Have Fun, Meet People, Play Pool
You deserve a night out!
Discover the perfect blend of friendly competition and social camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, our league offers a welcoming community where every shot is a chance to make new friends and create lasting memories
Feeling overwhelmed? Most pool leagues gear their product towards the hardcore poolplayers. Competition is fierce, Sportsmanship is non existent, and only the strong will survive.
No Fun!
The same teams always win. Most pool leagues aren't handicapped. Teams will form with the strongest players all on the same team, and guess who wins year after year? Cash leagues incentivize teams to do this as well. Its so hard to compete with the best in most local leagues.
We level the playing field uniquely, using The Equalizer® handicap system that ensures fair competition. Say goodbye to one-sided matches and hello to a fun, social night out with your friends!
Why You'll Love Us
We are the world’s largest governing body of amateur pool with more than 260,000 members competing in 8-Ball and 9-Ball Leagues throughout North America, Japan and Singapore. The American Poolplayers Association (APA) is a community of people who share a love of the game. Whether you dream of being a pool shark or just want to nix the Netflix once a week and try something new- we're the league for you!
Social Network
We are the real social network! What better way to get out of the house, and hang out with some new friends?
The APA App!
Our state of the art app is the best in the biz! Getting your schedule and tracking your stats are just a few things you can do!
The best payouts!
The APA pays out nearly $2 million in prizes annually! Plus trips to Las Vegas and more!
FAQ's
How much does it cost?
The weekly team fee is $40*. Since 5 people play per night, it's only $8 if you play! If you dont play, you dont pay! Plus most bars will discount the cost of the pool table, or cover it completely!
The annual APA membership is $30 per year. This unlocks a ton of benefits aside from being able to play. The APA partners with a host of companies to provide all kinds of different benefits to its members.
*Some house fees are added to certain nights.
How often will I have to play?
All of our leagues are "weekly" leagues. So if you decide you want to play on a Monday team, you will play every Monday, assuming there isn't a bye in the schedule.
What nights can I play?
At the moment we have leagues that play Sunday - Thursday, and we are always looking to expand!
Where can I play?
We currently have leagues at many host locations across Monmouth & Ocean County, and if your favorite bar, restaurant or pool hall doesn't currently host pool leagues, we can help get them involved.
We can even help potential host locations get set up with pool tables if they don't already have any!
What can I win?
The Crown Jewel of the Jersey Shore APA is winning a trip to Las Vegas to play in the World Pool Championship! Currently we send three teams per year to Las Vegas, and it is quite the experience!
I hate playing with "slop"?
APA leagues are geared towards the recreational player, so "slop" shots are allowed, but not on the 8-Ball. Its actually pretty rare, and it happens to everyone. Plus with the rising popularity of 9-Ball, even the PRO's play with "slop"!
Do I have to be good at pool?
NO! This league is geared toward beginners and advanced players alike. APA offers a handicap system so that all players have a fair shot of winning against any other player in the league!
Who can play?
ANYONE!! The APA is a handicapped league and is designed for players of all skill levels. A good team will have a mixture of players of various skill levels.