Sign-ups are continuing for the other events to be held this weekend, including the open 8-ball divisions and a scotch-doubles event, along with various other mini-tournaments.  This four-day billiard bonanza is the brainchild of promoters Bob and Eydie Romano and not o­nly boasts $40,000 in payouts based o­n full fields but promises to offer a ton of fun for all involved, both players and spectators.  The guaranteed $2,000-added 8-ball tournaments are set to get under way Friday around noon.

Cue makers like Leonard Bludworth and Jacoby cues are a few of the representing vendors. The event, sponsored by prominent beverage companies, such as Miller Brewing Company, Stolichnaya Vodka, and Canadian Club, also features an open amateur steak-eating contest featuring the belly-busting broilers from the hotel’s popular restaurant Algauer’s Grill, where if you can eat the entire steak, the meal is free!

In following the Midwest Open and Expo, served up last November, this event looks to be a great event, dishing out ample portions of competition, fun, and money!

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