The billiard community lost another legend this month, Terry Bell."Texas Terry" was the founder of the APA and a Billiard Hall of Fame inductee. Learn more about his contribution to the billiard community on page 6.

The full 128-player field is now confirmed for the 2025 World Pool Championship, with a truly global line-up set to compete for pool’s most coveted prize from 21–26 July at the Green Halls in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Buddy Hall, also known as "The Rifleman," was a renowned American professional pool player celebrated for his exceptional skill and accuracy. Born on May 29, 1945, in Metropolis, Illinois, Hall dominated the pool scene for over four decades, earning over 100 professional titles.

This monumental work of pool brilliance – in this writer's opinion – needs to be given the proper introduction it so rightfully deserves. 

  When people think about the “mental game” in pool, they often picture themselves sitting in a chair, visualizing the moment they pocket the final 9-ball to win the U.S. Open. While visualization and controlled breathing are valuable tools, the foundation of mental strength is built through preparation and practice

The World Nineball Tour, in partnership with Puyat Sports, is thrilled to announce the return of the Reyes Cup — set to light up Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila once again from October 16–19, 2025. Broadcast live on One Sports and WNT TV, the four-day team clash promises even greater firepower, intensity, and drama, as Team Asia prepares to defend their crown on home soil.

This month, SPM Billiards Magazine Issue 54 focuses on McDermott Cue, who celebrates their 50th Anniversary, with an interview with Jayme Cernicka. We also have pulled together a best of the best from the best, Mark White. Check it out!

SPM Billiards Magazine has finally had the chance to interview the interviewer, the legendary Mark White. Prior to his most recent medical s

Issue 52 is out and hot off the presses. Gregory Scott Bush Cues takes the cover. This issue is packed with cue makers. Eric Naretto spotlig