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.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 7

We'll play 40 or 50 games in today's qualifying session, which has a small chance of starting 10-ball and the introduction of more 9-ball. First up...

Freedom Cascades newcomer Sprinkles plays 7-ball with the green cue. Sprinkles was good in her team debut, taking 8 shots and no errors. Golden Pilots newcomer Toki is up next, playing 7-ball with the purple cue. Toki had a good performance getting a clutch double-pot late to end on 7 shots with no errors. Everton Eagles veteran Panda goes third today, using the blue cue for 8-ball. Panda pulled off some lucky shots and finished the rack in 19 shots. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Whiskers tries her hand in 8-ball with the green cue. Whiskers had some trouble with finishing her game, ending at 22 shots and no errors. Southridge Defenders newcomer Sydney C. shoots 9-ball with the blue cue to close the group. Sydney C. took one error for missed contact, but finished with an 8-9 combination to the bottom right for 13 shots. 

The second group opens with Pacific Volcanoes captain Ms. Kitty shooting 8-ball with the blue cue. Ms. Kitty mastered the bank shot in her outing, taking one error in 22 shots. Royal Crowns star Sunshine plays 8-ball with the purple cue. Sunshine missed too many plays early, taking 27 shots and no errors in the outing. Whitewater Shores captain Shaggy is set to play 8-ball with the silver cue. Shaggy notched 22 shots and no errors, showing decent command. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Bandit goes ninth today, activating the red cue in 8-ball. Bandit unleashed 17 shots and no errors in a crisp showing. Golden Pilots star Dusty ends the set with the blue cue in 9-ball. Dusty couldn't get the play she wanted, taking 14 shots and no errors to end it. 

After the break, Apex Wonders newcomer Klaus plays 9-ball with the silver cue. Klaus hounds the 9 after a good break, but needs 8 shots with no errors before kicking in a 1-9 combination to the top right. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Marissa is in for 8-ball with the silver cue. Marissa was sharp early, then rattled too many out for 25 shots and no errors in the end. Commerce Tradewinds rookie Carly P. is set to play 7-ball with the green cue in her career debut. Carly P. ended up at 12 shots with no errors, unable to pull off a couple of tough plays. Eastside Sharks captain Taylor M. goes 14th today, playing 9-ball with the red cue. Taylor M. gave it everything she had to avoid errors, and a double-pot of the 6 to the top side and 9 to the top right ended her game at 15 shots. Pronger Tridents star Spot rounds out the group in 7-ball with the silver cue. Spot took a far-out angle and got the 7 to go down at the top side on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. 

The fourth group starts with Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Sierra playing 9-ball with the green cue. Sierra made a 5-9 combination to the bottom right after a tough stretch, ending on 9 shots with no errors. Royal Crowns captain Kayla is next up, using the silver cue in 7-ball. Kayla found a groove to end on 10 shots with no errors. Zenith Skywatchers strongman Lionel keeps the silver cue active for 8-ball. Lionel had good plays, but his long-range shooting was poor. He ended on 27 shots and no errors. More 8-ball is next, with Southridge Defenders veteran Roxy using the green cue. Roxy showed strong command and strategy, clearing the table in 20 shots with no errors. Terrace City Knights captain Kiwi is 20th to shoot today, playing 8-ball with the blue cue. Kiwi did fine until an illegal contact error in the middle of her game. She ended up at 24 shots with the lone error. 

Group five kicks off with Victoria Spurs veteran Rosalina using the green cue in 8-ball. Rosalina had a couple of lucky bounces, but she converted well in 18 shots with no errors. Todavía Stills newcomer Juno draws in 22nd today to play 8-ball with the red cue. Juno took one error for a scratch but still finished in 18 shots. Everton Eagles star Puff III is up next with the silver cue in 9-ball. Puff III made a double-pot of the 5 to the bottom right and the 9 to the top left for 7 shots and no errors. Boston Swifts newcomer Dreamy also uses the silver cue in 9-ball. Dreamy did even better, sinking the 2 and 9 to the top right on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. Another 9-ball game wraps up the group, with the Westside Rockers mainstay Goatee playing with the green cue. Goatee couldn't settle her positioning late, taking one error and 18 shots to finish. 

The sixth set leads off with Eastside Sharks rising star Maison using the green cue for 9-ball. Maison pushed hard early, then eased up to end at 15 shots and no errors. Another 9-ball game has the Freedom Cascades' Andrew up with the silver cue. Bad positioning forced Andrew into three errors among his 18 shots. Stonebridge Wolves veteran Jane also gets a look in 9-ball with the silver cue. Jane took two errors in 15 shots, though her hot start should have earned her a far better result. Swordpoint Blades rookie Anton draws in for 9-ball with the red cue. Anton was able to work through mid-game troubles, ending on 14 shots with one error. At the back of the group, Midland Predators captain Rainmane plays 8-ball with the green cue. Rainmane couldn't get any control at the end of her game, taking two errors and 30 shots to finish. 

Going 31st today, Phoenix Firebirds veteran Pauline uses the purple cue in 8-ball. Pauline cleared the table in 20 shots and no errors in a crisp showing. Commerce Tradewinds sophomore Blake brings up the red cue for 9-ball. Blake kept things loose early, taking two errors, then struggling to end on 15 shots. Viewpoint Sound Meteors veteran Cobalt is next, using the silver cue in 8-ball. Cobalt attacked well and finished with just 15 shots and no errors. Terrace City Knights newcomer Lexi is up for 8-ball with the green cue. Lexi had a great start, but again joined the growing ranks of players who had to slow down late. She had one error in 23 shots. Rounding out the batch, Lighton Prestige captain Acorn plays 8-ball with the red cue. Acorn overcame an early error to end on 20 shots, though he wasted time with a late rattler. 

The eighth group begins as Boston Swifts veteran Ice Cream plays 8-ball with the green cue. Ice Cream suffered a foot injury late in the qualifier, but gutted it out for 21 shots and no errors. Infinity Torpedoes veteran Fuchsia goes 37th today, using the blue cue in 7-ball. Fuchsia got tricky, missing a 1-7 combination on her first try but sinking both on a double-pot for 2 shots and no errors. Whitewater Shores star Katharine is next, using the blue cue in 8-ball. Katharine was thrown off by a bad shot at a critical time, slipping to 22 shots with no errors. Atlantic Pirates captain Delila is next up in 8-ball, playing with the purple cue. Delila scratched on the break, but made up for it with pace to end at 20 shots. The group ends with Eastside Sharks newcomer Gal shooting 7-ball with the purple cue. Gal was a little chaotic, but she got the game done in 9 shots with no errors. 

Group nine gets going with Web City Spiders veteran Kodiak shooting 9-ball with the silver cue. Kodiak sank three balls on the break, and he played strong but cautious to end in 9 shots with no errors. Ingrid is set for her Royal Crowns debut with the red cue in 7-ball. Ingrid didn't get the right combinations to hit, but she ended on 10 shots with the 4-7 falling to the top left. She took no errors. Victoria Spurs star Yekaterina steps in for 9-ball with the silver cue next. Yekaterina took an early error, but bounced back to double-pot the 7 to the top right and the 9 to the bottom side for 12 shots. Tysini Hummingbirds veteran Slinks is the 44th player of the day, playing 8-ball with the silver cue. Slinks had one error on a scratch, but she held on for 22 shots. Closing the batch, Queens Flames newcomer Cleo shoots 8-ball with the purple cue. Cleo took three errors for sinking the 8 early, and still managed to finish on 22 shots. 

The final group is headed by Stonebridge Wolves sophomore Lindsay, who shoots 8-ball with the red cue. Lindsay took a pair of errors before finishing on a solid 21 shots. Atlantic Pirates newcomer Waluigi takes a turn in 9-ball with the purple cue. Waluigi bungled an early chance to surge, ending up with one error in 13 shots. The 48th game of the day belongs to the Southridge Defenders' Caitlin, who also uses the purple cue in 9-ball. Caitlin took one error early, but channeled the frustration into 14 shots. Rookie Alliance member Alanna debuts in 7-ball with the red cue. Alanna made the 7 to the bottom side on the break for 0 shots and zero errors. Stinky ends the day with his Midland Predators debut, using the blue cue in 7-ball. Stinky cruised through the finish for 7 shots and no errors. 

That's all for the first week of qualifying, which has improved as its gone along. There will be 40 games tomorrow.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 6

We're back for another 40-game day. There's more likely to be 9-ball today, though 8-ball remains the dominant style for now. First up...

Infinity Torpedoes star Fluffina shoots 8-ball with the green cue. Fluffina rattled off 18 shots and no errors in a good opening game. The Rookie Alliance's Tenille A. is next up, making her career debut in 7-ball with the blue cue. Tenille A. held on for 9 shots and no errors after making a pair on the break. Phoenix Firebirds star Twinkie III goes third today, playing 8-ball with the purple cue. Twinkie III took one error for illegal contact, but she still stormed away with 16 shots. Todavía Stills veteran Pedey activates the silver cue for 9-ball. Pedey made the 9 on the break but also scratched for his lone error. He still finished quickly with nine shots. Pacific Volcanoes star Smokey will also get a look in 9-ball with the purple cue. Smokey needed 15 shots and no errors to clear the table, barely maintaining control in the game.

The second group is underway with Capital City Sharpshooters mainstay Missy playing 8-ball with the purple cue. Missy played steady and finished in 22 shots with no errors. Queens Flames captain Crystal also takes a turn in 8-ball, using the green cue. Crystal was pretty sharp on offense, though she took one error that bumped her up to 21 shots. Golden Pilots veteran Sparkles is up for 8-ball with the silver cue. Sparkles made one of each suit on the break and finished with 18 shots and no errors. Royal Crowns stalwart Jake is ready to go in 8-ball with the red cue in today's ninth game. Jake had a lackluster break but still finished in 21 shots with no errors. Westside Rockers star Snowball closes the group with the silver cue in 9-ball. Snowball had to sacrifice on a couple of plays, ending up at 14 shots with no errors. 

Group three starts with Midland Predators newcomer Stephanie playing 8-ball with the blue cue. Stephanie battled through some tough spots, finishing on 18 shots and no errors. Swordpoint Blades veteran Mams uses the red cue in 7-ball for her season debut. Mams didn't do so well, taking two errors in 12 shots in a rough start. Eastside Sharks newcomer Twinkie I draws in for 9-ball with the silver cue. Twinkie I had a major mistake with a stick foul early, and she needed 17 shots with two errors to finish it. Commerce Tradewinds captain Taylor S. draws in for 8-ball with the purple cue. Taylor S. made a mess midway through, taking two errors and stumbling to 28 shots. Westside Rockers sophomore Carly J. goes 15th today, using the green cue in 7-ball. Carly J. held her own despite an early error, ending with only 9 shots. 

The fourth batch opens with Apex Wonders sophomore Maren shooting 7-ball with the silver cue. Maren made two on the break and finished in 5 shots with no errors. Central Warriors newcomer Isabella goes 17th today, using the green cue in 9-ball. Isabella played smart, using positioning to her advantage to end on 11 shots with a 7-9 combination to the top right. She took no errors. Omari is set for his Pronger Tridents debut with the silver cue in 7-ball. Omari made the best of a tough game, taking 10 shots and no errors. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Summer also uses the silver cue for 7-ball. Summer also needed 10 shots to finish, though she had one late error. Harrison Specters veteran Snuggle takes a turn in 7-ball with the blue cue to end the group. Snuggle also finished with 10 shots, and he took an early error for a scratch. 

The fifth group kicks off as Pacific Volcanoes newcomer Gizmo uses the purple cue in 8-ball. Gizmo was merciless with 13 shots and no errors to clear the table. Southern Monarchs captain Pounce also uses the purple cue for 8-ball. Pounce put in a good effort, keeping things clean with no errors in 17 shots. More 8-ball follows with Infinity Torpedoes veteran Shelley playing with the silver cue. Shelley had some shaky play around the table, but her shooting was solid for 22 shots and no errors. Tysini Hummingbirds star Sugar is up 24th today, using the green cue in 7-ball. Sugar took an early error with missed contact and faltered to 13 shots in the game. Rounding out the group, Todavía Stills captain Easter is set to play 8-ball with the purple cue. Easter rattled off 19 shots with one error in a good outing. 

Oceanside Waves newcomer Chicky Phil uses the silver cue in 8-ball to front the sixth group. Chicky Phil took one error on illegal contact, but he closed with 20 shots. Boston Swifts captain Sweetheart is called for 8-ball with the blue cue. Sweetheart had one error for a scratch, and that slowed her down at the end. She finished in 24 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks captain Peach gets the 28th game today, using the silver cue in 7-ball. Peach took two errors in an ugly game, and she was lucky to finish in 15 shots. Central Warriors captain Twilight follows that with the blue cue in 7-ball. Twilight took one error on a scratch, but rebounded to finish on 10 shots. Graycliff Aces rookie Adele ends the group with the silver cue in 8-ball. Adele did alright with one error and 21 shots in this game. 

The seventh set gets going as Queens Flames star Briana uses the silver cue in 8-ball. Briana took one error on a scratch, but she finished in 19 shots. Southridge Defenders newcomer Avril is set for her season debut in 7-ball with the green cue. Avril didn't have a great turn, taking one error in 14 shots in a difficult outing. Freedom Cascades veteran Frosty is up next with the purple cue in 8-ball. Frosty just avoided an error in this game, but she still needed 23 shots to finish. Zenith Skywatchers captain Blizzard draws in for 7-ball with the blue cue. Blizzard scratched on the break for her lone error but still ended with 7 shots. North Modernistic Nighthawks newcomer Mr. Snowman is set to play in 7-ball with the green cue to wrap up the group. Mr. Snowman made the 4-7 combination to the bottom right for 5 shots and no errors. 

The final group begins with Lighton Prestige newcomer Gradley playing 8-ball with the red cue. Gradley was good at first, but two errors and 25 shots were his finishing totals. Going 37th today, Apex Wonders captain Midnight shoots 8-ball with the blue cue. Midnight had a better break, but she also took two errors and fell to 25 shots. Bear is ready for his Modernistic Union debut, playing 7-ball with the blue cue. Bear had good straight-line shooting, but his creative played lacked, giving him one error in 11 shots. Queens Flames veteran Mario is up with the purple cue in 7-ball. Mario stumbled in the middle but finished on 10 shots and no errors. Modernistic Union newcomer Stripes ends the day in 8-ball with the purple cue. Stripes was able to close it out in 22 shots despite two errors near the end. 

Tomorrow has 50-game potential, though it's not guaranteed.

Tournament XII Qualifiers - Day 5

Another 40-game day is scheduled. There will be the potential of some 9-ball, though the bulk of the games are likely to be in 8-ball. The action starts with...

Eastside Sharks captain Taylor M. shooting 8-ball with the blue cue. Taylor M. kept it simple, taking 21 shots and no errors. Boston Swifts newcomer Dreamy also plays 8-ball today, using the red cue. Dreamy was confident throughout the appearance, taking 18 shots with no errors. Enterprise Independents rookie Alina is next up, using the blue cue in 7-ball. Alina had a tough start to her career, needing 12 shots with no errors. Westside Rockers veteran Goatee steps in with the purple cue for 8-ball. Goatee didn't have a great break, but she still cleared the table in 20 shots with no errors. Going fifth today, Southridge Defenders strongman Wario plays 7-ball with the silver cue. Wario made a pair on the break, allowing him to cruise to 8 shots with no errors. 

The second group begins with Whitewater Shores star Katharine playing 7-ball with the purple cue. Katharine had to fight for it, but she got a 4-7 combination to go down at the bottom right for 9 shots and no errors. Southridge Defenders newcomer Sydney C. keeps the purple cue up for 8-ball. Sydney C. battled some positioning trouble to end on 19 shots with no errors. The eighth player today is Buddy, who makes his Swordpoint Blades debut in 7-ball with the green cue. Buddy took two errors and ended up at 12 shots after some bad luck. Southern Monarchs veteran Dominic is next with the silver cue in 8-ball. Dominic took one error on illegal contact late, but he still finished at a solid 21 shots. Swordpoint Blades veteran Stealth closes the group with the red cue in 7-ball. Stealth had an early error on a failed jump shot, and he ended up with 10 shots in the game. 

Group three kicks off with Freedom Cascades newcomer Kitty playing 8-ball with the green cue. Kitty struggled a bit with positioning, taking 25 shots and one error in this outing. Rookie Alliance member Olivia is set to play 8-ball with the blue cue. Olivia could have had a disaster, but she was able to turn a bad break into just 16 shots with no errors. Zenith Skywatchers newcomer Brownie is up to for 7-ball with the red cue. Brownie held her own with one error and 10 shots in a tough game. Royal Crowns newcomer Dani goes 14th today, shooting 8-ball with the purple cue. Dani had one error in 22 shots for a solid showing. Web City Spiders veteran Kodiak ends the group with the silver cue in 8-ball. Kodiak finished it off with 19 shots and no errors. 

Eastside Sharks star Maison is ready to play 8-ball with the purple cue. Maison had the infamy of being the first player to illegally sink the 8 this year, taking 28 shots and five errors at the game's end. Oceanside Waves star Patches keeps the purple cue up for 8-ball. Patches chopped too many shots wide of the pockets, ending with 26 shots and no errors. Stonebridge Wolves newcomer Sierra steps up with the red cue for 8-ball. Sierra wasted no time in taking 16 shots with no errors. Tysini Hummingbirds veteran Slinks follows that with the silver cue in 7-ball. Slinks struggled with converting plays, ending at 14 shots with one error. Modernistic Union veteran Quincy is set to end the batch with the green cue in 7-ball. Quincy took one error for missed contact and closed with a decent 9 shots. 

The fifth group starts with Oceanside Waves captain Celestia playing 8-ball with the silver cue. Celestia got good bounces early and kept it solid for 18 shots and no errors. North Modernistic Nighthawks rookie Cinder goes 22nd today, playing 7-ball with the red cue. Cinder struggled early, then double-potted the 3 to the bottom right and the 7 to the bottom side for 8 shots and no errors. Golden Pilots captain Valencia will welcome 9-ball into action with the blue cue. Valencia was challenged again, taking 16 shots and two errors to finish it off. Terrace City Knights sophomore Anna keeps the blue cue up for 8-ball. Anna took three errors for an illegally potted 8, and she finished on 23 shots. Diamond Gems star Debby finishes the set with the silver cue in 7-ball. Debby made a bang with 0 shots and zero errors as the 7 found the bottom right on the break. 

Set six opens with Pearl Surfers newcomer Shawn shooting 7-ball with the silver cue. Shawn didn't do so well, needing 16 shots with two errors to finish the effort. Zenith Skywatchers veteran Bells is next, using the red cue in 8-ball. Bells barrelled through the early part of the rack and ended on 16 shots with no errors. Stonebridge Wolves veteran Jane brings back the silver cue for 8-ball. Jane cruised in her outing, needing just 17 shots with no errors to finish. Enterprise Independents rookie Misha will also take a turn with the silver cue in 8-ball in today's 29th game. Misha pushed through a mildly difficult rack for 20 shots and no errors. Wrapping up the group, Midland Predators veteran Americus makes her season debut in 7-ball with the silver cue. Americus made a pair on the break and launched a 1-7 combination to the bottom left for 1 shot and no errors. 

The seventh group gets going with Everton Eagles captain Goldy playing 8-ball with the blue cue. A little struggle with finishing left Goldy at 21 shots and no errors. Swordpoint Blades newcomer Megan is also set to use the blue cue in 8-ball. Megan sent the cue ball off the table on a successful jump shot, her lone error in 23 shots. Golden Pilots star Dusty is up 33rd today, shooting 8-ball with the purple cue. Dusty didn't make mistakes in this one, taking 18 shots and no errors in a nice game. Maplewood Lumberjacks veteran Whiskers uses the red cue in 7-ball next. Whiskers scratched on the break for her lone error, then finished in a reasonable 10 shots. Everton Eagles mainstay Puff III rounds out the group with the purple cue in 8-ball. Puff III didn't have any luck, taking one error in 29 shots. 

The final group is fronted by Infinity Torpedoes star Blaze, who shoots 8-ball with the red cue. While sharp early on, Blaze faltered late, ending with 22 shots and no errors. The 37th player called today is Diamond Gems veteran Autumn, who plays 7-ball with the green cue. Autumn took 11 shots with no errors to clear the table after a little bad luck. Next up, Apex Wonders veteran Cowzart uses the blue cue in 8-ball. Cowzart rattled off 21 shots with no errors, though he was another player to be slow at the end. Pearl Surfers veteran Boots is ready to go in 8-ball with the silver cue. Boots held on despite some misses, ending on 21 shots with no errors. Todavía Stills veteran Hughbert ends the day in 8-ball with the red cue. Hughbert took two errors but still finished on 20 shots. 

It was a fairly average day, and we'll aim for a little better tomorrow.