Valley National 8-Ball League Association (VNEA), a group of pool enthusiasts, has more than 100,000. It also hosts weekly leagues in over 400 cities. It has also become the world's largest amateur pool league, playing in 36 states and 36 countries. VNEA has a huge amusement business and generates tons of revenue. The Valley National 8-Ball League Association is a world championships. Players compete in leagues around the country. These championships take place every year between May 27 and June 5.
Valley National 8-Ball League Association members can play in leagues based purely on their ability. Each league has its captain. The captain is responsible for collecting the league fees and keeping score sheets. The captain also coordinates the team's activities, while ensuring that all members of the team understand the rules of the game. The captain is also responsible for scoring and helping the team prepare for events.
The VNEA's promotion of good sportsmanship is a hallmark. VNEA members have given the Sportsmanship Award, which recognizes players for their efforts. The league also promotes sponsorship of local businesses. VNEA members with locations can get assistance from the operator assistance network. LeagueSMART provides software, table control and increased revenue. The league offers a range of materials for league members, including score sheets, table markers and envelopes.
VNEA Pool Leagues are a friendly competition that allows players to compete against other league members in round robin format matches. Players must play on 7x3.5ft "barbox" coin-operated pools tables that are smaller than 9x4.5ft regulation tables. In addition to regular league matches, VNEA leagues often organize regular individual non-team tournaments, which are a great way for local players to test their skills against the best.
The VNEA has honored players for their contributions to the pool league in the past. These include Caela Gibson, who has been active in the league since its inception in 1999. She has won numerous titles at VNEA World Championships. She has also won numerous tournament titles, including Singles, Team events, and Women's Regular 8-Ball Singles. She is an active supporter of the VNEA Colorado. For the past two years, she has been a major fundraiser for Gene Pool league. She has organized numerous benefit events for cancer research as well as street children.
Another pool player with a long and impressive history in the VNEA is Shane Bloomberg. He is the grandson of Gary and Jeanie Bloomberg. Shane has been an active player in the VNEA since he was nine years old. He has gone on to become one of the best pool players in the world. He is a regular competitor in the Pro Tour. He will likely be named Player-of-the-Decade in 2020.