{"product_id":"national-open-entry-5th-8th-november-2026","title":"National Open Entry - 5th-8th November 2026","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUltimate Pool USA – National Open 2026\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLocation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarrah's Cherokee Casino Resort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 777 Casino Drive\u003cbr\u003e Cherokee, NC 28719\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNovember 5–8, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ultimate Pool USA National Open returns as part of Grand Finals week at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort. With a 512-player field, a \u003cstrong\u003e$20,000 first prize\u003c\/strong\u003e, and four days of world-class competition, this is one of the biggest open 8-ball events in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're chasing the title, testing yourself against the best, or simply looking to be part of one of the sport's premier events, this is your chance to compete on one of the biggest stages in Ultimate Pool USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEntry Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEntry Fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $200 ($180 entry + $20 equipment\/registration fee)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayer Cap:\u003c\/strong\u003e 512 Players Maximum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round robin group stage followed by either the Main Event or Second Chance single-elimination brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuaranteed 4 matches based on a full field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPL 8-Ball Rules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-foot tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo jump shots or jump cues permitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScheduled match times throughout the event\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrize money paid via bank transfer within 14 business days of the event finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMain Event Prize Breakdown (Top 128 Paid)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePrize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eChampion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$20,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eRunner-Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$10,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSemi-Finalists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$5,000 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eQuarter-Finalists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$2,400 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLast 16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$1,200 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLast 32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$600 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLast 64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$300 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLast 128\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$150 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSecond Chance Event Prize Breakdown (Top 32 Paid)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003ePrize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eChampion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$2,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eRunner-Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$1,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSemi-Finalists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$500 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eQuarter-Finalists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$300 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLast 16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$150 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLast 32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e$100 each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAccommodation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBook your stay at discounted rates through our official accommodation partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ultimatepoolusa.hotelplanner.com\/evt\/e0dd6016a3fa31b9fb3855ba6819874d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBook offsite hotel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/book.passkey.com\/go\/s11upl\" title=\"Booking onsite hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBook onsite hotel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend booking early, as hotel rooms during Grand Finals week are expected to sell quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTournament Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreliminary Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e128 Groups of 4 Players\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRace to 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top two players from each group progress to the Main Event, while the bottom two players enter the Second Chance Event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Event\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal 256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Elimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRace to 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal: Race to 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSecond Chance Event\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal 256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle Elimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRace to 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShot Clock \u0026amp; Match Timing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll matches operate with an unofficial 30-second shot clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTV Table matches use an official 30-second shot clock, controlled by the referee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring the final 10 minutes of TV Table matches, the shot clock is reduced to 15 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTV Table matches also have a 40-minute match clock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a match is tied when time expires, the winner will be determined by a \u003cstrong\u003e6-Ball Shootout\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDress Code\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help maintain a professional playing environment, all players are required to follow the dress code below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePermitted Attire\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying jersey, collared shirt, or polo shirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress slacks or trousers in any color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWomen may wear neat, full-length leggings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart predominantly black sneakers or dress shoes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart hoodies or jackets may be worn during play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Permitted\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphones or earbuds during play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny clothing outside of these guidelines must be approved in advance by the Tournament Directors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTV Table Logo Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSponsor logos may not exceed \u003cstrong\u003e6 × 3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and must be positioned on the front\/chest area or sleeves. Ultimate Pool USA reserves the right to request that any logo be covered or removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValid photo ID is required for participation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlayers will receive additional event information via email closer to the event. Please check your inbox and junk folder after entering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow Ultimate Pool USA on social media for official event updates, schedules, and live coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne entry per person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf a player withdraws and an alternate is available to take the spot, a refund may be issued.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltimate Pool USA retains 25% of any refunded entry fee to cover administration and processing costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltimate Pool USA reserves the right to refuse any entry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedia Release\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy entering the National Open, players grant Ultimate Pool USA permission to use photographs and video footage captured during the tournament for live broadcasts, social media, promotional material, advertising, and future marketing purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ultimate Pool USA Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53594172555540,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0861\/9242\/3188\/files\/NationalOpen2026Poster.png?v=1785966296","url":"https:\/\/ultimatepoolusashop.com\/products\/national-open-entry-5th-8th-november-2026","provider":"Ultimate Pool USA Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}