Faces of the APA:
Josh Baker

APA member Josh Baker was enjoying the wins he had earned in the 8-Ball Classic. Baker is a member from Effingham, Ill. and competed in the Yellow Tier as a SL4 at the National Singles Championships.

“I’m pleased with my game so far. I’m doing pretty well. I just hope my winning streak takes me to the Finals,” said Baker. At the time of the picture, Baker just won his match 3 to 1 and earned an 8-on-the-Break patch in the first game. “Getting a patch at Nationals is pretty cool,” said Baker. “There are some really good players here and sometimes the pressure is challenging, but this is the ultimate experience!”

Baker ended the 8-Ball Classic in 5th Place in the Yellow Tier.

This article orginally appeared in the Summer 2005 issue of The American Poolplayer Magazine produced by the American Poolplayers Association.