Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 14

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 13

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 12

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 11

It's been a tough couple of days in the league, and the increasing 10-ball share is likely to challenge players further. We begin today's 40-game slate with...

Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles shooting 10-ball with the green cue. Sparkles took 17 shots and one error in a fairly standard 10-ball performance. Maplewood Lumberjacks rookie Tenille T. is up for 10-ball with the silver cue. Tenille T. needed 22 shots with three errors to finish the outing, another in a long line of unnecessarily difficult ones in the event. Web City Spiders rookie Kinley goes third today, using the green cue in 9-ball. Kinley took two errors in 14 shots, dealing with some positional trouble early on. Everton Eagles veteran Vincent is ready to go in 8-ball with the green cue. Vincent nearly pulled off a miracle, but the 8 lingered on the edge of the bottom left to make his game more difficult. He handled it well with 21 shots and no errors. Victoria Spurs newcomer Max also shoots 8-ball with the green cue to round out this group. Max kept things wide open and ended in 16 shots with no errors. 

Group two gets going as Stonebridge Wolves veteran Dewey shoots 10-ball with the silver cue. Dewey took 15 shots and no errors in a solid performance. Royal Crowns star Sunshine keeps the silver cue action for 9-ball. Sunshine was sharp, and he used the 5 to sink the 6 at the top right and the 9 at the bottom right to finish on 6 shots and no errors. Whitewater Shores star Katharine activates the blue cue for 9-ball. Katharine got what she wanted, sinking the 2 and 9 to the top right on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. Going ninth today, Oceanside Waves veteran Rocky uses the green cue in 8-ball. Rocky had a couple of early errors, but he recovered to finish on 21 shots. Southern Monarchs captain Pounce finishes this batch with the blue cue in 9-ball. Pounce escaped some trouble to finish in 13 shots and no errors. 

The third group begins as Apex Wonders sophomore Blair shoots 8-ball with the green cue. Blair couldn't get solids to fall early, but his strong play on stripes led to a finish at 19 shots and no errors. Oceanside Waves veteran Daisy is ready to go in 9-ball with the blue cue in today's 12th game. Daisy couldn't get anything to go right in her 25 shots and two errors. Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain Hoot is up next with the purple cue in 10-ball. Hoot was another victim of bad positioning, though he salvaged 18 shots and one error. The Rookie Alliance's Claire is next, shooting 8-ball with the red cue. Claire was on quite a run before scratching and illegally sinking the 8 in the same shot. That gave her four errors and pushed her score to 22 shots. Midland Predators newcomer Stinky brings us to the lunch break with the red cue in 8-ball. Stinky took 17 shots and no errors in a crisp performance. 

After the break, Freedom Cascades newcomer Sprinkles also plays 8-ball with the red cue. Sprinkles put down the rack in 20 shots and one error. Southridge Defenders veteran Caitlin is next up for 10-ball with the purple cue. Caitlin couldn't get a clear look for most of her game, taking 23 shots and one error. Everton Eagles veteran Panda goes 18th today with the red cue in 9-ball. Panda faltered on a number of plays, ending at 15 shots and no errors. Oceanside Waves star Patches steps in for 9-ball with the purple cue. Patches took two errors and ran up to 21 shots with unfortunate movement. The seal is broken on 12-ball as Eastside Sharks newcomer Twinkie I wraps up this group in the event with the red cue. Nothing went down early, forcing Twinkie I to take 26 shots with one error. 

The fifth group starts with Tysini Hummingbirds star Sarah shooting 8-ball with the blue cue. Sarah took two errors and 22 shots to get through another frustrating game. Infinity Torpedoes veteran Fluffina draws in next for 10-ball with the red cue. Fluffina pushed through the mess early, taking three errors before landing at 18 shots. Todavía Stills veteran Hughbert is up to play 10-ball with the green cue. Hughbert settled things down a little with one error in 14 shots. Going 24th today, Pronger Tridents newcomer Omari plays 8-ball with the blue cue. Omari was good with 19 shots and no errors, taking what the table gave him with ease. Victoria Spurs veteran Strawberry also gets a look in 8-ball, using the green cue. Strawberry faded a little at the end but still closed at 21 shots and no errors. 

Set six opens with Modernistic Union mainstay Puff I shooting 9-ball with the green cue. Puff I avoided danger and closed on 11 shots with no errors. Royal Crowns mainstay Jake keeps the green cue active for 10-ball. Jake suffered three errors and needed 20 shots to finish off the rack. Lighton Prestige newcomer Gradley also uses the green cue in 10-ball for today's 28th game. Gradley kept a clean performance and ended on 17 shots despite some tough positioning. Freedom Cascades newcomer Shiny checks in to play 9-ball with the purple cue. Shiny butchered an early play for one error, but she bounced back with a deflection off the 5 to make the 9 at the top right for 9 shots. Rounding out the group, Diamond Gems veteran Salmo shoots 10-ball with the red cue. Salmo took a double-error early for illegal contact and an illegally potted ball, but he deflected off the 4 later to sink the 10 at the bottom right for 9 shots. 

The 31st player called today is Westside Rockers star Snowball, who plays 10-ball with the green cue. Snowball scratched on the break and took finished in 16 shots, fading late after a hot start. Infinity Torpedoes veteran Shelley keeps it on 10-ball, using the red cue. Shelley couldn't keep it clean, suffering four errors in 22 shots. Viewpoint Sound Meteors newcomer Wings is next up with the purple cue in 9-ball. Wings had a few looks at a quick finish, but it strung out to 16 shots with one error. Phoenix Firebirds newcomer Pauline plays 9-ball with the blue cue. Pauline tumbled to 14 shots and one error after starting fairly well. Diamond Gems veteran Leonardo also uses the blue cue in 9-ball to wrap up this group. Leonardo didn't mess around, taking 9 shots and no errors to complete this game. 

The final group kicks off with Pronger Tridents veteran Potter shooting 8-ball with the blue cue. Potter posted 19 shots and no errors in this appearance. Apex Wonders newcomer Klaus goes 37th today, using the blue cue for 12-ball. Klaus put in a solid showing with 23 shots and one error. Terrace City Knights newcomer Lexi keeps the blue cue active for 10-ball. Lexi went relentless on offense, sinking the rack in 11 shots with no errors in a rare good outing. Central Warriors star Noelle steps in for 8-ball with the green cue. Noelle took one error, but her offense was mostly sharp to finish in 18 shots. Commerce Tradewinds star Solaris ends the day with the green cue in 9-ball. Solaris tried to get crafty and took one error, but still finished on 11 shots. 

That's it for today's games. The league's players will conduct a vote before continuing tomorrow due to poor play, though the early consensus is that the season will continue.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 10

Another longer day is ready today. There's a possibility for 12-ball to start, though 9-ball will remain the focus in this one. We begin with...

Central Warriors newcomer Rudolph shooting 7-ball with the purple cue. Rudolph took one error on a late scratch and posted 10 shots in the game. North Modernistic Nighthawks newcomer Mr. Snowman goes second today, using the purple cue in 8-ball. Mr. Snowman took one late error for missed contact and finished with 20 shots, fading from a hot start. Pearl Surfers captain Watermelon will jump in for 8-ball with the green cue. Watermelon sent the cue ball off the table on the break, the first of five errors that included illegally sinking the 8 and a late scratch. She ended with 28 shots. Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Rosemary enters the action in 8-ball with the silver cue. Rosemary didn't have any luck early, needing 27 shots and two errors to finish the game. Archtown Arrows newcomer Sydney S. tries 8-ball with the green cue to end this group. Sydney S. took a scratch on the break and sank the 8 illegally for four errors in 22 shots. 

North Modernistic Nighthawks enforcer Cheddar leads off group two with the purple cue in 7-ball. Cheddar cashed in a deflection off the 3 to sink the 7 at the top side for 4 shots and no errors. Infinity Torpedoes star Blaze is ready to try 10-ball with the green cue. Blaze couldn't get any momentum, taking 20 shots and one error for a scratch on the break. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Bianca shoots eighth today, using the red cue in 9-ball. Bianca had terrible angles to play with, but she finished in 11 shots on a 6-9 bank combination to the bottom left, and she only took two errors. Tysini Hummingbirds captain Leandra shoots 9-ball with the purple cue next. Leandra read her positioning well, taking a 3-9 combination to the top side to end on 4 shots and no errors. Todavía Stills star Ruby ends the set with 8-ball and the green cue. Ruby took two errors on a missed contact scratch and ended the game on 26 shots. 

Group three kicks off with Archtown Arrows captain Sally shooting 9-ball with the blue cue. Sally showed no hesitation in her game, taking the 9 on the break to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Graycliff Aces veteran Jennifer follows that with the purple cue in 9-ball. Jennifer left the 9 near the top right but still needed 9 shots and no errors before she could put it down. Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Gizmo draws in for 9-ball with the red cue. Gizmo fired off a good break to get the 9 in the top left for 0 shots and zero errors. Phoenix Firebirds captain Neopolitan is ready to shoot 10-ball with the silver cue. Neopolitan couldn't get a clear look on anything, taking two errors in 22 shots. Queens Flames superstar Violetta goes 15th today with the purple cue in hand for 9-ball. Violetta took two errors early, then surged to finish on 12 shots. 

The fourth batch starts with Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Marissa shooting 9-ball with the red cue. Marissa was clinical, taking two balls on the break and just 8 shots with no errors to clear the table. Golden Pilots veteran Strut is up for 7-ball with the purple cue. Strut's tight break was a rapid-fire shot that popped the 7 to the top left for 0 shots and zero errors. Pacific Volcanoes star Smokey jumps in with 10-ball and the purple cue. Smokey surged with 9 shots and no errors in an excellent performance. Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy follows that with 9-ball and the blue cue. Shaggy took just 4 shots and no errors to finish on a 4-9 combination at the top right. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Bandit closes the set with the silver cue in 9-ball. Bandit struggled to string his plays together, ending with 15 shots and no errors. 

Group five opens as Lighton Prestige veteran Angelica plays 9-ball with the green cue. Angelica rattled too many shots out, taking one error and 17 shots to finish. Archtown Arrows veteran Cubby checks in with the purple cue in 9-ball. Cubby blasted the 9 to the bottom right on the break for 0 shots and zero errors, as a clear divide emerges between the cues. Going 23rd today, Terrace City Knights sophomore Anna shoots 9-ball with the red cue. Anna finished with 2 shots and no errors, a deflection off the 1 helping her make the 2 to the bottom side and the 9 to the bottom right. After that, Harrison Specters veteran Puff II also uses the red cue in 9-ball. Puff II took advantage of the breaking meta, taking the 9 to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Pearl Surfers newcomer Shawn ends the group in 9-ball with the purple cue. Shawn also took 0 shots and zero errors by putting the 9 in the top right off the break. 

The sixth set gets going when Lighton Prestige star Citrus shoots 9-ball with the green cue. Citrus couldn't get much movement from the break and ended up with 15 shots and one error. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Waluigi is up next with the blue cue in 10-ball. Waluigi posted 14 shots and no errors in a level and smooth turn. His brother, Southridge Defenders strongman Wario, plays 8-ball with the red cue next. Wario took one error at the end because he wasn't able to finish well, closing with 24 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Summer is the 29th player today, using the blue cue in 8-ball. Summer had some good play early, but a double-error and a slow finish pushed her to 25 shots. Wrapping up the group, Eastside Sharks veteran Maison uses the red cue for 10-ball. Maison did great early, then never recovered from chasing the 5, taking 23 shots and two errors. 

Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Josie is ready to shoot 7-ball with the blue cue to spark the seventh group. Josie was solid with 10 shots and one error in her season debut. Zenith Skywatchers veteran Bells is set to play 9-ball with the blue cue. Bells had a good break, but it was a spinning 4-9 kick combination to the top right that sealed her game at 5 shots with no errors. Westside Rockers sophomore Carly J. is up for 8-ball with the red cue in today's 33rd game. Carly J. had a good break and kept it going to finish on 17 shots with no errors. Southridge Defenders newcomer Avril is up next in 8-ball with the silver cue. Avril stayed composed in the tough moments, closing on 18 shots and no errors. Rounding out the batch, Midland Predators veteran Americus shoots 8-ball with the green cue. Americus got lucky on a close refereeing decision on the 8, and she finished the game at 20 shots with no errors. 

Group eight is fronted by Pearl Surfers veteran Bright shooting 9-ball with the silver cue. Bright didn't have much going until a fortunate collection of the 9 at the bottom left to end on 10 shots and no errors. Graycliff Aces captain Starlight goes 37th today, using the purple cue in 8-ball. Starlight notched 22 shots and no errors, wasting a good start with poor finishing. Midland Predators newcomer Stephanie goes next with the red cue in 9-ball. Stephanie couldn't find the sweet spot and fell to 15 shots with two errors. Modernistic Union captain Ms. Puppy is set to play 8-ball with the green cue. Ms. Puppy took three errors and still managed to finish in 21 shots. Apex Wonders sophomore Maren finishes the group in 8-ball with the blue cue. Maren took one error on a scratch, but she closed it off at 20 shots. 

The ninth group sees Stonebridge Wolves veteran Jane playing 10-ball with the blue cue. Jane was sharp from the start to finish with 13 shots and no errors. Enterprise Independents rookie Scotty will draw in with the purple cue for 8-ball. Scotty picked up 22 shots and no errors in a solid outing. Terrace City Knights captain Kiwi is next, playing 9-ball with the green cue. Kiwi needed 13 shots and no errors to complete this outing. Pacific Volcanoes veteran Leonette is the 44th player of the day, shooting 8-ball with the silver cue. Leonette needed 23 shots and one error to complete this appearance. Modernistic Union veteran Quincy ends the set in 8-ball with the purple cue. Quincy left too many shots hanging, leaving him with 27 shots and one error in the game. 

The final group is underway as Swordpoint Blades newcomer Megan plays 9-ball with the purple cue. Megan didn't mess around, taking 11 shots with one error for a scratch on the break. Graycliff Aces veteran Paps also shoots 9-ball with the purple cue. Paps had no errors in 11 shots, though he missed a couple of looks for an early finish. Commerce Tradewinds rookie Carly P. goes 48th today, shooting 8-ball with the green cue. Carly P. took one error on a scratch, but she buckled down for 20 shots at the end. Golden Pilots captain Valencia takes a turn in 10-ball with the purple cue. Valencia had an unfortunate outing. She took three errors, two for scratches and one for illegally sinking the 10, and she also had her finger run over by a ball before ending at 19 shots. Victoria Spurs veteran Rosalina ends the day with the purple cue in 9-ball. Rosalina was aggressive and still finished in 9 shots with no errors thanks to a deflection off the 5 to get the 9 in the top right. 

Outside of a good stretch in the middle, it was another challenging day as frustration grows within the league. Qualifiers will continue tomorrow despite the unrest.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 9

We'll push to play 50 games today. First up...

Infinity Torpedoes veteran Shelley plays 9-ball with the red cue. Shelley wasted no time, nearly getting the 9 at the bottom right on the break. She banked a 1-9 combination to end with 1 shot and no errors. Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream is next up, using the blue cue in 9-ball. Ice Cream buried a 2-9 combination to the top side to end on 4 shots and no errors. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Whiskers keeps it on 9-ball and plays with the purple cue. Whiskers took one error on a late scratch, but it worked out as she finished with 10 shots. Harrison Specters veteran Snuggle is up for 8-ball with the silver cue. Snuggle was sharp despite a bad break, ending in 18 shots with no errors. Freedom Cascades newcomer Shiny goes fifth today, using the purple cue in 8-ball. Shiny buried the rack in just 15 shots and no errors in an excellent showing. 

The second group kicks off with Web City Spiders captain Jack making his season debut in 7-ball with the red cue. Jack's break was perfect, sending the 7 cleanly to the top side for 0 shots and zero errors. Royal Crowns veteran Jake is up next, also using the red cue in 9-ball. Jake took one error for a scratch on the break, and he had to play out the rack as the 9 went down on that shot. He ended with 11 shots. Central Warriors captain Twilight shoots eighth today, using the blue cue for 8-ball. Twilight had some tough angles to play, taking 21 shots and no errors. Pearl Surfers newcomer Dusky activates in 7-ball with the green cue. Dusky left the 7 near the bottom right on the break, then made it on a 2-7 combination to end on 9 shots with no errors. Terrace City Knights newcomer Lexi ends the group with 9-ball and the silver cue. Lexi had some struggles to close out her game, taking 14 shots and one error. 

Group three leads off with Stonebridge Wolves veteran Dewey shooting 9-ball with the green cue. Dewey took 9 shots and one error, finishing with a double-pot of the 5 to the top left and the 9 to the bottom right. Victoria Spurs star Yekaterina keeps the green cue up for 10-ball. Yekaterina was sharp early and closed at 15 shots with no errors. Tysini Hummingbirds veteran Slinks is ready to go in 9-ball with the silver cue. Slinks took two errors and 16 shots to finish the appearance. Oceanside Waves captain Celestia shoots 14th today, using the blue cue in 9-ball. Celestia took a couple of errors, though both were productive in helping her finish on 11 shots. Diamond Gems veteran Salmo closes the group in 9-ball with the purple cue. Everything fell apart for Salmo early, giving him one error and 17 shots to complete the outing. 

Harrison Specters sophomore Bucco starts group four with the red cue in 7-ball. Bucco tried to set up the quick finish, but ended up clearing the table in 8 shots with no errors anyway. Central Warriors newcomer Isabella goes 17th today, using the purple cue in 10-ball. Clean angles weren't there for Isabella, who needed 21 shots with four errors to finish. Phoenix Firebirds sophomore Gabby is up next with the red cue in 9-ball. Gabby started well, then took an error and fell to 14 shots. Pacific Volcanoes captain Ms. Kitty also shoots 9-ball with the red cue. Ms. Kitty did even worse with two errors in 20 shots. Harrison Specters captain Twinkie II closes the group with the blue cue in 7-ball. Twinkie II took three errors and 16 shots to complete the outing as the league has fallen apart quickly. 

The fifth group opens as Terrace City Knights veteran Melissa plays 8-ball with the green cue. Melissa needed 19 shots with no errors to clear the table, though she enjoyed a lot of luck. Commerce Tradewinds veteran Luigi also uses the green cue for 8-ball. Luigi took one error in the middle and faded to 27 shots as solids gave him problems late. Phoenix Firebirds rookie Emma is set to debut in 7-ball with the red cue. Emma couldn't get any positioning without fouls, taking three errors in 17 shots. Oceanside Waves newcomer Chicky Phil is up in 9-ball with the blue cue in today's 24th game. Chicky Phil looked to turn things around and made a 3-9 combination to the top right for 6 shots and no errors. Lighton Prestige star Spirit is at the back of the group, shooting 7-ball with the green cue. Spirit ripped it off the break, taking the 7 to the top left for 0 shots and zero errors. 

Set six begins with Boston Swifts veteran Tigerette playing 8-ball with the red cue. Tigerette was aggressive to finish with 22 shots and two errors. Queens Flames newcomer Cleo steps in for 9-ball with the purple cue. Cleo took one error for illegal contact, but a 6-9 combination to the bottom right helped her end on 12 shots. The Rookie Alliance's Claire is set to debut in 7-ball with the green cue. Claire was calm and composed, clearing the rack in 8 shots with no errors. Todavía Stills newcomer Juno goes 29th today, playing 9-ball with the red cue. Juno took one error for illegal contact, and she needed 15 shots to finish it. Commerce Tradewinds captain Taylor S. ends the group with the green cue in 9-ball. Taylor S. had a nightmarish game, needing 18 shots with one error. 

The seventh batch is underway as Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles plays 9-ball with the silver cue. Sparkles rocketed the break to send the 9 to the top right for 0 shots and zero errors. Southridge Defenders newcomer Sydney C. plays 10-ball with the red cue in today's 32nd game. A bad break forced Sydney C. into three errors, but she deflected a shot off the 6 to sink the 10 at the top right for 14 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters mainstay Missy shoots 9-ball with the green cue next. Missy tried the same spot as Sparkles on her break, and got the same result of 0 shots and zero errors. Apex Wonders veteran Cowzart plays 9-ball with the purple cue. Cowzart didn't enjoy that success, instead taking two errors in 15 shots to finish. More 9-ball sees Modernistic Union newcomer Stripes shooting with the red cue. Stripes made a 4-9 combination to the bottom right to end on 5 shots and no errors after a strong run of play. 

Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Sierra heads group eight in 10-ball with the green cue. Sierra took three errors as positioning did her no favors in her 18 shots. Royal Crowns captain Kayla shoots 37th today, playing 8-ball with the blue cue. Kayla couldn't get much pace in her game, but she finished with a solid 21 shots and no errors. Phoenix Firebirds veteran Twinkie III is next up, using the red cue in 9-ball. Twinkie III fired off 8 shots with no errors, finishing with a 4-9 combination to the top right. Westside Rockers captain Misty keeps the red cue up for another 9-ball game. Misty took one error and 18 shots in the appearance after adjusting from the current breaking meta in the event. Pronger Tridents veteran Potter rounds out the group with the red cue in 7-ball. Potter needed 9 shots with no errors to complete his season debut. 

The ninth group sees Lighton Prestige newcomer Gradley shooting 9-ball with the silver cue. Gradley ended with 1 shot and no errors after his 1-2 combination came back to collect the 9 at the bottom side. Westside Rockers veteran Chimpy keeps the silver cue active for 8-ball. Chimpy couldn't get the right angles to keep his momentum up, crashing to 24 shots with one error. Viewpoint Sound Meteors star Princess will try her hand in 8-ball with the silver cue. Princess took a couple of errors and settled on 22 shots to finish the game. Capital City Sharpshooters newcomer Nikolai checks in for the green cue's last 7-ball game in qualifying. Nikolai turned a near-disaster into success, banking the 1-7 combination to the top side for 2 shots and no errors in his Sharpshooters debut. Todavía Stills veteran Hughbert completes the group in 9-ball with the purple cue. Hughbert took 13 shots with no errors, keeping a good pace throughout. 

The final group gets going with Zenith Skywatchers strongman Lionel playing 9-ball with the red cue. Lionel scratched on the break for his lone error, then made the 2-9 combination to the top right to end on 3 shots. Capital City Sharpshooters sophomore Ellie draws in for 8-ball with the purple cue next. Ellie's attack worked perfectly early, and she finished with 16 shots and no errors. Diamond Gems star Debby is ready to go in 8-ball with the blue cue. Debby buried the rack in 16 shots, getting a little good luck at the end to hasten the finish. The 49th game of the day is Apex Wonders newcomer Klaus playing 10-ball with the silver cue. Klaus was a good shooter here, but two errors bumped his score up to 13 shots. Whitewater Shores rookie Ivy ends the day with her career debut in 7-ball with the purple cue. Ivy had a nice shot to get the 7, but she scratched for one error in 12 shots after having to finish the rack. 

We've had better days in these qualifiers, and the league did see some vocal dissent from today's action. Nonetheless, we'll play on tomorrow.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 8

We're back to begin the second week of qualifying. Leading off...

Tysini Hummingbirds star Sarah shoots 7-ball with the red cue. Sarah made a ball on the break and then finished on 2 shots with a 3-7 combination to the bottom right. She took no errors. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic keeps the red cue active for 9-ball. Dominic played it safe at the end to finish on 12 shots and no errors. Modernistic Union mainstay Puff I plays 8-ball with the purple cue next. Puff I was sharp in this one, popping off early and closing on 18 shots with no errors. Queens Flames veteran Mario goes fourth today, using the red cue for 8-ball. Mario posted 19 shots and no errors in another strong showing. Rounding out the first group, Enterprise Independents rookie Alina plays 8-ball with the purple cue. Alina took just 17 shots and no errors, navigating a tough break excellently. 

Group two kicks off with the Archtown Arrows' Greg playing 8-ball with the silver cue. Greg had a rough break, but he was able to handle it with 21 shots and no errors. Graycliff Aces veteran Jennifer also uses the silver cue in 8-ball. Jennifer took no errors in 21 shots, navigating some rough aim in the middle well. Freedom Cascades newcomer Kitty goes eighth today, using the red cue in 9-ball. Kitty rushed through the rack in 10 shots with one error for a scratch. Diamond Gems strongman Leonardo brings the blue cue aboard for 8-ball. Leonardo had some shaky plays early, then settled for for 21 shots and no errors. Graycliff Aces veteran Paps closes the set with the red cue in 8-ball. Paps took 21 shots and no errors in his game, a solid showing despite another tough distribution of shots. 

The third group starts with Pronger Tridents veteran Prism using the blue cue for 8-ball. Prism had one error in 20 shots for a solid performance. Viewpoint Sound Meteors captain Hoot draws in for 9-ball with the green cue. Hoot had a good break and better play after that, taking 9 shots and no errors. Maplewood Lumberjacks rookie Tenille T. also plays 9-ball with the green cue in today's 13th game. Tenille T. put in another good appearance with 12 shots and no errors. Capital City Sharpshooters sophomore Kelsea is ready to go in 9-ball with the red cue. Kelsea took one error in 14 shots in a decent showing. Royal Crowns newcomer Dani ends the group in 9-ball with the silver cue. Dani was sharp on offense, closing at 12 shots and no errors. 

Tysini Hummingbirds captain Leandra opens group four in 8-ball with the blue cue. Leandra didn't string much together, taking two errors and 26 shots in this game. Central Warriors star Dustin also plays 8-ball, using the silver cue. Dustin had a good start, then lost it all late with 29 shots and four errors, including three for sinking the 8 with a scratch. Freedom Cascades veteran Frosty is up for 9-ball with the green cue. Frosty completed the game in 11 shots with no errors. Web City Spiders veteran Nibbles takes a turn in 8-ball with the purple cue. Nibbles pummeled the rack down in 19 shots and no errors, and that was with a late fade. Going 20th today, Southern Monarchs veteran Lorde plays 7-ball with the blue cue. Lorde made the 6 and the 7 on the break for 0 shots and zero errors in her season debut. 

The fifth group gets going as Infinity Torpedoes captain Smudge shoots 7-ball with the silver cue. Smudge took one error early on, but still finished on 8 shots. The Rookie Alliance's Tenille A. is up for 8-ball with the green cue. Tenille A. took three errors, struggling with control in her 26 shots. Web City Spiders rookie Kinley is up for 8-ball with the red cue. Kinley kept control well and finished on 18 shots with no errors. The 24th game today is for Lighton Prestige veteran Angelica to play 8-ball with the silver cue. Angelica took three errors in a loose outing, finishing on 23 shots. Her sister, Eastside Sharks veteran Lily, also shoots 8-ball but with the purple cue to close out this batch. Lily did just enough to end on 21 shots despite one error for a scratch in the middle. 

Group six is headed by Oceanside Waves veteran Daisy, who shoots 8-ball with the green cue. Daisy needed 21 shots with no errors to finish the rack. Pearl Surfers newcomer Shawn is up for 8-ball with the blue cue. Shawn had a good start, then took one error and slipped to 22 shots. Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Rosemary is ready for her team debut in 7-ball with the purple cue. Rosemary needed 11 shots to clear the table in a solid showing. Phoenix Firebirds captain Neopolitan draws in 29th today for 9-ball with the green cue. Neopolitan was lucky to take no errors, and a kicked 6-9 combination to the bottom right ended her game in 10 shots. Infinity Torpedoes star Blaze ends the set with 9-ball and the red cue. Blaze buried a 2-9 combination to the top right to end on 2 shots and no errors in a quick appearance. 

The seventh set begins as Midland Predators newcomer Sleepy B. shoots 8-ball with the red cue. Sleepy B. buried the rack in 20 shots with no errors, overcoming a slow start. Eastside Sharks newcomer Twinkie I is the first player to dip into 10-ball, shooting with the silver cue. Twinkie I had one error for a missed contact, but she finished on a 5-10 combination to the bottom left to end at 11 shots. Queens Flames superstar Violetta keeps the silver cue up for 8-ball in today's 33rd game. Violetta buried 19 shots with no errors in a fairly strong performance. Next up, Pearl Surfers veteran Bright shoots 8-ball with the blue cue. Bright had a special game going, then got jittery late to end with a strong 18 shots and no errors. At the back of the group, Pronger Tridents captain Precious plays 9-ball with the silver cue. Precious took an error on the break for a scratch, then cruised to 9 shots for the game. 

The final group is fronted by Oceanside Waves veteran Rocky, who shoots 7-ball with the red cue. Rocky had a good break and buried the 1-7 combination as a double-pot to the bottom left for 2 shots and no errors. Today's 37th game is 8-ball with the red cue for Atlantic Pirates newcomer Bianca. She started well, but some misses led Bianca to taking 23 shots with no errors. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Buddy is ready to shoot 8-ball with the green cue. Buddy had a great start, then wiped that out with four errors to end at 24 shots. Todavía Stills veteran Pedey is ready to go in 10-ball with the red cue. Pedey took a couple of errors and ended up with 19 shots. Infinity Torpedoes star Fluffina ends the day in 9-ball with the blue cue. Fluffina took one error in 14 shots for a rather pedestrian finish. 

We'll be back tomorrow for 40-50 games, depending on the flow of play.