Jacksonville, FL – A Bold New Era for Professional Billiards Begins
The Predator Pro Billiard Series has officially selected Jacksonville, Florida as the long-term home for its season finale, marking a major milestone for the sport and the city. Beginning in December 2025, Jacksonville will host the dramatic close to each Pro Billiard Series season through 2028, thanks to a multi-year partnership between Predator Group, Visit Jacksonville, and the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.
This historic decision cements Jacksonville’s place on the global billiards map—not just as the headquarters of cutting-edge cue sports technology, but now as the final stage for the world’s elite players.
“Bringing the Pro Billiard Series season finale to Jacksonville is more than just exciting — it’s deeply meaningful for us,” said Karim Belhaj, CEO of Predator Group. “This is our hometown, where our journey started and where our innovations are created every day. Now, the best players in the world will gather here every year to write the final chapter of each season. It’s a full-circle moment — Jacksonville deserves to be on the world billiards map, and we’re proud to make that happen.”
🎯 2025 Season Finale: Women’s World 9-Ball Championship & Men’s Open
The inaugural Jacksonville edition will debut December 16–21, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, and will feature:
- 🎱 The prestigious WPA Women’s World 9-Ball Championship
- 🎱 A high-stakes Men’s Open tournament
Together, these events will deliver world-class cue sports action, spotlight Jacksonville as a global billiards destination, and launch a new chapter in professional pool.
🌟 2026 and Beyond: Introducing Pro Billiard Series All-Stars Week
Starting in 2026, the season finale will evolve into All-Stars Week, a new flagship event that will bring together:
- Top 12 men and top 12 women from the Pro Billiard Series rankings
- 4 wild card selections per division
- Elite singles and doubles formats across both men’s and women’s fields
This format promises six days of elite-level competition, strategic drama, and thrilling performances in both individual and team play. And it will all unfold exclusively in Jacksonville, giving fans a new December tradition in the world of billiards.
🌐 A World-Class Billiards Destination
With its beautiful riverfront views, thriving downtown, and strong ties to the cue sports industry, Jacksonville is now poised to become a year-end mecca for fans, players, and global audiences.
The move aligns with the Pro Billiard Series’ mission to innovate and grow the sport, and positions Jacksonville as a key pillar in professional billiards’ international future.
📍 Mark your calendars: December 16–21, 2025 – The world’s best will converge in Jacksonville. And they’ll keep coming back.
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