The Valley National 8 Ball League Association is one of the world's largest amateur pool leagues with nearly 100,000 members and over 10,000 playing venues in over 36 US states. Their most famous claim to fame? They have the most well-known name in the industry. This is a huge advantage for players looking for a career. In the past decade the league has spawned two major professional tournaments and several prestigious youth leagues. It is the only professional league to have a female president, which is quite interesting.
The Billiard Congress of American is the most renowned pool league. It has been in existence for over two centuries. This venerable organization has a staggering 50,000 plus members and the billiards aficionado can expect to see a slew of national and international events over the next several years. Having a national and global footprint is no easy feat for a company as small as the BCA. BCA is a member-driven association, which means that there is more to the league then meets the eye. BCAPL's longevity can be attributed to the high quality service they offer their members.