Those who love pool are probably familiar with the Valley National 8-Ball League Association (VNEA), which has nearly 100, 000 individual members and a host of weekly local leagues in over 400 different cities. It has grown to be the world's biggest amateur pool league with 36 members and 36 countries. In addition, VNEA is an amusement business, generating a boatload of revenue. The Valley National 8-Ball League Association is a world championships. Players compete in leagues around the country. These championships run each year from May 27, through June 5,
The Valley National 8-Ball League Association allows players to compete in leagues based their skill level. Each league has its captain. The captain is responsible for collecting the league fees and keeping score sheets. The captain also coordinates the team's activities, while ensuring that all members of the team understand the rules of the game. The captain helps organize events and collects scores.
The VNEA's promotion of good sportsmanship is a hallmark. Players have been rewarded for their efforts, including being awarded the Sportsmanship Award, which is voted on by the VNEA members. The league promotes the business of its sponsors. VNEA members who own or manage locations have access to the operator support network. LeagueSMART conferences offer software, better table control, and higher table revenue. The league also offers a variety league materials, such as score sheets and table markers.
VNEA Pool Leagues allow players to play in friendly competition against other league members. Players must use 7 by 3,5 ft "bar boxes" coin-operated pool tables. These tables are smaller than 9 x 4.5 ft regulations tables. In addition to regular league matches, VNEA leagues often organize regular individual non-team tournaments, which are a great way for local players to test their skills against the best.
In the past, the VNEA honored pool league players for their contributions. Caela Gibbons, who has been a part of the league since its beginning in 1999, is one such player. She has won many titles at VNEA World Championships. She has also won numerous tournament title, including Singles, Team events, as well as Women's Regular 8 Ball Singles. She is an active promotor of the VNEA Colorado. She has also been a key fundraiser for Gene Pool league over the past two year. She has held many benefit tournaments to support cancer research and street children.
Shane Bloomberg, another pool player, has a long and impressive record in the VNEA. He is the grandson of Jeanie, Gary, and Jeanie. Shane was an active participant in the VNEA from the age of nine. He has been a top-ranked pool player in the world. He is a regular participant in the Pro Tour and is expected be named Player of Decade in 2020.