Tuesday, April 14, 2009

2008 National Pool Championships




An annual open event designated to recognize and honor the top players in the Philippines, the 3rd BSCP National Pool Championships attracted 120 pool players from all over the country.

Seasoned Marlon Manalo effortlessly knocked down all his opponents to win the 2008 National Men's Champion award. Manalo has gathered medals in the Asian and Southeast Asian Games both in billiards and snooker disciplines.

19-year old, Zemonette Oryan bested the women's event winning the 2008 National Women's Champion award. A new talent from Iloilo, Monette outskilled her veteran rivals with another new player, Floriza Andal from Laguna who settled for the 1st runner-up award.

The top four male players were awarded a slot to the 1st WPA World 10-Ball Championship held in Manila.