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History Of The APA

The American Poolplayers Association was founded in 1979 by professional poolplayers Terry Bell and Larry Hubbart. The two men realized the popularity of the sport and knew that, unlike other sports, there was no existing recreational league system. Back then the league was called the National Pool League. The name was changed to American Poolplayers Association (APA) in 1981.

Over the years, the APA Pool League has gone by many names, including The American Pool League, Busch Pool League, and Bud Light Pool League. Terry Bell and Larry Hubbart maintain positions on the APA's Board of Directors, and strive to create continued interest and growth in the sport of pool.

Renee Poehlman has held the position of APA President since April of 1995. As President, she has total responsibility for overseeing the daily operations and future growth of the League. She was appointed to her position by former APA President Terry Bell, when he stepped down to assume a position on the Board Of Directors.





Denton APA league

The success of the league in Denton County is due to the dedication of the players and location owners. There are over 300 active members having fun playing APA pool in the Denton County area.

The APA is the World's Largest Amateur Pool League with more members than all other amateur leagues combined. Nationally, over one fourth of APA members are female (locally we are at one in three female members). The APA currently boasts over 250,000 members (and growing).




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