Middle Tennessee APA Sets St. Jude Team Qualifier
The winning team advances to the December St. Jude Shoot for a Cure in Tunica, Mississippi.
Middle Tennessee APA will hold a St. Jude Team Captain Style Qualifier on November 14, 2026, at Wall Street Bar and Billiards. Doors open at 9:00 a.m. and play begins at 10:00 a.m.
The winning team qualifies for the St. Jude Shoot for a Cure in Tunica, Mississippi, scheduled for December 4-6. Online registration closes November 13 at 6:00 p.m., and teams cannot enter on the day of the qualifier.
Who can enter the Middle Tennessee qualifier?
The event is open only to active Middle Tennessee APA players on an 8-Ball, 9-Ball or Ladies roster. A team may include five to eight players, and the qualifier is initially listed with a maximum of 16 teams.
| Event detail | Official information |
|---|---|
| Date | November 14, 2026 |
| Doors open | 9:00 a.m. |
| Play begins | 10:00 a.m. |
| Location | Wall Street Bar and Billiards |
| Team size | 5-8 players |
| Initial team capacity | 16 teams |
| Registration cutoff | November 13 at 6:00 p.m. |
The registration system may show a main list and a wait list. A place on the main list guarantees entry. The organizer says a larger bracket may be used if both lists fill, but teams should not assume that capacity will automatically expand.
How does the Team Captain handicap work?
The team handicap limit is 23. Each player competes at the higher of their current 8-Ball or 9-Ball skill levels. A skill level 1 converts to 2, while 8s and 9s convert to 7 for this format.
| Published rule | Qualifier application |
|---|---|
| Team limit | Total skill levels may not exceed 23 |
| Player with both formats | Use the higher 8-Ball or 9-Ball skill level |
| Skill level 1 | Converts to 2 |
| Skill level 8 or 9 | Converts to 7 |
Captains should calculate the complete lineup before registering. A roster with five to eight players still needs a playable combination that remains within the 23 cap.
What does the $300 team fee include?
The qualifier costs $300 per team. Middle Tennessee APA states that $100 from every team fee will go to St. Jude.
The announcement does not divide the remaining amount into a detailed prize or travel budget. The central award is qualification for the December 4-6 St. Jude Shoot for a Cure in Tunica.
Teams must provide at least 24 hours' notice if they cannot attend or remain responsible for the team fee. Captains should confirm every player's availability before submitting the entry.
How can a team register?
Registration is online only through Middle Tennessee APA. The deadline is November 13 at 6:00 p.m., and no team may sign up at the venue on tournament day.
Captains should start with the official St. Jude Team Qualifier announcement and follow its online registration link. For organizer questions, the published contact number is 615-419-0226.
Before submitting, a captain should verify the roster, each player's higher current skill level, the 23-point lineup and the team's ability to attend the Tunica event if it wins.
When is the Middle Tennessee St. Jude Team Qualifier?
It is scheduled for November 14, 2026. Doors open at 9:00 a.m. and play starts at 10:00 a.m.
Where will the qualifier be played?
The event is at Wall Street Bar and Billiards.
How much is the team entry fee?
The fee is $300, with $100 from each team going to St. Jude.
What is the team handicap limit?
The published Team Captain handicap limit is 23.
Can teams register on tournament day?
No. Registration is online only and closes November 13 at 6:00 p.m.
