Members of the first-ever contest between Sundance and PebbleCreek Billiards Clubs (from left): Sundance’s Bob Fletcher, Calvin Brown, Neale Smith, Tom Godlewski, and Steve Farmer; PebbleCreek’s Rene Lefebvre, Dan Harris (photographer), Lynn Warren, Bill Frustaglia, and Clay Beeson.
Dan Harris, travel team coordinator
On Jan. 12, the PebbleCreek Billiards Club (PCBC) traveled to the Sundance Community Center in Buckeye for their first-ever matchup against the Sundance Billiards Club—an exciting 8-ball shootout played on two meticulously carved 8-foot Brunswick tables with rich red felt.
PCBC delivered a commanding performance, sweeping both matches and winning 44 games to Sundance’s 21.
The opening match was a grueling, but fast paced, one-on-one 8-ball series: each of PCBC’s five players faced off against each of Sundance’s five players twice, for a total of 50 games, of short-rack 8-ball. The contest stayed neck-and-neck through the first 12 games, but PCBC surged ahead with sharp shooting and steady play, ultimately securing a 31-19 win. Leading the charge was PCBC’s Lynn Warren, who topped both teams by winning an impressive eight of his 10 games.
In the second match, the format shifted to a ranked head-to-head setup, pairing players according to their first-match win totals. With time running short, each pair played three standard 8-ball games (15 games total). PCBC carried their momentum forward and dominated, winning 13-2. Standouts included Lynn Warren, Dan Harris, and Bill Frustaglia, each of whom went a perfect 3-0 in their matchups.
Though the scoreboard tilted heavily in PCBC’s favor, the four-hour morning was defined by far more than the score. Players from both clubs showcased excellent shot-making, displayed true sportsmanship, and built new friendships across the table. The friendly rivalry was spirited but gracious, with plenty of laughs and mutual respect.
Anticipation is already building for next month’s rematch, when Sundance travels to PebbleCreek for the return leg—giving the hosts a chance to defend home turf and the visitors an opportunity to even the series.