Question 1

Do I need experience to join?

Accepted Answer

No. We welcome complete beginners and seasoned shooters alike. The NAPA handicap system evens out matches, so a first-timer can win against a veteran. If you can make it to a table, there is a spot for you.

Question 2

How do I sign up?

Accepted Answer

Pick the county you want to play in and send us your contact info. We place you on a team and a match night near you, then walk you through your first match. There is nothing to figure out alone.

Question 3

Can I join mid-season?

Accepted Answer

Usually yes. Reach out and we will let you know the next opening on a team near you. Your scores start counting toward your NAPA rating from your first match.

Question 4

What does it cost to play?

Accepted Answer

There are no yearly dues, and nothing is owed until the league officially launches. Get in touch and we will walk you through it.

Question 5

Are there cash prizes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This is a cash league — there are cash prizes.

Question 6

When do I start paying?

Accepted Answer

Not until the league officially launches. Signing up now simply reserves your spot.

Question 7

What is NAPA?

Accepted Answer

NAPA is the North American Poolshooters Association, the sanctioning body for the league. It is where players check ratings, standings, and national rankings. Your league matches feed straight into it.

Question 8

What formats do you play?

Accepted Answer

The main games are Laggers Choice, Scotch Doubles, and Singles. Laggers Choice means opponents lag and the winner chooses to either break or choose the game they will play for their set — the options include 8-ball, 9-ball, Fast 8, and 10-ball. Everything runs under official NAPA rules and rankings.

Question 9

How does the handicap work?

Accepted Answer

NAPA assigns every player a rating based on results. Matches are spotted so both players have a fair shot, which keeps every game worth playing regardless of skill gap.

Question 10

Where are matches played?

Accepted Answer

Across Kaufman and Van Zandt counties in East Texas. We place you at the match night in the county closest to home and add venues as more players sign on.

Question 11

What nights do you play?

Accepted Answer

The list of what we are playing and on what nights is posted on the schedule as leagues launch. Ask us to match you to the night that works best for you.

Question 12

Is there an age requirement?

Accepted Answer

Our players range from their 20s through their 70s. Venues may have their own age policies, so reach out and we will confirm for your area.

New player questions, answered.

JoiningDo I need experience to join?

JoiningHow do I sign up?

JoiningCan I join mid-season?

CostWhat does it cost to play?

CostAre there cash prizes?

CostWhen do I start paying?

How it worksWhat is NAPA?

How it worksWhat formats do you play?

How it worksHow does the handicap work?

Where & whenWhere are matches played?

Where & whenWhat nights do you play?

Where & whenIs there an age requirement?