Roster changes must be a result of need and must go through your Local League Operator.  We will not allow roster changes because the team would prefer to have a better lineup.  The basic minimum criteria for roster changes is as follows:

• Players being considered must have 20 scores in the format, in the last two years.
• They must be the same skill level or lower than the player they are replacing.
• Player must be active, in the format, in the 2021 Spring Session
• Teams must maintain 4 original members of the original qualified roster.

Note: Do not assume your roster changes will be approved.  Every situation is handled on a case by case basis.

The window to request roster changes for the 2020 World Pool Championship qualified teams is May 1, 2021 through June 15, 2021.  All request for roster changes will need to go through your League Operator who will then submit to the APA National Office for review/approval.

Teams are not required to stay together and play as a team until the 2021 event.  However, players must be on a 2021 Spring Session roster in the format (8-Ball or 9-Ball standard format) in which they are qualified and obtain at least 4 more matches played in the 2021 Spring Session to be eligible for the World Pool Championships.

APA National Office Requirements:

• Players must be on a 2021 Spring Session roster in the format (8-Ball or 9-Ball standard format) in which they qualified and obtain at least 4 more matches played in the 2021 Spring Session.
• If your Local League Area does not have a 2021 Spring Session, players must be on a 2021 Summer Session roster in the format (8-Ball or 9-Ball standard format) in which they qualified and obtain at least 4 more matches played in the 2021 Summer Session. If your area is also skipping the 2021 Summer Session, due to Covid challenges, players would then be required to be on a 2021 Fall roster in the qualifying format and get at least 4 additional matches played in the 2021 Fall Session.
• Players will start the event at their Highest Skill Level. Please refer to pages 77-78 of the Official Team Manual for full details.
• 2020 Championship Qualified teams will advance with their 2020 Spring Session roster. The team must maintain 4 original members unless an exception is made.
• Players must have a 2021 membership.

NOTE: Please consult with your Local League Operator as there may be additional eligibility requirements on the Local Level.