueSports International (CSI), is both a Billiard Congress of America (BCA) point event and recognized by the Women’s Professional Billiard Association (WPBA). The open coed tournament features some of the top names in pool. The event payouts can be viewed on the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship page of the BCAPL website, www.playbca.com.
For the full list of players for the 2010 U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship visit the Events tab of www.playbca.com site. The player draw will be posted no later than Saturday, May 15. Real time Live Scoring of the event will be available via the CueSports Tournament System (CTS) which can be viewed at www.ctsondemand.com.
This is an event not to be missed. Spectator tickets will be available on site. For those who cannot attend in person, OB Cues and The Delta-13 are sponsoring the Action Report (TAR) live stream. The stream will start with the second day rounds, May 18 through to the finals May 22. The live stream can be viewed on the following sites: www.playbca.com; www.playcsipool.com; www.theactionreport.com.
The U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship is sponsored by: Diamond Billiard Products, Aramith, Simonis, OB Cues, Delta-13, Billiards Digest, TAR, and BreakRAK.
CueSports International is dedicated to creating more choices for all players. CSI is the parent company of the BCA Pool League, the National Championship Series (NCS), and the USA Pool League. CSI also produces independent events such as the U.S. Bar Table Championships, the Jay Swanson Memorial and the U.S. Open 10-Ball Championship. Visit www.playcsipool.com, www.playbca.com and www.playusapool.com for more information about CSI and its divisions.