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2016 State Pool Tournament
AMVETS State Pool Tournament
Hosted by Post 1985, Lancaster
Hosted by: AMVETS Post 1985 – Lancaster, Ohio
Dates: February 14–15, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: 700 S. Maple Street, Lancaster, OH 43130
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Join us for the 2026 AMVETS State Pool Tournament, hosted at Post 1985 in Lancaster! This annual event brings together AMVETS, Auxiliary, and Sons members from across Ohio for two days of friendly competition, camaraderie, and community spirit.
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Entry Fee: $25.00 per player (paid at the tournament)
Entry Deadline: February 9, 2026
Each participating post should submit an entry form with player names and contact details. Please mail completed forms to:
AMVETS Post 1985
ATTN: Pool Tourney
700 S. Maple Street, Lancaster, OH 43130
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just joining for the fun, this is a great way to represent your post, meet fellow members, and enjoy a weekend of great sportsmanship and fellowship.
For questions or to confirm your team’s entry, contact Mike Pitman at 937-308-6602 or mike.pitman.57@gmail.com
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NEW RULES (Adopted on 17 Feb. 2019)
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Number of minimum tables will now be 6 not 10.
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Tournament will run on Valley Rules.
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Deleted number of players per past membership quota. Any player will be allowed to play regardless of number of people of Post membership.
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No more Post maximums for participation. Any number from each Post can play.
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Players can now break their own rack.
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If 8-Ball is made on the break the player has the option to spot the 8-Ball and play table as is or re-rack and opponent breaks.
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All balls are neutral including the 8-Ball.
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If a player scratches on the 8-Ball the opponent has the ball in hand. It is not a loss unless the player pockets the 8-Ball and scratches.
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Patch rule is deleted. Just call the pocket in which you intend to make the ball.