The Sun City Palm Desert Billiards Club is a friendly group of neighbors who love the game. Beginners and experienced players are equally welcome.
Our Mission
The Billiards Club exists to provide a welcoming and inclusive place where members can relax, connect, and build lasting friendships. We foster camaraderie, mutual support, and a strong sense of belonging through shared social, competitive, educational, and charitable experiences.
Our club offers high-quality facilities, professionally run events, and a wide variety of activities that allow members to participate, contribute, and grow at every level. We celebrate individual accomplishments, encourage the exchange of ideas and expertise, and create opportunities for meaningful interaction among members and their families.
We strive to be a club our members are proud to belong to — one that reflects excellence, community stewardship, and a commitment to making a positive difference.
Board of Directors
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Richard Bettinson |
| Vice President (News & Views) | Don Campbell |
| Secretary | Mary Bettinson |
| Treasurer | Chuck Rinkey |
| Board Member (Tournaments) | Mike Levee |
Support Team
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Tournament Coordinator — B & Partners Tournament | Sandy Schachter |
| Tournament Coordinator — Wednesday Night League | Pat Powers |
| Table & Ball Cleaning | Glenn Andrews, Farrell Foumberg |
| Web Master | Richard Gilbert |
| ICATS System Trainer | Jim Gorman |
| Drinking Water | Malcolm Gochioco |
| Equipment Maintenance | Dave Spalasso |
Meetings
Club meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 PM, right after the monthly luncheon at noon. The agenda and minutes are emailed to members as soon as possible after each meeting.
Our Billiards Hall
- 8 Diamond Pro-Am tables with Simonis cloth and pro pockets
- 8 Diamond table lights (1,440 lumens). Table 5 has a dimmer for ICATS training.
- Spectator seating: Boss Ivy League executive chairs and Hathaway spectator chairs
- ICATS — a computerized projection system for training
Why Members Love It
Good for the body
- Gentle exercise — walking, bending and stretching, easy on the joints
- Improves hand-eye coordination, fine motor control and balance
Good for the mind
- Strategy, shot planning and geometry keep your focus sharp
- Staying active in body and mind may support cognitive health as we age
Good company
- A regular, low-pressure reason to see neighbors
- Friendly competition and good conversation
- New friendships, and a chance to meet people from other parts of Sun City
- Easy to learn, with plenty of room to grow
