Shoot to Kill
Pool League

$1,000,000
PRIZE POOL

The First and Only "Killer Pool" League

One Shot.
One Kill.
No Mercy.

The world's first pool league where amateurs can beat the pros. Pocket any ball and stay alive. Miss, and you're one step closer to elimination. Slop counts.

League Preview Nights How It Works

The Movement

"Pool has always been about the hustle, the drama, the crowd around the table. STK brings that back."

Founded by Neille Caroline, NYC's "Night Mayor" entrusted with Efren "The Magician" Reyes' road cue as he elevated the game to reach GOAT status, Shoot to Kill is the city's first pool league where the amateur shooting after work has the same chance to win as someone who's been playing for 20 years.

Our tiered handicap system levels the playing field. Beginners get five strikes. Pros play one-handed or must bank every shot. The format is simple: pocket any ball and stay alive. Miss, and you're one step closer to elimination. Slop counts.

Fast. Loud. Electric.

Unlike traditional leagues plagued by slow play and bureaucracy, STK games move fast — one shot per turn, three rounds per night, real-time scoring through our custom mobile app. Earn bonus points for supporting our venue partners. This is pool for people who actually want to have fun.

Team Competition

Rosters up to 20 players, 10 vs 10 each match night. A rotating social dynamic that transforms league night into your regular hangout. Build your roster, strategize your lineup, compete for the championship.

Real Stakes

Start earning your way to the One Million Dollar Prize Pool this season. Flash Cash nights, exclusive merchandise, private lessons, and invitations to the big show. Show up, get paid — your payout scales with attendance.

"When i call 'rack em', the city answers."

— Neille Caroline, Founder

How to Play

Simple rules. Intense gameplay. Here's everything you need to know.

Game Format — "Shoot to Kill"

Everyone plays at once. One shot. One chance. Sink or strike.

  • All players shoot on the same table, rotating turns
  • Each player gets ONE shot per turn
  • Pocket ANY ball to earn points and survive
  • Miss, scratch, or foul = 1 strike
  • Reach your strike limit = eliminated
  • Breaker gets one extra shot if no ball pocketed on break
  • Last player standing wins the round

Match Format — 3 Rounds

  • Round 1 (Standard): Every ball pocketed = 1 point. Top 2 advance to Shootout.
  • Round 2 (Double Points): Every ball pocketed = 2 points. Top 2 advance to Shootout.
  • Round 3 (Shootout): Top players compete. Making shootout = +5 pts, 2nd place = +10 pts, 1st place = +15 pts.

Handicap System

Players are handicapped based on skill level. Everyone gets a fair shot.

Tier Strikes Description
Rookie Reaper 5 Absolute beginner
Smooth Shooter 4 APA 2/3
Street Shark 3 Most players
Deadeye 2 Fargo 550+
Ghost Tier 3 + Challenge Open / Pro players (Fargo 650+) — must shoot one-handed, opposite-handed, or bank every shot

Roster Composition Rules

Team lineups are capped at 20 players maximum and must meet the following handicap composition requirements:

  • Max 2 Ghost Tier (3 strikes + challenge): They're special for a reason. This isn't an all-star team.
  • Max 2 Deadeyes (2 strikes): Enough heat to win, not enough to bully.
  • Street Sharks (3 strikes): The backbone of Shoot to Kill. They set the tone, keep matches honest, and make everyone else earn it.
  • Min 2 Smooth Shooters (4 strikes): If you can't develop players, you can't lead a team.
  • Min 2 Rookie Reapers (5 strikes): New blood is mandatory. Period.

All remaining lineup spots may be filled at the captain's discretion, provided the above limits and minimums are respected.

Enforcement: Lineups are validated at team lock-in. Players who level up mid-season remain lineup-legal. Any new addition must keep the team compliant at the time of signing.

Season Structure

  • Season Length: 16 weeks
  • Season Pass: $50 (league dues for 16 weeks)
  • Match Entry: $30 (covers all 3 rounds)
  • Schedule: One match per week — home and away rotation

Where We Play

NYC's best bars. Pool tables. Good drinks. Great competition.

Peck Slip Social

The league clubhouse where we have tastings and spirits education.

Financial District

Josie Woods

Classic NYU dive bar energy. Laid back fun.

Greenwich Village

Barfly

Neighborhood favorite with the perfect atmosphere for competition.

Gramercy

Double Down

Underground pool vibes. No pretense. Just play.

East Village

Sugar Mouse

East Village vibes with serious table action — this is where all the fun happens.

East Village

Launching Next Season

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League Preview Nights

Experience STK before the season starts. Cash prizes, 100% payout.

$25 / $50 / $100 Buy-In

100% Payout

$20 Pre-Sale Tournament Entry Fee

Start the season with 50 bonus points for attending.

Upcoming Dates

4.8 Junior's Billiards — Branford, CT
4.11 The Break Room — Stratford, CT
4.16 Fort Hamilton Distillery — Brooklyn, NY
4.30 Balboa Saloon — Newport Beach, CA
5.7 The Daily Pint — Santa Monica, CA
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Get In Touch

Questions? Want to host? Looking to sponsor? Hit us up.

stkpoolleague@gmail.com