Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 18

We're set to play 40 games for qualifying today. First up...

Infinity Torpedoes captain Smudge plays 9-ball with the blue cue. Smudge started the day in perfect form, sinking the 9 to the top right on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. Archtown Arrows veteran Cubby follows that with the silver cue in 12-ball. Cubby kept himself in good positions, taking one error in 19 shots. Royal Crowns star Sunshine is up for 10-ball with the purple cue. Sunshine struggled with control, taking three errors but finishing strong at 18 shots. Freedom Cascades newcomer Kitty draws in for 12-ball with the blue cue. Kitty took no errors in her game, but a slight fade at the end pushed her to 21 shots. Going fifth today, Infinity Torpedoes star Fluffina shoots 13-ball with the red cue. Fluffina left a little too much to chance, needing 24 shots and two errors to clear the table. 

Group two begins as Victoria Spurs newcomer Max shoots 10-ball with the green cue. Max didn't mess around, taking no errors in his 13 shots. Enterprise Independents rookie Ollie draws in for 12-ball with the purple cue. Ollie took one error as his positioning slipped late, but he finished it off in 22 shots. Boston Swifts star Tigerette also shoots 12-ball with the purple cue. Tigerette had nowhere to go at the end of her game, falling apart with 28 shots and four errors after a hot start. Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Gizmo keeps the purple cue active in 10-ball. Gizmo took three errors and fell to 20 shots. Swordpoint Blades captain Mams closes the group with the blue cue in hand for 9-ball. Mams had no traction early, taking two errors before settling to close at 16 shots. 

The third group kicks off with Pronger Tridents captain Precious shooting 10-ball with the blue cue. Precious was tricky early and paid for it with two errors late to end up at 16 shots. Westside Rockers veteran Snowball checks in for 12-ball with the blue cue. Snowball played positioning excellently to end on 18 shots and no errors. Modernistic Union veteran Puff I goes 13th today, using the silver cue in 10-ball. Puff I took 15 shots and no errors, playing fairly well in the game. Harrison Specters veteran Esmeralda uses the purple cue in 9-ball next. Esmeralda took 18 shots and no errors in the game, though her shot selection didn't pan out well. Capital City Sharpshooters mainstay Missy ends the group in 12-ball with the green cue. Missy took a couple of errors and ended up with 22 shots in a difficult finish to her game. 

Everton Eagles veteran Panda leads off group four with the purple cue in 13-ball. An early poor run of positioning left Panda with three errors before he settled to end on 26 shots. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt plays 12-ball with the purple cue in today's 17th game. Cobalt took three errors and needed 27 shots to complete the effort, choosing to skip a late chase and instead taking an automatic foul. Everton Eagles newcomer Maggie gets the green cue in 10-ball. Maggie cruised on offense, ending in 7 shots with a 6-10 combination to the top right, and she took no errors. Rookie Alliance member Tenille A. is also set for 10-ball, using the red cue. Tenille A. needed 26 shots with one error to finish, going after a fruitless chase to end the game early with no success. The group closes with Zenith Skywatchers strongman Lionel playing 12-ball with the blue cue. Lionel had some rough placement at the end, pushing him up to 23 shots and two errors. 

The fifth batch opens with Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy shooting 12-ball with the purple cue. Shaggy needed 24 shots and one error to finish, as she had to work on her positioning at the end. Midland Predators captain Rainmane is next up, using the silver cue in 12-ball. Rainmane took two errors for an overfill and a scratch, and she scuffled to 28 shots. More 12-ball is on the way as Archtown Arrows veteran Greg draws in to play with the green cue. Greg looked good in this one, playing patiently but fast with 19 shots and no errors. Freedom Cascades newcomer Shiny also uses the green cue in 12-ball for today's 24th game. Two errors off an explosive break didn't pay off in the end, as Shiny collapsed to 26 shots and four errors overall. Harrison Specters captain Twinkie II finishes the group in 10-ball with the silver cue. Twinkie II couldn't break loose from a slow start, taking 19 shots and one error. 

The sixth set sees Atlantic Pirates newcomer Waluigi take the pace lead with 15-ball and the purple cue. Waluigi did well, taking a couple of early errors before unleashing strong offense to end on 25 shots. Golden Pilots captain Valencia keeps the purple cue active for 13-ball. Valencia played herself into a blockade, and needed three errors to escape the game at 26 shots. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Megan goes 28th today in Rotation with the red cue. Megan took three errors and finished at 27 shots in a fairly average-looking effort. Eastside Sharks captain Taylor M. brings the silver cue back for 12-ball. Taylor M. had good play and good fortune to end on 19 shots with no errors. At the back of the group, Southridge Defenders newcomer Avril shoots 12-ball with the purple cue. Avril needed 23 shots and took no errors to complete a tricky game. 

Group seven starts as Terrace City Knights veteran Oreo plays 12-ball with the green cue. Oreo didn't take an error in her 19 shots, a crisp and clean performance. Lighton Prestige newcomer Gradley steps in for today's 32nd game, using the purple cue in Rotation. Gradley had an awful break and struggled for positioning, but rallied late to end on 33 shots and four errors. Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain Hoot checks in with the silver cue for 13-ball. Hoot had five errors and 28 shots as he couldn't keep the cue ball up in the right positions. Tysini Hummingbirds veteran Slinks tries her luck with the purple cue in 12-ball. Slinks took four errors and really didn't have much going her way in 33 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Marissa closes the group in 12-ball with the green cue. Marissa had no errors and finished in 20 shots in a commanding turn at the table. 

The final group gets going as Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Josie plays 8-ball with the purple cue. Josie took a pair of errors and managed to finish the game in 22 shots. Queens Flames veteran Mario goes 37th today in 10-ball with the green cue. Mario took one error on missed contact, but rallied to finish with 15 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris checks in with the red cue in 12-ball. Chris couldn't get anything down early, taking three errors and 31 shots to get out of the game. Central Warriors star Dustin also plays in 12-ball but with the green cue. Dustin had a good chance to finish well, but twice butchered it on his last ball. He finished in 23 shots with no errors. Infinity Torpedoes star Blaze ends the day with the blue cue in 13-ball. Blaze took 16 shots and one error in a fantastic finale. 

The days keep getting longer with harder events on the schedule. We'll go again tomorrow with 40 more games despite rising frustration around the league.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 17

We're back and still in the middle of the 10-ball majority portion of qualifying. Today's action will see 15-ball become eligible to play. First up...

Pronger Tridents star Spot shoots 9-ball with the blue cue. Spot took 12 shots and no errors in a sharp outing. Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Sierra tries her hand in Rotation with the silver cue. Sierra kept a strong pace and finished the effort in 24 shots with one error. Diamond Gems captain Shadow goes third today, playing 8-ball with the red cue. Shadow managed 21 shots and one error in the appearance, a fairly standard turn. Golden Pilots veteran Strut will also play in 8-ball, using the blue cue. Strut had a decent stretch in the middle of his game to put himself at 22 shots with no errors. Westside Rockers captain Misty ends the group in 12-ball with the red cue. Misty couldn't get enough positioning late, ending at 29 shots with two errors. 

The second group gets going as Lighton Prestige star Citrus shoots 12-ball with the silver cue. Citrus took 19 shots and one error in a solid performance. Oceanside Waves captain Celestia keeps the silver cue active for 13-ball. Celestia took 21 shots and two errors, keeping her groove despite the mistakes. Pacific Volcanoes star Smokey also plays 13-ball with the silver cue today. Smokey made a critical error by sinking the 8 while an overfill went unnoticed. He was charged with five errors and 26 shots in game. Pearl Surfers captain Watermelon steps up ninth today, shooting 12-ball with the red cue. Watermelon took four errors in her appearance, struggling to 27 shots. Enterprise Independents rookie Alina closes the group with the silver cue in 10-ball. Alina was a little sloppy with three errors, but her 5-10 combination to the top right ended her game in 13 shots. 

Group three leads off with Royal Crowns captain Kayla shooting 12-ball with the silver cue. Kayla had to play cautiously despite a hot start, maintaining positioning to end on 18 shots and no errors. Whitewater Shores sophomore Rachel is 12th to play today, using the green cue in 9-ball. Rachel crushed the break to send the 9 to the top right 0 shots and zero errors. After that, Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic plays 12-ball with the red cue. Dominic kept his positioning straight and finished on 18 shots with no errors. Viewpoint Sound Meteors star Princess activates the purple cue in 12-ball. Princess took one error as she hooked a shot wide, but she still finished in 20 shots. At the back of the group, Maplewood Lumberjacks rookie Tenille T. shoots 13-ball with the silver cue. Tenille T. had one error in 24 shots, playing a mostly solid game. 

The 16th player to shoot today is Atlantic Pirates newcomer Bandit, who plays 10-ball with the silver cue. Bandit took one error in 17 shots in this game, unable to command his play early. Southridge Defenders newcomer Sydney C. gets a turn in 13-ball with the green cue next. Sydney C. didn't get a good break, but she played smart to finish on 22 shots and no errors. Archtown Arrows newcomer Sydney S. shoots 10-ball with the purple cue. Sydney S. played well with kick shots to get contact, then cruised to 13 shots and no errors at the end. Graycliff Aces veteran Paps shoots 12-ball with the blue cue next. Paps took care of his positioning and then charged to finish at 19 shots with no errors. Boston Swifts newcomer Dreamy will also get a look in 12-ball with the blue cue to end this batch. Dreamy took one error as her positioning dried up quickly after a hot start. She finished on 23 shots. 

The fifth group begins as Lighton Prestige star Spirit shoots 8-ball with the green cue. Spirit took one error for a scratch and still locked down the racked in 20 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks captain Peach shoots 10-ball with the silver cue in today's 22nd game. Peach got a little sloppy with two errors, but she finished in a decent 16 shots. Phoenix Firebirds captain Neopolitan is set to play 12-ball with the purple cue next. Neopolitan lived dangerously, taking just one error in a lucky 22 shots. Lighton Prestige captain Acorn keeps the purple cue active for 10-ball. Acorn couldn't get anything to hit right, taking one error and 23 shots. At the halfway mark, Central Warriors captain Twilight shoots 9-ball with the blue cue. Twilight took one error on a scratch, but her 6-9 combination to the top right ended her game in 7 shots. 

Set six opens with Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles shooting Rotation with the red cue. Sparkles had a couple of early errors, then cruised through the middle before a late skid to 26 shots. Queens Flames captain Crystal steps in for 9-ball with the silver cue. Crystal had some good looks and made the 6-9 combination with a hard bank to the bottom left. She ended on 8 shots and no errors. Midland Predators newcomer Stephanie is 28th to play today, using the blue cue in 12-ball. Stephanie took two errors and faltered late to end up with 23 shots in the game. Phoenix Firebirds star Twinkie III is next up, using the red cue in 10-ball. Twinkie III had a strong showing early on and stayed on track with one error in 15 shots. Rounding out the group, Southern Monarchs veteran Lorde plays 9-ball with the purple cue. Lorde turned to hunting down the 9 after a slow start, and she got it in 11 shots with a 3-9 combination to the top right. She took no errors. 

The seventh batch starts as Everton Eagles mainstay Puff III plays 12-ball with the blue cue. Puff III needed just 18 shots with no errors to finish the game. Southern Monarchs veteran Molly is up for 9-ball with the green cue. Molly took the 9 on the break to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Infinity Torpedoes veteran Shelley keeps the green cue active in today's 33rd game, shooting 12-ball. Shelley took one error late and faded to 23 shots as she didn't have an exit strategy. Phoenix Firebirds veteran Pauline takes a turn in 12-ball using the purple cue. Pauline needed only 20 shots with no errors in a quick outing. Infinity Torpedoes star Fuchsia draws in for 8-ball with the green cue at the end of this set. Fuchsia handled things in 20 shots with no errors. 

Group eight is fronted by Zenith Skywatchers enforcer Nightfur, who plays 9-ball with the blue cue. Nightfur took no errors but struggled to 18 shots with few good positional plays. Victoria Spurs captain Spice plays the 37th game today, using the purple cue in 8-ball. Spice took two errors and couldn't find her touch late, fading to 27 shots. Queens Flames newcomer Cleo is next, playing 13-ball with the red cue. Cleo needed 29 shots with two errors to complete the turn, spending too much time on set-up work and not enough on converting shots. Rookie Alliance member Alanna gets the next game, shooting 8-ball with the purple cue. Alanna handled the rack in 21 shots, fading just a bit near the end. Maplewood Lumberjacks captain Diddley ends the group in 8-ball with the blue cue. Diddley faded late in his game, ending up at 23 shots after taking one error for intentionally bumping the table. 

The ninth group is underway as Pacific Volcanoes veteran Leonette shoots 10-ball with the silver cue. Leonette took a couple of errors and managed to finish at 16 shots. Modernistic Union captain Ms. Puppy is up for 9-ball with the red cue. Ms. Puppy couldn't settle her aim, taking 16 shots and one error in the game. Terrace City Knights sophomore Anna goes next with the purple cue in 13-ball. Anna took three errors for illegally sinking the 8 after a hot start. She bounced right back, closing on 22 shots. Also in 13-ball, Todavía Stills veteran Pedey is ready to play with the silver cue. Pedey had a good look at stripes, but there was nothing for him to do with solids as he took two errors and 27 shots to clear the table. The 45th player drawn today is Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Whiskers, who shoots 12-ball with the green cue. Whiskers had three errors and 28 shots in the game, struggling to line up her last plays. 

The final group sees Oceanside Waves star Patches play 10-ball with the blue cue. Patches took two errors and 17 shots, unable to break out of a league-wide fade towards the end of the day. Victoria Spurs veteran Rosalina will get a chance in 13-ball with the red cue. Rosalina took two errors on a missed contact scratch late, but she closed it on 22 shots. Queens Flames veteran Briana gets the silver cue in today's 48th game, playing 10-ball. Briana got tricky after a scratch on the break was her lone error. She made the 10 on a deflection off the 3 to the bottom right for 4 shots. Atlantic Pirates captain Delila goes next in 9-ball with the red cue. A double-error early hurt Delila's play, but she eventually deflected off the 2 to take the 9 at the top right for 9 shots. Westside Rockers mainstay Goatee ends the day in 10-ball with the blue cue. Goatee found an early finish with a 7-10 bank combination to the bottom right for 11 shots and one error. 

A roller coaster of play today gets a little closer to the upcoming midway point. The next three days will be 40 games each.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 16

We're ready to play another big slate of games with 50 on for today. Rotation is now in the active list, while just two players have yet to make their season debuts. First up...

Graycliff Aces veteran Jennifer plays 12-ball with the red cue. Jennifer started poorly and never really got back on track. She took two errors in 29 shots. Todavía Stills star Ruby is up next with the green cue in 10-ball. Ruby suffered one error on a scratch and closed it at 18 shots. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Waluigi is in for Rotation with the red cue. Waluigi took just one error in 26 shots, showing strong control in a tough game. Central Warriors newcomer Isabella takes a turn in 12-ball with the purple cue. Isabella was good enough early on to weather a late error and end on 17 shots. Freedom Cascades veteran Andrew closes the group in 10-ball with the purple cue. Andrew took two errors for illegally potted balls, ending at 16 shots thanks to some solid strategy.

The second group leads off with Golden Pilots newcomer Toki playing 8-ball with the silver cue. Toki took 20 shots and one error, overcoming a missed contact foul quite well. Eastside Sharks veteran Lily checks in for 9-ball with the green cue. Lily cranked the 9 into the top right on the break to post 0 shots and zero errors. Web City Spiders veteran Nibbles goes eighth today, also using the green cue but in 10-ball. Nibbles took two errors and 21 shots to complete the effort due to poor positioning. Whitewater Shores veteran Marsell checks in for 9-ball with the blue cue. Marsell was sharp early, then took two errors and finished on 16 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks newcomer Mr. Snowman ends the group in 10-ball with the blue cue. Mr. Snowman was strong, ending on 13 shots and no errors after making three balls on the break. 

Group three kicks off with Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Rosemary shooting 10-ball with the silver cue. Rosemary took one error after a brutal start, then finished early at 15 shots with an 8-10 combination to the top right. Enterprise Independents rookie Ollie also uses the silver cue in 10-ball. Ollie had a hot start, took one error in the middle and closed on 15 shots. Web City Spiders newcomer Sage is up for 9-ball with the blue cue. Sage took two errors as she struggled with control in 15 shots. Another Spider, the veteran Kodiak, keeps the blue cue active for 10-ball. Kodiak couldn't navigate a tough middle of the game, taking two errors in 20 shots. Diamond Gems strongman Leonardo goes 15th today, using the silver cue in 12-ball. Leonardo had some difficult positioning, but he was able to finish it at 24 shots with one error. 

The fourth group begins as Lighton Prestige veteran Angelica shoots 10-ball with the green cue. Angelica took the rack in 14 shots and one error, making a 6-10 combination to the bottom right to bail herself out of trouble. Apex Wonders newcomer Klaus plays 13-ball with the green cue next. Klaus took a scratch on the break, but only needed 15 shots to clear the rack. Queens Flames superstar Violetta is 18th to play today, using the blue cue in 12-ball. Violetta rattled off 20 shots and no errors in a clean performance. Zenith Skywatchers strongman Lionel draws in for 10-ball with the red cue. Lionel took three errors as he lacked control in the game, and he finished at 17 shots. Midland Predators captain Rainmane finished the set with the purple cue in 10-ball. Rainmane had an early error that took down her momentum, forcing her to 17 shots for the game. 

Batch five opens with Pearl Surfers newcomer Dusky playing 8-ball with the red cue. Dusky took no errors in 17 shots in one of the day's smoothest games. Swordpoint Blades veteran Stealth is also set for 8-ball, using the silver cue. Stealth took two errors on scratches, which dragged him down to 20 shots. Oceanside Waves veteran Rocky takes a look in 9-ball with the silver cue. Rocky had a couple of errors, but still finished fast in 13 shots. Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Lindsay follows up with the blue cue in 10-ball. Lindsay took two errors early on but still played well with 14 shots in the game. There's more 10-ball at today's midpoint, with Southern Monarchs captain Pounce checking into the event with the purple cue. Pounce had one error for an illegally potted ball, but he was able to finish in 13 shots. 

Group six starts as Everton Eagles veteran Vincent shoots 9-ball with the blue cue. Vincent took two errors late, wasting a hot start as he faded to 14 shots. Harrison Specters captain Twinkie II is also set to play 9-ball with the purple cue. Twinkie II took one error in 14 shots, a little slow on the finish. Todavía Stills newcomer Juno is up for the 28th game today, using the blue cue in 13-ball. Juno wasn't able to escape trouble very well, taking two errors and 27 shots in the game. Next up, Graycliff Aces rookie Phoebe draws in for 9-ball with the purple cue. Phoebe sank the 9 on an illegal contact, her second error that forced her to clear the table at 16 shots. Everton Eagles captain Goldy wraps up the group in 10-ball with the red cue. Goldy took three errors in 16 shots, making the best of a rough start. 

The seventh batch is underway with Apex Wonders captain Midnight playing 9-ball with the purple cue. Midnight hunted the 9 at the end, making it on a 4-6-9 combination to top right for 10 shots and no errors. Commerce Tradewinds sophomore Blake shoots 12-ball with the blue cue next. Blake took one error early on and ended up at 22 shots. The 33rd game of the day is Pearl Surfers newcomer Shawn playing 10-ball with the red cue. Shawn botched his break and ended up picking up five errors in 23 shots for the game. After that, Midland Predators veteran Americus plays 10-ball with the green cue. Americus took one error in 13 shots in a crisp and well-played effort. At the back of the group, Infinity Torpedoes star Fluffina shoots 12-ball with the purple cue. Fluffina took three errors as she tried to maintain positioning, ending up at 22 shots. 

North Modernistic Nighthawks newcomer Wild Thing makes his team debut in 7-ball with the silver cue to initiate group eight. Wild Thing put the 7 around the table on the break, landing it in the top side for 0 shots and zero errors. Archtown Arrows captain Sally keeps the silver cue active for 12-ball in today's 37th game. Sally took two errors and didn't have the best positioning, ending up with 24 shots in the game. Swordpoint Blades captain Mams goes next with the purple cue in 8-ball. Mams just didn't have the right pace in her game, taking one error and 23 shots. Archtown Arrows veteran Hoppy keeps the purple cue active for a 9-ball appearance. Hoppy took two errors in the effort, ending on 14 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Marissa closes out the group with the red cue in 10-ball. Marissa had a bad break and just pushed through it, taking three productive errors to end on 14 shots. 

Group nine gets going with Southridge Defenders strongman Wario shooting 10-ball with the purple cue. Wario faltered with two errors in 19 shots. Modernistic Union newcomer Stripes also shoots 10-ball, but with the silver cue. Stripes didn't have an error, but she still needed 19 shots due to some slumps in shooting. Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris keeps it locked on 10-ball with the purple cue. Chris put in a fairly standard performance, taking one error in his 17 shots. Freedom Cascades newcomer Shiny also shoots 10-ball, using the green cue. Shiny flew through her game in 12 shots, though she did snag an error along the way. The 45th player today is the Rookie Alliance's Olivia, who plays 10-ball with the purple cue. Olivia found the elusive quick finish, connecting on the 2 to deflect the 10 into the top right for 4 shots and no errors. 

The final group is fronted by Terrace City Knights veteran Oreo, who plays 10-ball with the blue cue. Oreo had two errors and lost her control later in the game, skidding to 25 shots. Royal Crowns newcomer Dani draws in for 12-ball with the red cue. Dani started off sizzling, then took three errors and stumbled to 28 shots thanks to awful positioning. Harrison Specters sophomore Bucco is up for 9-ball with the green cue. Bucco took one error on a late scratch, unraveling a great game that ended with 13 shots. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Megan keeps the green cue active for 13-ball. Megan took a couple of errors, but one of them left her with strong positioning, and she closed on 22 shots. Web City Spiders rookie Kinley closes the day in 12-ball with the silver cue. Kinley cruised through the rack on 15 shots and no errors with excellent positioning. 

It was a slog of a day, mostly with average to slightly poor performances and some highlights mixed in. We'll go again tomorrow.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 15

It's a new day for qualifying, where we'll play 40 games. First up...

Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles shoots 13-ball with the green cue. Sparkles had nowhere to go with her shots, taking 36 of them with just one error. Boston Swifts captain Sweetheart goes second today with the red cue in 10-ball. Sweetheart took 12 shots and no errors in a quick appearance. The Rookie Alliance's Tenille A. is up next for 9-ball with the red cue. Tenille A. took two errors and 15 shots in a somewhat difficult game. Lighton Prestige star Citrus is up for 10-ball with the purple cue. Citrus struggled at times, but her 3-10 combination to the top right ended her game at 8 shots and no errors. North Modernistic Nighthawks enforcer Cheddar ends the group with the purple cue in 8-ball. Cheddar took 22 shots and no errors in a decent outing. 

Group two sees Diamond Gems captain Shadow shooting 7-ball with the purple cue in its last turn in the event. Shadow's break sent the 7 indirectly to the bottom left for 0 shots and zero errors. Central Warriors star Dustin activates the blue cue for 10-ball. Dustin took no errors and 13 shots to finish the outing. Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard goes eighth today, using the silver cue in 9-ball. Blizzard struggled early but only took one error in 19 shots. Royal Crowns veteran Jake is up next, shooting 12-ball with the red cue. Jake played patient early and closed the effort in 19 shots with no errors. Oceanside Waves captain Celestia also uses the red cue in 12-ball to end the set. Celestia took one error for an overfill and babied the final ball in to finish at 22 shots. 

The third group kicks off with Tysini Hummingbirds star Sarah playing 9-ball with the silver cue. Sarah scratched and made two balls on the break, then finished at 6 shots with just the one error on a 7-9 bank combination to the top right. Graycliff Aces rookie Adele takes a look at 9-ball with the green cue. Adele made the 9 on the break to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Boston Swifts veteran Dreamy shoots 10-ball with the purple cue in today's 13th game. Dreamy took three errors, but she salvaged the game at 14 shots with a deflection off the 4 to make the 10 at the top right. Harrison Specters veteran Esmeralda is next up for 8-ball with the red cue. Esmeralda buried the rack in 18 shots with no errors. Queens Flames newcomer Cleo checks in with the purple cue in 12-ball. Cleo played smart and finished in 17 shots with no errors. 

Apex Wonders sophomore Maren leads the fourth group with the red cue in hand for 10-ball. Maren kept it clean with 16 shots and no errors. The blue cue's last 7-ball qualifier is Enterprise Independents rookie Sasha's career debut. Sasha didn't have much success, taking two errors and 15 shots after a very sluggish start. Archtown Arrows veteran Greg draws in for 10-ball with the purple cue. Greg took two errors and 19 shots, unable to find the right touch for much of the game. Viewpoint Sound Meteors star Princess will also get a look in 10-ball with the green cue. Princess made a ball on the break and played well to finish on 13 shots with no errors. The group ends with Pacific Volcanoes captain Ms. Kitty shooting 10-ball with the purple cue. Ms. Kitty started well and lost control at the end, taking one error in 18 shots. 

Batch five gets going with Southridge Defenders returnee Caitlin playing 12-ball with the green cue. Caitlin took a couple of late errors but held on for 19 shots. Midland Predators newcomer Sleepy B. is the 22nd player of the day, shooting 9-ball with the red cue. Sleepy B. had no errors in a decent 14 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters mainstay Missy is next in 10-ball with the green cue. Missy recorded 15 shots and one error in a solid showing. North Modernistic Nighthawks rookie Cinder draws in for 8-ball with the blue cue. Cinder played smart and precise for 21 shots and no errors. Everton Eagles newcomer Maggie rounds out the group with the green cue in 9-ball. Maggie finished fast with a 3-9 combination to the top left for 4 shots and no errors. 

The sixth group begins as Victoria Spurs veteran Strawberry plays 10-ball with the red cue. Strawberry took one error on an early illegal contact, but settled down at 14 shots for the game. Everton Eagles veteran Panda shoots 12-ball with the blue cue next. Panda was a little sloppy with three errors in 22 shots in his outing. Lighton Prestige newcomer Gradley goes 28th today, using the green cue in 13-ball. Gradley took an early error but was able to settle in for 25 shots at the end. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt is next, using the silver cue in 10-ball. Cobalt took two early errors and didn't really recover, ending with 21 shots. Wrapping up the group, Archtown Arrows newcomer Sydney S. shoots 9-ball with the purple cue. Sydney S. sent the 9 to the top right on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. 

The 31st player drawn today is Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream, who is set to play 12-ball with the purple cue. Ice Cream had a good early strategy, but couldn't support it late. She ended with no errors in 22 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Summer follows that with the red cue in 10-ball. Summer took two errors, including one for an uncalled sinking of the 10 after a long chase. She finished with 19 shots. Freedom Cascades newcomer Kitty tries her luck in 10-ball with the silver cue. Kitty took 12 shots and no errors in an efficient performance. Harrison Specters veteran Snuggle takes a turn in 10-ball with the green cue. Snuggle did well early, then faltered without taking errors to land at 16 shots. Eastside Sharks newcomer Twinkie I activates Rotation and plays with the red cue. Twinkie I was an event too early on sinking the 15 on the break, but she was still good after that. She took one error in 24 shots. 

The final group starts with Zenith Skywatchers newcomer Brownie playing 8-ball with the purple cue. Brownie had two errors and finished very slowly at 26 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters newcomer Nikolai is 37th to play today, using the silver cue in 9-ball. Nikolai took 6 shots and no errors, making a deflection off the 5 to put the 9 in the bottom right. Oceanside Waves veteran Daisy keeps the silver cue active for 12-ball. Daisy failed to plan for the second half of the rack, taking 27 shots without an error as she chased for positioning. Terrace City Knights sophomore Anna tries 12-ball with the red cue. Anna had two errors in 24 shots in another sloppy finish due to bad positioning. Graycliff Aces newcomer Paps closes the day in 10-ball with the red cue. The late theme continued as Paps did well early, then took one error and skidded to 20 shots. 

That's all for today's action. We'll try to squeeze in 50 tomorrow.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 14

We'll complete a second week of qualifying today, now firmly in the range of 9-ball and 10-ball as the primary events. First up on this 50-game day, we have...

Terrace City Knights captain Kiwi playing 12-ball with the purple cue. Kiwi took one error in 18 shots in a strong opening game of the day. Queens Flames star Briana will play 9-ball with the blue cue next. Briana took 7 shots and no errors, ending early on a deflection off the 6 to sink the 9 at the top right. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Waluigi takes a turn in 13-ball with the red cue. Waluigi was more cautious than necessary as he completed this qualifier in 19 shots and one error. Whitewater Shores star Katharine goes fourth today in 10-ball with the silver cue. Katharine rattled off a solid 15 shots and no errors. Harrison Specters captain Twinkie II closes the group with the red cue in 8-ball. Twinkie II didn't extend her runs well enough, ending up with 25 shots and three errors. 

The second group starts with Todavía Stills newcomer Juno playing 12-ball with the green cue. Juno took 17 shots and no errors in a crisp performance. Going seventh today, Terrace City Knights veteran Oreo shoots 9-ball with the green cue. Oreo took one error in 6 shots after a missed contact, but she finished with a 3-5-9 combination to the top right. Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Sierra is next up, shooting 13-ball with the purple cue. Sierra couldn't get anything down early, and then she stumbled with five errors in 32 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks captain Peach is up for 9-ball with the red cue. Peach took two errors on a bad kick shot, then finished in 23 shots after long chases on the last three balls. Modernistic Union newcomer Bear checks in for 8-ball with the blue cue at the back of the group. Bear had a slow start but only took one error in 21 shots. 

Group three opens with Swordpoint Blades newcomer Megan shooting 12-ball with the green cue. Megan stayed in control from the start, taking just 17 shots with no errors. Southern Monarchs veteran Molly is next up for 8-ball with the red cue in today's 12th game. Molly went for 20 shots and no errors in the appearance. Todavía Stills captain Easter takes on 9-ball with the green cue. Easter blasted the 9 to the top right off the break for 0 shots and zero errors. Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy follows that with the red cue in 10-ball. Shaggy took one error for a scratch on the break and then finished in 15 shots. Phoenix Firebirds newcomer Pauline is up for 10-ball with the blue cue to end the group. Pauline had some lucky bounces to end with 15 shots and no errors. 

The 16th player today is Lighton Prestige captain Acorn, who shoots 9-ball with the green cue. Acorn made quick work of this one, taking a 2-9 combination at the top side for 2 shots and no errors. Queens Flames superstar Violetta keeps the green cue active in 10-ball. Violetta wasn't the best with calling her shots accurately, taking three errors in 17 shots. Pronger Tridents star Spot goes next with the green cue in 8-ball. Spot started a little slow, then picked up the pace to end on 19 shots with no errors. Southridge Defenders newcomer Avril is ready for 10-ball with the silver cue. Avril brought some chaos and finished in 5 shots with no errors on a 3-10 combination to the top right. Web City Spiders veteran Nibbles brings back the green cue in 9-ball to finish off the set. Nibbles found the sweet spot to get the 9 on the break at the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. 

The fifth group kicks off with Southridge Defenders strongman Wario shooting 9-ball with the silver cue. Wario took one error in 16 shots, with a deflection off the 6 to take the 9 at the top right saving him from disaster. Maplewood Lumberjacks rookie Tenille T. is 22nd to play today, using the green cue in 12-ball. Tenille T. had two errors and 22 shots in the appearance, losing her control in the middle before a good finish. Westside Rockers veteran Chimpy is next up with the blue cue in 9-ball. Chimpy ended it with 5 shots and no errors, taking a 5-9 combination to the top right. Everton Eagles captain Goldy also plays 9-ball, using the green cue. Goldy kept it clean in 14 shots, harnessing movement to keep the score down. Pearl Surfers veteran Boots takes us to the halfway mark today, playing 10-ball with the blue cue. Boots wasn't challenged much, taking 13 shots with no errors. 

The sixth set gets going as Swordpoint Blades rookie Anton shoots 10-ball with the red cue. Anton took one error for a scratch and closed on a decent 16 shots. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Graham draws in for 8-ball with the green cue. Graham rallied late to end on 18 shots with no errors. Tysini Hummingbirds veteran Slinks uses the green cue for 10-ball in today's 28th game. Slinks took an error for a scratch on the break, but her double-pot of the 3 to the bottom left and the 10 to the top right ended her game at 9 shots. Central Warriors newcomer Rudolph is in for 8-ball with the silver cue. Rudolph took one error for an early scratch and struggled to 28 shots at the end. Tysini Hummingbirds veteran Sugar also uses the silver cue in 8-ball. Sugar took one error in 19 shots, fading a bit after making three balls on the break. 

Group seven begins with Terrace City Knights veteran Melissa playing 10-ball with the red cue. Melissa put the 10 near the top right on the break, then double-potted with 2 to the corners for 3 shots and no errors. The Rookie Alliance's Olivia is ready for 9-ball with the silver cue. Olivia did essentially the same thing in her game, finishing on 3 shots and no errors. Diamond Gems veteran Salmo goes 33rd today, using the purple cue in 12-ball. Salmo shot pretty well until the end. He had two errors in 21 shots. Victoria Spurs veteran Max also has the purple cue up in 9-ball. Max took one error for a stick foul and closed on 13 shots. Rounding out the batch, Graycliff Aces veteran Jennifer shoots 10-ball with the silver cue. Jennifer cruised with 13 shots and no errors in her game. 

Batch eight is led by Boston Swifts star Tigerette, who shoots 10-ball with the silver cue. Tigerette couldn't get much going, taking one error and 19 shots to finish. The 37th player today is Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Whiskers, who shoots 10-ball with the blue cue. Whiskers took a scratch early, but made a couple of smart plays before sinking a 3-10 combination to the bottom side for 6 shots. Next up, Enterprise Independents rookie Misha shoots 9-ball with the red cue. Misha was solid, taking one error for illegal contact in 14 shots. Modernistic Union veteran Quincy also plays 9-ball but with the blue cue. Quincy lined up the 7-9 combination early and converted it later to end on 10 shots and one error. Wrapping up the group, Midland Predators veteran Americus plays 9-ball with the red cue. Americus didn't miss a shot after the break, taking 9 shots and no errors in the game. 

The ninth group is underway as Enterprise Independents rookie Ollie plays 9-ball with the purple cue. Ollie kept it clean with no errors and ended at 13 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters sophomore Ellie plays 10-ball next with the purple cue. Ellie started slow, then took her lone error and finished in 16 shots on a surge. Queens Flames veteran Mario is next to play, taking up the green cue in 9-ball. Mario took one error and closed at 12 shots after crisp positioning worked in his favor. Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris keeps it on 9-ball with the silver cue in today's 44th game. Chris took one error for an early scratch and clawed it back to end on 15 shots. Victoria Spurs veteran Rosalina closes the group in 12-ball with the blue cue. Rosalina took three errors and didn't seem to have a plan to deal with bad positioning as she ran her score up to 26 shots. 

Royal Crowns sophomore Ingrid fronts the last group, playing 8-ball with the silver cue. Ingrid cruised early and finished in 17 shots with no errors. Eastside Sharks newcomer Gal gives 8-ball a try with the red cue. Gal took one error and then got a little lucky as she finished at 22 shots with a fortunate run of play. Royal Crowns captain Kayla shoots 10-ball with the green cue in today's 48th game. Kayla made four balls on the break and still took an illegal contact error. She was fast to finish on 10 shots. Pearl Surfers captain Watermelon also uses the green cue in 10-ball. Watermelon took no errors and played patient to finish at 15 shots. Todavía Stills veteran Pedey ends the day in 12-ball with the silver cue. Pedey blitzed through the rack in 12 shots with no errors in a fantastic performance. 

A mostly good day gives the league's players less reason for hostility. They'll play 40 games tomorrow to cross the one-third mark of qualifying.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 13

We're going for another 40-game slate today, beginning with...

Royal Crowns newcomer Dani shooting 10-ball with the purple cue. Dani had some good plays, but too many were off-target in her 21 shots and four errors. Southern Monarchs veteran Lorde goes second today in 8-ball with the blue cue. Lorde put the rack down in 17 shots with no errors in a fast outing. Viewpoint Sound Meteors star Princess brings the purple cue back for 9-ball. Princess took one error for an early missed contact, but pulled back to end on 14 shots. Oceanside Waves veteran Daisy is up for 10-ball with the purple cue. Daisy took three errors, but an 8-10 bank combination saved her game at 18 shots. Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream ends the group in 10-ball with the silver cue. Ice Cream took two errors on an early shot, but finished at a reasonable 19 shots in the game. 

Central Warriors star Dustin begins the second group in 9-ball with the red cue. Dustin took three errors and needed 17 shots to close the game. Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Lindsay also plays 9-ball but with the purple cue. Lindsay showed some command with 13 shots and one error in her game. Commerce Tradewinds sophomore Blake goes eighth today, using the purple cue in 10-ball. Blake took a couple of errors for scratches, but she settled for 15 shots. Lighton Prestige newcomer Gradley jumps into 12-ball with the blue cue. Gradley wasn't challenged too much, landing at 22 shots with one error. Rounding out the group, Enterprise Independents rookie Alina shoots 9-ball with the blue cue. Alina left the 9 near the top right on the break, and she cleaned it up with a 5-9 combination to end on 9 shots and no errors. 

Group three leads off with Golden Pilots captain Valencia shooting 12-ball with the red cue. Valencia buried the rack in 19 shots with no errors in a confident appearance. Graycliff Aces captain Starlight checks in 12th today for 9-ball with the silver cue. Starlight took one error in 4 shots, scratching on the break but getting a quick finish with a 3-9 combination to the top right. Next up, North Modernistic Nighthawks newcomer Mr. Snowman also shoots 9-ball with the silver cue. Mr. Snowman took 14 shots and one error in this game. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic is next with the purple cue in 10-ball. Dominic sank three balls on the break and finished at 4 shots and no errors with a 5-10 combination to the top right. Archtown Arrows veteran Cubby follows that in 10-ball with the blue cue. Cubby collected one error for a scratch on the break but still finished in 11 shots, as it appears the league has found the breaking meta in 10-ball. 

The fourth group is fronted by Pacific Volcanoes star Smokey, who shoots 12-ball with the silver cue. Smokey took one error in 17 shots in a fast showing. Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain jumps in for 12-ball with the purple cue in today's 17th game. Hoot took care of business with 19 shots and no errors in his game. Phoenix Firebirds rookie Emma goes next in 8-ball with the red cue. With excellent command, Emma needed just 17 shots and no errors to get through her second game. Westside Rockers captain Misty checks in for 10-ball with the blue cue. Misty got in a bit of trouble early, but a 4-10 bank combination ended her game in 11 shots with no errors. Victoria Spurs veteran Strawberry ends the group with the blue cue in 9-ball. Strawberry, after some trouble getting the rack set, was able to send the 9 to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors.

Batch five gets going with Harrison Specters veteran Snuggle shooting 9-ball with the silver cue. Snuggle had some tough plays but escaped with no errors and 11 shots thanks to a 7-9 combination to the top right. Midland Predators captain Rainmane activates the green cue in 9-ball. Rainmane took one error and needed 16 shots to finish a somewhat challenging rack. Harrison Specters veteran Puff II is next up, using the silver cue for 10-ball. Puff II took 13 shots and no errors to complete the game despite a tough break. The 24th player today is Diamond Gems veteran Leonardo, who shoots 10-ball with the blue cue. Leonardo took three errors and 22 shots, crashing back to earth as the breaking meta seems to have fallen. Apex Wonders sophomore Maren ends the group in 9-ball with the silver cue. Maren had one error early on, then finished off at 12 shots for the game. 

The sixth set opens with Web City Spiders rookie Kinley playing 10-ball with the red cue. Kinley got into a bit of early trouble with three errors, then settled down to finish in 18 shots. Eastside Sharks newcomer Twinkie I continues to pace the field, playing 13-ball with the silver cue to open the league to its sixth event for qualifying. Twinkie I took a couple of errors, but she finished in 20 shots for a good performance. Apex Wonders sophomore Blair goes 28th today in 9-ball with the red cue. Blair had two good stretches and one bad, taking one error in 14 shots for the game. Archtown Arrows captain Sally keeps the red cue in action for 10-ball. Sally zipped through the rack in 12 shots with no errors. Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles closes the group with the red cue in 12-ball. Sparkles rallied to finish on 23 shots and three errors after an ugly start. 

The 31st game of the day sees Todavía Stills veteran Hughbert shooting 12-ball with the purple cue. Hughbert took two errors but still managed to end with 21 shots. Everton Eagles veteran Panda keeps the purple cue up for 10-ball. Panda took one error in 14 shots, but it was a crafty deflection off the 4 that sent it back around to sink the 10 at the top side that ended what could have been a long qualifier. Pacific Volcanoes veteran Leonette goes next in 9-ball with the blue cue. Leonette left the 9 near the top right and buried it on a 2-9 combination for 6 shots and no errors. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt also uses the blue cue in 9-ball. The 1 gave Cobalt some trouble, but he used it for a 1-9 combination to end with 4 shots and no errors. Zenith Skywatchers enforcer Nightfur wraps up the group with the green cue in 8-ball. Nightfur blitzed on offense to end in 15 shots with no errors. 

The final group starts with Phoenix Firebirds newcomer Gabby shooting 10-ball with the green cue. Gabby had a double-error early on, but it worked out for her to finish on 7 shots with a 1-10 combination at the top right. The 37th player called today is Diamond Gems star Debby, who plays with the green cue in 9-ball. Debby posted 14 shots and one error in her appearance. Archtown Arrows veteran Hoppy brings in the purple cue for 8-ball. Hoppy buried 22 shots and took no errors for a solid outing. Pronger Tridents veteran Potter is next up with the silver cue for 9-ball. Potter suffered an error early and struggled to 21 shots in the game. Today's action ends with Vladimir making his Southern Monarchs debut in 7-ball with the silver cue. Vladimir was unbothered by some hostility towards him before the game, and he ended on 9 shots with no errors. 

That's all for a relatively smooth day of games. We'll be back on for 50 tomorrow.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 12

After a vote of the players returned a 151-59 result to continue playing, we're back to the grind today. It's 40 games on the schedule, beginning with...

Terrace City Knights veteran Melissa playing 9-ball with the green cue. Melissa put the 9 near the top right on the break, but needed 13 shots and one error to get it down. Eastside Sharks captain Taylor M. is next up, using the red cue in 10-ball. Taylor M. had one error in 18 shots in a fairly standard game for the event. Todavía Stills star Ruby goes third today, using the blue cue in 9-ball. Ruby took 19 shots and no errors, struggling to make anything happen on cuts or banks. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Waluigi checks in for 12-ball with the silver cue. Waluigi cruised pretty well in this one, taking 17 shots and no errors. Infinity Torpedoes star Blaze closes the group with the silver cue in 12-ball. Blaze stayed composed well to finish on 19 shots and one error. 

The second group gets going with Terrace City Knights sophomore Anna shooting 10-ball with the silver cue. Anna didn't have a quick finish this time, but she closed on 12 shots and no errors in a good game. Whitewater Shores mainstay Marsell is ready to go in 8-ball with the green cue. Marsell took one error in 20 shots, a good result, but it could have been better with a stronger finish. Eastside Sharks rising star Maison is ready to play in 12-ball with the purple cue. Maison looked good initially, but he faltered late with two errors to end up at 23 shots. Everton Eagles star Puff III goes ninth today, using the red cue in 10-ball. Puff III wasn't very fortunate, taking three errors in 19 shots, with a missed kick sparking the downward spiral. Victoria Spurs veteran Rosalina also shoots 10-ball to end the group, using the purple cue. Rosalina took no errors and picked up the pace late to end at 16 shots. 

The third batch kicks off with Southridge Defenders newcomer Avril shooting 9-ball with the purple cue. Avril was good from the start, then fell apart with one error, falling to 17 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters newcomer Nikolai gets a look in 8-ball with the silver cue. Nikolai had a couple of lazy errors and finished with 23 shots for the game. Oceanside Waves captain Celestia is up in 10-ball with the purple cue. An early scratch didn't slow Celestia down, as she finished in just 10 shots with the one error. Also in 10-ball, Midland Predators newcomer Stephanie shoots with the red cue in today's 14th game. Stephanie played smart early and got lucky to make a 4-10 combination to the top right for 7 shots and no errors. Heading into the break, Whitewater Shores sophomore Rachel uses the red cue for 8-ball. Rachel had two errors and 25 shots in her performance, showing a little shakiness with her control of the cue ball. 

After the break, Todavía Stills newcomer Juno shoots 10-ball with the purple cue. Juno was bad from the start and needed 27 shots with five errors to finish. Infinity Torpedoes captain Smudge is next up in 8-ball with the red cue. Smudge unleashed a great outing, sinking four balls on the break and closing with 14 shots and no errors. Pearl Surfers veteran Boots keeps the red cue up for 9-ball. Boots took the 9 on the break to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Rosemary follows that with the purple cue in 9-ball. Rosemary posted 10 shots and no errors, showing confidence from the start. Boston Swifts veteran Tigerette goes 20th today, using the red cue in 9-ball. Tigerette found a deflection off the 3 to sink the 9 at the top right for 3 shots and no errors. 

Group five starts as North Modernistic Nighthawks captain Peach shoots 8-ball with the red cue. Peach couldn't miss early, and she kept it clean for no errors in 17 shots. Archtown Arrows veteran Greg is up for 9-ball with the blue cue in today's 22nd game. Greg made a pair on the break and finished the rack in 8 shots with no errors. Westside Rockers sophomore Carly J. is up for 9-ball with the green cue. Carly J. stumbled down to 16 shots and one error after some shaky finishing. Next up, Freedom Cascades veteran Frosty plays 10-ball with the blue cue. Frosty couldn't shake free of bad positioning, taking five errors in 32 shots for one of the worst games so far. The group ends with Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris using the purple cue in 8-ball. Chris didn't mess around at the end, taking two errors to get closer to the finish, where he landed at 21 shots. 

Set six opens with Harrison Specters sophomore Bucco playing 8-ball with the blue cue. Bucco couldn't keep his pace up at the end, taking 24 shots with no errors to end it. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Megan gets the next game, using the silver cue in 10-ball. A couple of errors didn't put Megan off too much as she closed with 15 shots. Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Sierra goes 28th today, using the blue cue in 12-ball. Sierra bordered on disaster, but she pulled it back at 24 shots and two errors. Southridge Defenders newcomer Sydney C. also plays 12-ball with the blue cue. Sydney C. also managed to avoid the worst-case scenario with a lucky bounce, ending at 24 shots with no errors. Royal Crowns captain Kayla wraps up the group with the silver cue in 9-ball. Kayla settled down for 16 shots and no errors, but the shooting was just okay. 

The seventh group leads off with Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Summer playing 9-ball with the blue cue. Summer took a lot of offense early, then coasted to 11 shots and no errors. Terrace City Knights captain Kiwi goes next in 10-ball with the green cue. Kiwi couldn't get good angles, taking 26 shots and one error to finish her game. Capital City Sharpshooters sophomore Ellie goes 33rd today in 9-ball with the silver cue. Ellie was a little too loose, taking two errors among her 16 shots. Queens Flames newcomer Cleo steps in for 10-ball with the green cue. Cleo had decent control and only took one error for an illegally potted ball to end at 12 shots. Boston Swifts captain Sweetheart keeps the green cue active for 9-ball. Sweetheart looked good early despite one error, but her long chase on the 9 put her at 15 shots. 

The final group begins as Commerce Tradewinds rookie Carly P. shoots 9-ball with the silver cue. Carly P. took down three balls on the break, most notably the 9 at the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Today's 37th player is Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard, who shoots 8-ball with the purple cue. Blizzard didn't take any errors, though a couple of painful misses ran her score up to 22 shots. Pearl Surfers captain Watermelon follows up with 9-ball and the red cue. Watermelon was creative and successful to end in 11 shots with no errors. Tysini Hummingbirds star Charli is up for 8-ball with the red cue. Charli stayed fearless on offense, closing at 19 shots with no errors. Web City Spiders captain Jack ends the day in 8-ball with the green cue. Jack needed 22 shots with two errors to finish a solid performance. 

Some discontent remains in the league, but this was a better day and the players agreed to go on without a formal vote tomorrow.