en-us Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:21:56 -0500 info@apaofalbany.com 60 http://apaofalbany.com/ APA Of Greater Albany http://apaofalbany.com/ http://apaofalbany.com/common/forumimages/APALogoLrg.jpg 200 148 Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=279 Breaking News Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:46:08 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=279 Family and Friends pay fitting tribute to Brian Mason
February 28, 2010 in APA, charity, tournament

The Brian Mason Memorial Tournament was an overwhelming success, with 32 fellow APA league players and Brian’s family and friends coming together to remember Brian. In one of the largest league tournaments ever held at Diamond Eight, 16 teams played scotch doubles 9-Ball, with the all-female final match going to the hill. Audre Hartman and Bernadette Westbrook edged out Christine Skawinski and Jen Oliver to win 1st place. Dan Murray won the beautiful Cuetec cue donated by the APA of Albany while his brother Dave took home a Diamond Eight gift pack. Over $550 was raised for the American Diabetes Association. A plaque was installed at Diamond Eight to remember Brian. Frank Rogers shared some memories of Brian with the emotional crowd of players, family and friends, who all shared in a delicious hot and cold buffet. Thanks again to everyone who participated to help make this event so successful!
Audre Hartman and Bernadette Westbrook lost in the first round to Tracie and Scott, but played strong to get to the finals by beating Jeremy and Steven, who had been undefeated to that point. Christine Skawinski and Jen Oliver also found their way back to the winner’s side after a 2nd round loss to John and Brian. They defeated Brian and Julie to meet Audre and Bernadette in the finals. The final match was played very well, with neither team deserving a loss. In a 3-3 tie and the 7-8-9 left on the table, a safety battle ensued, with Audre and Bernadette coming out on top, after Audre made a tough cut shot on the 9-ball for the win. Brian Mason’s son Brian and his future son-in-law Eric played very strong, and finished tied for 5th place with Kathleen and Arun. If they ever join the league, watch out! The Mason Family was very appreciative of the support and love shown in memory of Brian, in an event that Brian “would’ve loved,” playing pool, and spending time with friends and family.
More photos from the event are posted on flickr.





Matt MacPhail
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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=278 Breaking News Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:47:42 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=278 The Team Mates Doubles 8-Ball Tournament at the Golden Cue this past February was the perfect venue to house the best doubles teams in the Greater Albany Area. The field of 14 players paired up and alternated turns through the modified single elimination tournament. There were a mixture of travel league, Golden Cue, Diamond Eight, and one out of town team to round out the field.


[center]1st PlaceBob Cooper & Jim Hastings, Pittsfield APA


2nd Place
Touche' Singletary & Frosty Wallace, Golden Cue and Diamond Eight

3rd/4th: Vincent Temple & Glen Shafir
Matt Lockhart & John Robinson
Thank you players for attending this prestigious event. We look forward to seeing you next tournament!

Matt MacPhail
mmacphail@apaleagues.com
518-708-9567]]> edski http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=277 Breaking News Sun, 07 Feb 2010 12:29:41 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=277
And for those of you who would rather play pool…we will host a Pool Tournament starting at 5:30pm; practice at 4:30 pm. Players will decide on the format: 8-ball or 9-ball. $15. entry. APA rules. Everyone welcome! It will be fun!

edski]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=276 Breaking News Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:38:33 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=276 Best of the Best 8-Ball at the Golden Cue
1st Place: Jason Welsh
2nd Place: Vince Temple
3rd Place: Paul Picard

Best of the Best 9-Ball at the Golden Cue

1st Place: Joe Sinicropi
2nd Place: Frank Rich
3rd Place: Glen Shafir
4th Place: Chris Whalen

Recap: Both events had it's share of nail bitters, lead changes, miscues, and most of all lots of laughs. You are all probably wondering how your League Operator faired against the winners. In 8-Ball, I barely escaped the exceptional shot making of young player Jason Welsh as the match went to the hill. I prevailed in the end but had no fingernails left...lol. So, the side pot for Sundays match was $105 and I found myself up against Joe Sinicropi who calmly ran 9 ball rack after 9 ball rack to win the side pot 65 to 45.

Thank you for all who attended, we will have a best of the best tournament this Summer for those players who finish top 12 in win percentage this Spring. Good Luck to all!

Matt MacPhail
mmacphail@apaleagues.com
518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=275 Local Tournaments Sat, 30 Jan 2010 03:23:56 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=275 9 Johnson Road, Latham

8-Ball & 9-Ball Rounds starting at 9am
Finals of both formats will be played in the afternoon

Good Luck to all team!

Matt MacPhail
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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=274 Local Tournaments Sat, 30 Jan 2010 03:22:22 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=274 9 Johnson Road, Latham

8-Ball and 9-Ball Rounds played starting at 9am


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=273 Local Tournaments Tue, 26 Jan 2010 23:12:07 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=273 Sponsored by Diamond Eight & the APA of Greater Albany
Scotch Doubles 9-Ball (Race to 4)
Modified Single Elimination
Cash prizes
All Skill levels welcome, APA rules

Location: Diamond Eight
9 Johnson Road, Latham

Entry Fee: $25 (includes donation to the American Diabetes Association in memory of Brian Mason)

Doors open at Noon, Play starts at 1pm

Free Buffet! Cue Raffle!

Matt MacPhail
mmacphail@apaleagues.com
518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=272 APA Of Greater Albany Polls Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:13:55 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=272
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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=271 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:28:12 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=271 Download Attachment: King of the Hill partners.pdf (Size: 55 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=269 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:25:51 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=269 Download Attachment: 234 tournament.pdf (Size: 55 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=268 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:23:21 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=268 Download Attachment: 56789 9ball tournament.pdf (Size: 56 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=267 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:21:49 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=267 Download Attachment: 1234 9ball tournament.pdf (Size: 55 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=266 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:17:36 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=266 Download Attachment: Seniors Tournament.pdf (Size: 58 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=265 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:16:14 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=265 Download Attachment: Ladies Tournament.pdf (Size: 56 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=264 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:08:58 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=264 Download Attachment: TeamMates.pdf (Size: 60 Kb)


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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=263 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:06:16 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=263 Sunday, January 31st

Golden Cue, Central Ave, Albany

Modified Single Elimination
Doors open at 10am, Play starts at 11
Entry Fee: $30 ($20 back to players / $5 table time / $5 toward a side pot. To win the side pot, the winner of the tournament must beat the League Operator in a match. If the League Operator wins, the side pot carries over to the next tournament and the next tournament....etc. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!

All players must be on an active Spring Roster to compete
Top 12 players from each division are invited, based on winning percentage with a minimum of 6 matches played.

Board of Governors and Division Reps are welcome to play.

Please check the front page of the website to see if you are invited, or check with your team captian for the list that was mailed to him the first week of play.

Matt MacPhail
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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=262 Local Tournaments Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:04:38 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=262
Golden Cue, Central Ave, Albany

Modified Single Elimination
Doors open at 10am, Play starts at 11am
Entry Fee: $30 ($20 back to players / $5 table time / $5 toward a side pot. To win the side pot, the winner of the tournament must beat the League Operator in a match. If the League Operator wins, the side pot carries over to the next tournament and the next tournament....etc. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!!

All players must be on an active Spring Roster to compete
Top 12 players from each division are invited, based on winning percentage with a minimum of 6 matches played.

Board of Governors and Division Reps are welcome to play.

Please check the front page of the website to see if you are invited, or check with your team captian for the list that was mailed to him the first week of play.

Matt MacPhail
mmacphail@apaleagues.com
518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=261 Breaking News Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:51:51 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=261 February's FREE APA GEAR Winner is:

Kervin Bruno - Golden Cue

Congratulations and thank you for being a member
of the website!

Matt MacPhail
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518-708-9567]]> Matt MacPhail http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=260 Breaking News Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:36:23 -0500 http://apaofalbany.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=260 2009 Fall Session Best of the Best Tournaments
Look to see if you are invited and contact the league office if you can attend.
8-Ball - Saturday, January 30th at The Golden Cue
9-Ball - Saturday, January 31st at The Golden Cue
Doors open both days at 10am, play starts at 11am
Entry Fee: $30 per player

Sunday Night Diamond Eight 8-Ball
David Ratigan, Michael Hayner, Ryan Brown, David Kruger, Glenn Shafir, Vincent Temple, Arun Narayanaswamy, Jason D'Haene, Stephan Kearns, Angela Skawinski, Stacie Kacensky, Michael Vinson
Sunday Night Diamond Eight 9-Ball
Terry Sinicropi, Martin Menard, Joe Sinicropi, Matt Lockhart, Kathleen Durand, Alexander Bennie, Arun Narayanaswamy, Claudio Decamargo, Patricia Currado, John Robinson, Brenda Budka, Jason D'Haene, Connie Kim, and Eric Davis (3 way tie for 12th)
Monday Night Golden Cue 9-Ball
Jose Gonzalez, Akil Edwards, Robert White, Michael Tauss, Jason Welsh, Angela Wallace, Jason Sylvester, Matthew Lockhart, Yoni Krafchow, Rocco Spinelli Sr., Stacy Mendrick, Kervin Bruno, Glenn Shafir
Monday Night Golden Cue 8-Ball
Yoni Krafchow, Derek Goodmand, David Wallace, Stacy Mendrick, Matthew Lockhart, Akil Edwards, Michael Tauss, Michael Vinson, Robert White, Rocco Spinelli Sr., Kervin Bruno, Jason Sylvester, Jason Welsh
Tuesday Night Albany Traveling 8-Ball League
Michael Lamoree, Kevin Jones, Bill Bliss, Matthew Fennelly, Juan Picasso, Tom McBain, Floyd Purdy, Michael Purcell, Frank Prudhomme, Jeff Stubits, Phil Blancato, James Ruchel, Brad Baley, Vicky Lamoree, Erika Tucker, Adam Gray, Jim Mahar (Big tie for 12th)
Tuesday Night Troy 8-Ball Traveling League
Johnny Bobo, David Murry, Dan Ryan, Dave Fennelly, Luke Miller, Andrew Ayotte, Angela Wallace, David Nichols, Angela McCormick,
Steve Beaudry, Marc Rivet, Corey Saddlemine
Wednesday Night Diamond Eight 8-Ball
Frank Rich, Tom Acciavatti, Bernadette Westbrook, Theodorick Grau, Stacy Mendrick, Paul Picard, Michael Yudin, Dana Martincic, Fredrick Ford, Michael Hayner, David Alexander, Terry Sinicropi
Wednesday Night Diamond Eight 9-Ball
Frank Rich, Theodorick Drau, Ann Smith, Paul Picard, Dana Martincic, Richard Kriz, Robert Macey, Bernadette Westbrook, Mike Nelson, Tom Acciavatti, Christopher Whalen, Craig Eagleson, David Alexander
Thrusday Night Troy/Albany 9-Ball Travel League
Gavin Roberts, Cory Saddlemine, John Shattell, Tina Guilbault, Francis Garner Jr., Derek Warner, Jeremy Kruse, Steven Ballard, Michael Downey, Scott Coonradt, Charlie Ayotte, Robert Lewis, Pete Derenzo
Thursday Night Glens Falls Traveling 8-Ball League
McCrea Manning, Steve Smith, Anthony Goodspeed, David Lebrun Sr., Joseph Paris, Eugene Knowlton, Sharon Ottalagano, Michael Wheeler, Robert Stevens, Lee Devino Jr., Cindy Loucks, David Lebrun Jr., Scott Ottalagano Jr.

All Players must be active on a Spring 2010 roster to be eligible to compete in this event.
The above players finished last session with the highest win percentages in their leagues.
Congratulations and Good Luck!!!!

Matt MacPhail
mmacphail@apaleagues.com
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