Get to know Steve
Steve "Blue Shark" Markle
Steve was born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania (USA) and still currently lives there with his wife Carolyn. Steve has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from West Chester University and a MOPETC certification from Temple University. Along with being one of the top professional players in the world, Steve is also a police officer.
Steve is currently world ranked 9th by the WPA (World Pool Association) and 3rd by the BCA (Billiard Congress of America). He is also Pennsylvania's only professional player. Steve has over 50+ million trick shot videos views, has been featured on multiple national TV networks, and featured in two commercials (Lincoln Nautilus & Evan Williams Bourbon).
NOTABLE TOURNAMENT ACHEIVEMENTS
- 2023 US Nationals Champion
- ESPN World Cup of Trick Shots - Runner Up
- 9X Tournament Discipline Champion
- 1X Masse World Champion
- 2024 Masters & US Nationals - Semifinalist
- 2023 World Championship - Semifinalist
- WPA - APD Board Member (2024-Present)