APA World Pool Championships
The World’s Largest Pool Tournament
August 4-13, 2022* in Las Vegas
The culmination of weekly APA League play is the 8-Ball World Championship and 9-Ball World Championship, which make up the APA World Pool Championships, held at the Westgate Las Vegas.
*Due to the uncertainties surrounding Covid-19, and it’s potential impact on this event, all dates and times are subject to change.
All Canadian Poolplayers Association (CPA) members should contact their Local League Operator before making travel arrangements.
Online Registration will open approximately two weeks prior to the start of your event. Please login or claim your Online Member Services Account for access.
APA 8-Ball World Championship
August 4-9, 2022*
See the 2022 Agenda
Play Begins: August 4, 4:30 p.m.*
Finals: August 9, 2 p.m.*
Limited On-Site Registration: August 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m
This event is open to any combination of men and women, with a 1st Place prize of $30,000.
APA 9-Ball World Championship
August 9-13, 2022*
See the 2022 Agenda
Play Begins: August 9, 9:30 p.m.*
Finals: August 13, 2 p.m.*
Limited On-Site Registration: August 9, 3 p.m. – 7 p.m
This event is open to any combination of men and women, with a 1st Place prize of $20,000.
Latest News
Thank You Referees at the 2020-2021 World Pool Championships
Thank you to all the referees who donated their time at the 2020-2021 World Pool Championships! The event wouldn’t be possible without you!
2021 Team Shirt Contest Results
Congratulations to the winners and everyone who entered the Team Shirt Contest! Entries were voted on via Facebook and poolplayers.com. There were some great designs!
2020-2021 9-Ball World Championship Results
Rick's Mo-Betta Team of San Antonio, Texas defeated Shorty's Billiards of Hazlehurst, Ga., in the finals of the 2020-2021 APA 9-Ball World Championship. The victory earned Rick's Mo-Betta Team $30,000 in 1st Place prize money, while Shorty's Billiards took home...
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Showdown Series
APA Masters Championship
Westgate Las Vegas
Our most aggressive of formats for our most competitive players. Get your 4 best players together and see if you have what it takes to be a master.
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APA Ladies 8-Ball Championship
Westgate Las Vegas
The Ladies 8-Ball Championship is open to Ladies only teams with a maximum of 5 players.
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APA Jack & Jill Championship
Westgate Las Vegas
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Team Captains Championship
Westgate Las Vegas
The Team Captains Championship is open to Team Captains only teams with a maximum of 5 players.
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MiniMania Tournaments
Westgate Las Vegas
During the Championships in Las Vegas, the APA hosts MiniMania events nearly around-the-clock, which consist of a variety of formats, providing APA members with as many opportunities as possible to compete.
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