Scoring Systems

 The 17-point scoring system is a common 8-ball scoring method used in pool leagues including some BCA leagues. The winner of each game earns 10 points plus one (1) point for each ball the opponent has remaining on the table. The loser of each game earns one (1) point for each ball pocketed (i.e. solids or stripes) for a maximum of seven (7) points. The combined score from both players always adds up to 17.

 Advantages 

• Scoring is simple. At the end of each game, the score is quickly determined by the balls left on the table. There is no need to track innings, safeties or anything else during the game.
• Players earn more points.. Players earn points even when they lose games. It's not much fun to play well and make several balls only to get a score of zero (0). With the 17-point system, players often get some credit even when they lose.   

 The 1-point scoring system, also known as the win/loss system, is one of the most common scoring methods used for 8 Ball & 9 Ball in pool leagues. Players earn one (1) point for winning each game and the loser gets zero (0). 

 Advantages 

•  Scoring is simple. The score of each game is determined simply by who won and lost. There is no need to track balls, innings, safeties or anything else during or after a game. 
•  There is usually an incentive to win the game. Because wins are one (1) point and losses are zero (0), there is usually a strong incentive to win the game.     

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