Three Cushion Billiard News
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Steve Andersen of the USBA has added another great interview to his continuing series. This month Steve interviews current USBA President Andy Janquitto. To listen to the interview head over to the interview section in our gallery under videos or simply click here.
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USBA to Hold "B" Regional Championship Tournaments
The United States Billiard Association (USBA) will hold six regional "B" championship tournaments in the fall of 2013. The winners of each tournament will qualify to play for the "B" Championship title next year at the USBA national tournament. A first place prize of $3,000 is projected.
The six regional tournaments are open to any player who resides in the United States and has less than a .900 average as of August 1, 2013, based on the records and statistics kept by the USBA. Citizenship or permanent residency is not required. A players can check with Jim Shovak, USBA Secretary, to determine whether he is eligible.
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Board Reduced from 13 to 7
Changes to Take Place in 2013 Election Cycle
The USBA has adopted a new constitution, which greatly simplifies the organization. According to USBA president Andy Janquitto, the original constitution contained many provisions that addressed day-to-day operation of the organization. As a result, the USBA constantly had to amend the constitution when it changed one of the operational rules. This proved to be unwieldy.
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The Medford Elks Lodge once again hosted the Marti Tracy Memorial 3-Cushion Billiard Tour Tournament for B and C players. The event took place July 26-28, 2013 and was a huge success.