You are responsible for knowing when and where to play. Your entire Stage 1 schedule will be available prior to the division start at www.ctsondemand.com. Select the correct event and division to view the Division Homepage (example below). To see your Stage 1 schedule, type your team’s name or any of your teammates’ names in the search field and then click the search button. Please note that clicking the Stage 2 bracket image will not display your Stage 1 schedule.
The CSI Group Play format is a two-stage tournament. Stage 1 is a group stage and Stage 2 is a single elimination final bracket. In Stage 1, teams are drawn into five separate matches (excluding factors beyond our control). STAGE 1 SCHEDULE
You are responsible for knowing when and where to play. Your entire Stage 1 schedule will be available prior to the division start at www.ctsondemand.com. Select the correct event and division to view the Division Homepage (example below). To see your Stage 1 schedule, type your team’s name or any of your teammates’ names in the search field and then click the search button. Please note that clicking the Stage 2 bracket image will not display your Stage 1 schedule. Going two-and-out, or even being eliminated early, is a thing of the past! With the CSI Group Play format, all teams are guaranteed at least five matches.* Stage 1 is a group stage and Stage 2 is a single elimination final bracket. In Stage 1, teams are randomly drawn into five separate matches,* each usually consisting of 15 racks or 9 racks for ladies teams. The teams that perform the best advance to Stage 2.
Below is a full explanation of the CSI Group Play format. First, thank you for being part of the USA Pool League! The purpose of this article is to explain the process of finding and paying your monthly invoices so you can keep your league in good standing.
HOW TO ACCESS YOUR MONTHLY INVOICES League Managers are required to submit prize fund and royalty payments that are postmarked no later than the 10th day of each month. LMS makes this process easy. Within the first few days of each month, LMS will generate your invoice for the previous month based on all scheduled league play. To find your invoices, log into LMS and click the "Main Menu" icon located in the top left corner of the screen (see below). Select the menu option "Billing" to download any of your invoices. Note that each division will appear as one line item on the invoice. In order for LMS to invoice the correct amount, you must always ensure that the settings are correct for every division. LMS needs to know how many sets are played in each match, the cost per player (per match), and whether the division is single-play or double-play. Click the "Division Settings" icon located near the top right corner of the screen (see below). The BCA Pool League member sanctioning process is an integral aspect of your league. Your players will receive an array of membership benefits and you want them to take advantage of those benefits as quickly as possible. Fortunately, the FargoRate League Management System (LMS) makes the process easy.
Any person who plays more than one match in your league requires a BCA Pool League membership. League Operators are responsible for timely payment of all membership fees even if they fail to collect them. Below, you will find a tutorial to help guide you through the membership process and best practices to keep your league in good standing. Your LMS Sanctioning Report is a great tool for tracking the membership fees of your players and indicating to the BCA Pool League which players you are paying for. On your LMS homepage, click the main menu icon (3 horizontal lines) on the top left. It's never a great feeling to travel to an event, lose the first two matches, and be eliminated quickly. The CSI Group Play format was developed to eliminate that problem and provide all teams more play. Stage 1 is a group stage and Stage 2 is a single elimination final bracket. In Stage 1, teams from the entire field are randomly drawn into 5 separate matches and the teams that perform the best advance to the Stage 2 single elimination bracket.
Although this format has been used since 2022 in our state/regional events, many teams experienced it for the first time at the 2024 CueSports International Expo in Las Vegas. One area of confusion for some came when the Stage 2 single elimination brackets were posted with byes included. The immediate reaction from some was, "Stage 2 should never have byes. It should be a full bracket." Are they correct? It's never a great feeling to travel to an event, lose the first two matches, and be eliminated quickly. The CSI Group Play format was developed to eliminate that problem and provide all teams more play. Stage 1 is a group stage and Stage 2 is a single elimination final bracket. In Stage 1, teams from the entire field are randomly drawn into 5 separate matches and the teams that perform the best advance to Stage 2. The Stage 1 ranking criteria may be slightly different depending on whether the particular division is handicapped, non-handicapped, or whether it uses the BCA Pool League or USA Pool League scoring methods. However, the first advancement criteria is normally match win percentage.
If the division has an even number of teams, there are no "byes" in Stage 1 and all teams play the same number of matches, usually five. However, if the division has an odd number of teams, there will be one team, in each of the five Stage 1 rounds, that has no opponent, which are labeled as a "bye." The result is that five teams play four matches while the others play five. To accommodate our tremendous growth and better service our members, we are making changes to our support process. If you encounter an issue, the first step should always be an attempt at self help by utilizing the tools and materials that we have made available. If the resolution to your issue cannot be found in these tools and materials, you may submit a support request to our new support ticketing system. For the quickest resolution, please follow the below steps before submitting a support request.
CueSports International is thrilled to announce the establishment of the CueSports Hall of Fame, featuring a comprehensive three-tiered voting process to honor and celebrate individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the billiards industry through means other than being extraordinary professional players.
The CueSports Hall of Fame will not only recognize innovative equipment designers, influential promoters, and dedicated advocates but also highlight the diverse and dynamic nature of their contributions. To ensure a fair and comprehensive selection process, the induction into the CueSports Hall of Fame will be determined through a threefold voting system, involving the public, a media committee, and the dedicated staff at CueSports International. ![]() On August 10, 2023, we announced that the 2024 BCA Pool League World Championships in Las Vegas will feature the CSI Group Play format for all team divisions. That announcement can be read here. Below are additional details of how the CSI Group Play format will work specifically for BCA Pool League divisions. TERMS Before we get into the details, let's define a few terms: Match - one team vs. one team Rack - a single game of 8-ball, 9-ball or 10-ball ![]() On August 10, 2023, we announced that the 2024 USA Pool League National Championships in Las Vegas will feature the CSI Group Play format for all team divisions. That announcement can be read here. Below are additional details of how the CSI Group Play format will work specifically for USA Pool League divisions. TERMS Before we get into the details, let's define a few terms: Match - one team vs. one team Set - one player vs. one player (a set number of racks or a race) Rack - a single game of 8-ball, 9-ball or 10-ball ![]() CueSports International (CSI), parent company of the USA Pool League, is thrilled to announce that all teams in the USA Pool League National Championships will now be guaranteed to play at least five matches.* Going two-and-out, or being eliminated early, is a thing of the past. The 2024 USA Pool League National Championships, which takes place February 21 - March 2 in Las Vegas, will feature the CSI Group Play format for all team divisions. In a traditional double-elimination format, 25% of teams play only two matches, 50% play only three matches, and up to 75% play only four matches. With the CSI Group Play format, every team will be guaranteed to play more. We've been playing a version of this format in our state and regional events since 2021. Participation in those events has increased significantly and post event surveys show that approximately 86% of participants love it! ![]() CueSports International (CSI), parent company of the BCA Pool League, is thrilled to announce that all teams in the BCA Pool League World Championships will now be guaranteed to play at least five matches.* Going two-and-out, or being eliminated early, is a thing of the past. The 2024 BCA Pool League World Championships, which takes place February 21 - March 2 in Las Vegas, will feature the CSI Group Play format for all team divisions. In a traditional double elimination format, 25% of teams play only two matches, 50% play only three matches, and up to 75% play only four matches. With the CSI Group Play format, every team will be guaranteed to play more. We've been playing a version of this format in our state and regional events since 2021. Participation in those events has increased significantly and post event surveys show that approximately 86% of participants love it! ![]() CueSports International (CSI), and its CSI Leagues division, is excited to announce the Amusement & Music Operators of Wyoming (AMOW) as its newest affiliate league association. On Monday, July 18, the AMOW Board of Directors voted in favor of the new affiliation which makes all AMOW leagues, essentially every pool league in the state of Wyoming, members of the BCA Pool League. This affiliation brings a wealth of new benefits to AMOW League Operators and players. Every AMOW league will now use the FargoRate League Management System (LMS) at no cost, the BCA Pool League mobile scoring app at no cost, all AMOW league data will be automatically reported to FargoRate at no cost, all AMOW players will get the premium features of the FargoRate app at no cost, all AMOW players can become eligible for BCA Pool League events, including the BCA Pool League World Championships in Las Vegas, and much more. Additionally, all AMOW annual events will convert from the old subjective rating structure (AAA / AA / A / B / C) to divisions based on Fargo ratings and use the CSI online registration and tournament management system (CTS), the only such system in the world with FargoRate fully integrated. This means that AMOW players can register online for AMOW events and all divisions will be more competitive. Finally, AMOW events will now use the brand new 7-foot Predator Apex Premier League Edition pool tables, which have been meticulously designed as a collaboration between CSI and Predator for maximum performance, reliability, and fun. To learn more about the 7-foot Predator Apex Premier League Edition table, click here. AMOW President, Nic George, expressed his excitement about the new affiliation when he said, “We have clearly outgrown our humble beginnings. The time to move forward with CSI and FargoRate is now. We’re most excited for what this strategic partnership provides.” Ozzy Reynolds, CueSports International CEO said, "We are thrilled to have the AMOW as part of the CSI Leagues family. Change is not the comfortable thing to do and the AMOW Board of Directors should be proud of themselves for being true leaders by improving their organization and the entire pool landscape in the state of Wyoming. CSI is committed to unifying all pool leagues, across the globe, under one umbrella. All leagues, state and regional associations, and even other national organizations, can join CSI Leagues to obtain the vast array of benefits while maintaining their identities and independence. Any association or organization interested in offering the very best to its members should contact CSI at [email protected]. The Amusement Music Operators of Wyoming (AMOW) is a state association comprised of service companies in the coin-operated amusement industry who share a common goal of providing recreation, camaraderie, fun and fair competition to Wyoming communities by coordinating well organized pool and dart leagues and events. We are proud to offer to qualified players, annually held Wyoming state events that recognize growth and excellence at all skill levels. By partnering with outstanding international organizations for pool and darts, the integrity of each sport is ensured and Wyoming qualified league players are invited to attend and compete in choice events hosted worldwide. CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League; CSI Events produces numerous league and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com or find CueSports International on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. CueSports International (CSI), parent company of the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League, is excited to announce a truly groundbreaking partnership that makes Predator Apex the official pool table of CSI, the BCA Pool League and the USA Pool League. Predator Apex Premier League Edition tables will now be used in all CSI, BCA Pool League and USA Pool League events beginning with the CSI Western Canadian Championships, August 16-20, in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. Predator has long been the world's most innovative and trusted billiards product manufacturer and has revolutionized the sport with industry-changing products. Low-deflection shafts, the Uni-Loc joint, the BK series of break cues and of course, the carbon-fiber REVO shaft, are just a few examples of how Predator has pushed the sport into new and improved directions. They are now poised to do the same with pool tables. CSI league events will use the 7-foot Predator Apex Premier League Edition table that has been meticulously designed as a collaboration between CSI and Predator for maximum performance, reliability, and fun. With its 25mm one-piece pure Brazilian slate, overbuilt frame and composite legs, each capable of supporting the entire weight of the table, it boasts strength and stability. With its 4.5 inch perfectly flush pockets, ultra-black matte fingerprint resistant finish, pocket sound dampening, tracks that prevent chalk from getting stuck in the table, and a ball return system designed to be quiet and keep the balls clean, every detail has been carefully considered to provide the ultimate league-playing experience. Additionally, all aspects of the playing equipment have been designed to work together perfectly. Rather than having the tables, cloth and balls all be different brands designed and manufactured by different companies, Predator Arcadia cloth, Predator Arcos balls and Predator Apex tables have been specifically designed to work together to provide the best playing experience. Like it has done with its other product lines, Predator is leading the way with the next generation of tables while keeping the entire experience in mind. Ozzy Reynolds, CueSports International CEO, said "This is an exciting time for our industry. We have been working closely with Predator since 2019 in producing the best professional events on U.S. soil and last year, we cofounded and launched the US Pro Billiard Series. Our teams have become like family and, together, we will grow and push the sport to new heights. Buckle up." “Growing our sport requires inspiring more players and for that to happen, players need to enjoy playing the game, again and again,” said Karim Belhaj, CEO of Predator Group. “The new Predator Apex 7-foot table, Arcadia cloth and Arcos balls have been designed to deliver performance that you can count on. Joining forces with CSI’s fair and fun league system allows us to offer a great playing experience for league players to have more fun. Together we are setting a new standard for the next generation!” Below are just a few of the upcoming events that will feature the new 7-foot Predator Apex Premier League Edition table. Visit www.playcsipool.com/events for a full list of all upcoming CSI and CSI-affiliated events.
CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League; CSI Events produces numerous league and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com or find CueSports International on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Predator Group’s mission is to inspire billiards fans by providing innovative experiences and products that deliver high performance, with unsurpassed class and style. Predator, Poison and Uni-Loc are Predator Group brands that focus on performance pool tables, cues, billiards accessories and precision components to deliver the ultimate playing experience. For more information, visit www.predatorcues.com, www.poisoncues.com and www.uni-loc.com. ![]() CueSports International (CSI) is excited to announce that Jam Up Apparel is the official team wear partner of CSI Leagues, the division of CueSports International that manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League. This partnership provides a significant discount on high-quality, fully customized sublimated shirts for individuals or teams. The BCA Pool League World Championships and USA Pool League National Championships are coming soon, March 23 – April 2, 2022, and matching team shirts have always been required for the team divisions. Team shirts at these prestigious events must substantially match in color, style, and trim and each person on the team must have their own matching team shirt. So, look your best, compete in style, and comply with the team dress code requirements by ordering your Jam Up Apparel team shirts today. A fully customized sublimated shirt is normally $89.95. However, it’s now just $69.95 using our special promotional code. To take advantage of this special offer, visit https://jamupapparel.com, select an existing design or the fully custom option. Upon check-out, enter coupon code CSI22. The deadline to order for guaranteed arrival is Monday, February 21, 2022. Orders will be accepted after this date but delivery prior to the event cannot be guaranteed. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Jam Up Apparel. Their designs are trendy, stylish and modern so I can’t wait to see how great our teams look this year,” said Ozzy Reynolds, CEO of CueSports International. Damian Pongpanik, CEO of Jam Up Apparel said, “We are honored and excited to be working with CSI to bring quality custom team apparel to its members. My team is committed to bring quality apparel and great service to the billiards community.” ---- CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is currently comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League, CSI Events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com. ![]() CueSports International (CSI) and Predator Group are excited to announce that the 2022 US Pro Billiard Series will feature nearly a half million dollars in added prize money and a total prize fund of approximately $775,000, representing more than a 300% increase in added money over the inaugural 2021 season. All six events will have more than $52,000 added each, upgrading them all to World Pool-Billiard Association (WPA) Category 3 sanctioned events which secures the exclusive dates on the WPA calendar and allows players to earn more WPA ranking points from each event. The 2022 season will culminate with the 2023 Predator World 10-Ball Championship, boasting a quarter-million-dollar prize fund, held as part of the CueSports International Expo in Las Vegas, February 22 – March 4, 2023. The Predator US Pro Billiard Series provides a clear pathway to becoming a WPA World Champion. The winner of each 2022 event will receive a guaranteed spot in the 2023 Predator World 10-Ball Championship. In addition, a minimum of the top 12 players in the Predator US Pro Billiard Series rankings who are not otherwise invited by the WPA, a WPA continental federation or a promoter wild card, will also earn spots in the 2023 Predator World 10-Ball Championship. Below are the events scheduled for the 2022 season. How were we able to triple the added money in just the second season? The unique format, two sets, race to four each plus a shootout if the set score is tied at 1-1, has created much more drama and excitement. Routine fans are watching longer and more importantly, it is attracting a broader audience. We have received many messages from people saying that their spouse began watching for the first time because the matches are faster and more dramatic. Children are telling their dads to let them know when another shootout happens. On-site spectators are crowding the tables to see who will win the final game of a set or who will crack under the pressure of the shootout. This increased excitement has led viewership numbers on Billiard TV and YouTube to rise which has attracted new sponsors. As promised from the beginning, this additional revenue is being reinvested in the Predator US Pro Billiard Series and the players’ pockets. After all, they are the stars, not the promoters. CSI and Predator are committed to a long-term growth strategy. Our goal is to elevate and grow the entire sport, from top to bottom, leveraging the synergy between league participation, event turnout, equipment sales, increased viewership, and new sponsors. Maximum exposure. We are not interested in selling a few on-site spectator tickets or pay-per-view packages. The product is made available to as many people around the world as possible for free via YouTube’s World Billiard TV channel, Billiard TV and For the Fans (FTF) TV networks. Build the fan base. To better build the fan base, every event is staged alongside CSI league events with hundreds, sometimes thousands, of BCA Pool League and USA Pool League members in attendance. For the sport to grow, fans must admire the pros and pros must appreciate the fans. A more professional game. 10-ball is featured as the “game of the pros” because it requires more skill than 9-ball. In 10-ball, shots must be intended and called, breaking requires better technique and maneuvering the cue ball for position on the next shot is often more difficult. Format and equipment consistency. Every Predator US Pro Billiard Series event is played using the same format and equipment. There won’t be different race lengths, different bracket types, or different equipment from event to event. Every event will feature Predator Apex Tables with 4-1/4” pro cut pockets, tournament blue Arcadia Cloth, Predator Arena Lights and Predator Arcos II Balls. The most innovative ranking system. The US Pro Billiard Series ranking system is managed by FargoRate, the most trusted pool player rating system on earth. It has been designed specifically to balance overall skill level and event results. It eliminates the need for ranking committees and top players are not knocked out of contention by a single misfortune or tough draw. Billiard associations are also seeing this increase as beneficial to the entire industry. “It is always great for our athletes and our sport when we see promoters continually raise the bar and grow their events and their prize funds.” said Shane Tyree, WPA Board Chairman and Billiard Congress of America Communications Manager. “To see what CSI and Predator have planned for 2022 and beyond with the US Pro Billiard Series is very exciting for North American professional players and cue sports enthusiasts.” CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is currently comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League, CSI Events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com. Predator’s mission is to inspire billiard fans by providing innovative experiences and products that deliver high-performance, with unsurpassed class and style. Predator, Poison and Uni-Loc are Predator Group brands that focus on performance pool tables, cues, billiard accessories, and precision components. For more information regarding Predator Group’s products, visit www.predatorcues.com, www.poisoncues.com and www.uni-loc.com. FargoRate computes pocket-billiard player ratings that rate pool players worldwide. FargoRate currently has over 19.1 million games played by nearly a quarter million players from 130 countries in its massive data set. Coupling game win/loss data across local leagues, regions, countries, and continents ensures players everywhere are rated on the same scale. Its mission is to usher in a new era for pocket billiards in which all players everywhere are interconnected and rated by objective performance. For more information about FargoRate, visit www.fargorate.com. ![]() CueSports International (CSI), parent company of the BCA Pool League & USA Pool League, is excited to announce Salotto as its official Find a Match app. As part of this collaboration, CSI, BCA Pool League & USA Pool League members get 50% off the Salotto Pro subscription. Salotto is free to download and use to find games hosted by Salotto Pro members. The Salotto Pro subscription allows users to host a game anywhere a pool table is available. Whether you are at home, a pool room, bar, recreational center, community clubhouse or anywhere else with a pool table, you can host a match and allow others nearby to find your match and compete with you. You can play in the match or just be a host. Want your match results to be reported to FargoRate? Want to build an established Fargo rating? No problem. Your Salotto matches can also be submitted to FargoRate, under certain conditions and for a minimal fee, to help build your FargoRate robustness (the number of games your Fargo rating is based on). Salotto is the only authorized one-versus-one app to submit match results to FargoRate. With the Salotto Pro subscription, you can...
The normal cost of the Salotto Pro subscription is $4.99/month or $49.99/year. However, CSI, BCA Pool League & USA Pool League members pay only $2.49/month or $24.99/year. Simply enter CSI2021 in the Coupon Code box on the Salotto Pro upgrade screen. CSI always strives to provide superior value to its members. Saving $25/year to find matches, host matches and establish your Fargo rating is another great way to provide more value. If you haven't done so already, download the Salotto app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store today. It's free to download, free to use and you can take advantage of the Salotto Pro features for a fraction of the normal price. CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is currently comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League, CSI Events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com or find CueSports International on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter.
Salotto is a mobile app that allows pool players find and host games of pool any place where a pool table is present. This can be at a business or in your own home. Salotto allows members to keep track of stats, win prizes, compete against pool players at their skill level or beyond. Find your game today and visit https://salotto.app to learn more. FargoRate computes pocket-billiard player ratings that rate amateur and professional players worldwide. FargoRate currently has over 19 million games played by nearly a quarter million players from 130 countries in its massive data set. Coupling game win/loss data across local leagues, regions, countries, and continents ensures players everywhere are rated on the same scale. Its mission is to usher in a new era for pocket billiards in which all players everywhere, amateur or professional, are interconnected and rated by objective performance. For more information about FargoRate, visit www.fargorate.com. ![]() Over the past year, league players have contacted us to ask if they will be eligible to play in the 2021 BCA Pool League World Championships if their leagues didn't resume early enough for them to get qualified. We have continued to hope and expect all areas around the globe to reopen in time for players to join a BCA Pool League and become eligible. Unfortunately, there are still many regions in which leagues cannot operate at all or they are only allowed to operate at a significantly reduced capacity. This has made it impossible for many players to become eligible. In light of this, we offer, just for the 2021 BCA Pool League Championships, the following one-time exception. Any person who resides in an "impacted region" may purchase a CSI membership ($40 for one year) and participate in the 2021 BCA Pool League World Championships. An "impacted region" is any region in which leagues have not been allowed to begin or have been mandated to operate at a reduced capacity by the state or local Government. Players in impacted regions that form teams must all reside within an approximate radius of 25-miles (40-kilometers). Please note that this is a one-time exception for the 2021 BCA Pool League World Championships only. Those who wish to compete in next year's 2022 BCA Pool League Championships, which will be held March 23 - April 2, must join a BCA Pool League and meet the minimum weeks of play requirement before the end of the 2021 calendar year. To register for the BCA Pool League World Championships, visit the official event webpage at www.playcsipool.com/2021-bcapl-world-championships. All event details can be found in the Player Guide which can be downloaded from this page. ![]() One of the great benefits of the BCA Pool League is free mobile scoring. The BCA Pool League Scoring App is available for free to all BCA Pool Leagues that use the FargoRate League Management System (LMS), the only league management system in the world with FargoRate built in. There is no need for complicated score sheets, paper, pencils or a math degree. Players can simply log in to the BCA Pool League Scoring App, score the match and submit. Below is an overview of how to properly use the BCA Pool League scoring app. Connect Your FargoRate Profile First!In order to use the BCA Pool League scoring app, you must be on an active BCA Pool League team and have matches scheduled. Your login will be the same as your login for the FargoRate app. If you do not have a FargoRate app account:
If you do have a FargoRate app account:
Still have an issue? See the "Frequently Asked Questions" section near the bottom of this page. 📲 The app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store by searching "BCAPL Scoring App." 🛑 IMPORTANT: The wide range of formats and scoring systems used by the hundreds of BCA Pool Leagues around the world make testing every aspect of every format nearly impossible. Therefore, it is highly recommended that everyone keep a paper score sheet as backup for at least the first session of using the BCA Pool League Scoring App. Logging In
The Match List
Scoring a Game
Adding a Player
Match Handoff
Submit Match
Frequently Asked Questions
Use LMS!If your league is not using LMS, encourage your League Operator to make the switch today. If not, your league will not be able to use the BCA Pool League Scoring App and your league's data will not be reported to FargoRate. This will put you and your teammates at a disadvantage when competing in BCA Pool League events because we may have to assign starter ratings that are higher than your true skill level. For more information about the BCA Pool League, visit www.playbcapool.com. For more information about FargoRate, visit www.fargorate.com. ![]() Predator Group and CueSports International (CSI) are proud to announce the official launch of the US Pro Billiard Series. The 2021 inaugural season features five open/pro 10-ball events between July and the end of the calendar year, each held alongside a CSI Leagues amateur event attended by hundreds and sometimes thousands of BCA Pool League & USA Pool League members. The winner of each event receives a guaranteed spot in the $100,000 added 2022 Predator World 10-Ball Championship, to be held March 28 – April 1, at the CueSports International Expo in Las Vegas. The five 2021 US Pro Billiard Series events plus the end of season 2022 Predator World 10-Ball Championship boasts a quarter million dollars in added money and a total purse of nearly a half million dollars. 2021 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
EVENT 1: US Pro Billiard Series - Arizona Open
July 28-31 Casino Del Sol Resort Tucson, Arizona (held with the CSI Leagues Arizona State Championships) EVENT 2: US Pro Billiard Series - Diamond Las Vegas Open
Sept 1-4 Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, Nevada (held with the BCA Pool League World Championships & USA Pool League National Championships) EVENT 3: US Pro Billiard Series - Michigan Open
Sept 22-25 Kellogg Arena Battle Creek, Michigan (held with the CSI Leagues Michigan State Championships) EVENT 4: US Pro Billiard Series - Ohio Open
Oct 13-16 Roberts Centre Wilmington, Ohio (held with the CSI Leagues Ohio State Championships) EVENT 5: US Pro Billiard Series - Puerto Rico Open Dates: TBA Venue: TBA San Juan, Puerto Rico (held with the CSI Leagues Puerto Rico Championships) For more information or to register for any of these events, visit www.USProBilliardSeries.com. Players are encouraged to not delay because many events are limited to 64 players and registration is on a first come, first serve basis. “We are proud to partner with Predator and FargoRate to make the US Pro Billiard Series a reality. Holding these high-quality pro events along with our already established amateur league events across the country creates a synergy and an atmosphere not found elsewhere,” said Ozzy Reynolds, CEO of CueSports International. “We are never satisfied with 'good enough.' We constantly strive to be better and provide a great experience, not just another tournament.” The US Pro Billiard Series will also feature its own points and ranking system managed by FargoRate. The top six players in the US Pro Billiard Series Rankings who do not earn a spot by winning an event or are not otherwise invited by the WPA, a WPA continental federation or a promotor wild card, will also earn spots in the $100,000 added 2022 Predator World 10-Ball Championship. The ranking system is designed specifically to avoid the pitfalls of traditional points systems. Players earn two types of points – Tournament Points and FargoRate Points. Tournament Points are based upon where players finish in an event (i.e., the traditional approach). FargoRate Points are based upon players’ Fargo ratings relative to the field of players. The total number and distribution of FargoRate Points will match the total number and distribution of Tournament Points. This balanced blending of points allows for the emergence of rising talent while reducing the chance of top players being knocked out of contention by misfortune or a single poor performance. When asked about FargoRate’s new responsibility in managing the ranking system, Co-Founder, Steve Ernst said, “We are very excited to be part of this new professional series. CueSports International and Predator are doing truly great things for the sport and we at FargoRate are honored to be included.” The format of each event has been devised to create drama and excitement. Each match is two sets, race to four. If the set score is tied at 1-1, a spot shot shootout determines the winner. Stage 1 is double elimination to the final quarter of the field. Stage 2 is single elimination. The feature table will be broadcast live on Billiard TV, the first and only 24/7 free television channel dedicated solely to broadcasting billiards programming. Billiard TV will feature full-length matches, trick shot exhibitions, instruction, commentary, news and more. It is scheduled to launch in June and will immediately be available in 12 countries and to 30 million viewers. The equipment used for each event, with the exception of the Diamond Las Vegas Open, will be Predator tables covered with Predator Arcadia Reserve Cloth, Predator Arcos II Balls, Predator Arena Lights, Predator Bridges and Predator 1080 Pure Chalk. The Diamond Las Vegas Open will be played on Diamond Pro-Am tables. “We are excited to build a US tour in partnership with CSI that brings back professional competitions to North America on a regular basis,” said Karim Belhaj, CEO of Predator Group. “We want to give back to the sport, and in particular to pro players that are inspiring new and long-time fans alike. We can all benefit from creating more excitement around the sport.” Predator Group’s mission is to inspire billiard fans by providing innovative experiences and products that deliver high-performance, with unsurpassed class and style. Predator, Poison and Uni-Loc are Predator Group brands that focus on performance pool cues, billiard accessories and precision components. For more information regarding Predator Group’s products, visit www.predatorcues.com, www.poisoncues.com and www.uni-loc.com. CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is currently comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League, CSI Events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com or find CueSports International on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter. FargoRate computes pocket-billiard player ratings that rate amateur and professional players worldwide. FargoRate currently has over 19 million games played by nearly a quarter million players from 130 countries in its massive data set. Coupling game win/loss data across local leagues, regions, countries, and continents ensures players everywhere are rated on the same scale. Its mission is to usher in a new era for pocket billiards in which all players everywhere, amateur or professional, are interconnected and rated by objective performance. For more information about FargoRate, visit www.fargorate.com. You may have noticed a few changes in the way handicaps are calculated in LMS. You may also have noticed a few changes with the online BCA Pool League Handicap Calculator. We'd like to explain these changes to you by using the scenario below. After thoroughly reading this all the way through, we are confident that everything will be clear. Scenario
Legacy Mode The legacy mode is the older method of calculating handicaps based on Fargo ratings. It uses the team averages to calculate handicaps which isn't perfectly accurate but is a very close approximation. The screen shot below shows the legacy mode handicap result for our example scenario: STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) vs POCKETEERS (Team Two). Let's examine how this handicap is calculated. In this mode, the calculator uses the team averages of 417 & 447. It assumes that every game is played between a player rated 417 and 447. In each game, there is a probability of each player winning, a probability of each player losing, an expected score when winning and an expected score when losing. When three match-ups occur, STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) is expected to score 24.042 points while POCKETEERS (Team Two) is expected to score 26.958 points; a difference of 2.916 points. In other words, POCKETEERS is expected to score 2.916 points more than STR8 SHOOTERS over three games. This figure is rounded down to 2.0 points (the nearest whole number) and then multiplied by 2 because 2 games are played in each match-up. This yields a handicap of 4 points per round for all rounds. First Round Mode (NEW) With the new score sheet builder in LMS, we can now calculate more accurate handicaps based on the actual match-ups and Fargo ratings of the players of each game rather than estimating it with team averages. The First Round mode calculates handicaps the same way that LMS now calculates them. The screen shot below shows the first round mode handicap result for all three rounds of our example scenario: STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) vs POCKETEERS (Team Two). Round 1 After entering the correct format info, player ratings and the correct order of players for the first round, the calculator yields a 5-point handicap. Notice that this is slightly different than the 4-point handicap result by using the Legacy Mode. This is not a software glitch. The 5-point handicap is based on the specific match-ups and Fargo ratings of the specific players in every game. It is more accurate than the Legacy Mode calculation. Round 2 In most league formats, the match-ups change in each round and because the match-ups are different, the handicap may also be different. Therefore, we need to calculate the handicap for the second round based on the actual match-ups that will take place. The "Rotate Players" button will rotate the order of Team Two players based on a normal round robin rotation. If your team has a different rotation or if your team is using a substitute player in the second round that did not play in the first round, you must manually enter the player ratings in the fields. In our example, the calculator indicates a 5-point handicap for round 2. Round 3 The order is once again rotated for round 3 and the calculator now indicates a 6-point handicap. Not only is this different than the 4-point handicap indicated by the Legacy Mode, it's also different than the handicap given for round 1 and 2. How can that be? This must be a problem, right? Actually, no. The 6-point handicap given for round 3 is absolutely correct. At this point, you may be saying "How can the handicap points be different in one or more of the rounds? It's the same two teams with the same players so shouldn't the handicap points be the same in every round?" The answer is no. Let's take a look at how these handicaps are calculated. In this mode, the calculator uses the actual match-ups of every single game, not just the team averages of 417 & 447. In each game, there is a probability of each player winning, a probability of each player losing, an expected score when winning and an expected score when losing. These probabilities and expected scores change for every match-up based on the Fargo ratings of the two people playing. When all of these probabilities and expected scores are calculated for each and every game in round 1, STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) is expected to score 48.079 points while POCKETEERS (Team Two) is expected to score 53.921 points; a difference of 5.843 points. In other words, POCKETEERS is expected to score 5.843 points more than STR8 SHOOTERS in round 1. This figure is rounded down to 5.0 points (the nearest whole number). This is repeated for round 2. Again, the probabilities and expected scores change for every match-up based on the Fargo ratings of the two people playing. STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) is expected to score 48.200 points while POCKETEERS (Team Two) is expected to score 53.800 points; a difference of 5.599 points. This figure is rounded down to 5.0 points (the nearest whole number). This is repeated for round 3. Again, the probabilities and expected scores change for every match-up based on the Fargo ratings of the two people playing. STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) is expected to score 47.737 points while POCKETEERS (Team Two) is expected to score 54.263 points; a difference of 6.526 points. This figure is rounded down to 6.0 points (the nearest whole number). Hopefully, it is now clear why the handicaps may be different for different rounds. Full Match Mode The Full Match Mode is a faster way to get the result explained by the First Round Mode above. The user specifies which league and division they are in and the enters the Fargo ratings of the players and the correct order of players for the first round. Because the exact league and division are specified, it knows the exact rotation of players in LMS so there is no need to rotate them and recalculate the handicap for every round. The screen shot below shows the Full Match Mode handicap result for our example scenario: STR8 SHOOTERS (Team One) vs POCKETEERS (Team Two). Notice that it provides the handicap for every round because it already knows the exact rotation of the players for each round. WARNING If a different (substitute) player enters the lineup after the first round, you must recalculate the handicap based on the new player ratings for that round or use the First Round Mode explained above. Summary We understand that this may be a little hard to grasp at first. However, this change was necessary to accommodate the impending release of the BCA Pool League Scoring App and to provide more accurate handicaps for your league. We are confident that you will love the improvements after getting familiar with them. If you have any questions or concerns about LMS, the League Handicap Calculator or the upcoming BCA Pool League Scoring App, please contact LMS Support at [email protected]. CueSports International (CSI) is proud to announce a partnership in which Iwan Simonis, Inc. has renewed its commitment as the Official Cloth of CueSports International, the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League. Simonis Cloth will continue to be used in CSI, BCA Pool League and USA Pool League events, including the BCA Pool League World Championships and USA Pool League National Championships in Las Vegas which are part of the global pool spectacle known as the CueSports International Expo. Simonis has long been the premier pool table cloth manufactured for superior consistency, accuracy and durability. Simonis Cloth can be found on pool tables all over the world and is the choice of professional players and amateurs alike. Ozzy Reynolds, CEO of CueSports International, said "It's difficult to name a company or brand with the longevity and reputation that Simonis has achieved. We are very happy to partner with such a great company and use Simonis Cloth in order to provide a great experience for our members.” "It's difficult to name a company or brand with the longevity and reputation that Simonis has achieved. We are very happy to partner with such a great company and use Simonis Cloth in order to provide a great experience for our members.” Ivan Lee, CEO of Iwan Simonis, Inc., said “I’m pleased to continue our long-standing relationship with CSI, their leagues and events. Ozzy and his team do a great job of bringing excitement and high-quality competition to their members through their commitment to the players and the use of best-in-class products like Simonis Cloth." “I’m pleased to continue our long-standing relationship with CSI, their leagues and events. Ozzy and his team do a great job of bringing excitement and high-quality competition to their members through their commitment to the players and the use of best-in-class products like Simonis Cloth." Founded in 1680 in Verviers, Belgium, Iwan Simonis S.A. is the oldest company in the billiard industry. Iwan Simonis, Inc. is the North American home of the Simonis family of billiard brands including Simonis Cloth and Aramith Balls. For more information about Simonis, visit www.simoniscloth.com. CueSports International is an international pool league and event leader and is comprised of three divisions: CSI leagues, CSI events and CSI media. CSI leagues manages the BCA Pool League, one of the oldest and largest pool leagues in the world. It also manages the USA Pool League, a newer but fast-growing amateur league completely powered by FargoRate. CSI events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe. CSI media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its progressive vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “Shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com or find CueSports International on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram or Twitter. One of the great benefits of the USA Pool League is free mobile scoring. There is no need for complicated score sheets, paper, pencils or a math degree. Simply login to the USA Pool League Scoring App, score the match, and submit it to your League Manager. Connect Your FargoRate Profile First!In order to use the USA Pool League scoring app, you must be on an active USA Pool League team and have matches scheduled. Your login will be the same as your login for the FargoRate app. If you do not have a FargoRate app account:
If you do have a FargoRate app account:
Still have an issue? See the "Frequently Asked Questions" section near the bottom of this page. 🛑 The app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store by searching "USAPL." Scoring a SetBelow is an overview of how to score a match with the app and submit it to your League Manager. Note that the results may not appear until your League Manager verifies and submits them to FargoRate. A USA Pool League team match consists of a number of sets in which one player plays one other player from the opposing team. Each player races to his or her race-to number as determined by their Fargo ratings.
Team Scoresheet ViewOnce a set has been scored, you can view the overall team score sheet by dragging up the blue bar labeled "SCORESHEET."
TimeoutsEach player may take up to three timeouts per set. A timeout is a maximum of 90 seconds. The USA Pool League Scoring App makes it easy to manage and track timeouts. Handoff FeatureIt's common for more than one person to keep score. For example, you may be scoring the first set on your phone but you may have to play in the second set. You can handoff score keeping duties to a teammate with the Handoff feature. Win ScenarioWhen there is only one set remaining in the match, it is helpful to know what each team needs to do in order to win the match. After setting the final set lineup, the "WIN SCENARIO" feature will do this for you. You can even view the win scenarios for different players to determine your best final set lineup strategy.
Final Match ScoreOnce all sets are scored, the overall score sheet for both teams can be reviewed. To submit the score sheet to the League Manager, click "SUBMIT MATCH." Both teams are encouraged to score the match and compare score sheets at the conclusion of the match for accuracy. Both teams may submit the match. Frequently Asked Questions
Join the USA Pool League TodayWhether you are a player looking for the most fair and fun format or you want to start your own successful league business, the USA Pool League is the right choice. FIND A USA POOL LEAGUE START A USA POOL LEAGUE ![]() We have some exciting news about the future of the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, host venue for the CueSports International Expo, which currently includes the BCA Pool League World Championships, USA Pool League National Championships, Diamond Las Vegas Open and Predator World 10-Ball Championship. There have been many rumors about the future of the Rio over the last few years. Many of our members have contacted us to say they heard Caesars closed the Rio and our events were moving, or the Rio is being demolished and a Major League Baseball stadium will be built in its place, or the COVID-19 pandemic has closed the Rio for good, and many others. The truth is that the Rio had been for sale for several years. In December of 2019, Dreamscape Companies purchased the Rio from Caesars. Under the terms of the sale, Caesars will continue to operate the property until 2022, at which time Dreamscape will take over all operations. According to Dreamscape's Director of Group Sales for the Rio, after its takeover, "the Rio will commence a top to bottom multi hundred million dollar renovation and will return to its founding philosophy of a fun and energetic vibe. The renovated hotel suites will be luxurious yet approachable." "The Rio will commence a top to bottom multi hundred million dollar renovation and will return to its founding philosophy of a fun and energetic vibe. The renovated suites will be luxurious yet approachable." The property will continue to operate during the renovations with minimal disruption to our events. The CueSports International Expo is contracted with the Rio through 2025 and likely beyond. We are thrilled that its home will become one of the most updated properties in Las Vegas. CueSports International (CSI) is an international pool league and event leader and is currently comprised of three divisions: CSI Leagues, CSI Events and CSI Media. CSI Leagues manages the BCA Pool League and USA Pool League, CSI Events produces numerous amateur and professional events around the globe and CSI Media creates live streaming and digital content. Through its vision and strategic alliances, CSI is “shaping the future of pool.” For more information about CSI or any of its divisions, visit www.playcsipool.com or find CueSports International on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter. ![]() The 2021 CueSports International Expo, previously scheduled for March 3-13 is being rescheduled to September 1-11. The event is a global pool spectacle that consists of the BCA Pool League World Championships, USA Pool League National Championships, Diamond Las Vegas Open, Predator World 10-Ball Championship, industry exhibitors, meetings, seminars and more. The entire Rio Convention Center, which includes more than 160,000 square feet of floor space, is taken over by the event. The safety of our members and staff remains our top priority. The rise of COVID-19 cases and tighter restrictions being implemented around the world has created the need to reschedule the event. The new dates of September 1-11 will help ensure everyone’s safety. BCA Pool League World Championships (Sept 1-11) The new dates also provide the added benefit of allowing everyone the opportunity to become eligible. No requirements have been changed for 2020 members. 2020 BCA Pool League members who play at least four (4) weeks in a single division session during the 2020 calendar year are eligible. In addition, 2021 BCA Pool League members who play at least four (4) weeks in a single division session between January 1 and the registration deadline of August 2, 2021 will also be eligible. In fact, 2021 members can become eligible for the 2021 & 2022 BCA Pool League World Championships simultaneously! Click here for all event info. USA Pool League National Championships (Sept 1-11) No requirements have been changed for 2020 members. USA Pool League members who play at least four (4) weeks in a single division session during the 2020 calendar year are eligible. In addition, USA Pool League members who play at least four (4) weeks in a single division session between January 1 and the registration deadline of August 2, 2021 will also be eligible. In fact, USA Pool League members can become eligible for the 2021 & 2022 USA Pool League National Championships simultaneously! Click here for all event info. Diamond Las Vegas Open (Sept 1-4) This event is played on 9-foot Diamond tables and is limited to the first 128 players with $25,000 added money. More information on this event is coming soon. Predator World 10-Ball Championship (Sept 6-10) This is the only true World Championship event on U.S. soil. It is limited to 64 of the top players in the world and invitations are based on WPA rankings. More information on this event is coming soon. Tournament Registrations For those of you who have already registered, your tournament registration is still in place and no action is required. Hotel Reservations If you have already reserved your room at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino based on the March dates, you must contact the hotel to cancel that reservation. You will then need to rebook your room based on the new dates by Aug 18 using the link on the official event webpages. Using the link ensures that you receive the special group discount. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, this is a necessary change to ensure the safety of all members and staff. We look forward to seeing everyone in beautiful Las Vegas in September! |