For those of you who have been anxiously awaiting the release of the FINAL TOP GUN lists for the 2011 FALL Session....wait no more.

Top Gun is a tournament held after each session that recognizes players for their performance during the session. There are 3 Top Gun Lists for 8-Ball (skill level 2-3 list, 4-5 list and a 6,7 list) and 3 Top Gun Lists for 9-Ball (skill level 1-3 list, 4-5 list, and a 6-9 list). Players earn points toward Top Gun based on the skill level of their opponent when winning a match (i.e. - beat a 5, get 5 points). Players can check out their personal Top Gun points on their Stats page.

Top Gun Lists for APA 8-Ball
APA 8-Ball Top Gun Players

Top Gun Lists for APA 9-Ball
APA 9-Ball Top Gun Players

Players earn points toward APA Top Gun based on the skill level of their opponent when winning a match (i.e. - beat a 5, get 5 points). It is the same for 8-Ball and 9-Ball. The more matches played, the better the chance of making the final Top Gun list at the end of each session.

The players making the final list are invited to play in the 'APA Top Gun Tournament'. Players qualified for APA TOP GUN must be active, have 10 scores, and be on a current roster in the format in which you qualified to be eligible to participate.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2011 FALL SESSION DIVISION WINNING TEAMS!

 • 211-VILLAGE KNIGHTS & MAIDENS
 • 241-CHALK IT UP
 • 271-BREAKERZ II
 • 291-WE CAN DO THIS!
 • 331-THE GO GETTERS
 • 401-THIRD RAIL
 • 402-SHORE THING 5
 • 433-CHALK IS CHEAP
 • 501-LUCKY DOGS
 • 502-HAROLD'S HOT SHOTS
 • 601-SHARKSTERS
 • 602-ON CUE
 • 801-LUCKY ACES

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Congratulations to the following players on qualifying
for the 2012 APA Spring Regionals!

* Dave Bosky * James Carroll * Stephanie Duke * Brian Gardner * Jeanne Gates * Sammie Gore * Kathy Holland * Michael Johnson * Chip Montieth * Frank Morabito * Lynn Stalvey * Brandon Phillips * Henry Warner * Larry Swain * Russell Smith

* James Bell * Jennifer Bodle * Richard Bozzuto * Brian Gardner * Laura George * Kim Goff * Clay Hayden * Bill Hucks * Brent Hudgins * Joey Mahoney * Terrill Mincey * Mike Snead * Derek Strawbridge * Larry Swain

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APA 9-Ball Summer Session Top Gun Tournament Winners!

Christy Allsbrook (Skill Levels 1-4)

Terrill Mincey (Skill Levels 5-9)

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APA 8-Ball Summer Session Top Gun Tournament Winners!

Larry Swain (Skill Levels 2-4)

Jacob Barr (Skill Levels 5-7)

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Rule Books and By-Laws. Please read and share them with your team members. Become familiar with the rules. READ THE BY-LAWS.

They are part of your rules. By-laws overrule or change some rules in your rulebook. Pay close attention to the section on score keeping. This area is very important so as not to let another team cheat you by keeping their handicap down. Read and pay attention to the section in the rulebook dealing with conduct.

View the UPDATED 8/9 Ball By-laws!

View the UPDATED Masters Division By-laws!

The road can be a lonely place - unless that road winds through the heart of APA country with over a quarter of a million members, each with a story to tell. Most folks are surprised to learn that as APA representatives, we actually don't get to play a great deal of pool when we travel. The simple truth is that we spend as much time as possible exchanging stories with players, location owners, and League Operators who make APA the largest and most colorful pool league in the world. We wouldn't have it any other way!

In fact, over the years, we've enjoyed this aspect of our jobs so much, we requested a way to share the faces and stories of the folks we meet with all APA members. Welcome to APA's "Road Trip" blog! Until we make it to your town, join us for a road trip through APA country.

Read APA's "Road Trip" blog

Please Remember:
All new players must pay their $25 membership fee. Team captains will be held responsible for any membership fee's not paid by players. DO NOT ALLOW A NEW PLAYER TO PLAY until they give you their membership fee. Unfortunately, we have to pay the $25 membership to St. Louis for every new player, even if a team drops him or her from their roster after 1 match. If you collect the money before the match, you will not have to worry about paying for it out of your own pocket.

Eligibility for Playoffs
Remember, that in order to be eligible for Playoff matches at the end of this session, a player must play 6 matches during the current session. To play the TRI-CUP, a new player would need 6 matches overall, including the 6 matches during the session.

Weekly Fees - Past Due?
 • Please be sure that your team is caught up on all monies owed.
 • If your team owes past dues it may affect playoffs and wildcard draw.

Team Captain Responsibilities
 • Verify that all team members are valid APA members of legal age and that they are playing at     the skill level that reflects their true ability.
 • Collect membership fees and league dues from each player and submit to the appropriate drop     off location the day after play.
 • Distribute the weekly information that may appear in your envelope so all players are     informed of any important changes, notices, upcoming tournaments, etc.
 • Be responsible for having teammates at the scheduled match site on time.
 • Make sure proper score keeping procedures are followed.
 • Captains are responsible for the overall behavior of the team, and should notify the league     management of any member who is not following good sportsmanship.

Pre-Payment Option:
In order to avoid falling behind on your dues, or having to pay for forfeits out of your own pocket, captains may wish to pre-pay the entire session in the first or second week. A separate notice will be included in your first week's envelope explaining the benefits and procedures of this option.

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