VNEA is an association of nearly nearly 100,000 sanctioned pool players and nearly 400 league franchise holders, equipment suppliers and other businesses, who work together to provide increased interest in the game of pool. The mission of the association is to encourage pool players to form leagues and play in weekly competition on pool tables owned by the franchise holders.. The association’s goals and objectives include more fun and consistent organization, events and other benefits for the player members, and a more stable, growing and prosperous industry for the business members..