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APA 2026 Spring 8-Ball Classic Northwest Indiana Regional

IMPORTANT
ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN
Online Registration is now open. 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
Your ID must be available for review at registration and prior to competing in each match. If you do not have a proper picture ID, you will not be allowed to play. In all Higher Level Tournament events it is considered standard procedure for good sportsmanship if, at the beginning of each match, contestants provide proper identification to their opponents before shaking hands.
Accepted:
- State/Province issued picture ID
- Military ID
- Passport
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.
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ADDITIONAL REGIONAL INFORMATION
DATE & TIME
Doors open at 9:30am on Saturday, March 7.
Registration with a current picture ID will be from 9:30 am-10:30 am.
Players Meeting at 10:30 am.
Play will begin following the Players Meeting.
LOCATION
Griffith Billiards
116 S. Broad St.
Griffith, IN 46319
(219) 934-7665
The location is Non-Smoking on the 2nd floor, Smoking allowed on the 1st floor.
Age Restricted 21 And Older
Open Tables During Tournament Play
TOURNAMENT DIRECTORS
Johnny and Gloria Maricich will be the on-site Tournament Directors. Call (708) 745-8244 or email illianaapa@comcast.net with questions or to let them know if you will NOT be attending.
GENERAL INFORMATION
There will be a total of 31 poolplayers advancing to this Regional event. Of those, 4 participants will advance to the APA Poolplayer Championships held at the luxurious Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino to compete for cash, prizes, and the Championship title.
| Tiers | Skill Level Breakdown | Number of Participants | Advance to Championship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Tier | Skill Level 6 | 9 | 1 |
| Red Tier | Skill Level 5 | 9 | 1 |
| Yellow Tier | Skill Level 4 | 7 | 1 |
| Blue Tier | Skill Level 2-3 | 6 | 1 |
| TOTAL | 31 | 4 |
WHERE TO STAY
- See online for lodging options in the area.