Whether you're a pool player or just a fan of the game, the Billiard Congress of America (BCA) is a leading organization that organizes billiard sports and promotes the game throughout the United States. It is headquartered near Broomfield, Colorado. There is also a branch in Atlanta. The BCA, as an organization, is involved in all aspects of the sport and has played a major role in the promotion and development of 3-Cushion billiards and snooker.
BCA also serves as a governing body, providing input and oversight on tournament rules and specifications. BCA plays a crucial role in sanctioning tournaments. They also offer educational resources and leadership options to promote the sport of pool.
The BCA is a major promoter of pool and has been an organizer of billiards in the United States for over a century. Through education and leadership opportunities, the organization supports the development and growth of the next generation through scholarships and programs. The Billiard Congress of America Hall of Fame recognizes exceptional players and contributes.
The Official Rules and Records Book was one of its many activities. It contains the standardized rules used in the World Pool-Billiard Assocation (WPA). It also has a rulebook which outlines the rules of many other games. The U.S. Open14.1 Championships are promoted by the BCA.
The BCA is involved in the sanctioning and promotion of championship tournaments. It also maintains the Billiard Congress of America Hall Of Fame. It's also the governing body for pocket billiards in the United States. The BCA holds a trade show every year, which features a wide array of products, including billiards, barstools, casual furniture, and a variety of other cues.
The BCA Pool League was also established by the BCA. This league sanctioning body is managed by the BCA. More than 450 leagues are sanctioned in the United States, as well as eight other countries. It also hosts the BCAPL National 8-Ball Championships. These championships have 22 divisions. BCAPL boasts a membership of over 50,000.
BCA also holds the annual BCA Summit. It features seminars on a wide range of home and billiard topics as well as social events to foster peer relationships. It has also hosted the BCA Expo since 1982. It will join the Amusement Expo International(AEI) for its first ever meeting during the March 27-30 20, 2023 Las Vegas event.
Billiard Congress of America Official Rules and Records Book also remains in the BCA. It has rules for all games of billiards, including nine-ball. The book also includes rules for games not open to international competition.
While the BCA isn't as concerned with league play as the Billiards Association of America(APA), it is still a major supporter of the sport. It provides educational resources, leadership opportunities and referral services.