Congratulations!
2026 Fall 8-Ball Classic
Gulf States Regional
As a Local Qualifier Board winner, you are now eligible to participate in the Regional level of the APA 8-Ball Classic. You are only a few victories away from a trip to Las Vegas to compete for the championship title.
EVENT DATE
October 3, 2026
DOORS OPEN
8:00 AM
PLAYERS MEETING
8:45 AM
LOCATION
White Diamond Billiards
EVENT DETAILS
Doors open at 8:00 AM.
Players meeting at 8:45 AM.
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Location
White Diamond Billiards
6722 Johnston St.
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 989-9889
Non-Smoking
Player Requirements
Online Registration - Open Now!
Please log in or claim your Member Services account for access. Online Registration closes 48 hours before the start of each event. If you do not register online, you will need to see the Tournament Director prior to the players meeting to register. You will not be allowed to play until you register and certify your Skill Level.
Current Picture ID Is Required
Bring a valid State/Province picture ID, Military ID or Passport. Your ID must be available for review prior to competing in each match. If you do not have a proper picture ID, you will not be allowed to play.
Keep Your Eligibility
All winners must remain on the roster of an active 8-Ball team until the Regional. Failure to remain on an active team in the format you qualified for will result in a forfeiture of your Regional qualification.
Additional Information
- Open Tables During Tournament Play.
Resources
Lodging
- See online for lodging options in the area.
Tournament Directors
Preston and Lisa Granger
Contact them with questions or if you will not be attending.
Phone:
Player Advancement
There will be 52 poolplayers at this Regional event. 5 participants will advance to the APA Poolplayer Championships held at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino to compete for cash, prizes and the Championship title.
Purple Tier
SL 7
16 Participants
1 Advances
Orange Tier
SL 6
7 Participants
1 Advances
Red Tier
SL 5
12 Participants
1 Advances
Yellow Tier
SL 4
10 Participants
1 Advances
Blue Tier
SL 2-3
7 Participants
1 Advances
