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NAPA OF CENTRAL MISSOURI  
BILLIARDS LEAGUE    
   
                                


LEAGUE OPERATORS DAVE AND KAREN STOCKMAN 573-268-6385
We own the following Missouri Counties:  Boone, Calloway, Cole, Randolph, Phelps, Maries, Pettis and Cooper.

WEBSITE UPDATED 3/27/17  New Blog Entry

LEAGUE NEWS!!

Why is NAPA the better choice?  Presentation

 NEW information for NAPA Nationals.  This is a MUST READ if you are planning on going!

We now have a NAPA blog!  Take a look at it and reply if you want.  A variety of topics that you will WANT to respond to with YOUR ideas and opinions!  I will be using the blog to relate breaking information so you need to check it regularly if you want to stay up to date.

Are you qualified for the FREE, LOCAL, tournament that may be $9,000 again this year?  Are you qualified for NAPA Nationals? You can find out here for Columbia and for Jefferson City.  


NAPA changed one rule and clarified another.  
  • Now only 60 seconds per shot.  It used to be 90 seconds.  We have authority to take it down to 30 seconds but let's use 60 seconds for a while and see what happens.  If you exceed 60 seconds you get a warning.  If you exceed 60 seconds again it is ball in hand!!!!  Just FYI all timeouts are also 60 seconds.
  • Now the only way to lose a rackless match is to do an illegal break and your opponent asks for a re-rack and they break. You can now scratch on the break and still get a rackless!!!
  • Only ONE scorekeeper during NAPAplay.  Prefer it be the home team to keep score.  However, use only ONE ID for the night and not several.

Some players argue that all leagues have a handicap limit that tends to break apart teams that have played together for a long time.  That may be an end result of the team handicap but it is not the primary reason for establishing a team handicap.  It is for fairness for teams.  Each player/team handicap is designed to allow for the possibility to win 50% of the games/matches they play.  But how does NAPA compare to APA as far as team handicaps?  NAPA's handicap actually KEEPS teams together longer than any other league.  Don't believe me?  Check this out.  To relate NAPA team handicaps to APA team handicaps you can go HERE.  

It happens every season.  You may lose a player or two for various reasons and have to find other players.  Is there a guide to use to help you find compatible players?  I have developed such a guide to use in determining what kind of player is best for you and your team.  It is especially useful in forming an entire team but can be used to evaluate your current team and to recruit other players for your team.  You can find it HERE.

What is the NAPA Pool League?

NAPA PRESENTATION (find out more about NAPA)

NAPA is the best pool league in the United States.  Compare NAPA of Central Missouri to ANY APA or TAP League.

North American Poolshooters Association (NAPA) is the hottest new league in the country!  Pool players of all levels are enjoying the fun competitive atmosphere that sets us apart.  Whether you are brand new to pool leagues or a seasoned veteran of league play, you will find our scoring system is the easiest around, the accurate and innovative handicap system cannot be beat and our player statistics and recognition are unmatched.  High and deep payouts plus player and sponsor plaques and player achievement and NAPA Nationals certification certificates.

What is DIFFERENT about NAPA?
  • NO Annual Dues!
  • No Slop - Call your pocket league! No more slop shots.
  • Scoring system - No more counting innings, safety shots, or balls!  Just keep track of wins and have fun!

NAPAPLAY PRESENTATION (find out more about paperless scoring)
NAPAPLAY How to Enter a Match

  • Handicaps - Higher team handicaps allowed!  No more running up innings to manipulate handicaps!  No hidden formulas!  Just play to win! ALWAYS know where you stand on handicaps!
  • Player Statistics - We have the best player statistics and recognition around....bar none!
  • Qualifying for Nationals - Much easier to qualify for the National Tournament!
  • Qualify for a LOCAL, FREE ENTRY, tournament that could be $9,000+
  • Click on Player Info tab above to find out detailed information.
  The qualifications for the 2017 NAPA Nationals and 2017 Top Shark Tournament have been updated for Columbia and Jeff City.  See if you are qualified.
How can you determine if the players you want would be compatible for your team?  Ask THESE questions.
Clarification of the second table rule in conjunction with Columbia's MO River's new policies.  The second table rule still applies but you have to rent the second table to play on two tables if it is before 8:30pm.  If the table is rented the second table rule applies. As of October 3rd, a practice table will be given at beginning of league and it can be used, at the teams discretion, as the second game table after 8:30pm or the second match whichever is later.

PAYPAL
Sometimes teams forget. Sometimes it is for other reasons.  Sometimes the weekly dues are carried on to the following week. In an effort to make it easier and safer for teams to pay, you can now pay with paypal.  This is entirely voluntary.  If you "send to a friend" there is no charge to either one of us!  No Charge!!  Here is what the Paypal website says:  " No fee if you use your PayPal balance or bank account for domestic transactions."  The paypal address to send it to is missouri.napa@gmail.com (note the period between missouri and napa).  You can do this anytime and is entirely voluntary. Make sure you put which team(s) the dues are for and for what date.
  • Save time.
  • Save gas.
  • Quicker.
  • Easier.
  • Gives you a record of payment if any questions.

Be sure to support your local pool hall, pub, restaurant.....They are kind to us so we need to be kind to them!!  Respect the establishment, the player, the other team, and YOURSELF!  Don't so anything to anyone that you would not have done to you!!

 NAPA Nationals location for 2017 has been decided.  It will be at the same place as the 2016 NAPA Nationals in Valley Forge PA at the same venue.  It will be June 24-30, 2017.


NAPA CALENDAR
April 18
Jeff City Awards, The Outpost, 7:00 PM

May 9
Columbia Awards, MO River, 7 PM

June 24 - 30, 2017
NAPA Nationals at Valley Forge PA
(same place as the 2016 NAPA Nationals)

Local Tournaments
Second and Last Saturday at Jakes
Register 1 PM, Start 2 PM
Double Elimination, 8 Ball
Race to 2, Drink and Food Specials

If you want your tournament to appear here just let me know.

2018...the of .....what?
Published by Dave - 06 Jan 2018
Should you always try your hardest when playing league?
Playing hard!
Published by - 08 Dec 2017
Hill to Hill Bonus point changes....
Published by Dave - 14 Nov 2017
New Optional Bonus Point
Published by Dave - 11 Nov 2017
Captain and Weekly Fees
Published by - 24 Oct 2017
Why do I need player contact information?
Whenever you join ANY organization you have to register.  NAPA of Central Missouri is no different.  You provide your name and handicap information.  You should…
Published by Dave - 04 Oct 2017
Forfeit Savior Rule
I know I covered it in the last blog but I wanted to make some different points.  The Forfeit Savior Rule states that if Team A does not have enough players to play and…
Published by Dave - 07 Sep 2017
Forfeit Savior Rule
NAPA has instituted the Forfeit Savior Rule.  It is VOLUNTARY for the leagues.  Jeff City elected not to do it.  However, Moberly elected to do it.  I…
Published by NAPA has institutedDave - 23 Aug 2017
Do you need lower ranked players on your team?
The short answer is a defeaning YES!!  With the team handicap limit, in ANY league, the better you get the higher your handicap and your team will not be able to field…
Published by Dave - 10 Aug 2017
NAPA Nationals
Here is some additional information on the NAPA Regional Tour as it is now called.  There are going to be many places around the country to play either 8 ball or 9 ball.…
Published by - 22 Jul 2017
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Facts about NAPA


FACTS

  • Started in 2009 in Arkansas with about 50 members.

  • NAPA signed up its 25,000th member 4/2/14!!  Fastest growing national pool league in the US.

  • NAPA membership at the time of the 2014 nationals (6/28/14) was 27,000.

  • NAPA Membership as of the end of August 2014 was 28,500.

  • NAPA membership as of Jan 2015 was 32,500!

  • NAPA members as of Jan 2016 was 40,000!

  • As of Aug 2014 NAPA has franchises in 48 states, 3 Canadian provinces, and in Puerto Rico.

  • NAPA is the 3rd largest national pool league in the US.  Great growth in 4 years!

  • NAPA's first National Tournament was in 2011 in Hot Springs Ar for $40,000.

  • NAPA's membership at the time of the 2011 nationals was 1,500.

  • NAPA's second National Tournament was in 2012 in Nashville TN for $60,000.

  • NAPA's membership at the time of the 2012 nationals was 7,500.

  • NAPA's third National Tournament was in 2013 in Tunica MS for $75,000+.

  • NAPA's membership at the time of the 2013 nationals (7/1/13) was 17,000.

  • FIRST national pool league with paperless scoring (Feb 2014).

  • NAPA's fourth National Tournament was in Atlanta GA in June 2014 for $125,000.
  • NAPA's 5th National Tournament was in Mt. Pleasant Michigan at the Soaring Eagle Casino June 19-27, 2015 with at least $20,000 Added.
  • NAPA had their 6th National Tournament in Vally Forge Casino and Resort, King of Prussia, PA on June 24 to July 2, 2016.  It had $20,000 added as well.  
  • NAPA's 7th National Tournament will also be in Valley Forge Casino and Resort, King of Purssia, PA.  $20,000 will also be added to the prize money.  More info HERE.


ADVANTAGES

  • ONLY national league with NO ANNUAL DUES.

  • ONLY national league with paperless scoring!  A completely paperless league!!

  • ONLY national league that gives you your COMPLETE history of shooting in NAPA!

  • ONLY national league that gives you your own web page for detailed stats.

  • ONLY national league that guarantees your handicap will change each time you play.

  • ONLY national league that displays and allows viewing of your handicap as it changes.

  • ONLY national league that comes down hard on sandbagging adding 30 points to your handicap or be banned for life from NAPA.

  • HIGH payouts per player and DEEPER payouts for teams (top 50%).  This is flexible.  This is YOUR league.

  • Easy LOCAL Qualification for national tournament.  NO regional or area qualifications for nationals.
  • Varied format (8 ball, 9 ball, 10 ball, scotch doubles, lagger's choice, double play).
  • Varied team format (3, 4, or 5 playing members to a team)
  • Simplified scoring sheet and as of Feb 2014 paperless electronic (live) scoring!
  • Races based on difference in handicap.  Up to 10 wins may be needed to win forcing more experienced player to play their best.
  • For Columbia and Jefferson City, a local tournament each year in addition to NAPA National tournament.  The first year (2014) was $6,000 with free entry and easy qualification.  For 2015 it is was $7,500!  2016 was $9,000!!!


What about NAPA of Central Missouri

  • Karen and Dave were the League operators of the year for NAPA in 2011.

  • NAPA of Central Missouri was the first NAPA franchise in Missouri starting in 2011.

  • NAPA of Central Missouri #1 in NAPA for the highest hill to hill ratio (over 68% of matches go hill to hill).

  • Expanded from 8 ball to 9 ball, and Lagger's Choice.

  • Serves Columbia, Jefferson City, and Rolla.


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