People who enjoy pool will be familiar with the Valley National 8-Ball League Association. This association has over 100, 000 members and hosts a variety of weekly leagues in more than 400 cities. It has grown to be the world's biggest amateur pool league with 36 members and 36 countries. VNEA generates a boatload in revenue and is also an amusement-business. The Valley National 8-Ball League Association is a world championships. Players compete in leagues around the country. These championships are held annually from May 27 through Juni 5.
Valley National 8-Ball League Association members can play in leagues based purely on their ability. Each league has a captain, who is responsible for collecting league fees, keeping score sheets, and other duties. The captain coordinates and oversees the team's activities while making sure everyone is aware of the rules. The captain helps organize events and collects scores.
The VNEA's promotion of good sportsmanship is a hallmark. Players have been rewarded for their efforts, including being awarded the Sportsmanship Award, which is voted on by the VNEA members. The league promotes business at its sponsoring sites. VNEA members with locations can get assistance from the operator assistance network. LeagueSMART provides software, table control and increased revenue. The league also provides a variety of league materials, including score sheets, table markers, envelopes, and other supplies.
VNEA Pool Leagues allow players to play in friendly competition against other league members. Players must use 7 by 3,5 ft "bar boxes" coin-operated pool tables. These tables are smaller than 9 x 4.5 ft regulations tables. VNEA leagues organize non-team tournaments that allow local players to compete against the best.
The VNEA has honored players for their contributions to the pool league in the past. Caela Gibson is one of these players. She has been involved in the league's inception since 1999. She has won numerous titles at the VNEA World Championships. She has also won numerous tournament title, including Singles, Team events, as well as Women's Regular 8 Ball Singles. She is an active promotor of the VNEA Colorado. She has also been a top fundraiser for the Gene Pool league for the past two years. She has held many benefit tournaments to support cancer research and street children.
Shane Bloomberg, another pool player, has a long and impressive record in the VNEA. He is the grandson of Jeanie and Gary Bloomberg. Shane has been a member of VNEA since the age nine. He went on to be one of the top pool players in the country. He is a regular player on the Pro Tour and will be the Player of the Decade for 2020.