8-Ball Pool League Rules

1. League Format

• Each week, teams will play a best-of-three match of 8-ball against another team.
• Matches should be completed within one hour.

2. Match Play & Time Limit

• If a match is not decided within one hour, the current game will be decided by counting the number of pocketed balls by each team.
• The team that has pocketed more balls in the current game will be declared the winner of that game.
• If the ball count is tied, the game is a draw, and the match stands as completed.

3. Rules of 8-Ball

• Standard BCA (Billiard Congress of America) 8-ball rules apply unless stated otherwise.
• Play Rock, Paper, Scissors to determine which team breaks.
• The winner of each game breaks the next game.
• The 8-ball must be legally pocketed to win the game.
• Scratching on the 8-ball results in an automatic loss of that game.
• If someone scratches on a ball other than the cue ball, the white ball can be placed by the other team anywhere on the table (ball in hand). If both teams prefer to play “In the kitchen” this should be determined before the start of play.
• There are no "table scratches" in this league.

4. Beer Ball Challenge

• Before or after the match, set up three balls on the table in whatever position or formation the teams agree upon for a beer ball challenge.
• Each player in the foursome takes turns attempting to pocket all three balls.
• The player who pockets all 3 in the least amount of shots (max 10 attempts), wins a Beer Ticket. 

5. Sportsmanship & Conduct

• All players are expected to respect their opponents and maintain good sportsmanship. The following rules apply:
• No sitting or laying on pool tables
• No jump shots
• No food or beverages on the tables
• No sword play with pool sticks
• No hitting sticks on the tables or lights
• No foreign objects allowed in the pockets

Any disputes should be resolved in a friendly and fair manner. Excessive delays, unsportsmanlike conduct, or violations of the above rules may be handled by a league representative.