Quincy The Masters USA National Men’s and Masters USA National Women’s Pool Championships, which will take place from July 6–12, have been announced by the Greater Midwest Pool Players Association (GMPA) and the Billiard Congress of America. The dates of the North American Wheelchair Championships and the National Juniors Championships are July 7–12. The Oakley-Lindsay Civic Center, located at 300 Civic Center Plaza, will host these esteemed competitions, which are hosted by SeeQuincy.
During the seven-day event, hundreds of pool players from North America and other parts of the world will compete in several singles. Everyone who plays in a pool league is welcome, including those who are not.
The dates for the Pro Men, 9-Ball, and 10-Ball events are July 6–9. The dates of the Pro Women’s 8-Ball and 10-Ball competitions are July 8–12. They are all world qualifiers. The best finishers will receive all-expense-paid travel to the international finals in addition to $20,000 in prize money.
For this once-in-a-lifetime chance, registration is still open at www.bca-pool.com/events. Call 303-243-5070 to speak with Steve Mathias or Shane Tyree for further information.
Additionally, the 37th annual Junior Nationals tournament, presented by the Billiard Education Foundation, is back and will begin play on July 7. The most important competition for young athletes on the continent is the Junior Championship. In addition to the exclusive opportunity to represent North America on the international scene at the upcoming September championships in New Zealand, players compete for over $15,000 in prizes and scholarships. Young players can sign up online at billiardeducation.org.
July 7–12 is when the North American Wheelchair Championships will take place. Every day at 9 a.m., play starts. The best finishers will get cash and awards.
The Atrium Hotel will host the third annual PBIA/ACS Instructor Summit on July 9. Members from all around the nation are invited to attend the meet-and-greet on July 8 at 7 p.m. The public is welcome to come and socialize with the best pool teachers in the world.
The members of the Billiard Congress of America (BCA) Board are also cordially invited to the GMPA and the City of Quincy’s annual meeting. Some of the most well-known figures in the pool world are expected to attend, including Shane Tyree, CEO of the BCA. During the pool tournaments, a lot of people will be wandering about the arena, introducing themselves and discussing the business.
For cue sticks, accessories, and expert cue repair, D&D Cues will be present.
The event will include a bespoke cue stick raffle, a billiard accessories package auction, and commemorative promotions and gifts. Free admission is available to spectators. The Billiard Education Fund’s junior players benefit from all proceeds.
The Oakley Lindsay Center, SeeQuincy, and the City of Quincy BET on Q are supporting the week-long billiard gala.
The event will be webcast worldwide.
