About Us

About The Billiards Life 89

Welcome to The Billiards Life 89, where the game is more than a pastime, it’s a way of life.

My name is Kelly, and billiards has been part of my world since childhood. My journey began at just five years old, when my father opened Pockets Billiards in 1989. That pool hall became more than a business. It became a community, a classroom, and the foundation of everything this brand represents. After my father passed in 2014, our family kept the doors open, and to this day, Pockets Billiards continues to welcome regulars and new faces alike.

Over the years, I’ve learned the game from every angle. I’ve played thousands of matches, competed in tournaments, taken my chances in one-on-one games, and currently play in both APA and BCA leagues. Along the way, I’ve earned a reputation as one of the highest-ranked women players in my area. More importantly, I’ve learned the culture, the mindset, and the unspoken language of the pool hall.

The Billiards Life 89 was created by combining that lifelong experience with my second passion: graphic design. I set out to build a billiards lifestyle brand unlike anything else, one that reflects the humor, grit, creativity, and pride of real players. Every design is created with intention, inspired by the people, moments, and stories that make billiards what it is.

Today, the store features billiards-themed apparel, hoodies, tote bags, puzzles, mugs, gift wrap, and more, with new products and collections continually in the works. These aren’t just items. They’re pieces of the game you can wear, use, and bring into your everyday life.

Thank you for supporting The Billiards Life 89 and for helping keep the spirit of the pool hall alive for generations to come.