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Big Improvements from the BCA! League System Sale Puts Players First Colorado Springs, CO - According to Billiard Congress of America (BCA) President John Stransky, "The Billiard Congress of America couldn't be more optimistic about the recent transfer of ownership for the BCA League System. Mark Griffin is the new owner, and he has the players' and league operators' interests first and foremost in his mind and in his plans."
The transfer of ownership will occur on June 1, 2004. May 14-22, 2004, Mr. Griffin will take part in the BCA National 8-Ball Championships and will be meeting with players, league operators, BCA State Association officials, referees and vendors, both formally and informally (his daily schedule will be posted at the BCA check-in desk). While none of the league policies, procedures or fees will change, Mr. Griffin has many plans to improve the BCA League System and is open to ideas to increase player participation and satisfaction. BCA Executive Director Stephen Ducoff said, "The Billiard Congress of America staff from Colorado Springs will be checking in players, distributing player gift bags, handling roster changes and, most importantly, paying out an expected $800,000 in prize money. Play will be organized and kept on track by Mr. Gary Benson and his tireless staff from High Country Promotions. Mr. Roger Glenn, recently named as the BCA Director of Referees, will coordinate and supervise the nation's premier referee staff." "Change is never easy, but it's exciting," said Mr. Griffin. "The BCA League System is no exception. I encourage everyone with a question, concern or comment to talk with me and visit our website to find out as much as you can about my experience, dedication and respect for the sport and the players." As a trade organization, the BCA will continue to work toward its vision to make billiards the number-one participation sport in the world. Through the International Billiard & Home Recreation Expo and programs for BCA Juniors, Billiard Education Foundation Scholarships, Instructors and continuing education, the BCA trade organization is dedicated to providing its members with exceptional service by promoting and growing cue sports worldwide. The Billiard Congress of America is a non-profit 501(c)(6) trade organization, dedicated to providing its members with exceptional value by promoting and growing cue sports worldwide. The BCA supports its membership with educational programs, the International Billiard & Home Recreation Expo, tournaments and other programs designed to make pool everybody's game. Media Contact - BCA Trade Organization: Amy Long, Director of Marketing & Business Development 719.264.8300 x104 amy-long@bca-pool.com Media Contact - BCA League System: Mark Griffin 907.351-7300 markg@bcapoolleague.com Amy Long Director of Marketing & Business Development International Billiard & Home Recreation ExpoApril 7-9, 2005Las Vegas Convention Center Visit InsidePOOL for the latest from the sport of billiards and pool.
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