World Eightball Pool Federation (WEPF)

The World Eightball Pool Federation (WEPF) is the international governing body for the sport of eight-ball pool, promoting and organizing competitions globally. The federation aims to promote the sport among various nations and maintain standardized rules and regulations to enhance the competitive atmosphere.

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International Cooperation Strengthens Eightball Pool Governance

A landmark cooperation announced on the federation's website details a collaborative agreement—facilitated by Ultimate Pool—between the International Blackball Federation (IBF) and the International Eightball Pool Federation (IEPF). The partnership will coordinate event schedules, share infrastructure and resources, secure sponsorships, and launch charitable initiatives aimed at bolstering the sport globally.

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Latest Events

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2023

International Cooperation Strengthens Eightball Pool Governance
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A landmark cooperation announced on the federation's website details a collaborative agreement—facilitated by Ultimate Pool—between the International Blackball Federation (IBF) and the International Eightball Pool Federation (IEPF). The partnership will coordinate event schedules, share infrastructure and resources, secure sponsorships, and launch charitable initiatives aimed at bolstering the sport globally.
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Public and Political Behavior

April 6

The cooperative agreement reflects a commitment to collaborative governance and democratic, community-focused public behavior. Regular coordination and mutual respect between major federations promote inclusivity and transparency in the sport’s administration.

International Eightball Pool Federation
+20

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

April 6

The agreement includes sponsorship facilitation and commercial support initiatives that promote ethical business practices in sports. By helping secure funding and organizing world championships, the federation endorses socially responsible commercial collaboration.

International Eightball Pool Federation
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Economic and Structural Influence

April 6

The partnership enhances the structural and economic framework of eightball pool governance. Shared infrastructure, coordinated event calendars, and resource pooling signal a positive restructuring that benefits both organizational efficiency and the overall sport community.

International Eightball Pool Federation
OCT

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2023

WEPF's Discriminatory Transgender Eligibility Policy Reversal
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In October 2023, the World Eightball Pool Federation (WEPF) reversed its previous guideline that barred transgender athletes by allowing them to compete only if they had identified as female for at least four years and provided evidence of lowered testosterone levels. This decision has raised concerns over inclusivity and the marginalization of transgender competitors.