The games of pool billiards are played on a flat table covered with cloth and bounded by rubber cushions. Definitions used in the rules the following definitions apply throughout these rules. The official bca rule book, which was updated in january 2011, is available. Official rules of the bca pool league v bcapl statement of principles these are principles that the bcapl believes in, promotes, and uses to develop the official rules of the bca pool league. New bca rule book official press release from billiard congress of america. The official rules and records book to the billiard congress of america. To be eligible for advancement, you must keep up with feedback forms and have been actively instructing for a minimum of one year.
Bca seal of approval the bca instructor program, the professional billiard instructors association awards a bca seal of approval for excellent products used in billiard training or teaching. Any jumped object balls are spotted in numerical order according to general rules for spotting balls. In addition, the book includes bca hall of fame biographies, tournament results and records and instructional tips. If you encounter any issues when trying to access the reports or download the order form, please contact shane tyree, bca membership manager, at 303. The following general rules apply to all the games covered by these rules except when. Download the current 2020 regulations for a complete explanation of the various csi dress codes and enforcement procedures. For more information or assistance with joining the bca, please contact shane tyree, bca membership manager, at 303. Except when clearly contradicted by these additional rules,the general rules of pocket billiards apply. Any modification or sale of the information herein is strictly prohibited by the laws governing that.
The player uses a stick pool cue to strike a cue ball which in turn strikes. At this time we are only accepting check payments for 2020 pool memberships. Welcome to riverside countys premier bca pool league. Download a seal of approval application or contact the bca s shane tyree at 303. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. The object balls are two groups of seven and the black ball. The other balls are placed in the triangle without purposeful or intentional pattern. Billiards 8 ball rules for general rules that apply to all ims billiard competitions, please go to bca pool. The official rules of the billiard congress of america. This unique work of art is a musthave for any home or commercial pool room. Black ball black ball is played with 15 colored object balls and the cue ball. A thorough knowledge of bca rules must be developed at this level. Type of game one pocket is a unique game in which only two of the six pockets are employed for legal scoring.
These are the official rules of billiards from the billiard congress of america, the governing body of professional billiards in the united states. To facilitate the use and understanding of these general rules, terms. Also included are a glossary of billiard terms and a summary of bca billiards champions. Estimated costs for participating in bca worlds team events only. Enjoy watching the ducks, geese and turtles swimming along the shoreline. While cue ball fouls only is the rule of play when a match is not presided over. If a foul is not called before the next shot begins, the foul is assumed not to have happened. Official rules of the bca pool league statement of principles these are principles that the bcapl believes in, promotes, and uses to develop the official rules of the bca pool league. Bca rules,billiards pool jump shot aiming point youtube. Cuesports international csi is an international pool league and event leader and is currently comprised of three divisions. We show how to engage 4 players in your lineup see the p1p4 boxes to the right of the player name field, the 27 racks are dispersed 8766. Bca rules are the most correct rules, so that is the main advantage to using them. General rules of pocket billiards courtesy of the billiard congress of america these general rules apply to all pocket billiard games, unless specifically noted to the contrary in the individual game rules.
Observe the early morning activities of a blue heron or osprey, or an exciting fishing excursion in the reservoir of visiting bald eagles. This is a bca pool league requirement to play in the las vegas tournament. Lastly, along the bottom, we clarify how the bonuses work. A very helpful chapter for the beginner includes professional tips on basic techniques and strategies. They may not be modified or combined with any other image or text without the written consent of cuesports international.
In billiards whats the difference between apa and bca rules. Each ball pocketed on a legal called shot counts one point and the first player to. Unless clearly contradicted below, general pocket billiards rules of play and etiquette apply to one pocket, and complete general rules are available from the world pool billiard association wpa or the billiard congress of america. Rules and specifications billiard congress of america. Draft of bcapl official rules cuesports international csi. Fouls the following actions are fouls at pool when included in the specific rules of the game being played. General rules of pocket billiards these general rules apply to all pocket billiard games, unless specifically noted to the contrary in the individual game rules. I saw rules on 8 ball for bca and we will be following the rules for appa because i made 8 ball on break and. Bca seal of approval program billiard congress of america. The following actions are fouls at pool when included in the specific rules of the game being played. Any other use of this information is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action. When you chose to live in brandermill, you were not just purchasing a home, but a way of life.
Contains the requirements for multiresidential, commercial, industrial and public buildings and structures. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Eight ball eight ball is played with fifteen numbered object balls and the cue ball. In addition, the regulations of pool billiards cover.
The shooters group of seven balls one through seven or nine through fifteen must all be off the table before he attempts to pocket the eight ball to win. The balls are played in ascending numerical order and the lowest numbered ball must be contacted by the cue ball in order to establish a legal hit. Adopted by states and nt from 1 may 2019, act from 1 june 2019. At a bca sanctioned nontraditional contest, any legal fuel or energy source including wood, woodcharcoal products, gas, or electric, can be used as a heat source for cooking the meats. As of august 2018, scoring was dramatically improved. The building code of australia bca also makes reference to several australian standards and these. Enhance your enjoyment of the game by getting to know the worldstandardized rules for 8ball, 9ball, 14. Complete series of all ncc 2019 volumes, including one, two, three and the guide to volume one. Our organization has received widespread praise for having the most detailed and clear set of rules in the industry. Eight ball is a call shot game played with a cue ball and fifteen object balls, numbered 1 through 15.
What is required is that an object ball falls in the players target pocket. Except when clearly contradicted by these additional rules, the general rules of pocket billiards apply. Please note, all billiard congress of america membership terminate on the calendar year on december 31st. If any object ball is jumped off the table, it is a foul and loss of turn, unless it is the 8 ball, which is a loss of game. Official rules of the bca pool league kindle edition. All games described in these rules are designed for tables, balls and equipment meeting the standards prescribed in the bca equipment specifications. Display the worldstandardized rules for 8ball and 9ball in your pool room. Draft of bcapl official rules hot tubs pool tables.
One player must pocket balls of the group numbered 1 through 7 solid colors, while the other player has 9 thru 15 stripes. General rules the following general rules apply to all the games covered by these rules except when contradicted by specific game rules. A minimum of six 6 teams in a division must compete the entire session in order for the first place team to qualify for the bca national championship prize award. Official rules of cuesports international 1 a message from mark griffin welcome to the official rules of cuesports international, used by the bca pool league and the usa pool league. The building code of australia bca changes each year, so it can take time to keep up to date with the requirements that apply to new homes and renovations. The official rules of the bca pool league are the most extensive set of rules in history. They are published here to help players, officials and administrators understand what the bcapl believes comprises the spirit of the game. Efren reyes, the worlds greatest pool player ever dazzles with his skill and humility duration. Pool billiards the rules of play bca alberta pool leagues. The player or team pocketing their group of object balls and legally pocketing the black ball wins the game. The information published on this page is for the sole purpose of helping players and league operators find a bca pool league in their area. Draft of bcapl official rules players club limited. This file contains property ed by the billiard congress of america. Csi leagues manages the bca pool league and usa pool league, csi events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe and.
I will say that bca rules make concessions for call shot or noncall shot in 8 ball, so call shot is not always the rules used. Certification program billiard congress of america. Member types and benefits billiard congress of america. In addition, the regulations of pool billiards cover aspects of the game not directly related to the game rules, such as equipment specifications and organization of events. Bca official rule book pool cues and billiards supplies.