Pool – End of The World Tournament

Pool: The ancient Mayan civilisation of self-proclaimed prophets and conspiracy theorists claims that Friday, December 21st, 2012, will mark the ‘end of days’ for all. The end of time, however, will not stop a keen pool player from picking up his cue. Therefore, what better way to celebrate than holding an End-of-the-World Pool Tournament?

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Pool News - WPA World 9-Ball Championships for Juniors, Girls & Wheelchair athletes

Pool isn’t just for adults. Players these days are getting younger and younger, and it is by no means just a male sport. In just over a week, serious players will compete for the WPA World 9-ball championship for Juniors, girls, and wheelchair athletes. This event will be held from the 5th to the 7th of December in Germany.

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Pool Rules - Official rules of play for English 8 Ball Pool by Rileys

Pool Rules - There are so many types of pool rules, and variations of the game that you need clarification on which rules you should be playing. Most pool leagues will use the standard eight-ball UK pool rules.

Below are the official 8 Ball pool rules from BAPTO (British Association of Pool Table Operators), a leading organisation in cue sports . At the time of writing, these rules are the most up-to-date and comprehensive. By following these standard 8-ball pool rules, you can ensure a fair and dispute-free game. BAPTO Pool Rules.

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Pool News - Kimberley takes British Open as BWPPA 2012 tour concludes.

Pool Tour News - BWPPA Final Event

Pool Tour Update - The concluding tour stop of Europe’s largest wheelchair pool tour, the BWPPA Dynamic Billiards tour was held at Barnsley with the British Open Wheelchair 9-ball Championship, which attracted a small but strong field, the players were given handicapped starts to reflect both their playing ability and current tour ranking.

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Pool - Rileys Sports Bars Ltd Saved with New Investment

Pool News – Riley’s sports bars are one of the UK’s most popular sports club venues in the country. With over 70 establishments throughout the UK boasting a massive range of UK pool tables, American pool tables, darts and, of course, live sports.

The company has been struggling over the last few years and has now been bought from administration by private investors.

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