The Valley National 8 Ball League Association, one of the largest amateur pool leagues in the world, has nearly 100,000 members and more than 10,000 venues across 36 US states. Their most prominent claim to fame is that they are the most well-known in the industry. This is an advantage for players trying to make a name. The league has produced two major professional tournaments over the past decade, as well as several prestigious youth leagues. Surprisingly, the league is also home to a female president.
The granddaddy of all pool leagues, the venerable Billiard Congress of America has been around for close to two centuries. This historic organization boasts over 50,000 members. Billiards fans can expect to attend a number of national and international events over these next few years. It is difficult for a small company to maintain a national and international presence. Fortunately, the association is a member-driven organization, and there is much more to the league than meets the eye. BCAPL's ability to sustain this level of longevity is due to the excellent service they provide their members.