Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 27

We're ready to complete the fourth week of qualifying. The hardest play is ahead, beginning with...

Royal Crowns rookie Kacey ending her qualifying 32nd by speed with the purple cue in Accuracy. Kacey had a strong finale with 15 shots and no errors in the game to put her at 166 shots and 17 errors overall. Terrace City Knights veteran Melissa goes 2nd today with the purple cue in Rotation. Melissa played loose with three errors in 25 shots in a decent outing. Apex Wonders rookie Maren keeps the purple cue in play for 13-ball. Maren had a perfect game as the 8 found its way to the bottom side on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. Pearl Surfers veteran Wings exits qualifying 33rd with the blue cue in Accuracy. Wings never missed, taking two balls on the break and closing in 13 shots with no errors. His overall numbers read 135 shots and 10 errors. Golden Pilots veteran Max activates the red cue for his Rotation turn. Max was pacey in his appearance, taking 22 shots and one error. 

Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain Hoot begins group two with the purple cue in 12-ball. Hoot was shaky early on with a couple of late contact plays. He ended up escaping in 22 shots with no errors. Harrison Specters newcomer Puff II picks up the green cue for 13-ball. Puff II was okay, taking her time later in the game to get the positioning right as she closed with 24 shots and no errors. Tysini Hummingbirds newcomer Slinks is the 34th player done with qualifying as she shoots Accuracy with the silver cue. Slinks held her own well with 18 shots and no errors in the game, for totals of 149 shots and 10 errors overall. Southridge Defenders strongman Wario goes 9th today, using the red cue in 15-ball. Wario took one error as he struggled early, then surged at the end to finish with 25 shots. Eastside Sharks sophomore Rudolph closes the group with the green cue in Rotation. Rudolph had a bad break that led to seven errors as he couldn't get clear looks and failed to convert too often in his 33 shots. 

Group three leads off with Pronger Tridents captain Precious shooting Accuracy with the green cue as the 35th player done with qualifying. Precious scratched early for her lone error in a poor 21 shots. She finished at 182 shots and 14 errors overall. Todavía Stills veteran Pedey follows in Accuracy with the blue cue as the 36th player to exit qualifiers. Pedey was pretty clean in 18 shots, taking no errors and putting his totals at 170 shots and 12 errors. Commerce Tradewinds newcomer Bear goes 13th today with the silver cue in 15-ball. Bear couldn't get on track, torn between playing out the rack and searching for a play on the 15. He did neither well, ending up with four errors in 36 shots. Infinity Torpedoes veteran Shelley uses the green cue in 13-ball. Shelley avoided trouble with no errors in 21 shots as she just had a few slips on positioning. Modernistic Union captain Ms. Puppy ends the batch with the blue cue in hand for Rotation. Ms. Puppy took three errors but made them productive, helping her end the game in 23 shots. 

Todavía Stills newcomer Hughbert also uses the blue cue for Rotation. Hughbert had two errors on one play, but that was it as he pushed to finish in 23 shots. Eastside Sharks sophomore Lily draws in 17th today to use the red cue for 15-ball. Lily had too many scratches, racking up six errors and needing 31 shots to finish the appearance. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt also plays 15-ball, using the blue cue. Cobalt took care of business after his early error for a scratch, finishing in 21 shots. Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy is the 37th player to finish qualifying as she shoots Accuracy with the purple cue. Shaggy posted 19 shots and no errors in the game to finish at 151 shots and 4 errors overall. Freedom Cascades newcomer Frosty ends the group with the blue cue in 12-ball. Frosty was sharp right away and finished with 14 shots and one error even with a struggle on the last ball. 

The fifth group gets going with Central Warriors captain Twilight shooting 15-ball with the silver cue. Twilight avoided total disaster, but struggled from the 9 onward to end with two errors in 27 shots. The 38th player done with qualifying is Queens Flames superstar Violetta, who uses the blue cue for Accuracy. Violetta took one error for a scratch and ended up with 19 shots in the game. Her overall numbers were 160 shots and 10 errors. North Modernistic Nighthawks veteran Lionel continues with the red cue in Rotation. Lionel rarely had a workable angle, requiring him to take 31 shots and three errors to get through the game. Stripes uses the green cue in Accuracy as the 39th player to exit. Stripes was on pace for a great game but had to settle for good with one error in 16 shots. Her totals were 151 shots and 7 errors. Closing the bunch, Central Warriors newcomer Klaus uses the green cue for 15-ball. Klaus made good use of his early offense, finishing in 20 shots with only two errors. 

Another Warrior starts set six as Noelle plays 13-ball with the green cue. Noelle nearly had a great game but had to settle for good after taking the five-error penalty for a foul while sinking the 8. She ended up at 22 shots. Diamond Gems star Debby uses the blue cue for 10-ball. Debby took no errors in the appearance and ended in a crisp 14 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters rookie Ellie brings the green cue back for 12-ball. Ellie was ready to go and attacked for 17 shots and no errors in a great outing. Commerce Tradewinds newcomer Luigi is 29th to shoot today, using the blue cue in 15-ball. Luigi had a hot start, then slowed his pace later to end in 24 shots with no errors. Ice Cream closes the group and her qualifying run 40th by speed with the red cue in Accuracy. Ice Cream had no errors in 17 shots in the game, putting her at 161 shots and 10 errors overall. 

The seventh set opens with Royal Crowns veteran Jake using the green cue in Rotation. Jake took a critical double-error with a failed jump, part of four errors he added in 26 shots. Everton Eagles veteran Vincent also tries Rotation with the green cue. Vincent didn't make many mistakes, taking just one error in 23 shots. More Rotation is set for today's 33rd game as Freedom Cascades rookie Blake uses the purple cue. Blake made a mess of the start with five errors early on before finding her way to 27 shots. Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Jane is next up, using the green cue for Accuracy as the 41st player to finish qualifying. Jane busted a cluster and got her lone error on a scratch before closing shakily at 19 shots. She had 176 shots and 15 errors in total. Wrapping up the batch, Pacific Volcanoes captain Starlight plays Accuracy with the silver cue as the 42nd finisher. Starlight took one error on the break for a scratch and ended in 17 shots, with her totals at 184 shots and 15 errors. 

Group eight kicks off with Maplewood Lumberjacks sophomore Marissa shooting 15-ball with the red cue. Marissa had control after a nervy break saw her nearly scratch twice. She ended up taking no errors in her 21 shots. The 37th player today is Royal Crowns captain Kayla, who will use the silver cue in 15-ball. Kayla scratched on the break for her lone error, but made up for it with an 8-15 combination to the top left to end on 13 shots. After that, Central Warriors veteran Graham plays 15-ball with the blue cue. Graham took one error early on but settled in to score 22 shots. Apex Wonders veteran Mr. Snowman is the 43rd done with qualifying as he plays Accuracy with the purple cue. Mr. Snowman didn't live up to the name of the game, needing 22 shots with no errors to finish his finale. He totaled 154 shots and 15 errors during his run. Rounding out the group, Web City Spiders veteran Waluigi wields the blue cue in Rotation. Waluigi was fine until the 5 gave him trouble, leading to three errors and 27 shots at the end. 

Batch nine is underway as Southern Monarchs sophomore Molly is the 44th player done with qualifying when she shoots Accuracy with the red cue. Molly took no errors but skidded to 19 shots in the game, giving her 182 shots and 14 errors overall. Westside Rockers veteran Chimpy draws in with the purple cue for 15-ball. Chimpy faltered early on with a couple of errors, but he handled it at 27 shots. Stonebridge Wolves captain Juno is the 45th player to finish qualifiers, shooting Accuracy with the green cue. Juno held nothing back as she finished with 16 shots and no errors in the game. Her totals were 186 shots and 12 errors. Pronger Tridents veteran Prism steps in for the 44th game today, using the silver cue in Rotation. Prism never really took control, sliding to 34 shots with three errors along the way. Southridge Defenders rookie Ingrid closes the group with the silver cue in 13-ball. Ingrid commanded the ball early and worked her way to finish at 20 shots and one error. 

The final group commences with Westside Rockers newcomer Snowball playing 15-ball with the green cue. Snowball ended up taking five errors in 36 shots as she struggled to get a line of sight during this game. More 15-ball is on the way for Pearl Surfers co-captain Neopolitan, as she shoots with the blue cue. Neopolitan made a pair on the break and never slowed down, closing the game with 17 shots and no errors. Southridge Defenders captain Bianca goes 48th today, using the purple cue in Rotation. Bianca had two errors early on, but she was trucking her way to 21 shots. Lighton Prestige veteran Shiny draws in for Rotation with the silver cue. Shiny took a couple of errors in the middle but held on for 27 shots at the end. Tysini Hummingbirds captain Leandra ends the day with the green cue in Accuracy as the 46th qualifying finisher. Leandra ended the day on a high note with 13 shots and no errors in her game, giving her totals of 164 shots and 6 errors. 

That's all after another up-and-down day. One week remains in qualifying.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 26

We've got another full day of qualifying ahead here, beginning with...

Southern Monarchs rookie Gabby playing 13-ball with the silver cue. Gabby wasn't very good early on, and she took two errors later to end in 30 shots. Atlantic Pirates veteran Steven is the 22nd player done with qualifying as he shoots Accuracy with the blue cue. Steven needed 18 shots with one error in the game to put himself at totals of 156 shots and 9 errors overall. Pronger Tridents veteran Potter is next with the purple cue for 13-ball. Potter got things on track for himself despite two errors, ending up in 20 shots as he had little trouble executing two runs. Apex Wonders rookie Blair also shoots 13-ball, using the blue cue. Blair had an awful outing, taking nine errors, including five for illegally potting the 8. He ended in 42 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Vladimir ends the group in Accuracy with the red cue as the 23rd player done. Vladimir cruised with a pair on the break, allowing him to finish in 15 shots with no errors. He had 129 shots and 5 errors overall, which puts him in a good place for the qualifying title. 

The second group sees Golden Pilots star Dusty exit qualifying 24th, using the blue cue in Accuracy. Dusty had a rough outing with one error in 21 shots, giving her totals of 194 shots and 20 errors in qualifying. Everton Eagles captain Goldy goes 7th with the purple cue in 15-ball. Goldy had some good moments in the appearance, but she ended up skidding with 28 shots and two errors. North Modernistic Nighthawks captain Peach keeps the purple cue active in 12-ball. Peach was hot from the start and finished in only 15 shots with no errors. Capital City Sharpshooters veteran Missy is up for 12-ball with the silver cue. Missy had decent positioning, although she missed a few easy plays to push her score up to 21 shots with no errors. At the back of the group, Viewpoint Sound Meteors star Princess activates the green cue for 13-ball. Princess struck fast despite an error for a scratch on the break, as she wiped the table in 18 shots. 

Group three leads off with Diamond Gems sophomore Autumn playing 13-ball with the blue cue. Autumn was doing fine until she needed to put her last ball in the top side, which caused trouble. She ended with 31 shots and four errors. Pearl Surfers veteran Bright is the 25th player done qualifying as he shoots Accuracy with the red cue. Bright had a double-error in the middle and lost control late to slip to 22 shots. He finished with 164 shots and 12 errors throughout his run. Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Dewey is up in 12-ball with the purple cue. Dewey had a solid performance in this outing, ending with one error in 18 shots after a hot run at the start. Apex Wonders captain Midnight is 14th to shoot today, using the green cue in 15-ball. Midnight took a couple of errors in her game, but closed it in 23 shots. Southern Monarchs veteran Lorde ends the batch with the red cue in 13-ball. Lorde made the best of mediocre positioning, but took three errors and ended up with 26 shots. 

The fourth bunch begins as Tysini Hummingbirds star Charli uses the red cue in Rotation. Charli got through her appearance alright, never breaking loose as three errors pinned her to 28 shots. Queens Flames captain Crystal is 26th to shoot Accuracy, using the green cue to make her exit. Crystal did alright with a pair on the break, but faded to 17 shots and no errors by the end. Overall, she had 167 shots and 10 errors. Next up, Zenith Skywatchers veterans Paps is the 27th player done as he plays Accuracy with the purple cue. Paps was automatic with two balls on the break and just 14 shots and no errors after that. He closed at 173 shots and 9 errors overall. Freedom Cascades captain Stinky is the 19th player to shoot today, using the red cue in Rotation. Stinky had only one error for a failed jump and finished his game in 25 shots. Finishing the group, Everton Eagles newcomer Panda is the 28th player to finish qualifying, and he shoots Accuracy with the green cue. Panda cleared the table in 19 shots with no errors, giving himself totals of 142 shots and 5 errors. 

The fifth group gets going when Atlantic Pirates hotshot Isabella uses the blue cue for 15-ball. Isabella avoided disaster in this outing, taking two errors in 25 shots. Harrison Specters rookie Bucco closes out 9-ball with the blue cue. Bucco was very sharp in this one, taking no errors and finishing an 8-9 combination to the bottom left for 10 shots. Queens Flames veteran Mario is up for 15-ball with the silver cue in today's 23rd game. Mario skidded early on and took three errors in the game before finding his way to 30 shots. Whitewater Shores mainstay Marsell draws in with the purple cue in Rotation. Marsell played aggressive and took only one error in 27 shots. Infinity Torpedoes star Fluffina rounds out the batch with the green cue in 12-ball. Fluffina had a scratch on the break and a late missed contact for two errors in 23 shots. 

The sixth set kicks off with Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles using the red cue in 15-ball. Sparkles had control from the jump and ended with a 12-15 combination for 14 shots and no errors. Maplewood Lumberjacks captain Diddley keeps the red cue in hand for Rotation. Diddley had a decent pace and closed with 24 shots and only one error in the game. Terrace City Knights captain Kiwi also plays Rotation, but with the green cue. Kiwi held her composure in the middle and escaped with just one error in 24 shots. Everton Eagles star Cleo uses the blue cue as she takes on 15-ball. Cleo lost her cool a bit early on, but a jam play on the 3 led to the 15 finding the top left for 9 shots and no errors. Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard is the 29th player to finish qualifying and the 30th to shoot today as she plays Accuracy with the red cue. Blizzard finished with 17 shots and no errors to put herself at 144 shots and 4 errors. 

Set seven opens with Modernistic Union veteran Puff I using the silver cue in Rotation. Puff I played reasonably well with three errors and 25 shots to her name. Oceanside Waves sophomore Rocky is up with the blue cue in 12-ball. Rocky needed to do some set-up work at the end, forcing him up to 23 shots with no errors. The blue cue stays up in the 33rd game today as Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Dani shoots 13-ball. Positioning was a struggle for Dani, who took three errors before closing at 25 shots. Lighton Prestige star Citrus follows that with the purple cue in 15-ball. Citrus made three balls on the break and responded well to that energy to close with 16 shots and one error. Freedom Cascades veteran Andrew is 30th to finish qualifying as he plays Accuracy with the green cue. Andrew did okay with 21 shots and no errors in the game, and his totals were 173 shots and 9 errors. 

Group eight starts as Midland Predators veteran Rainmane uses the green cue in Rotation. Rainmane wasn't sharp enough to produce a good result, with 29 shots and three errors at the end of her turn. Swordpoint Blades veteran Bandit is the 37th player of the day, shooting 13-ball with the purple cue. Bandit was decent at first, then struggled with converting on his later plays, which caused him to need 23 shots and one error. Next up, Boston Swifts newcomer Sydney S. plays 15-ball with the green cue. Sydney S. had some offense, but three errors and too many rattlers left her at 28 shots in the end. Harrison Specters newcomer Snuggle grabs the red cue for 13-ball. Snuggle lost time fighting for positioning, and that put him at 26 shots with no errors at the end. Pacific Volcanoes veteran Twinkie I wraps up the batch with the blue cue in 15-ball. Twinkie I ended up with three errors in 30 shots to complete this outing, including one error for sending the cue ball off the table. 

Going 41st today, Tysini Hummingbirds rising star Sarah plays 15-ball with the silver cue. Sarah smashed her way to 21 shots and no errors in a fast appearance. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic is up for Rotation with the blue cue. A couple of errors couldn't slow down Dominic, who posted 18 shots in a fabulous performance. Eastside Sharks sophomore Maison is ready to go with the purple cue in 13-ball. Maison was smooth throughout the game and needed just 19 shots to clear the rack. Westside Rockers mainstay Goatee brings out the silver cue for Rotation. Goatee was buried from the start, and ultimately took four errors in 42 very angry shots. Diamond Gems captain Shadow follows that with the purple cue in 13-ball. Shadow scratched on the break and ended up with two errors in 19 shots. 

The final group is underway with Archtown Arrows sophomore Greg playing Rotation with the red cue. Greg attacked well early on and took just one error in 20 shots. More Rotation is on the way as Everton Eagles star Puff III shoots with the purple cue. Puff III tried to navigate through the rack, but she had four errors to put her score at 26 shots. Archtown Arrows veteran Hoppy goes 48th today, using the purple cue for 15-ball. Hoppy didn't get favorable angles very often, leading to three errors and 27 shots. Another Arrow, the newcomer Cubby, uses the purple in Accuracy as the 31st player done with qualifying. Cubby embarrassed himself with three errors in 21 shots after a hot start. He finished qualifying with 180 shots and 14 errors overall. Midland Predators captain Shawn puts an end to the day with the purple cue in 12-ball. Shawn kept it clean and took no errors in 19 shots for a good outing to end the day. 

That's all for today's action. Any players without 12-ball completed (13 in total) have lost the privilege to a day off between appearances.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 25

Expect the qualifying finishes to ramp up as we approach the home stretch. We've got a handful of stragglers as well. Today's action gets going with...

Pronger Tridents captain Precious playing 15-ball with the blue cue. Precious took two errors early on for illegal contact, but a 7-15 combination to the bottom left bailed her out at 11 shots. Southern Monarchs captain Pounce is the 15th player done with qualifying as he shoots Accuracy with the silver cue. Pounce cleared the table in 18 shots and no errors, giving him totals of 153 shots and 9 errors overall. His sister, Westside Rockers newcomer Snowball, is up for Rotation with the purple cue. Snowball made two balls on the break, but her game fell apart on the 4. She took four errors and ended up with 31 shots. Stonebridge Wolves strongman Hershey keeps the purple cue active for 12-ball. Hershey kept a good command, although he had one error for illegal contact. He ended with a solid 18 shots. At the end of the group, Web City Spiders newcomer Wild Thing plays Accuracy with the blue cue, the 16th qualifying finisher. Wild Thing had no errors in 17 shots in the game, and his totals were 152 shots and 10 errors. 

The second group starts with Southridge Defenders newcomer Stripes playing 15-ball with the green cue. Stripes did well throughout her game, but faded a little late to 27 shots and one error. Golden Pilots captain Valencia keeps the green cue going in 13-ball. Valencia attacked relentlessly this time and ended with 16 shots and no errors. Pearl Surfers veteran Boots goes 8th today, using the red cue in 13-ball. Boots got everything she wanted with the 8 falling in the bottom right on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. North Modernistic Nighthawks veteran Lionel is ready to go in 13-ball with the blue cue. Lionel didn't have quite as much success, ending up with one error in 23 shots. Atlantic Pirates captain Delila ends the set with the blue cue in Rotation. Delila had a very fortunate start and took just two errors in 25 shots. 

Group three opens as Southridge Defenders rookie Ingrid plays 12-ball with the silver cue. Ingrid wasn't very good, racking up six errors among 33 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris is next, using the red cue in Accuracy as the 17th player done with qualifying. Chris ended up at 19 shots and one error after a hot start, and his totals were 185 shots and 14 errors. Pearl Surfers veteran Wings goes 13th today, using the silver cue in 15-ball. Wings needed just 7 shots with one error to finish this outing, as his play on the 4 set the 15 loose to the top left. Commerce Tradewinds newcomer Bear is next, using the purple cue in Rotation. Bear was more skid than surge, as a strong middle was all he had in 31 shots with one error. Finishing the group, Zenith Skywatchers veteran Bells plays 13-ball with the blue cue. Bells had a disaster of a game with 36 shots and three errors added to her ledger. 

The 16th player called today is Terrace City Knights rookie Anna, who also uses the blue cue in 13-ball. Anna did well until she sank the 8 illegally for five errors, which pushed her up to 27 shots. More 13-ball follows for Infinity Torpedoes star Fuchsia, who uses the green cue. Fuchsia had all the control in the world to end with 20 shots and one error in a good game. Atlantic Pirates sophomore Buddy brings the blue cue back to action in 15-ball. Buddy had four errors, including one double when he aimed at the wrong ball and sank it. The sophomore finished in 29 shots in a poor effort. Westside Rockers veteran Chimpy is next up with the purple cue in Rotation. Chimpy did very well for himself, taking two errors but finishing in 21 shots anyway. Harrison Specters newcomer Puff II closes the group with 12-ball and the silver cue. Puff II went all-out in this appearance and ended up with a solid 21 shots and two errors. 

The fifth batch kicks off with Apex Wonders veteran Mr. Snowman using the red cue for 15-ball. Mr. Snowman took one error early for a scratch, but converted a 2-15 combination soon after to end at 4 shots. Whitewater Shores star Katharine goes 22nd today with the silver cue in 12-ball. Katharine butchered her positioning a few times and ended up with 26 shots but no errors in the game. Viewpoint Sound Meteors newcomer Josie is 18th to finish qualifying as she shoots Accuracy with the blue cue. Josie made a pair on the break and cruised through the game in 15 shots with no errors. She had totals of 169 shots and 10 errors. Tysini Hummingbirds newcomer Slinks is next with the silver cue in 15-ball. Slinks found a quick finish thanks to her break, which allowed her to make the 2-15 combination to the bottom left for 3 shots and no errors. Eastside Sharks sophomore Lily keeps the silver cue active for Rotation. Lily had plenty of confidence in herself, taking just one error in 21 shots. 

The sixth set gets going as Boston Swifts star Gradley plays 15-ball with the purple cue. Gradley kept one eye on the 15 and picked it off with a 10-15 combination to the bottom left for 21 shots and no errors. His daughter, Oceanside Waves captain Celestia, is next with the green cue in Rotation. Celestia took one error early for illegal contact, then smashed her way to 23 shots at the end. Todavía Stills newcomer Hughbert goes 28th today, using the blue cue in 13-ball. Hughbert couldn't get anything to fall early on, but he took only one error in 29 shots after he found his touch. Infinity Torpedoes sophomore Blaze steps up with the silver cue in 15-ball. Blaze had many bounces go in his favor as he finished the game in 23 shots with no errors. Pearl Surfers co-captain Watermelon closes this group with the red cue in 13-ball. Watermelon scratched on the break for her lone error in 24 shots. 

Set seven begins with 15-ball and the red cue as played by Todavía Stills veteran Pedey. A sloppy start led to Pedey taking three errors before he finished at 26 shots. More 15-ball is on the way as Pronger Tridents veteran Avril plays with the silver cue. Avril narrowly avoided errors as she finished this outing in 24 shots. Westside Rockers rookie Carly keeps the silver cue up with 13-ball. Carly managed to take just one error despite some unconvincing shooting. She ended the game with 24 shots. Going 34th today, Commerce Tradewinds captain Taylor S. plays 12-ball with the blue cue. Taylor S. had bad positioning from the start and it forced her into 25 shots with no errors. Pronger Tridents star Spot wraps up the group with the silver cue in Rotation. Spot found a groove and rode it throughout the game to end at 20 shots with no errors. 

The eighth group leads off with Terrace City Knights veteran Jennifer using the green cue in 13-ball. Jennifer didn't do so well with 30 shots and two errors, struggling to get clear positioning. Her sister Stephanie of the Swordpoint Blades gets the 37th game today, using the silver cue in 15-ball. Stephanie had four errors, frustration playing a large role in her needing 26 shots to finish. Next up, Lighton Prestige sophomore Angelica has the silver cue going in 13-ball. Angelica took two errors for scratches and ended up with 26 shots in a poor outing. Todavía Stills star Ruby brings the blue cue up for Accuracy as the 19th player to finish qualifying. Ruby did fine early but lost control late to 21 shots and no errors in the game. Her totals were 151 shots and 9 errors. Rounding out the set, Central Warriors veteran Graham takes up the green cue in Rotation. Graham had one error and limped his way to 29 shots to end the game. 

Group nine is underway as North Modernistic Nighthawks veteran Gizmo plays Rotation with the silver cue. Gizmo had three errors and 26 shots to complete his game, losing his touch a bit in the middle. Swordpoint Blades veteran Stealth is next up, using the purple cue in 13-ball. Stealth had one error for illegal contact, but he recovered to end in 21 shots. Royal Crowns rookie Kacey draws in for 15-ball with the red cue. Kacey made a mess of her outing with five errors in 32 shots. After that, Central Warriors newcomer Klaus uses the purple cue in Rotation. Klaus was excellent with only one error for illegal contact while clearing the table in 18 shots. The 45th player of the day is Whitewater Shores rookie Rachel, who uses the purple cue in 15-ball. Rachel had some good plays early and slowed down late, taking one error in 26 shots. 

The final group commences with Stonebridge Wolves rookie Lindsay using the green cue in 13-ball. Lindsay picked up two errors near the end to speed things up, then closed at 24 shots. Midland Predators veteran Chicky Phil is the 20th player out of qualifying, using the green cue in Accuracy. Chicky Phil had no trouble as he cleared the table in 17 shots and no errors to give himself totals of 169 shots and 7 errors. Zenith Skywatchers enforcer Nightfur will also exit as the 21st player in Accuracy, using the green cue. Nightfur blitzed the rack pretty well with 16 shots and no errors to put herself at 181 shots and 12 errors overall. Web City Spiders veteran Waluigi draws in for 13-ball with the purple cue. Waluigi started fine, but making his last ball at the bottom side was a challenge, and he ended up with two errors and 29 shots. Stonebridge Wolves captain Juno ends the day in 15-ball with the blue cue. Juno had four errors in her appearance, but still got it done in 24 shots. 

Sometimes good and sometimes fiery, we're 25 days in. More action awaits tomorrow.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 24

Plenty of action expected today as we push through tougher events still. Leading off...

Central Warriors star Noelle shoots 12-ball with the silver cue. Noelle committed to a strategy early on and ended up with 19 shots and no errors in a good outing. Tysini Hummingbirds captain Leandra is next for 15-ball with the green cue. Leandra avoided a late disaster with a 12-15 combination to the top side for 24 shots and three errors. Boston Swifts newcomer Sydney S. goes 3rd today with the green cue in Rotation. Sydney S. got out of early trouble with a triple-pot of the 7, 8, and 9 to the bottom pockets, but her chase on the 15 led her to 29 shots and three errors anyway. Midland Predators rising star Kitty keeps the green cue active for 15-ball. Kitty took one error early on, but recovered with a spinning kick on the 8 that deflected into the 15, which bounced off of the 11 into the top left. She finished with 11 shots. Diamond Gems strongman Leonardo also plays 15-ball, but he uses the red cue. Leonardo played himself into success, using a set-up shot before making the 6-15 combination to the bottom left for 13 shots and one error in the game. 

Royal Crowns sophomore Sunshine is ready for 15-ball with the green cue to lead group two. Sunshine couldn't get an early finish, struggling to 29 shots and three errors as he also played too loose. Atlantic Pirates hotshot Isabella is ready for Rotation with the silver cue. Isabella had six errors in her appearance, mostly from bad positioning, and that forced her to take 32 shots. Harrison Specters rookie Bucco finishes off 8-ball with the blue cue here. The long-awaited game was a success, with Bucco taking 21 shots and no errors. Terrace City Knights star Melissa goes 9th today with the purple cue in 13-ball. Melissa sparked to life with a five-ball run late, ending her game in 21 shots with no errors on the heels of the surge. Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard ends the group with the red cue in 15-ball. Blizzard rarely missed in this one, ending on a double-pot of the 12 and 15 to the left corners for 14 shots and no errors. 

The third group kicks off with Queens Flames veteran Pauline using the blue cue in 15-ball. Pauline had to get creative after a slow start, but she made the 10-15 combination to the top side to end on 20 shots and two errors. Pacific Volcanoes veteran Twinkie I is next, using the silver cue in Rotation. Twinkie I didn't get a great break, but her only error came on a failed jump shot. She finished with 18 shots in a great outing. Queens Flames superstar Violetta follows with the silver cue in 15-ball. Violetta stumbled at the end of her game but took no errors in 24 shots. Pronger Tridents veteran Prism draws in with the red cue in 13-ball. Prism took one error in the appearance, but played to 20 shots. The 15th player called to shoot today is Modernistic Union captain Ms. Puppy, who uses the purple cue in 13-ball. Ms. Puppy took one error early on for an overfill, then finished in 19 shots in a dominant outing. 

Group four begins with Infinity Torpedoes captain Smudge using the purple cue in Rotation. Smudge pushed through the rack well despite two errors, ending in a mere 17 shots. Southridge Defenders newcomer Roxy is up for 15-ball with the blue cue. Roxy had a slow start at the bottom right and ended up needing 30 shots with three errors to finish. Going 18th today, Everton Eagles mainstay Puff III uses the blue cue for 13-ball. Puff III cruised through the appearance in only 18 shots, taking no errors along the way. Central Warriors captain Twilight follows with the purple cue in Rotation. Twilight was effective early, then skidded late with one error to finish at 24 shots. Archtown Arrows newcomer Cubby ends the batch with the blue cue in 15-ball. Cubby had one error for an early stick foul, but surged after that to end in 23 shots. 

The fifth group sees North Modernistic Nighthawks star Gal become the eighth qualifying finisher, using the blue cue in Accuracy. It was a good finale for Gal, who had 17 shots and no errors, but her total were poor at 215 shots and 21 errors. Southridge Defenders captain Bianca is 22nd today, using the red cue in 13-ball. Bianca had good positioning but poor finishing, ending up with one error in 26 shots. Apex Wonders rookie Maren takes up the green cue for 12-ball next. Maren had a tough time in her appearance, needing two errors and 27 shots to clear the table. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Mams keeps the green cue active for Rotation. Poor results continued as Mams picked up four errors in 31 shots. Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy closes the group with the silver cue in 15-ball. Shaggy put the 15 near the bottom left and made it in a 10-15 combination for 18 shots and one error. 

The sixth set gets going as Atlantic Pirates veteran Dusky shoots Accuracy with the green cue as the ninth player to finish qualifying. Dusky was pretty good early on and kept it clean over 19 shots, giving her totals of 182 shots and 14 errors. Everton Eagles veteran Vincent is up for 13-ball with the purple cue. Vincent had a good start, and he avoided errors but slid to 25 shots by the end of the game. The 28th player of the day is Eastside Sharks sophomore Toki, who uses the silver cue for 12-ball. Toki made five balls on the break, but one was an overfill for his lone error. He smartly worked his way to 19 shots after that. More 12-ball follows as Web City Spiders newcomer Kodiak plays with the green cue. Kodiak had a good strategy and finished in 19 shots with no errors, attacking smoothly throughout. Tysini Hummingbirds star Sugar is the 10th to finish qualifying, using the purple cue in Accuracy. Sugar missed a few easy plays, ending up at 21 shots and no errors. She finished with 158 shots and 9 errors overall. 

Set seven opens with Freedom Cascades veteran Andrew playing 15-ball with the purple cue. Andrew took care of business with only one error in a crisp 21 shots. Eastside Sharks sophomore Maison draws in 32nd today, using the red cue for 12-ball. Maison wasn't bad, taking one error for an overfill in 21 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks captain Peach is next for 10-ball with the blue cue. Peach stated her game ice cold, and surprisingly took no errors in 26 shots. Terrace City Knights veteran Oreo is the 11th player done with qualifying as she shoots Accuracy with the purple cue. Pace was no problem here, as Oreo finished in 17 shots with no errors. Overall, she had 168 shots and 14 errors in qualifying. Rounding out the group, Boston Swifts newcomer Tigerette uses the green cue for Rotation. Tigerette couldn't maintain a hot start, ending up at 35 shots with five errors, including a scratch at the end. 

The eighth group starts with Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt using the silver cue in Rotation. Cobalt picked up four errors along the way, but managed to finish with a solid 26 shots. Lighton Prestige veteran Shiny goes 37th today with the purple cue in 13-ball. Shiny did well in a clean game, taking no errors in her well-played 22 shots. Commerce Tradewinds youngster Rosemary is next with the silver cue in 12-ball. Rosemary had a couple of errors in her game and needed 23 shots to finish. Apex Wonders captain Midnight keeps the silver cue active for Rotation. Midnight had a terrible break and took two early errors, but got bounces in her favor to finish in 26 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Vladimir wraps up the group with the red cue in 15-ball. Vladimir took an error for a scratch on the break, but his contact play on the 3 led to a deflection that sank the 15 at the bottom left for 4 shots. 

The 41st player today is Archtown Arrows veteran Sleepy B., who plays Accuracy with the purple cue as the 12th player to finish. Sleepy B. made no mistakes in this outing, taking 16 shots with zero errors. She ended with 167 shots and 5 errors throughout her run. Pacific Volcanoes mainstay Ms. Kitty is next, using the green cue in 15-ball. Ms. Kitty's pace wasn't good early on, but she was able to deflect a shot off the 6 to sink the 15 at the top right for 17 shots and one error. Modernistic Union veteran Sydney C. plays Rotation with the blue cue. Sydney C. couldn't command the cue, leading to five errors in 30 shots for a poor game. Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles also uses the blue cue for Rotation. Sparkles had a decent amount of early success, but took it cautiously late to end on 24 shots with no errors. Ending the group, Diamond Gems veteran Salmo is also 13th to end his qualifying as he shoots Accuracy with the green cue. Salmo stayed aggressive throughout the game to end on 17 shots and no errors, and his qualifying totals stood at 171 shots and 11 errors. 

The final group commences with Central Warriors star Dustin making his qualifying exit 14th in Accuracy with the silver cue. Dustin had one error for a late scratch that pushed him to 19 shots for the game. Overall, he scored 176 shots and 10 errors. Diamond Gems captain Shadow keeps the silver cue up for 12-ball. Shadow took one unfortunate error for an overfill, but he recovered well to end in 19 shots. The 48th game today is Rotation with the red cue for Everton Eagles captain Goldy. While she took a couple of errors on contact fouls, Goldy was sharp enough to end at 22 shots. Eastside Sharks newcomer Rudolph is ready to go in 13-ball with the blue cue. Rudolph had a good start and only took one error for missed contact in his 19 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters veteran Sprinkles is up for 15-ball with the red cue to close out today's game. Sprinkles had some good fortune on the 6, as she deflected into the 15 and banked it to the bottom side for 12 shots and one error. 

We'll keep rolling on tomorrow as the qualifying finishers start speeding up.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 23

We continue through some of the harder events. Two players have lost the privilege of automatic days off at this stage due to slow appearances. Today's action gets going with...

Victoria Spurs veteran Sage playing 13-ball with the red cue. Sage never really had a big run, but she somehow finished in 21 shots with no errors. Another Spur, the veteran Rosalina, uses the purple cue for 15-ball next. Rosalina had a hot and lucky start, then cooled off to 25 shots and one error at the end. Southridge Defenders veteran Wario goes next with the red cue in Rotation. Despite a wonderful start, Wario skidded at the 9 and never regained control, taking one error in 27 shots. Pearl Surfers co-captain Neopolitan also plays Rotation, but with the purple cue. Neopolitan didn't waste time with her play, taking two errors among a studly 20 shots. Zenith Skywatchers veteran Paps seals the group with the red cue in 15-ball. Paps had a bad break and ended up collecting four errors in 29 shots during his turn. 

Group two gets going as Oceanside Waves newcomer Daisy plays 15-ball with the red cue. Daisy also had a poor break, but she was able to set up the 15 near the top left. She converted on a 4-15 combination there to end at 14 shots and three errors. Freedom Cascades veteran Frosty goes 7th today, using the silver cue in 10-ball. Frosty had the 10 near the top left for much of the game, but sent it loose on a double-error and ended up at 19 shots when she finished. Swordpoint Blades veteran Stealth activates the blue cue in 12-ball. Stealth played smart in his game, breaking up a cluster early on. He took only one error and finished in 17 shots. Southern Monarchs rookie Gabby will follow up with 12-ball and the red cue. Gabby's command was weak in this game, where she took two errors and 26 shots to clear the table. Closing the set, Diamond Gems star Debby draws in for 9-ball with the blue cue. Debby waited a long time just to have a bad game, where she needed 18 shots and one error for a stick foul to finish. 

The third group is led by Web City Spiders veteran Waluigi, who uses the red cue for 12-ball. Waluigi wasn't his sharpest, but he avoided errors and finished in 22 shots. Zenith Skywatchers enforcer Nightfur is up for 15-ball with the blue cue. Nightfur had no success early on and added four errors before crashing out at 37 shots. Another Skywatcher, Bells, is up with the green cue in 12-ball. Bells took her time to get aligned early on, but closed at 23 shots and two errors in the end. Queens Flames hotshot Briana ends qualifying fifth by speed, using the silver cue in Accuracy. Briana had a frustrating end to her game, closing on 23 shots with no errors for totals of 196 shots and 16 errors. The batch ends with Eastside Sharks sophomore Lily playing 13-ball with the blue cue. Lily brought a good performance, avoiding errors in 22 shots. 

The fourth batch begins with Viewpoint Sound Meteors newcomer Josie shooting 15-ball with the purple cue. Josie kept things simple and careful in her outing, taking only one error in 21 shots. Westside Rockers veteran Chimpy goes 17th today, playing 13-ball with the green cue. Chimpy couldn't get simple sequences at the side pockets, ending up taking 29 shots with two errors to clear the rack. Back to 15-ball, as Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream shoots with the red cue. Ice Cream had a couple of errors for bad contact, but she recovered late to end with 27 shots. The red cue stays up for 12-ball with Victoria Spurs veteran Strawberry. It was a poor outing for Strawberry, who ran up three errors and 29 shots on her ledger. More 12-ball finishes the group as North Modernistic Nighthawks strongman Lionel shoots with the silver cue. Lionel took one error for a scratch, but he cruised through the rack in 17 shots. 

Going 21st today, Stonebridge Wolves captain Juno uses the red cue for Rotation. Juno took one error for a failed jump shot, and finished with 28 shots in a mediocre game. Commerce Tradewinds captain Taylor S. gets a turn in 10-ball with the purple cue. Taylor S. fouled twice while sinking the 10, part of her four errors in 21 shots. Atlantic Pirates veteran Steven keeps the purple cue up for 15-ball. Steven had one error for a scratch, but a 12-15 bank combination to the top side put him at 18 shots with the early finish. Archtown Arrows sophomore Greg steps up for 13-ball with the green cue. Greg nearly made every stripe early, but the one he left on the table wreaked havoc. He ended up with two errors in 29 shots. At the halfway point today, Terrace City Knights rookie Anna shoots 12-ball with the red cue. Anna's lone error was for an overfill on the break, but she cruised to the finish in 18 shots. 

The sixth set opens with Golden Pilots veteran Max shooting 13-ball with the green cue. Max took one error for an overfill on the break, and stormed through the rack in a mere 16 shots. Archtown Arrows captain Sally also uses the green cue in Accuracy as she ends sixth in qualifying. Sally was smooth enough to finish in 19 shots and no errors in the game, for totals of 195 shots and 15 errors overall. Queens Flames captain Crystal is the 28th player to shoot today, using the purple cue in 15-ball. Despite taking three errors, Crystal had a fairly easy time in this game, needing only 21 shots to finish. Westside Rockers captain Misty follows with the blue cue in Rotation. Positioning wasn't the best for Misty, who took one error in 26 shots as she played cautiously. Royal Crowns veteran Jake closes the group with the green cue in 13-ball. Jake took a couple of errors in a loose outing, but he finished the effort in only 17 shots. 

Set seven kicks off with Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Jane using the blue cue in 15-ball. Jane kept things clean, but that cost her a few shots later on as she finished with 24 shots and no errors. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic steps in with the purple cue to shoot 13-ball. Dominic did alright initially, but he struggled with his last stripe. One error late pushed him up to 25 shots for the game. More 13-ball is on the way as Atlantic Pirates captain Delila shoots with the blue cue. Delila had a good start, but couldn't ease her way through the late-game, taking one error in 24 shots. Freedom Cascades rookie Blake is 34th to shoot today, using the red cue in 13-ball. Blake played with a ton of poise and strategy, clearing the rack in only 17 shots with one error. Rounding out the batch, Modernistic Union newcomer Quincy plays 10-ball with the blue cue. Quincy made two balls on the break and didn't need long to deflect off the 3 to get the 10 at the top left. He had 4 shots and no errors in the game. 

The eighth group starts as Golden Pilots star Dusty shoots 15-ball with the green cue. Dusty had some trouble early on with three errors, and she never found a convenient run, ending on 31 shots. Everton Eagles star Cleo uses the green cue in 13-ball for today's 37th game. Cleo kept her game clean with no errors and a solid 21 shots. Next up, Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris plays 15-ball with the purple cue. Chris had a couple of errors for illegal contact, but he was crisp to finish in 21 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks veteran Gizmo keeps the purple cue at the table for 13-ball. Gizmo cleared stripes very quickly, then patiently worked on solids as he finished with 20 shots and one error. Commerce Tradewinds star Solaris wraps up the group with the red cue in Rotation. Solaris had a great start, but three errors later on led him to finish in 23 shots. 

In group nine, Queens Flames veteran Mario goes next with the blue cue in Rotation. Mario had a good pace early on, but got caught up in the middle of the game as many players do. He ended up with 29 shots and three errors. Royal Crowns captain Kayla goes 42nd today, using the silver cue in Rotation. Kayla soared through the start, but struggled later with one error and 26 shots at the end. Up next, Central Warriors newcomer Klaus keeps the silver cue going in 13-ball. Klaus couldn't get any positioning at the end, but a lucky kick on the 8 helped shorten the game to 35 shots and one error. Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Smokey follows with the purple cue in 10-ball. Smokey cruised through the early play, then struggled on the 5, ending up with two errors in 19 shots. At the back of the group, Web City Spiders newcomer Wild Thing shoots 15-ball with the green cue. Wild Thing lived up to his name, making three balls on the break and turning a failed cut on the 7 into a double-pot of the 8 and 15 to the left corners. He ended with 6 shots and no errors. 

The final group commences with Midland Predators veteran Rainmane using the green cue in 13-ball. Rainmane had a productive start and took only one error in her 22 shots. Lighton Prestige star Spirit is the seventh player done with qualifying, using the silver cue in Accuracy. Spirit ended with an error-free outing and 20 shots, giving her totals of 171 shots and 16 during her run. Infinity Torpedoes sophomore Blaze keeps the silver cue up with Rotation in the 48th game today. Blaze calmed things down pretty well with just one error in 25 shots for a solid outing. North Modernistic Nighthawks enforcer Cheddar is ready for 10-ball with the purple cue. Cheddar had a pair of errors early on but bounced back to finish in 16 shots. Southridge Defenders rookie Ingrid ends the day in 10-ball with the red cue. Ingrid played a little recklessly, taking three errors among her 15 shots. 

We're done for this day, with more to come tomorrow, hopefully at a slightly better level of play.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 22

We're back for another day of games, hopefully as strong as yesterday. First up...

Central Warriors star Dustin shoots 15-ball with the green cue. Dustin started hot but faded later on in the game, ending with 27 shots and no errors. Maplewood Lumberjacks captain Diddley is next up with the blue cue in 13-ball. Diddley had a strong performance in this outing, taking no errors in 20 shots as everything lined up well. Capital City Sharpshooters veteran Sprinkles uses the silver cue in Rotation. Sprinkles had a productive turn, taking two errors but still finishing in a solid 26 shots. Going 4th today, Modernistic Union veteran Puff I plays 13-ball with the red cue. Puff I played well despite one error early on for a scratch. She finished on 23 shots after a slight skid. Pacific Volcanoes mainstay Ms. Kitty shoots Rotation with the purple cue to end the group. Ms. Kitty made a pair on the break and had no trouble after that, playing smart in 22 shots with no errors. 

Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Vladimir uses the green for Rotation to front group two. Vladimir posted three errors in 26 shots, struggling at one point with positioning. Southern Monarchs sophomore Molly is ready to go in 15-ball with the blue cue. Molly was frustrated with four early errors and no clear line to combine on the 15 at the top left. She eventually settled for 28 shots. Central Warriors veteran Graham grabs the red cue for 13-ball. Graham had four balls down on the break, making it even more tough to see him take two errors to get to 24 shots as positioning on his last stripe was difficult. Southridge Defenders captain Bianca is up 9th today, using the green cue in 12-ball. Bianca gambled on a bad cut with her score already in trouble, and that led her to finish at 33 shots and five errors when she butchered it. Archtown Arrows veteran Sleepy B. finishes the group with the purple cue in 15-ball. Sleepy B. had a poor outing, needing 34 shots and two errors to finish after an awful ending stretch. 

Group three begins with Lighton Prestige sophomore Angelica using the green cue in 12-ball. Angelica had a solid outing with 23 shots and two errors. Terrace City Knights veteran Oreo will play 15-ball with the red cue. Oreo managed to clear the table in 32 shots and two errors despite the 15 hanging around multiple pockets. Freedom Cascade veteran Andrew is up next with the red cue in Rotation. Andrew took three errors for some rough positioning, but finished at 27 shots in the game. Modernistic Union captain Ms. Puppy keeps the red cue active for 12-ball. Ms. Puppy had no trouble in her appearance, closing with 16 shots and no errors. Going 15th today, Royal Crowns sophomore Sunshine plays Rotation with the green cue. Sunshine flew through the outing in 20 shots with only one error for a scratch. 

The fourth group leads off with Eastside Sharks sophomore Maison using the red cue in 10-ball. A couple of unlucky errors pushed Maison up to 16 shots for the game. Lighton Prestige veteran Shiny steps in with the red cue in 12-ball. Shiny was crisp on offense, needing just 17 shots and no errors to clear the table as positioning worked in her favor. Westside Rockers veteran Goatee is 18th to shoot today, using the blue cue in 13-ball. Goatee had three errors in her game, but her overall play was good at 23 shots. Pearl Surfers veteran Bright follows with the silver cue in 15-ball. Bright kept his eyes on the prize, taking one error in 18 shots as he finished with a 7-15 combination to the bottom right. North Modernistic Nighthawks star Gal shoots 15-ball with the green cue to end the batch. Gal had a slow start and two errors early on, then found a groove to finish on 27 shots. 

Batch five gets going as Diamond Gems veteran Leonardo uses the red cue for Rotation. Leonardo plowed through the rack with three errors in 24 shots. More Rotation is in today's 22nd game with Archtown Arrows veteran Hoppy using the blue cue. Hoppy had a double-error early on but cruised through the rest of the game, ending in 24 shots. Victoria Spurs captain Spice is next with the silver cue in 13-ball. Spice held her own, getting a couple of lucky bounces to end at 23 shots and two errors. After that, Zenith Skywatchers sophomore Omari shoots 10-ball with the red cue. Omari wasted a hot start and took one error before closing on 17 shots. Apex Wonders rookie Blair ends the group with the red cue in 12-ball. Late positioning held Blair back with two errors and a lot of set-up work before he exited on 23 shots. 

Going 26th today, Oceanside Waves sophomore Megan breaks out the red cue in 15-ball. Megan started slow and took two errors in the game, but a late surge helped her to 26 shots. Archtown Arrows newcomer Cubby takes up the green cue for Rotation. Cubby had a couple of errors early on, but he was pretty sharp overall to end in 23 shots. Midland Predators veteran Chicky Phil keeps the green cue up in 15-ball. Chicky Phil couldn't maintain his hot start, taking one late error before finishing in 26 shots. Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain Hoot enters the action with the blue cue in 10-ball. Hoot couldn't find an angle early on, and eventually took two errors in 22 shots. At the back of the group, Whitewater Shores mainstay Twinkie III uses the red cue in 15-ball. Twinkie III stormed through the rack, making a pair on the break and finishing with 19 shots. 

The seventh set kicks off with Atlantic Pirates sophomore Buddy playing Rotation with the green cue. Buddy had a decent outing, taking a couple of errors early on before settling in to score 23 shots. Whitewater Shores rookie Rachel gets the 32nd game today, using the purple cue in Rotation. Rachel kept good positioning and took what she was given for 22 shots and one error. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Summer plays 13-ball with the red cue next. Summer had fairly good positioning throughout her game, taking no errors in 22 shots. Everton Eagles captain Goldy also plays 13-ball, but with the green cue. Goldy had a bit of a slow start and ended up with two errors in 25 shots. Everton Eagles newcomer Panda wraps up the group in 15-ball with the red cue. Panda made a perfect play to end on 1 shot, cutting the 1 to the top side and getting the deflection on the 15 off the 2 and into the bottom left on a double-pot. He had no errors. 

The eighth group starts with Tysini Hummingbirds star Sugar using the purple cue in 15-ball. Sugar danced through danger and deflected a shot off the 2 to sink the 15 at the bottom side for 10 shots and no errors. The 37th player drawn today is Apex Wonders captain Midnight, who plays 13-ball with the red cue. Midnight somehow avoided errors, clearing the rack in 24 shots in an acceptable performance. The fourth player done with qualifying is Lighton Prestige captain Acorn, who shoots Accuracy with the silver cue. Acorn ended the game poorly with 23 shots and one error. He had 177 shots and 13 errors in total. Maplewood Lumberjacks sophomore Marissa is up next, using the green cue in Rotation. Marissa didn't have the best start, and a couple errors dragged her down as she finished with 27 shots. Southridge Defenders newcomer Stripes rounds out the group with the blue cue in Rotation. Stripes played aggressive and took just one error in 23 shots for another strong performance. 

Group nine opens as Atlantic Pirates veteran Dusky shoots 15-ball with the green cue. Dusky had a bad break with a lack of spread, leading to four errors in 29 shots for her game. Tysini Hummingbirds captain Leandra follows with the silver cue in Rotation. Leandra sank three balls on the break and didn't cool down after that, finishing with 19 shots and no errors. The 43rd player today is Atlantic Pirates hotshot Isabella, who plays 13-ball with the green cue. Isabella had no errors and good positioning to produce 22 shots for the game. Viewpoint Sound Meteors star Princess keeps the green cue active in 12-ball. Princess could have made a mess of her finish, but she closed with a kick to the top side to end on 21 shots and two errors. Queens Flames veteran Pauline seals the group with the blue cue in Rotation. Pauline had to navigate some tricky plays, ending in 26 shots with one error. 

The final group commences with Modernistic Union veteran Sydney C. playing 13-ball with the blue cue. Sydney C. had some good positioning and the skill to capitalize on it for 18 shots and no errors. Southern Monarchs captain Pounce checks in for 15-ball with the purple cue. Pounce had a fantastic start, then cooled off with one error and 24 shots. Harrison Specters newcomer Puff II jumps in with the red cue in 10-ball. Puff II had no hesitation early on, striking early and often to close at 13 shots with no errors. Lighton Prestige star Citrus takes up the blue cue for Rotation in today's 49th game. Citrus was a little sloppy with two errors in 27 shots during her turn. Ending the day, Tysini Hummingbirds newcomer Slinks also shoots Rotation with the blue cue. Slinks had a poor outing with four errors in 30 shots as she lost control of the ball a few times. 

A mostly excellent day is in the books. We'll be back tomorrow as we continue through the difficult events.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 21

We're ready to go for another day of qualifying, beginning with...

Pronger Tridents veteran Avril playing Rotation with the purple cue. Avril struggled with control in her appearance, taking four errors in 29 shots. Eastside Sharks sophomore Toki is next, using the green cue for 10-ball. Toki had an awful start with four errors, mostly for illegally potted balls. He ended up at 22 shots after missing a lot of late shots. Central Warriors captain Twilight is up next with the purple cue in 13-ball. Twilight wasn't bad until she took the five-error penalty for illegally sinking the 8, which pushed her up to 28 shots shots for the game. More 13-ball follows for Commerce Tradewinds star Solaris, who uses the silver cue. Solaris pulled off a solid performance with 22 shots and one error, showing good decision-making. His father, Boston Swifts star Gradley, ends the group with the silver cue in Rotation. Gradley put in one of the all-time greatest games, clearing the table in the hardest event in just 16 shots with no errors. 

Leading off group two, Atlantic Pirates veteran Steven shoots Rotation with the purple cue. Steven started well, but faded with a couple of errors later to finish at 25 shots. Diamond Gems veteran Salmo is next up with the blue cue in 15-ball. Salmo put the 15 near the top right early on and waited for a chance, ending at 16 shots with a 5-15 combination that helped him finish with no errors. Eastside Sharks sophomore Lily goes 8th today, using the green cue for 12-ball. Lily was efficient and surged in the middle of her game, ending on 19 shots with no errors. Another Shark, the captain Taylor M., is the third player done with qualifying as she shoots Accuracy with the silver cue. Taylor M. struggled at first but settled in later to close on 21 shots and no errors in the game, as well as 156 shots and 15 errors overall. Pacific Volcanoes captain Starlight keeps the silver cue active for 15-ball. Starlight cruised through the early part of her appearance, taking just one late error in 23 shots. 

Going 11th today, Whitewater Shores veteran Marsell plays 13-ball with the red cue. Marsell had a decent strategy but took too long to execute it and ended up with 28 shots and one error. Commerce Tradewinds newcomer Luigi is set to play Rotation with the silver cue. Luigi had a bit of an ugly start with two errors, but corrected course to finish in 24 shots. Swordpoint Blades captain Dreamy brings the red cue back for 13-ball. Dreamy made one of each on the break and had an easy push through the rack in 15 shots with no errors. Queens Flames superstar Violetta draws in for Rotation with the silver cue. Violetta brought the heat this time, taking just one error in 17 shots. Todavía Stills captain Easter ends the set with the blue cue in 15-ball. Easter had an unusually bad outing with three errors in 30 shots, her worst game of qualifying so far. 

The fourth group kicks off with North Modernistic Nighthawks veteran Gizmo shooting 12-ball with the blue cue. Gizmo had good positioning even with a scratch on the break for his lone error in 19 shots. Tysini Hummingbirds star Sarah is ready to go in Rotation with the purple cue. Sarah had some shaky moments early on, but recovered from two errors to end in 23 shots. Another Rotation game with the purple cue sees Oceanside Waves newcomer Daisy playing. Daisy had a similar performance, taking one error early in 23 shots for a good game. Boston Swifts newcomer Tigerette is ready to go in 13-ball with the blue cue in today's 19th game. Tigerette didn't have the best time, taking two errors in 26 shots. The group closes with Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris playing Rotation with the green cue. Chris had three errors early on as he struggled to get clean looks, but he picked it up late to finish in 27 shots. 

Batch five opens as Todavía Stills newcomer Hughbert uses the green cue in 12-ball. Hughbert was pretty much in control throughout, closing on 18 shots and no errors. The green cue remains active in the 22nd game of the day as Commerce Tradewinds youngster Rosemary shoots 10-ball. Rosemary was fast despite scratching on the break for a lone error. At the end, she deflected off the 5 to push the 10 into the top left for a score of 5 shots. Southridge Defenders newcomer Roxy is next with the red cue in Rotation. Roxy got away with a lot of clever plays, taking just one error in 24 shots. Freedom Cascades captain Stinky draws in with the green cue for 13-ball. Stinky had trouble setting up his final push, taking two errors before finishing at 26 shots. Another Cascade, the strongman Nikolai, rounds out the group in 12-ball with the red cue. Nikolai surged early and held his own late to finish at 18 shots with no errors. 

The sixth set starts with Royal Crowns captain Kayla playing 13-ball with the green cue. Kayla had decent positioning, but struggled to finish on the 8, leading to 26 shots with no errors. Pearl Surfers veteran Wings is next up with the red cue in Rotation. Wings was productive with his three errors, all accidental, helping him finish in 23 shots. Southern Monarchs newcomer Lorde steps up with the blue cue for 12-ball. Lorde took two errors in her appearance, but the positioning at the end of her game pushed her up to 22 shots. Central Warriors star Noelle gets a turn in 10-ball with the green cue. Noelle faltered early on and took one error, but recovered with a 5-10 combination to the bottom right to end at 12 shots. Apex Wonders veteran Mr. Snowman is 30th to shoot today, using the blue cue for Rotation. Mr. Snowman nearly kept it clean in this one, taking one late error before closing at 25 shots. 

Web City Spiders newcomer Wild Thing is up in Rotation with the red cue. Wild Thing played a great game in 19 shots with no errors, as he scored a few balls on cluster-busting shots. Royal Crowns veteran Brownie goes next, using the green cue in 13-ball. Brownie had a decent performance, although she was hesitant to really go for it. She ended up with one error in 23 shots. More 13-ball is on the way in today's 33rd game, as Infinity Torpedoes sophomore Blaze shoots with the silver cue. Blaze had a little trouble with contact plays in this appearance, pushing him to 25 shots and three errors. Stonebridge Wolves captain Juno also uses the silver cue in 13-ball. Juno lacked control and didn't do enough early on to save herself from 28 shots and two errors. Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy wraps up the group in Rotation with the blue cue. Shaggy had a double-error early on, but that was her only mistake in 21 shots. 

The eighth group gets going with Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt using the silver cue in 13-ball. Cobalt took no errors despite rough positioning, and he finished the game with a respectable 25 shots. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic is the 37th player drawn today, using the red cue for 12-ball. Dominic had a couple of errors in his play and needed 24 shots to get through the game after he peaked early. Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard is ready to go in Rotation with the blue cue. Blizzard made three balls on the break but still struggled early, taking one error before finishing at 26 shots. Back in 12-ball, Maplewood Lumberjacks star Whiskers uses the silver cue. Whiskers kept her positioning strong to finish in 20 shots with no errors. Midland Predators veteran Americus closes the group in 13-ball with the green cue. Americus took a couple of errors and couldn't get on a run before finishing with 26 shots. 

Batch nine is underway with Golden Pilots captain Valencia shooting 12-ball with the red cue. Valencia had a good plan in place, but took some time to execute it. She finished with 21 shots and no errors. Web City Spiders veteran Nibbles is also shooting 12-ball with the red cue. Nibbles flubbed a couple of plays, leading to three errors and 20 shots for the game. Archtown Arrows captain Sally draws in for 15-ball with the silver cue. Sally was fantastic on her lucky plays, and just two errors helped her keep the score down at 24 shots. Pearl Surfers co-captain Neopolitan goes 44th today with the purple cue in 13-ball. Neopolitan couldn't get herself set up quickly, taking one error in 26 shots. At the back of the group, Web City Spiders newcomer Kodiak shoots 10-ball with the silver cue. Kodiak had a pair down on the break, but one error and a slow finish put him at 16 shots. 

The final group commences with Zenith Skywatchers enforcer Nightfur playing Rotation with the silver cue. Nightfur started a little slow but picked up the pace later to end in 26 shots with one error. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Dani uses the red cue in 12-ball next. Dani didn't get the late-game positioning she needed, taking four errors and 23 shots in a skid to the finish. Stonebridge Wolves rookie Lindsay is on for 12-ball with the blue cue. Lindsay kept things clean and crisp with 20 shots and no errors in this outing. North Modernistic Nighthawks enforcer Cheddar is up for 9-ball with the blue cue. Cheddar wasn't very efficient in this appearance, taking 15 shots with no errors. Infinity Torpedoes star Fluffina ends the day in 10-ball with the purple cue. Fluffina struggled with a pair of errors in 17 shots. 

We've reached the point where some players will have to play back-to-back days to complete qualifying on time. We continue tomorrow.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 20

We're ready to go with the 20th day of qualifying. Expect a little of most everything, with the first game seeing...

Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles using the red cue in 13-ball. Sparkles played brilliantly, clearing the table in only 17 shots with no errors. Terrace City Knights rookie Anna is next up, using the silver cue in 10-ball. Anna didn't have the best positioning, mostly shooting long shots as she scored 17 with one error in the game. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Stephanie goes 3rd today with the purple cue in hand for Rotation. Stephanie handled a bad break well, taking three errors in 27 shots to complete the outing. Everton Eagles star Puff III steps up for 12-ball with the purple cue. Puff III played smart and used a good pace to finish at 20 shots and no errors for the game. Back in Rotation, Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream uses the red cue to end the group. Ice Cream took three errors early on and rattled three balls out, but found her groove late to end on 24 shots. 

Group two gets going with Swordpoint Blades veteran Stealth using the silver cue in 10-ball. Stealth had a good start and a good finish, but three errors in between inflated his score to 16 shots. Atlantic Pirates veteran Dusky activates the green cue for Rotation. Dusky was alright, taking three errors in 24 shots as she had a fairly solid showing. Everton Eagles captain Goldy brings the blue cue aboard in 12-ball. Goldy did well with positioning, her only flaw being a double-error in the middle of the game. She ended in 20 shots. Zenith Skywatchers veteran Paps goes 9th today, using the red cue for Rotation. Paps didn't get the best of positioning off the break, leading to eventually four errors among 27 shots. Ending the batch, Apex Wonders rookie Blair shoots 10-ball with the blue cue. Blair was pretty sharp at the table, needing only 13 shots and no errors to finish. 

Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain Hoot is ready to go in 9-ball with the blue cue. Hoot made two balls on the break, helping him get a score of 12 shots with one error. Everton Eagles veteran Vincent keeps the blue cue active in 12-ball. Vincent was unfazed by his two errors, finishing the game in only 19 shots with precise planning and execution. Boston Swifts captain Sweetheart shoots 13th today, using the green cue in 13-ball. Sweetheart had a promising start, but a couple of errors and sloppy play late put her at 28 shots. Next up, Southern Monarchs captain Pounce plays Rotation with the blue cue. Pounce took up too much time on clean set-ups, tallying only two errors but 28 shots as he navigated the rack. Rounding out the group, Capital City Sharpshooters veteran Sprinkles uses the green cue in 13-ball. Sprinkles took a couple of errors during her turn, but closed on 21 shots, as her early runs laid a good foundation. 

Today's 16th game goes to Infinity Torpedoes veteran Shelley, who uses the green cue in 12-ball. Shelley held her own and got favorable positioning to end on 21 shots and one error. Archtown Arrows veteran Sleepy B. also uses the green cue as she plays Rotation. Sleepy B. was electric early on, but one error and some shaky plays late left her at 24 shots. More Rotation follows with Midland Predators rising star Kitty using the purple cue. Kitty made three balls on the break, but wasted the hot start with two errors and poor aim, leading to her score of 26 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks star Gal tries to get back on track in Rotation with the blue cue. Gal couldn't get anything going early, taking three errors and closing in 33 shots. Commerce Tradewinds newcomer Bear finishes the group with the purple cue in 13-ball. Bear had only one error for missed contact and cruised to the finish at 20 shots. 

Group five leads off with Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Jane playing Rotation with the blue cue. Jane picked up four errors in 28 shots in an uninspiring effort. Royal Crowns rookie Kacey also plays Rotation, but with the red cue. Kacey struggled to get clean looks, needing 28 shots with five errors to finish. Pronger Tridents veteran Prism is next, using the purple cue in 12-ball. Prism botched her positioning badly at the end of her game, ending up with one error in 30 shots. Southern Monarchs sophomore Molly goes 24th today, playing Rotation with the red cue. Molly was very fortunate with her early bounces, and took two later errors en route to 23 shots for the game. More Rotation closes the group as Everton Eagles newcomer Panda uses the silver cue. Panda had a couple of early errors for scratches, but he settled in with 23 shots at the end. 

The sixth set begins as Pronger Tridents star Spot plays 13-ball with the silver cue. Spot made a few mistakes, taking four errors before closing on 25 shots. Lighton Prestige star Spirit takes on 15-ball with the red cue. Spirit had a chance to finish early, but she scratched after banking the 5-15 combination to the top left. This was one of her two errors in 22 shots. Golden Pilots star Dusty follows with the silver cue in Rotation. Dusty showed her star quality in this one, with an awful break not slowing her down. Dusty finished in 21 shots with only one error. Lighton Prestige star Citrus is 29th to shoot today, picking up the red cue for 13-ball. Citrus had to be creative after sending some early plays wide, but she found her aim and went for 21 shots and no errors. Wrapping up the bunch, Stonebridge Wolves strongman Hershey plays 10-ball with the purple cue. Hershey ripped through the rack initially, then slowed a little to end on 13 shots and no errors. 

Set seven opens with Golden Pilots veteran Max playing 12-ball with the purple cue. Max was unlucky to take three consecutive errors before initiating his final surge to end at 20 shots. Terrace City Knights captain Kiwi takes up the green cue in 13-ball. Kiwi wasted a beautiful start by chasing her last two balls, running up the score to 26 shots and no errors. Todavía Stills star Ruby plays the 33rd game today, using the green cue in 15-ball. Ruby made quick work of her game, taking one error but using a deflection off the 2 to drive the 15 into the bottom left for 5 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks sophomore Marissa is next with the blue cue in 13-ball. Marissa had a couple of errors but didn't let it get her down as she finished with 22 shots. Apex Wonders veteran Cowzart brings up the rear in this group with the blue cue in hand for 12-ball. Cowzart faltered after a good start, but he took no errors and closed on 22 shots. 

The eighth group starts with Southridge Defenders newcomer Stripes using the blue cue in 13-ball. Stripes dominated with aggressive play and positioning, with just 19 shots and no errors. Going 37th, Terrace City Knights star Oreo uses the silver cue for Rotation. Too much congestion early on led to Oreo taking four errors before escaping at 31 shots. Infinity Torpedoes star Fuchsia draws in with the green cue in 12-ball. Fuchsia attacked the sides early and took no errors and just 18 shots to finish off the rack. Pacific Volcanoes veteran Leonette also shoots 12-ball, but she'll use the purple cue. Leonette had a great start, but left no route to the finish, which saw her take three errors before ending at 26 shots. Eastside Sharks newcomer Rudolph also uses the purple cue for 12-ball. Rudolph made all the right choices to finish at 16 shots with no errors. 

The 41st player called today is Freedom Cascades rookie Blake, who plays 12-ball with the purple cue. Blake got absolutely nothing from the early part of the game, ending on 29 shots and two errors. Southridge Defenders veteran Wario is ready for 13-ball with the red cue. Bad positioning at the end spoiled Wario's decent effort, putting him at 26 shots with one error. Diamond Gems sophomore Autumn keeps the red cue going in 12-ball. Autumn did almost everything right early on, but a late error pushed her to 17 shots after she finished with a kick to the bottom right. Tysini Hummingbirds star Charli brings up the blue cue for her turn in 13-ball. Charli saved herself some trouble with one productive error, helping her pick up the pace late to end with 21 shots. Pearl Surfers veteran Bright ends the group with the purple cue in Rotation. Bright was sharp early on, but stuttered through three errors in the middle before ending on 25 shots. 

The final group commences with Todavía Stills veteran Pedey using the blue cue for Rotation. Pedey had a great start despite a tough break. He took two errors later but still finished with 24 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks captain Diddley goes 47th today with the purple cue in 12-ball. Diddley had one error for missed contact, but everything lined up well for him to finish at 18 shots. Freedom Cascades newcomer Frosty steps in for 9-ball with the purple cue. Frosty was good early on but let it get away with one error and 15 shots by the end. Central Warriors star Dustin returns to the table with the purple cue in Rotation for the first time since his 13-ball outburst. Dustin looked very composed this time, ending in 24 shots with no errors. He also won't have to forfeit his other bid. Pronger Tridents veteran Potter ends the day in 12-ball with the purple cue. Potter finished with a sturdy 21 shots and no errors in a good performance. 

There's only two weeks of qualifying left. We'll continue tomorrow in the thick of the hardest games.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 19

Well past the halfway mark now, we chug along in qualifying. Leading off...

Midland Predators veteran Rainmane plays 12-ball with the red cue. Rainmane did just about everything right, taking no errors in 17 shots. Lighton Prestige sophomore Angelica checks in with the green cue in 10-ball. Angelica posted 18 shots and two errors, a slow start weighing her down. Her brother, the Royal Crowns' Sunshine, is ready to go with the red cue in 13-ball. The five-error rule struck again as Sunshine illegally potted the 8, but he held on to finish in 25 shots with six total errors. Atlantic Pirates veteran Isabella goes 4th today, using the silver cue in 12-ball. Isabella breezed through this appearance in only 16 shots, using great positioning to avoid any errors. Apex Wonders captain Midnight seals the group with 12-ball and the red cue. Midnight had a couple of questionable choices, leading to one error and 24 shots for the game. 

The second group kicks off with Infinity Torpedoes sophomore Blaze playing 12-ball with the purple cue. Unfavorable positioning didn't help, but Blaze was good for contact plays and took only one error in 23 shots. Diamond Gems veteran Salmo is next with the green cue in Rotation. Salmo was dynamite early on after making a pair on the break. He cooled off at the end but still took just 20 shots with no errors. Victoria Spurs captain Spice follows with the silver cue in 12-ball. Spice lacked command in this outing, ending up with three errors for scratches among her 23 shots. Pearl Surfers veteran Boots goes 9th today, bringing the blue cue aboard for 12-ball. Boots had a good start and wasted it with two errors and 24 shots after her late positioning didn't work out. Finishing the group, Golden Pilots veteran Strut also finishes his qualifying run in Accuracy with the blue cue. Strut had one error for a scratch on the break, then ended in 20 shots for the game. He totaled 170 shots and 12 errors during qualifying. 

Group three begins with Pearl Surfers co-captain Neopolitan shooting 12-ball with the green cue. Neopolitan took one error for an overfill, but she still cruised to 18 shots for the game. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Dani is next in 10-ball with the silver cue. Dani made quick work of the appearance with 2-10 combination at the top left to finish in 3 shots and no errors. Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard plays 13-ball with the blue cue next. Blizzard pulled off a strong appearance with 19 shots and only one error for missed contact. Whitewater Shores veteran Marsell steps in with the silver cue in 12-ball for today's 14th game. Marsell sized up a tough-looking ending and made it easy to close at 19 shots with no errors. Back in 13-ball, Atlantic Pirates sophomore Buddy ends the group with the red cue in hand. Buddy followed conventional logic and attacked the sides early, only for plenty more opportunities to arise there while blocking clear looks at the corners. He stumbled to 39 shots and four errors. 

Leading off group four, Whitewater Shores star Katharine plays 10-ball with the green cue. Katharine made a pair on the break and took no errors in 13 shots for the game. Eastside Sharks sophomore Lily goes 17th today, also playing 10-ball but with the blue cue. Lily made the 10 on the break, which was respotted and interfered frequently in her game. She took no errors but finished at 18 shots. Infinity Torpedoes captain Smudge follows up with 13-ball and the silver cue. Smudge lacked control, taking multiple scratches for four errors in 25 shots. Central Warriors newcomer Klaus is up next with the red cue for 12-ball. Klaus' great positioning was watered down by a pair of errors that pushed him to 17 shots for just a very good performance. Victoria Spurs star Yekaterina checks out with the blue cue in Accuracy. Yekaterina cleared the table in 19 shots with no errors, giving her totals of 170 shots and six errors overall. 

The 21st player drawn today is Archtown Arrows sophomore Greg, who plays 12-ball with the silver cue. Greg kept control very well in this appearance, closing in 17 shots with no errors. Whitewater Shores mainstay Twinkie III is up in Rotation with the green cue. Twinkie III was mostly solid, taking three unavoidable errors before turning up late to finish on 23 shots. Oceanside Waves captain Celestia follows that with the red cue in 13-ball. Celestia had no errors and a great break, leading to finishing at 20 shots. Midland Predators veteran Chicky Phil grabs the green cue for Rotation. Chicky Phil did pretty well from the start, and only one late error spoiled his effort at 23 shots. At today's halfway mark, Boston Swifts newcomer Tigerette shoots 12-ball with the silver cue. Tigerette thought she was clear in her game, but an overfill charged her a lone error and forced her up to 20 shots. 

The sixth set opens with Tysini Hummingbirds captain Leandra playing 13-ball with the silver cue. Leandra couldn't untangle the positioning puzzle quickly, instead taking one error and 28 shots to finish. Commerce Tradewinds star Rosemary uses the green cue for 9-ball in today's 27th game. Rosemary started well, but faded a bit at the end to finish on 14 shots with no errors. Terrace City Knights veteran Jennifer brings the silver cue back to the table for 12-ball. Jennifer didn't have great positioning at the end of her appearance, but she took only one error in 22 shots. Pacific Volcanoes captain Starlight keeps the silver cue active for Rotation. Starlight got creative in the right amount, although she still took two errors in 24 shots. Rounding out the batch, Westside Rockers veteran Goatee shoots 12-ball with the purple cue. Goatee navigated things well despite a slow start, taking one error in 19 shots. 

Set seven is underway as Pacific Volcanoes mainstay Ms. Kitty shoots 13-ball with the silver cue. Ms. Kitty made a mess of a good start, taking three errors and slipping to 25 shots. Tysini Hummingbirds star Sugar shoots Rotation with the silver cue next. Sugar suffered in this game, taking five errors, none with intent, in 27 shots as positioning and scratches conspired against her. More Rotation follows with the red cue as Victoria Spurs veteran Rosalina goes 33rd today. Scratching was out of control as Rosalina took four errors in 25 shots this time. Swordpoint Blades veteran Bandit shoots 12-ball with the red cue next. Bandit did alright, but he took a couple of bad errors that led him to finish at 21 shots. Wrapping up this group, Todavía Stills captain Easter keeps the red cue active for Rotation. Easter locked in and dominated with 20 shots and no errors in her game. 

The eighth group starts as Freedom Cascades veteran Andrew shoots 13-ball with the blue cue. Andrew couldn't get things to click right, adding four errors in his 29 shots. The 37th player of the day is Stonebridge Wolves captain Juno, who shoots 12-ball with the red cue. Juno held her own, but flubbed a few good-looking shots. She took two errors and ended on 22 shots for the game. Moving along, Swordpoint Blades newcomer Mams takes up the purple cue for 13-ball. Mams was alright in this appearance, although her late positioning took a little too long. She posted one error in 22 shots. More 13-ball is on the way for Queens Flames superstar Violetta, who uses the silver cue. Violetta went vintage in this performance, needing only 16 shots with no errors to finish. Closing the group, Archtown Arrows veteran Hoppy plays 13-ball with the blue cue. Hoppy had good positioning and did well to execute her shots, ending with 19 shots and no errors. 

Group nine gets going with Atlantic Pirates strongman Steven using the blue cue in 13-ball. Steven took one error in his appearance, but was otherwise solid with 22 shots. Lighton Prestige captain Acorn draws in for 15-ball with the silver cue. Acorn was pretty good at keeping it clean, taking only two errors in a reasonable 25 shots. Oceanside Waves sophomore Megan is next, using the purple cue in Rotation. Megan had a hard time, taking six errors in 29 shots as she struggled to get clear lines of sight on her plays. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Vladimir brings the green cue to the table for 13-ball in today's 44th game. Vladimir was efficient with only 20 shots and no errors in this appearance. Freedom Cascades captain Stinky ends the group with 12-ball and the blue cue. Stinky took one error for a scratch on the break but settled in to score 24 shots at the end. 

The final group commences with Viewpoint Sound Meteors newcomer Josie playing Rotation with the blue cue. Josie took only one error for a scratch, but she ended up with 30 shots as her precision was lacking. Southridge Defenders captain Bianca brings on the red cue for 10-ball. Bianca couldn't string any of her plays together into a run, settling for 20 shots and no errors. Golden Pilots captain Valencia will also try her hand at 10-ball with the red cue. Valencia did worse, also struggling to get clear looks as she took 22 shots and one error. Terrace City Knights star Melissa shoots 12-ball with the blue cue next. Melissa provided a stellar performance, needing only 15 shots with no errors to finish the appearance. Archtown Arrows captain Sally ends the day with the green cue in Rotation. Sally needed 30 shots and two errors to finish, committing to clean play despite the cost. 

Some players are done after today, with 15 days left to get through in qualifying.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 18

We'll cross the qualifying halfway point today. First up...

Pearl Surfers veteran Bright gets a look in 13-ball with the red cue. Bright held his own with one of each on the break and finished at 21 shots with one error. North Modernistic Nighthawks star Gal also plays 13-ball, but she uses the green cue. Stubbornly refusing to sink the 8 to get it out of the way at the top right, Gal instead took eight errors and 47 shots to finish the outing. Southern Monarchs captain Pounce keeps the green cue at the table for 13-ball. Pounce fared much better, hitting his early plays and getting to 22 shots with only one error. Zenith Skywatchers enforcer Nightfur goes 4th, also playing 13-ball but with the blue cue. Nightfur took a couple of errors in her game, but settled down at the end for 23 shots. The first half of qualifying ends with Lighton Prestige star Spirit shooting Rotation with the green cue. Spirit had some trouble initially with two errors, but she managed 26 shots to close out the game. 

Stonebridge Wolves rookie Lindsay is up for 10-ball with the red cue to start the second half of qualifying. Lindsay had one error for illegal contract early on, but finished with a double-pot with a cut on the 6 to the top side and sublime spin on the cue to sink the 10 on the deflection at the top left. She had 9 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks sophomore Marissa plays 12-ball with the silver cue. Marissa kept it clean with no errors in 21 shots for this appearance, a crisp turn for the young player. Diamond Gems sophomore Autumn also uses the silver cue for her 10-ball outing. Autumn surged early and took no errors in 14 shots for a good game. More 10-ball follows as Everton Eagles veteran Vincent shoots with the red cue. Vincent wasted no time in this outing, closing at 2 shots and no errors with a 2-10 combination to the bottom left. Eastside Sharks captain Taylor M. finishes the group with the red cue in 15-ball. Taylor M. bailed herself out with a double-pot of the 3 and 15 to the left corners shortly after her second error of the game. She finished on 11 shots. 

Group three begins with Pacific Volcanoes veteran Leonette using the red cue in 10-ball. Leonette didn't get much from the break, but her one error led to a late surge to end in 14 shots. Web City Spiders newcomer Wild Thing activates the purple cue for 13-ball next. Wild Thing did alright, but he had to take one error early to clear space later. He ended in 25 shots. The 13th player drawn today is Infinity Torpedoes veteran Fluffina, who shoots 9-ball with the red cue. The 1 gave Fluffina trouble, but she had productive misses early on. A 1-9 combination to the bottom left with the 1 double-potting to the bottom side put her at 5 shots and no errors. Whitewater Shores rookie Rachel follows that with the silver cue in 13-ball. Rachel played with no fear in this appearance, and it led to 22 shots and no errors. The silver cue remains active in 10-ball as Everton Eagles captain Goldy seals the group. Goldy started hot, then cooled tremendously before closing at 19 shots with one error. 

The fourth batch kicks off with Victoria Spurs veteran Strawberry using the blue cue in 10-ball. Strawberry had an early error for missed contact and finished her game in 16 shots after a failed deflection. Southern Monarchs sophomore Molly is up for 13-ball with the green cue. Molly had an awful time with three errors and 30 shots, flubbing on the final ball twice before it went down. More 13-ball follows as Pearl Surfers veteran Wings takes up the blue cue. Wings had a bad break but made the best of it, finishing in 22 shots with only one error. Central Warriors captain Twilight draws in for 12-ball with the red cue. Twilight was smart with her plays, ending in 21 shots and no errors. Pronger Tridents veteran Avril goes 20th today, using the silver cue in 13-ball. Early missed contact aside, Avril dominated this appearance, clearing the rack in only 21 shots after a safe finish. 

The fifth group leads off with Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Whiskers playing 10-ball with the purple cue. Whiskers was pretty good with two balls on the break, but got loose in the middle to end on 15 shots and one error. Queens Flames veteran Pauline keeps the purple cue in play for 13-ball. It took Pauline too long to solve her bad positioning at the bottom left, leading to 31 shots with only one error. Southern Monarchs newcomer Lorde follows with 10-ball and the silver cue. Lorde started great, then lost control on the 4. She slipped to 19 shots with no errors in the game. The 24th player called today is Zenith Skywatchers veteran Bells, who also uses the silver cue in 10-ball. Bells was bailed out by a 6-10 combination to the top left that let her finish in 12 shots with one error. Atlantic Pirates captain Delila ends the group with the green cue in 12-ball. Delila positioned herself well early on and surged to finish on 19 shots with no errors. 

Fronting the sixth set, Todavía Stills veteran Pedey uses the silver cue in 13-ball. Pedey couldn't avoid trouble in the middle of his game, taking three errors due to one suit blocking the other repeatedly. He ended the game with 29 shots. More 13-ball is on the way with Swordpoint Blades newcomer Stephanie playing with the green cue. Stephanie had three errors, the latter two for missed contact, as she finished with 24 shots in a challenging game. Tysini Hummingbirds rising star Sarah is 28th to shoot today, using the purple cue in 13-ball. Sarah was steady throughout but never remarkable in 24 shots with one error. Continuing along, Midland Predators veteran Americus uses the blue cue for 12-ball. Americus took a couple of errors but ended up with 19 shots in a solid performance. Archtown Arrows newcomer Cubby closes the group with the silver cue in hand for 13-ball. Difficulties in the event continued as Cubby took two errors and couldn't get clean looks late, pushing him up to 27 shots. 

The 31st game today is 15-ball with the silver cue for Queens Flames veteran Briana. A rough start saw her take three errors, but Briana made the 11-15 combination to the top right to close on 22 shots. The silver cue stays up as Everton Eagles newcomer Panda shoots 13-ball. Panda dealt with things well, taking just one error in 21 shots. Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream also plays 13-ball, using the green cue. Ice Cream suffered three errors throughout her game, but still closed at 22 shots as she finished when she needed to. Everton Eagles star Cleo goes next with the red cue in 12-ball. Nobody told Cleo it was supposed to be tough, as she cruised through the rack in 13 shots and no errors after an empty break. Rounding out the batch, Queens Flames captain Crystal shoots Rotation with the blue cue. Crystal put up only two errors in 23 shots, navigating the rack at a good pace. 

Group eight opens with Lighton Prestige star Citrus shooting 12-ball with the blue cue. Citrus had no errors in her appearance, moving smoothly around the table to post 21 shots. Today's 37th player is Harrison Specters sophomore Esmeralda, who shoots 10-ball with the green cue. Esmeralda was fine early on, but lost control on the 5. She took one error in 22 shots to finish the outing. More 10-ball is on the way as Pronger Tridents veteran Potter uses the purple cue. Potter cruised through the rack without trouble, taking no errors in his 14 shots. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt is up next with the green cue in 12-ball. Cobalt took one error for an illegally potted ball, then finished in 19 shots for a good outing. Wrapping up the set, Southridge Defenders strongman Wario also uses the green cue in 12-ball. Wario was fast on offense, taking one error and just 16 shots to clear the table. 

The ninth group starts as Capital City Sharpshooters veteran Sprinkles does 12-ball with the purple cue. Sprinkles had pretty good positioning, but cautious play drove her score up to 22 shots with no errors. Midland Predators rising star Kitty uses the silver cue for 13-ball. Kitty deserved better after a good start, but struggles in the middle led to one error and 24 shots. Pearl Surfers co-captain Watermelon is ready to go in 12-ball with the green cue. Watermelon had some trouble with positioning as there were many clusters around the table. She took just one error in her 24 shots. The 44th player drawn today is Todavía Stills star Ruby, who shoots Rotation with the purple cue. Ruby took two errors on a failed jump shot, but she redeemed herself with a good one later and cruised to finish at 23 shots. Oceanside Waves sophomore Rocky finishes the group as he plays 10-ball with the green cue. Rocky was too fancy early on and took one error before settling in to post 18 shots. 

The final group commences as Web City Spiders captain Jack uses the purple cue for 12-ball. Jack had lots of clever plays early on, but late positioning forced him up to 20 shots with no errors. Everton Eagles mainstay Puff III uses the red cue as she plays 10-ball. Puff III started too slow, screwing up early and taking two errors before a late surge pinned her at 19 shots. Terrace City Knights star Oreo goes 48th today with the silver cue in 13-ball. Regression finally caught Oreo as she illegally sank the 8 in this one, taking seven errors and 33 shots to escape. Maplewood Lumberjacks captain Diddley is next, using the purple cue for 10-ball. Diddley didn't have a good attitude in his turn, taking four errors and 20 shots to get through it. Pronger Tridents star Spot ends the day in 12-ball with the purple cue. Spot suffered two errors in his game, frustrating him with bad positioning that forced him up to 25 shots. 

With quality dropping late, it was a tough end to a relatively good day. We'll continue tomorrow.

Tournament XI Qualifiers - Day 17

We'll be near the middle of qualifying after today's games. Leading off...

Capital City Sharpshooters captain Chris plays 13-ball with the green cue. Everything was a little off in this appearance, which saw Chris require 41 shots with three errors. Freedom Cascades veteran Nikolai also uses the green cue in 10-ball. Nikolai did no better with 29 shots and five errors in his turn. Apex Wonders veteran Mr. Snowman will try the red cue in 13-ball. Mr. Snowman's struggles came from illegally potting the 8 early on, giving him eight errors in 31 shots. Royal Crowns veteran Jake is 4th to shoot today, using the silver cue in 12-ball. Jake had the first really normal game of the day, and even he took two errors en route to 21 shots. Ending the group, Viewpoint Sound Meteors newcomer Josie uses the silver cue in 13-ball. Josie managed to finish at 23 shots despite taking three errors, two of which occurred on her first two plays. 

In group two, Eastside Sharks sophomore Maison uses the silver cue for 9-ball. Maison was smart, using the 2 to deflect off the 4 and sink the 9 at the top left for 3 shots and no errors. Following that, Pearl Surfers veteran Boots uses the purple cue in 10-ball. Boots had an excellent turn, taking two errors for a missed contact scratch but also finishing in just 13 shots. Freedom Cascades newcomer Frosty is next, using the blue cue in 8-ball. Frosty took care of business with only 19 shots and no errors in the appearance. Going 9th today, Pronger Tridents veteran Prism uses the green cue in 10-ball. Prism finished with 6 shots on a 2-10 combination to the top right, but that came with two errors. Tysini Hummingbirds star Sugar ends the set with the red cue in 13-ball. Sugar avoided errors and had good positioning to end on 22 shots. 

Group three starts with Lighton Prestige sophomore Angelica playing 9-ball with the silver cue. Angelica was fast in her appearance, pulling off two double-pots, including the 3 and 9 to the left corners to end with 4 shots and no errors. Modernistic Union sophomore Maggie also plays 9-ball, but she'll use the blue cue. Maggie struggled with precision, taking one error in 16 shots. Pacific Volcanoes veteran Twinkie I goes 13th today with the green cue in 13-ball. Twinkie I had one error in her game for a scratch, but she finished in a crisp 18 shots. Todavía Stills newcomer Hughbert is up for 10-ball with the purple cue. Hughbert wasn't very good, taking one error in 20 shots to compete the effort. Back in 13-ball, Queens Flames veteran Mario seals the group with the blue cue in hand. Mario pulled off a remarkably rare feat, getting the 8 to drop in the bottom side on the break to finish at 0 shots and zero errors. 

The fourth batch opens as North Modernistic Nighthawks veteran Lionel uses the purple cue in 10-ball. Lionel took one error early on for missed contact, but rallied to finish on 16 shots. Boston Swifts newcomer Tigerette keeps the purple cue in action for more 10-ball. Tigerette needed 18 shots with three errors to finish after tagging a few illegally potted balls. Westside Rockers veteran Chimpy is next with the red cue in 12-ball. Chimpy took a couple of errors in a messy start, then corrected course to 20 shots at the end. Todavía Stills star Sierra picks up the green cue for 13-ball. Sierra struggled at the end of her appearance with bad positioning, taking two errors and 29 shots to close it. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic finishes the group with the silver cue in hand for 10-ball. Dominic didn't have the best start, but he finished well with 18 shots and one error. 

Going 21st today, Golden Pilots star Dusty shoots 13-ball with the blue cue. Dusty had a positional crisis in the middle of her game, then broke through it with just one error in 25 shots. Zenith Skywatchers sophomore Omari is next with the red cue in hand for 9-ball. Omari stunned at 4 shots and no errors, cutting the 3 to the top side with a deflection into the 5 that sent the 8 to the bottom left and the 9 to the top left. Golden Pilots veteran Max keeps the red cue active in 10-ball. Max held his ground well with a great start and solid finish at 14 shots with no errors. Web City Spiders veteran Nibbles gets his one switch of sticks in 10-ball, playing with the green cue. Nibbles took one error for an illegally potted ball and closed on 18 shots. At the halfway point today, the Royal Crowns' Brownie shoots 12-ball with the green cue. Brownie took an error on a botched play, but still finished with 20 shots in the game. 

The sixth set is led by Oceanside Waves sophomore Megan, who uses the purple cue in 13-ball. Megan made some noise early on with three balls on the break, but a cautious finish and one error put her at 24 shots. Harrison Specters newcomer Snuggle keeps the purple cue active in 12-ball. Snuggle wasted his positioning at one point, but recovered to end on 22 shots with only one error. Diamond Gems veteran Salmo is ready to go with the red cue in 13-ball. Salmo was a bit reckless during his turn, to the tune of four errors in 23 shots. Next up is the Westside Rockers mainstay Goatee, who shoots 10-ball with the purple cue. Goatee skidded early and ended up with two errors in 21 shots. The 30th game of the day belongs to Apex Wonders captain Midnight, who uses the red cue in 10-ball. Midnight took one error for missed contact in the middle but cruised to 16 shots in the end. 

Group seven begins with Modernistic Union newcomer Quincy using the red cue for 9-ball. Quincy was accurate early and savvy enough to play into a 5-9 combination at the top left for 6 shots and no errors. Freedom Cascades rookie Blake draws in for 10-ball with the blue cue. Blake had a strong outing with one error in 15 shots. Westside Rockers rookie Carly is 33rd to shoot today, using the silver cue in 12-ball. Carly made five balls on the break, and only one was illegal, which accounted for her lone error. It was a hard finish at the bottom side, leaving her with 23 shots in the end. Lighton Prestige captain Acorn will also use the silver cue as he attacks Rotation. Acorn had a lackluster start to the game with a couple of errors, but settled in for 27 shots at the end. Swordpoint Blades captain rounds out the group with the purple cue in 12-ball. Dreamy cruised through the appearance in 17 shots with no errors. 

The eighth group gets going as Freedom Cascades veteran Andrew plays 12-ball with the purple cue. Andrew had a pair potted on the break and no errors over 19 shots for a good game. The 37th player called today is Victoria Spurs star Yekaterina, who introduces 15-ball with the silver cue. Yekaterina did good to get three balls down on the break, but ran streaky after that in 29 shots with one error. Queens Flames star Violetta goes next with the blue cue in 12-ball. Violetta got frustrated by her four errors, leading to a reckless finish at 23 shots. Moving along, Tysini Hummingbirds star Charli plays 12-ball with the green cue. Charli needed to split the rack after the break, but it worked out to set her on the path to 17 shots and no errors. More 12-ball finishes the group as Oceanside Waves captain Celestia uses the silver cue. Celestia had some trouble with her late plays, but ended on 22 shots with no errors. 

Batch nine kicks off with Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy playing 13-ball with the purple cue. Shaggy kept it clean with no errors in 24 shots, a surprising score given how bad her positioning was. Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Jane is up for 13-ball with the silver cue in today's 42nd game. Jane couldn't get anything right, taking three errors and 30 shots to get through a brutal game. Swordpoint Blades veteran Stealth goes next, using the green cue for 9-ball. Stealth hunted the 9 the whole time, eventually finishing on 8 shots with a deflection off the 5 to the bottom left. He took one error. More 9-ball follows as Whitewater Shores star Katharine plays with the red cue. Katharine surged on offense with only 12 shots and no errors in her game. Wrapping up the group, Atlantic Pirates veteran Dusky keeps the red cue up in 13-ball. Dusky's pace was great early on, but the last ball gave her trouble to push her to 23 shots with one error. 

The final group commences with Commerce Tradewinds newcomer Luigi also using the red cue in 13-ball. Luigi had better fortunes with positioning to finish his outing in 19 shots and one error. Southridge Defenders newcomer Roxy will try 13-ball with the purple cue next. Roxy had electric pace early on, but her positioning at the end led to one error and 21 shots. Royal Crowns rookie Kacey goes 48th today, bringing the red cue back in 13-ball. Kacey wasn't bad, but her inability to sink the 8 quickly led to three errors in 25 shots. Golden Pilots veteran Strut steps in with the green cue for 15-ball. Strut was sharp all the way through, and especially at the end to get to 23 shots with only one error. Central Warriors veteran Graham ends the day in 12-ball with the purple cue. Graham posted 19 shots and one error in a crisp finish to the day. 

We're done for today, with the halfway mark officially occurring early tomorrow.