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Welcome to East Central IL APA — where pool players of all skill levels come together for competition, camaraderie, and the chance to earn trips to Las Vegas! From weekly league play to exciting tournaments and qualifiers, we’re proud to grow the game of pool across East Central Illinois while creating a fun and welcoming community for everyone.
Everyone Can Play...Anyone Can Win!®
Have Fun. Meet People. Play Pool.®
Have Fun. Meet People. Play Pool.®
Welcome to East Central IL APA! We’re excited to have you here and invite you to become part of one of the most fun and growing pool communities in Illinois. Whether you’re a seasoned player chasing Vegas dreams or brand new to the game looking to meet great people and have fun, there’s a place for you in our league. Grab a cue, join a team, and experience the excitement, friendships, and competition that make APA pool so special!
Have Fun. Meet People. Play Pool!®
The APA Experience
The APA Experience
The American Poolplayers Association (APA) is the nation’s largest amateur pool league, open to players of all levels. Play weekly at local spots, enjoy fair competition with our handicap system, and chase your chance at the championships in Las Vegas. It’s competition, community, and a fun way to improve your game.
Join the East Central IL APA!
Join the East Central IL APA!
The largest amateur pool league in East Central Illinois!
Compete weekly at host locations across the region.
Join the fun! Click HERE to get started today!
How to Play in the League
How to Play in the League
Joining the League is easy! We’ll help you find a team—or you can even start one of your own. Matches are played each week at local bars, restaurants, and pool halls that partner with us to bring the APA experience to life. Check out the host locations in your area and see where the fun happens!
How do I learn the APA League rules?
How do I learn the APA League rules?
APA offers both 8-Ball and 9-Ball formats, pool’s most popular games!
Tournaments
Tournaments
APA World Pool Championships
APA World Pool Championships
The highlight of weekly APA League action is the 8-Ball and 9-Ball World Championships. Together, these events form the APA World Pool Championships, hosted every year at the Westgate Las Vegas.
APA Poolplayer Championships
APA Poolplayer Championships
For individuals, the big stage is the 8-Ball Classic and 9-Ball Shootout. Doubles, Masters, Ladies, Wheelchair, and MiniMania events also take place as part of the APA Poolplayer Championships at the Westgate Las Vegas.
U.S. Amateur Championship
U.S. Amateur Championship
Only the best advance to showcase their skills at this premier amateur event. Competing here means experiencing the highest level of billiards play available anywhere in the United States.
Ready to Play?
Ready to Play?
There’s a whole community of poolplayers ready for another APA League member. Join today to compete with others in the area and make new friends!
Local News
Local News
Ready to Play?
Ready to Play?
Your league at your fingertips, track stats, standings, news, and scoresheets in the APA Pool League app. Plus keep score easily with the scorekeeper app.
AREAS/COUNTIES SERVED: Champaign, Coles, Douglas, Ford, Moultrie, Piatt and Shelby
AREAS/COUNTIES SERVED: Champaign, Coles, Douglas, Ford, Moultrie, Piatt and Shelby
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