by Becky Johnston | Mar 3, 2026 | Billiard News by APA at PoolPlayers.com
The American Poolplayers Association (APA) continues to earn national recognition as a leading franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking small business ownership. In the newly released 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 rankings, APA secured the #209 spot among the...
by Becky Johnston | Feb 16, 2026 | Billiard News by APA at PoolPlayers.com
Beginning with the 2027 Championship cycle, the APA Wheelchair Championship will transition to the APA 9-Ball format. This update is designed to strengthen competitive balance and enhance the overall championship experience. After reviewing participation trends and...
by Becky Johnston | Feb 11, 2026 | Billiard News by APA at PoolPlayers.com
“The Black Widow” is back. This week marks the triumphant return to the WPBA Tour for “The Black Widow” Jeanette Lee as she competes in the Women’s Professional Billiard Association (WPBA) Classic Championship, taking place February 12–15 at Classic Billiards. With...
by Becky Johnston | Nov 16, 2025 | Billiard News by APA at PoolPlayers.com
James Blackburn of Reidsville, N.C., is the 2025 U.S. Amateur Champion, successfully defending his 2024 title. Blackburn defeated Dean Macnaughton of Barrie, Ontario, in an exciting final, 11-8. Macnaughton finished as Runner-Up. Macnaughton punched his card to the...
by Becky Johnston | Nov 15, 2025 | Billiard News by APA at PoolPlayers.com
Tatum Cutting of Diamond, Ohio, is the 2025 Womens U.S. Amateur Champion. Cutting defeated Nellie Del Rosario of Chula Vista, Calif., 9-5 in the final. Del Rosario took home the Runner-Up trophy after her impressive run through the tournament to get to the final....
