The Spot Hosts the 78th World 14.1

The greatest 14.1 players in history come back each year to vie for the most prestigious & traditional title in pool

New York City- One era ends, and a new era begins. After 5 years, the World 14.1 will be moving to a new venue, the recently opened The Spot Billiards Cafe. On August 13-19th, 2018, The Spot will have the honor of hosting the longest running and oldest tradition in billiards, the World Tournament of 14.1. For well over a decade, the World Tournament of 14.1 will be staged which has already set the record as the longest consecutive run of the championship ever in its 106 year history, with Dragon Promotions continuing at the helm. This year's 78th WorldTournament of 14.1 will be presented by BottleDeck.net . A star studded 48 player round-robin field is expected for this year's lineup that will be aiming to win the world's greatest straight pool championship. The World 14.1 is sanctioned by the WSA World Sports Alumni. "Upon visiting the Spot Billiards my very first time, I knew right away it would be a fantastic venue for the World 14.1. Everything in the room is pristine and well thought out. You can tell the owners took great care in making sure their room would not just satisfy players of all backgrounds, but also that it would be capable of hosting world class events", said Charlie Williams, Executive Producer of Dragon Promotions and CEO of the WSA World Sports Alumni.

"We love the enthusiasm and hospitality that the Spot Billiard Cafe has given thus far. We feel confident that the players and fans are going to love the new look of the World Tournament", said Cindy Lee, CEO of Dragon Promotions. “We are excited and honored to be hosting this prestigious event. The Spot family has been both fan and participants of the sport. We are excited to bring this level of play to our hometown in the Hudson Valley ", said Lenore Donovan-Chen, co-owner of The Spot. She continues, "One of our goals is to help educate and teach the next generation about billiards. We believe that the local pool-player, as well as the adjoining communities, will enjoy the opportunity to witness a world championship event right in their hometown. Our goal as both avid fans and players of the sport is to help teach the next generation about the game and the multiple ways in which it helps to think critically and strategically all while using mathematics and science." The Spot has a total of 22 pool tables compiled of 14 regulation and 8 bar tables with a full bar that also serves food. The Spot has hosted numerous regional pro-am tournaments as well as operating their own successful in-house tournaments that have 100% entry pay-outs. On top of special tournaments, the Spot hosts a variety of league play including team 8 ball, individual 9 ball and 14.1 weekly events. In additional to offering the best billiard conditions in the local area, the Spot provides guests with multiple forms of entertainment ranging from darts to ping pong to chess and an arcade room. The Spot also has space available for party rentals as well.

A positive vibe fills the atmosphere of The Spot Qualifier events will be held once again and interested poolrooms may contact 407-782-4978 or worldstraightpoolchampionships@gmail.com Livestream will be available for all TV table matches. Pay-Per-View will be announced and available shortly. Event elite partners include Mr.Tom Gleich, Dr. Gregory Diehl, Mr. Greg Hunt of Amsterdam Billiards, and Mr. Harold Siegel of Excelsior Graphics. The World Tournament Official Equipment will feature all matches played on: Official Cloth: Andy Cloth Official Balls: Aramith Balls. Official Spa : Your Backyard Superstore Official Tennis Sponsor: The FTT Florida Tennis Tour Official Magazine : Pool & Billiard Magazine Official Marketing Firm: Orlando Synergy Sanctioned by the World Sports Alumni

78th AndyClothUSA.com World 14.1 on August 13-19, 2018 at The Spot Billiard Cafe in Nanuet, NY. 37 invited pros and 11 qualifier winners. Register your entries now! WorldStraightPoolChampionships@gmail.com Call 407-782-4978 In addition, the 8th Annual Straight Pool Hall of Fame Banquet will take place in the middle of the event on August 15th at 7:00pm. Every year the popular dinner sells out with all the pool stars and legends attending.

The 14.1 HOF is always the hottest ticket in town every year with laughter & tears Great players have been honored & fans of billiards have been treated to some unforgettable moments during the past decade of the World 14.1 revival

Be a proud sponsor of the most prestigious and classiest event in the United States, the World Tournament of 14.1 which has been ongoing since 1912. For only $250, become part of the elite World141 Club and garner all the benefits that well exceed the money you will spend. Click here for full details. We invite you to join this year's 78th anniversary event in New York City as a supporter or attendee. For those interested in a higher level of support as one of our advertisers or elite World 14.1 Patrons, please reply here or call 407-782-4978 .

Throughout a decade, Dragon Promotions has been able to revitalize straight pool back into the sport and to new audiences. In 2006, straight pool was near it’s complete death in the US. Since then we have poured our resources in media, finance, and know-how to grow the popularity of 14.1. Today, the consensus among the professionals on tour is that the World 14.1 is one of, if not the most, important titles to win in America. Something not expected decades ago. Sponsors are welcomed to contact 407-782-4978 Also for tickets, Vendors, tournament entries and information: worldstraightpoolchampionships@gmail.com Follow our daily social media updates at : Visit www.facebook.com/Worldstraightpool www.twitter.com/Dragonpromoter & www.instagram.com/dragonpromotions .

7 Time World 14.1 Champion Willie Mosconi

Since 2001, Dragon Promotions and Orlando Synergy Marketing have been event organizing and brand marketing worldwide. As one of the leading producers and sports programming in the world today covering billiards, tennis, football, golf, MMA, charity events and more. In a span of 18 years, Dragon Promotions has produced over 500 international events and over a 1000 hours of original television programming airing on TV networks globally from the USA, China, Philippines, South Korea, Canada, the Middle East, all of Asia, and Europe. Events include the Kings Cup, the NFL Alumni Pro Bowl Party, The WSA Super Bowl Party, The Florida Tennis Tour, The World Tournament of 14.1, KIA Motors Football Korea vs Philippines, The Women's International Pool Championship , Dragon MMA Combat Night, The Queens Cup, The African American Tennis Tournament, The Orlando United Tennis Open, The International 10-Ball Championship, King & Queen of Carom, The Typhoon Haiyan Tennis Tournament, Pro Pool Schools, Women's Trickshot Challenge, World Junior 10-Ball Championships, The World Mixed Doubles, the Vietnamese Tennis Open and many more. Visit www.dragonpromotions.com For interest in marketing and branding your company, business, or events please contactOrlando Synergy at 1-407-782-4978 or email support@dragonpromotions.com

Dragon Promotions & Orlando Synergy are event organizing and marketing companies respectively. Visit www.dragonpromotions.com For interest in marketing and branding your company, business, or events please contact Orlando Synergy at 1-407-782-4978 or email support@dragonpromotions.com

Executive Producer Charlie Williams, Reigning World 14.1 Champion Lee Van Corteza, Silver Medalist Thorsten Hohmann, and Tournament Director John Leyman The rest of the results can be found at TheWorldTournament.com

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Sanctioned by the World Sports Alumni

To become a sponsor or patron supporter of the World 14.1 :WorldStraightPoolChampionships@gmail.com Call 407-782-4978

Dragon Promotions & Orlando Synergy are event organizing and marketing companies respectively. Visit www.dragonpromotions.com

For interest in marketing and branding your company, business, or events please contact Orlando Synergy at 1-407-782-4978 or email support@dragonpromotions.com