Greater Scranton APA 
Match Time Guidelines 

 The American Poolplayers Association, Inc. has put into place structured time-frames for match play based on skill levels.  As Captain of your team, you should ensure that these time-frames are adhered to so that members from both teams can return safely home at a decent hour and matches can be concluded in a timely fashion.
The League Office is adamant on allowing Team Captains to enforce these time-frames.  Team Captains should inform players, both on their team and on the opposing team, when they are playing over their allotted time-frame.  Please instruct players to speed up play in the event of slow play.  In addition, if your location contains more than one pool table, and it is available for play, please utilize it by allowing another match to be played.

 Match Time-Frames

 8-Ball Match Time by Skill Level
Skill Levels and Time Allowance:
2 / 3 = 30 minutes of play time
4 / 5 = 45 minutes of play time
6 / 7 = 1 hour of play time 
 9-Ball Match Time by Skill Level
Skill Levels and Time Allowance:
1 / 2 / 3 = 30 minutes of play time
4 / 5 / 6 = 45 minutes of play time
7 / 8 / 9 = 1 hour of play time 
When allocating time-frames for matches, use the highest ranking player to discern how much time should be allocated.
 Example 1: A skill level 5 plays a skill level 3 in 8-Ball.  The allocated time-frame for that match would be 45 minutes, since the 5 is the higher rank, he/she is allowed 45 minutes of play time.
 Example 2: A skill level 9 plays a skill level 5 in 9-Ball.  The allocated time-frame for that match would be 1 hour, since the 9 is the higher rank, he/she is allowed 1 hour of play time.
 

 Slow Play Prevention:  Things NOT To Do!

Don't:
  • Go to the bar during your shot and wait to order a beverage
  • Remove yourself from the game to have a cigarette/cigar during your shot at the table
  • Take more than 7-10 practice strokes
  • Spend an elaborate amount of time in between shots
  • Spend an elaborate amount of time analyzing the pool table
  • Spend an elaborate amount of time on your pre-shot routine
  • Talk or text on your cell phone during your match
  • Rant or argue between shots
  • Have extended conversations or tell stories during your shot 
 
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