The BCA Junior Nationals is the most prestigious event in youth billiards.  Tournament champions earn the right to represent the United States at the 2004 WPA Junior World 9-Ball Championship (dates and location TBD).  The WPA is the World Pool-Billiard Association, the global governing body of the sport of pool. The World Confederation of Billiard Sports (WCBS) is the world body for pool, billiards and snooker.  The International Olympic Committee has recognized WCBS as a permanent member.  Additionally, cue sports made its debut as a medal sport at the 2001 World Games in Akita, Japan.  Jeanette Lee represented the United States well and brought home the gold medal. During the 2002 WPA Junior World 9-Ball Championship, BCA Junior National champions placed among the word's top players, with Shane Hennen taking home the 2nd place title, Tyler Strawn following in 3rd place and Michelle Rakin in 9th place. Competition at the BCA Junior National 9-Ball Championships will be conducted o­n 9-foot tables, but qualifiers may be held o­n 7', 8' or 9' tables.  The list of qualifiers throughout the continent is listed below and available o­n the BCA website. For more information o­n entering the tournament or hosting a qualifier, please contact BCA Youth & League Programs Coordinator Carrie Benson at 719.264.8300 or carrie-benson@bca-pool.com.

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