Resources
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FAQ
How much does it cost to play in this BCA Pool League? Is it a good value?
- The annual membership dues are $20 which run from January 1 to December 31.
- The weekly fee for game night is $8 per player.
- The rates are cheaper than many of the other local leagues and the payout for prize money is quite generous.
What are the main differences between the BCA Pool League and APA?
- Call your ball and pocket; no slop shots
- Table is still open after the break
- Cannot win or lose on the break
- Scratch on the 8-ball is not a loss unless the 8-ball is pocketed
- No timeouts or coaching
- Different skill level and handicap system
- Scoring is very simple
- Round-Robin format is an option
- Yearly membership fee is only $20
- Opportunity to compete in the Las Vegas World Championships without having to win higher level tournaments
What sets the BCA Pool League apart?
- The League Operator is given a wide range of freedom to run his own league.
- Most of the funds collected stay with the local league.
- Dedicated website where all the content pertains to just our league.
What is a 3-player Round-Robin format?
- Each player on a team plays every player on the other team, once.
What are the advantages of a 3-player team over a 4-player team?
- Easier for a captain to build a team
- Matches go faster: 9 games vs 16 games
- Less time waiting between games
- Able to finish matches by 9:00
I am not a seasoned player. Is the BCA Pool League a good fit for someone like me?
- Absolutely! We use a handicap system that helps to level out the playing field.
- Playing in a league is not only a fun time, but will help you improve your game as well.
How do I install the FargoRate App?
Included in your $20 annual membership is the use of the FargoRate App. With it, you can see the standings and statistics for all the teams and their players, along with a schedule of upcoming matches. For many, this will prove to be more convenient than accessing the website. The app is available for both iPhone and Android.
Find the app and install it on your phone. The name of it is FargoRate and will be green and white on a black background.
Once you open it, it will search for you in their database. Your name is in the system and so just enter your full name. There may be others with the same name and so be sure to select the right one by matching it to your city. If you can’t find it, try different spellings (Christopher instead of Chris). If it still doesn’t come up, contact me and I’ll try to figure out what the issue is.
Once it finds you, the app will ask you to create an account with your email address and password. (If your captain asks you to install the BCA scoring app, you will use the same credentials).
Ignore any advertisement to upgrade to the premium version. The upgrade is included in your membership but might not be available for a couple weeks.
You will find 4 icons on the bottom of the app. Choose the third one that looks something like a shield or teardrop. It will ask you to “Mark Favorite Teams.” Click the heart next to team name and hit “done.”
You will now see “stats” and “schedule” pages. Simply scroll as needed.
Finally, go back to the home screen (hit the person icon on the bottom far left). Click the hamburger icon at the top left, next to your name. There you will find your digital membership card, settings, and other features.
May minors participate?
- Yes, as long as the venue allows them entrance
- Currently, this is limited to the Eagles in Huntington




