Gilbert Najm wins the Burbank Qualifier

Gilbert Najm

Keeping with its tradition of many years, the Burbank, California Elks Club held its USBA Regional Qualifier Tournament on October 24 -25. Ten players participated, all local players except one, former USBA President Jerry Karsh, who came from Denver to play. The number of players allowed for a round robin format among all players, which was conducted over two days. All matches were 25 points. As luck would have it, the winner was determined in the final round, in a match between Gilbert Najm and Alfredo Reyes, each of whom were 7 -1 going into that match. And that match was a hard fought see-saw battle, ending in a 25 -24 win for Gilbert Najm. When it was over, Gilbert raised his arms and let out a well deserved victory whoop. Gilbert is very excited about participating in his first USBA National Championship Tournament, and promises to be a strong contender.

Alfredo Reyes, Spencer Winston, Gerardo Torres, Doug Somera, Bilal Khalifa, Gilbert Najm, Don Schall, George Aronek (Tournament Director), Jerry Karsh, Bruce Warner, Ignacio Barajas.

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Burbank Elks Club
United States Billiard Association
3-Cushion Billiards
Regional Qualifying Tournament

2232 N Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505

October 24 – 26, 2008

Players' Meeting: Friday, October 24, 2008 10AM

Players who qualify and elect to play will have $300 entry fee paid
for the 2009 USBA National Championship Tournament + $200
to be received at the Nationals for expenses

Prize money will also be paid as determined by the tournament organizer

Eligibility: Must be a USBA member and either a U.S. citizen
or a U.S. permanent resident alien

Entry Fee: $150 Contact: George Aronek 818-312-0147. He can often be reached also at the Elks Club: 818-848-5508.

If necessary, contact Bruce Warner at 310-738-5429.