APA is proud to announce a partnership with the Billiard Education Foundation (BEF) as the official travel sponsor for the BEF’s Team USA. Team USA is preparing to represent their country at the 2024 WPA World Junior 10-Ball Championships in Hamilton, New Zealand this September.
APA has a storied history of promoting and supporting pool at all levels and has a long history of championing and supporting youth players. This partnership helps ensure that America’s top young poolplayers can continue to develop as athletes and compete against the best the world has to offer.
“This new partnership with the BEF underscores APA’s commitment to nurturing young talent and providing them with opportunities to succeed,” said APA Marketing Director Jason Bowman. “Our organization has always been about creating opportunities for players, and this partnership allows us to extend that mission to the next generation of pool champions. We can’t wait to see what these young players will achieve on an international stage.”
With the funds raised from this partnership, the APA and BEF will cover the roundtrip airfare to New Zealand for the three junior 10-ball champions from the 2024 BEF Junior Nationals, which include: Adrian Prasad, Sofia Mast, and Hayden Ernst.
“Having the opportunity to compete on the world stage without the burden of travel expenses allows our players to focus on what they do best—playing exceptional pool,” said BEF managing director Shane Tyree. “We are grateful for the APA’s commitment to supporting the next generation of champions and look forward to seeing our players shine in New Zealand.”
The BEF has been dedicated to promoting the sport of billiards to young players across the United States for more than three decades. Its mission is to provide opportunities for personal growth and development through the game of billiards, emphasizing sportsmanship, leadership, and academic excellence. By partnering with the APA, the BEF is able to enhance its support for young players, ensuring they have the resources needed to compete at the highest levels.
For more information on the Billiard Education Foundation, visit BilliardEducation.org.