A Breakthrough Victory at the Iron City Billiard Invitational IV
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 to win the championship with a 10-6 victory, earning $7,500.
Margarita Fefilova Styer’s Valiant Effort: Margarita Fefilova exhibited exceptional skill, reaching the hot seat match undefeated. After her initial setback against Tkach, she faced Allison Fisher in the one-loss side finals, overcoming Fisher to earn a rematch in the championship round. Although Fefilova fell to Tkach in the finals, her impressive performance throughout the event earned her the runner-up position and a $5,500 prize.
Allison Fisher MBE’s Strong Run: Veteran player Allison Fisher showcased her enduring competitive spirit by advancing deep into the tournament. Despite an early defeat to Tkach, Fisher battled through the one-loss side to reach the one-loss side finals, where she was narrowly defeated by Fefilova, securing a third-place finish and $4,000.
Top Eight Finishers:
April Larson displayed great form throughout the tournament, securing a fourth-place finish with her strong play, earning $2,800.
Kaylee McIntosh and Kristina Zlateva both had commendable performances, tying for 5th-6th place with each earning $2,200 for their efforts.
Brittany Bryant and Loreejon Brown also showed their prowess, finishing tied for 7th-8th, each earning $1,700.
Additional Notable Finishers:
9th-12th Places: Savannah Easton, Janet Atwell, Caroline Pao, and Veronique Menard each demonstrated skill and tenacity, earning $1,200.
13th-16th Places: Emily Duddy, Monica Webb, Susan Williams, and Kia Burwell showed strong performances, each taking home $850.
17th-24th Places: Kennedy Meyman, Lonnie Fox-Raymond, Ashley Rice, Ashley Benoit, Olivia Cheng, Ada Lio, Teruko Cucculelli, and Laura Semko all played well, each earning $500 for their efforts in the tournament.
Global Broadcast and Engagement: The entire event was live-streamed on the official WPBA Billiards YouTube page and BilliardTV, featuring multiple tables and bonus matches, allowing fans worldwide to partake in the excitement.
The 2024 Iron City Billiard Invitational IV not only celebrated the achievements of its participants but also reinforced the WPBA’s commitment to promoting women’s billiards globally. The competition’s high level of play and the supportive atmosphere highlighted the growing popularity and respect for the sport.
For a complete breakdown of match scores, detailed player journeys, and more information on upcoming events, visit DigitalPool. This event has set a high standard for future tournaments, promising more thrilling action in the world of professional women’s billiards.
