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The 2024 WPBA Dr Pool / Jacoby Tour Championship, held in Rothschild, Wisconsin, marked a sensational conclusion to the WPBA season. Over five days, from December 11th to 15th, 80 of the world's top female pool players converged at the Central Wisconsin Convention & Expo Center, battling it out in a fiercely competitive field. This $40,000 added event not only showcased elite skill levels but also significant ranking implications as it was the final ranking event of the year.
Switzerland's Bojana Sarac emerged as the tournament champion, claiming her first ever WPBA title in a compelling finale. Her journey to the top was marked by ….
The Capital City Billiards Invitational, held in Concord, New Hampshire from November 21st to 24th, saw Pia Filler capture her first WPBA title. This event, enhanced by a $15,000 addition from Capital City Billiards, attracted some of the world's top female billiards talent, delivering thrilling matches throughout the weekend.
Journey to Victory
Pia Filler started strong with an 8-0 win against Suzy Dickstein and maintained her momentum by defeating Emily Duddy 8-1. She faced tough matches against top players Kelly Fisher and Tzu-Chien Wei, narrowly winning each with scores of 8-7 and setting up an interesting match with the 14-year-old phenom, Savannah Easton. The 2 players have split victories the last 2 times they faced off. This match was back and forth and tied at 5-5. Pia broke and ran the table to take the 6-5 lead…..
It was unbelievable and yet . . . it happened. Kristina Tkach and Margarita Fefilova-Styer played twice during this past weekend’s (Oct. 10-13) WPBA CueSpeed NAPA Invitational at Railyard Billiards in Louisville, KY. Hot seat and finals. Although the two had not faced each other at the last WPBA event, the Olhausen Colorado Classic (Sept. 26-29), which Styer had won and Tkach had finished in the tie for 9th, the two had ended that outing as the top two women in the WPBA’s rankings, Tkach ahead of Styer. Separated by a single, FargoRate point as they came into the event (Tkach on top, 733-732), expectations ran high as they approached each other from opposite ends of the bracket and won five straight to get into the hot seat match.
Tkach would lose the hot seat match and come back…
The 2024 WPBA Olhausen Colorado Classic, held at Felt Billiards & Bar in Denver, showcased a dazzling display of skill and competition from September 26th to 29th. With a strong field of 64 international competitors, this tournament featured intense matches and highlighted the rise of new talents in women's professional billiards. Sponsored by Olhausen Pool Tables, Fodor Billiards, and Adam Burke, the event added $15,000, drawing top talent and billiards enthusiasts to the scenic venue.
Margarita Fefilova's journey through the tournament was nothing short of spectacular, leading her to her first-ever WPBA tour victory. Fefilova won six consecutive matches, including notable victories over....
Palmetto Reid Strauss, Champ Allison Fisher, Runner-up Kristina Zlateva, Palmetto Shane Mills
The 2024 WPBA Palmetto Billiards Invitational, hosted at the newly opened Palmetto Billiards Academy in Charleston, South Carolina, showcased a captivating display of billiards mastery from August 22nd to 25th. Set on pristine Predator 9' Apex tables, with a generous $20,000 added by Palmetto, the event drew the crème de la crème of the world’s top female cueists.
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The 2024 Iron City Billiard Invitational IV, hosted in Birmingham, Alabama, wrapped up with thrilling performances and showcased some of the top talents in women’s billiards. The exceptional hospitality provided by owner Michael and his team ensured a welcoming atmosphere for all participants.
Kristina Tkach’s Long-Awaited Victory: Kristina Tkach, entering as the #1 seed, finally captured her first title of the season at the Iron City Billiard Invitational IV after finishing second in three consecutive tournaments. Tkach maintained her composure and skill throughout the tournament, culminating in an undefeated streak. In a crucial hot seat match, she bested Margarita Fefilova 8-6, securing her spot in the finals where she continued her dominance …
Jerry Stuckart Tournament Director, Tim McCullough Soaring Eagle, Rita Chou Winner, Kristina Tkach Runner up, Dean Roeseler WPBA President, Mike Veasey Diamond Billiard Products
The 2024 WPBA Soaring Eagle Masters, hosted at the scenic Soaring Eagle Resort in Mount Pleasant, Michigan from June 19th to 23rd, featured a field of 80 top international players and showcased some of the most thrilling matches in women's billiards this season.
Chieh-Yu "Rita" Chou's Spectacular Debut:
The tournament was highlighted by Chieh-Yu Chou's remarkable debut. Known as "Rita," Chou not only dominated the field but also clinched her first WPBA title. As the current 9-ball women's world champion, she navigated through the competition with a stellar …
The 2024 WPBA Raxx Mezz Invitational, held at the Raxx Pool Room, Sports Bar & Grill in West Hempstead, New York, marked the WPBA's return to New York after nearly two decades. The event ended with a remarkable victory for Tzu-Chien Wei, who went undefeated throughout the tournament to claim her latest title.
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Tzu-Chien Wei's outstanding performance culminated in a thrilling finals match where she faced Kristina Tkach, overcoming her with a score of 10-8. Wei's path to the finals was formidable, with victories over ….
WPBA President Dean Roeseler, Borderline Billiards Owner Janet Atwell, Champion Kelly Fisher
The WPBA Borderline Brunswick Invitational, hosted at Janet Atwell's newly opened pool room in Bristol, Tennessee, marked a significant event in the WPBA calendar. This tournament was notably the first in many years to be held on the pristine Brunswick Gold Crown 6 tables, providing an exquisite setting for some of the best talents in women's billiards.
Event Highlights: The competition was fierce with …
WPBA Borderline Brunswick Invitational Kicks off in Janet Atwell’s new Borderline Billiards. Featuring all new Brunswick Tables.