Four area pool stars earn shot at huge Vegas event

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McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook area APA Pool Leagues will be well represented in the upcoming APA Poolplayer Championships, held annually in April at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino.

Kevin Owens from Curtis will compete in the 8-Ball Classic Singles Championship, and Ryan Lukas from McCook will play in the 9-Ball Shootout Singles Championship.

Jeremy Loomis (Hayes Center) and Brady Gittlein (Wauneta) will team up in the 9-Ball Doubles Championship.

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Players that earn a spot in the APA Poolplayer Championships compete against others at or near their own skill level on over 300 pool tables and for a share of over $800,000 in cash and prizes.

Players also enjoy a generous travel allowance and complimentary lodging at Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino, site of the APA Championship events.

For more information about the local APA Pool Leagues, call 308-350-8697. Follow the Western Nebraska APA on Facebook and Instagram.

Kevin Owens

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