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Match Time Guidelines

We have established guidelines to limit match play time in an effort to produce a tournament that adheres to a schedule that is productive and enjoyable for all participants. We have a full schedule of rounds that must be completed in a timely manner. We strive to offer the best environment and playing conditions for our participants, while fulfilling our obligations to the tournament facility.

The guidelines we have set are more than adequate for tournament status play; in most cases actual match play will take less than the time allotted. Please be courteous; long matches are exhausting to all the players. We ask for good sportsmanship in keeping to the schedule. Your cooperation will help make this tournament fun and exciting for everyone!

Time Guidelines For Individual Matches (8-Ball)
Total Games Must Win
Match Time
Average Game
4 – 6
45 minutes
10 minutes
7 – 10
60 minutes
8 minutes

Example: If a player with a Games Must Win of 5 is matched with a player with a Games Must Win of 3, the total of their handicaps is 8, and their match should not last any longer than 60 minutes.

Additional Team Competition Time Guidelines
Each 8-Ball Team Match
4 hours
Each 9-Ball Team Match
3 hours
Each New Player Selection
2 minute limit
Each coaching
1 minute limit
Average Shot
20 seconds
Special Shooting Situation
45 seconds (maximum)

Note: The Tournament Director may impose Sudden Death in team competition for teams that are not adhering to the guidelines.



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