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The latest news from AZBilliards, the APA, Bullseye Billiards, and World of Pool & Billiards

Pool and billiards news from around the world, covering professional tournament results, APA league updates, player news, and pool instruction. Sources include AZBilliards.com, the American Poolplayers Association, Bullseye Billiards, and World of Pool & Billiards.

AZBilliards
Fresh off her 5th place finish at the WPBA Raxx Mezz Oulhausen CPBA Invitational on Long Island, NY, which elevated her two steps ahead on t...
Mar 26, 2026
AZBilliards
Massachusetts’ Joe Dupuis has been known as a member of the New England pool community in a way that’s similar to (though not nearly for as...
Mar 25, 2026
AZBilliards
Moritz Neuhausen claimed the European Open Pool Championship in Sarajevo, defeating his opponent in the final to take the title. It was a re...
Mar 23, 2026
AZBilliards
His career trajectory, as it’s played out in his AZBilliards’ database profile has been rapid, while at the same time, sparse. Lucas Kilgore...
Mar 23, 2026
AZBilliards
As Saturday (March 14) showed signs of turning into the first few hours of Sunday morning, the last three standing in a Q City 9-Ball Tour s...
Mar 21, 2026
AZBilliards
It’s ‘been a minute’ since we last saw Chris Bruner’s name appear on our payout lists; 1 million, 36 thousand and 223 of them to be precise...
Mar 21, 2026
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AZBilliards
Jackson (18 & under) and Srinivasan (12 & Under) win Joss Junior Championships The first time Ron Casanzio won a stop on the Joss NE 9-Ball...
Mar 18, 2026
APA / Pool Players
The post Concerning Recent App Outages - March 17 appeared first on American Poolplayers Association.
Mar 17, 2026
AZBilliards
The Rack Billiard Club in Clive, IA was action central this past week (March 13th-15th) for Ultimate Pool USA’s Iowa Open. Featuring five ei...
Mar 16, 2026
AZBilliards
With gold medals for the 3-Cushion National Teams for France and Ladies National Teams for the Netherlands, the CEB All-in-One Carom Europea...
Mar 16, 2026
AZBilliards
Billiards, also known as pool in some parts of the world, is often recognized for its rich tradition and competitive play. The sport is curr...
Mar 16, 2026
APA / Pool Players
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Mar 16, 2026
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APA / Pool Players
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Mar 16, 2026
Bullseye Billiards
We started Bullseye Billiards to help players improve through structured, deliberate practice. That mission doesn't have an age requirement....
Mar 16, 2026
APA / Pool Players
The post Women of the APA: Pam Aston - Senior Vice-President appeared first on American Poolplayers Association.
Mar 6, 2026
APA / Pool Players
The American Poolplayers Association (APA) continues to earn national recognition as a leading franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs seeki...
Mar 3, 2026
APA / Pool Players
Beginning with the 2027 Championship cycle, the APA Wheelchair Championship will transition to the APA 9-Ball format. This update is designe...
Feb 16, 2026
APA / Pool Players
“The Black Widow” is back. This week marks the triumphant return to the WPBA Tour for “The Black Widow” Jeanette Lee as she competes in the...
Feb 11, 2026
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Bullseye Billiards
Do you want to get better at pool, but don't have regular access to a table? Maybe you're traveling, the pool hall is closed, or you just ca...
Jan 29, 2026
Bullseye Billiards
Do you spend hours at the table but wonder if you're actually improving? The problem isn't your dedication-it's that most players don't unde...
Jan 29, 2026
Bullseye Billiards
Do you love shooting pool but hate practicing? For most players, the desire to improve is strong, but traditional practice feels like homewo...
Jan 20, 2026
Bullseye Billiards
Ever miss an easy shot when it matters most? You're not alone, and it's not a character flaw. Choking is a predictable nervous system respon...
Dec 20, 2025
APA / Pool Players
The post 2025 APA Shoot for a Cure Raises Over $160,000 for St. Jude appeared first on American Poolplayers Association.
Dec 10, 2025
APA / Pool Players
The post 2025 U.S. Amateur Championship Results appeared first on American Poolplayers Association.
Nov 16, 2025
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APA / Pool Players
The post 2025 Womens U.S. Amateur Championship Results appeared first on American Poolplayers Association.
Nov 15, 2025
Bullseye Billiards
In this lesson, I break down the 2nd-ball break technique for 8-ball and show you how to keep the cue ball on a leash while opening the rack...
Sep 28, 2025
Bullseye Billiards
You've got the fundamentals down and you're running racks in practice. But here's the brutal truth: practice room heroics don't translate to...
Jun 3, 2025
Bullseye Billiards
Want to play your best when it really counts? The secret isn’t just playing fast-it’s knowing when to slow down and when to speed up. In thi...
Feb 10, 2025
Bullseye Billiards
Are you spending hours at the pool table but still missing shots that matter? The issue isn’t how MUCH you’re practicing-it’s HOW you’re pra...
Jan 8, 2025
Bullseye Billiards
Struggling with consistency in your pool game? In this video, I’ll show you how to master your aim, tip contact, and stroke speed to pocket...
Dec 11, 2024
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Bullseye Billiards
This shot from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series is a long stop shot over a pocket. This shot is a true test of your fundamentals, and lea...
Nov 25, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
In this shot from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series, you will see Dr. Dave draw the cue ball off one rail to get position on the 8. Strea...
Nov 6, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
In pool, everything starts with one critical moment-the instant your cue stick contacts the cue ball. Mastering this contact point is key to...
Sep 20, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
I am excited to introduce the Bullseye Instructor Partner Program, designed to support billiard instructors in their teaching journey by pro...
Aug 9, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
In shot 176 from the Rails category of the Bullseye Billiards video series, you will learn a few tips and tricks for dealing with long shots...
Aug 6, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
Use the Illuminated Cueing Arts projector system to make your practice sessions both fun and efficient. Setting up layouts is quick and repe...
Jul 2, 2024
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Bullseye Billiards
This is shot one 193 from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series that shows a medium rail-first shot to land the cue ball on the other side of...
Jun 10, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
The Bullseye app for iPhone and iPad now includes new performance reports by category to show you where you excel and where you need to focu...
Apr 25, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
This is shot 168 from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series that shows a medium-speed shot shooting from the rail. Be aware that pocketing an...
Apr 22, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
I'd like to introduce you to Shortstop on Pool, where billiards meets cool, clear instruction. My friend Bob has studied the sport for decad...
Mar 4, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
Here is Shot 64 from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series. Shot 64 is a fast stun shot off the long rail toward the other long rail.In this s...
Feb 4, 2024
Bullseye Billiards
The Bullseye iPhone and iPad app now includes videos for every shot. Each video contains a demonstration, additional instruction, and key po...
Dec 26, 2023
Stop Doing 23 Rule Math by Hand
Bullseye Billiards
Learn to think at least 3 shots ahead with shot 112 (sidespin) from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series. Stream the Bullseye Billiards Vide...
Sep 24, 2023
Bullseye Billiards
This is shot 105 from the Bullseye Billiards Video Series that shows how to change the angle of the cue ball off a rail using sidespin. St...
Aug 4, 2023
Bullseye Billiards
Unleash your billiards potential with this progressive drill, specifically designed to enhance your follow shots. This tutorial breaks down...
May 23, 2023
Bullseye Billiards
Introducing Practice Sessions The Bullseye app just got an update and now in version 2.1 includes the ability to run a Practice Session for...
May 18, 2023
Bullseye Billiards
Are you tired of feeling like you're not in control during a game of billiards? Want to take your game to the next level? It's time to start...
Apr 18, 2023
Bullseye Billiards
Are you tired of fumbling with books and struggling to set up practice drills correctly? Look no further, Bullseye Billiards has partnered w...
Mar 27, 2023
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World of Pool
The official and correct way to rack 8-ball. Learn how to rack in pool, ensuring a tight and consistent 8-ball rack every time!
Mar 17, 2023
World of Pool
All major leagues consider scratching in the same shot that you pocket the 8-ball a loss of game, but there is an important distinction...
Mar 17, 2023
Bullseye Billiards
Bullseye Billiards has been turned into a video series! Watch the following trailer for a glimpse at what's coming: This collection of 200...
Apr 18, 2022
World of Pool
Side spin or “english” is caused by striking the cue ball left or right of the vertical axis. This puts a left or right hand spin...
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
Beat the 23 Rule Cap Every Match Night
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
To reach a competitive level in the game today, you will need to learn how to jump. This is how to master the jump shot.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is incomplete, but feel free to read through what we have so far. _______________________________________________...
Jan 15, 2022
See Your Strongest Legal Five Free
World of Pool
Coming Soon This lesson is not complete, but feel free to read through what we have so far.
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Introduction There is more to pool than pocketing balls and running racks. I’ve played matches against great players, had a handful of...
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Introduction: If you find yourself shooting a kick, it is usually the result of an opponent's safety or your own cue ball control. Kick...
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Introduction If you watch any movie or television show where the director is trying to convince you that a character is a “pool shark”,...
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
Introduction Position play can be the sole factor that separates a good player from being a great player. Excellent pool looks effortless...
Jan 15, 2022
World of Pool
The most popular aiming system used to teach newer players how to aim is the ghost ball aiming system. This is done by identifying the...
Jan 4, 2022
Stop Doing 23 Rule Math by Hand
World of Pool
Great cue ball control is derived from your knowledge and experience on how to send the cue ball on a specific path by choosing the right...
Jan 3, 2022
World of Pool
A bridge must be both loose enough to allow the cue to effortlessly glide through it while also being secure enough to steadily hold and...
Dec 11, 2021
World of Pool
The purpose of the grip hand/arm is to simply hold the cue up and get forward momentum into the cue; NOT guide the cue left or right. It...
Dec 11, 2021
Bullseye Billiards
Watch Chris Melling run an incredible rack of 8-ball against Mika Immonen in the 2017 World Pool Series.
Sep 5, 2017
News sourced from PoolPlayers.com, AZBilliards.com, Bullseye Billiards, and World of Pool & Billiards. All articles link to original sources.

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