What are the official rules of play?
Please click here for your copy of our Professional Rules in both 8-ball & 9-ball. Enjoy!
How can I join the UPA?
The UPA has several ways in which you can join and support men’s professional pool. You can play in our next major event, join our league of champions, or even start your own League of Champions in your local area. Please see our Join the UPA page to see which options suit you best.
How do I compete on tour?
See our Tour Schedule page to see our next event and simply join. This will allow you to compete against the best in the world and begin your career as a Touring Professional.
How can I play in your League of Champions?
See our League Locator for your closest league operator. You can contact the league operator directly to join available divisions. You can join our League of Champions online at our Join the UPA page. Should you choose to join our league now and there is no league currently available in your area, your annual membership will not begin until you join an active league.
If there is no league in your area, consider starting your own league. It is a great way to meet new people, accelerate your game to professional levels, and even make money!
How do I become a League Operator?
Becoming a UPA League Operator is fast, easy, and profitable on many levels. Simply contact us to let us know where you are interested in starting a league and we will begin the process. The UPA provides a number of tools that will help you build a league that benefits you and those that join to play. You can check our League Operators page for more information.
Do League Operators make money?
Yes, the UPA has developed a profitable business model for our League Operators. League Operators can sell exclusive merchandise as well as receive compensation for the work they do in each league. Being a UPA League Operator is a great way to start your own business and make a living from the sport that you love!
How can I receive professional instruction?
The UPA offers the best instruction in the sport. Our instructors have the unique ability to take all of the knowledge of Touring Professionals worldwide and help you to discover your personal style of play. You will receive the culmination and secrets of the collective tour and our instructors know how to teach you at your current level of play. The UPA has two premier instructors located in the state of Arizona. If you wish to receive instruction in your local home state additional costs will be incurred for time and travel. General rates are $55 per hour.
How do I advertise on your website?
You can advertise on our website in one of three ways; 1) Tour Sponsors receive advertisement automatically. 2) On our Partner’s Page with companies with whom we have specific agreements with. 3) Paid advertisers (packages range from $300-$2,500). NOTE: The UPA does not simply trade links. Our website advertisements are reserved for our business partners.
How can I become a tour sponsor?
The UPA has several avenues for sponsorship opportunities. You or your company can sponsor our League of Champions, major events, exhibition competitions, or even the tour as a whole. You and your company should contact a representative with your determined budget amount and the UPA will work with you to get the best exposure for your company. For more information you can contact us at info@upatour.com.