From the U.S., Johnny “The Scorpion” Archer (number two in the world and a member of the U.S. Mosconi Cup squad); Dan Louie (World All-Round Champion); Glen Atwell (winner of the U.S. Open in Reno this month); Ernesto Dominguez; and Mike Massey, who is currently being seen in the latest pool flick, “Poolhall Junkies,” in which he plays a key role.

From Europe, Chris Almond, Imran Majid, Huidji See, Dean Masters, Adam Clarke, Dean Coombes, Steven Evans and Justin Anderson from the UK, Stefan Santl from Germany.  Ralf Souquet, Germany’s top ranked player and a member of the Champion Mosconi Cup squad from Europe, is also slated to enter.

Play starts o­n April 15 at the Olympic Oval and Great White Billiards and goes through the week leading up to the finals.  There will also be a great trick shot exhibition by Cliff Thorburn and Mike Massey o­n Saturday night at the Oval.

Tickets are available daily or in the form of an event pass. For information and interviews, contact Paul Hanson at 620-3828 (cell) or 515-1078 (pager), the club at 403-253-1830, or email gwbpool@telus.net