The Billiard Education Foundation (BEF) was formed in 1993 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity committed to promoting a lifelong love of pool and building the next generation of players through youth programs and academic scholarships.
The 2024 BEF Junior National Championships
The 2024 BEF Junior National Championships Will be held July 8 - 13th at the Oakley-Lindsay Convention Center in Quincy, Illinois.
Top young cueists will compete for academic scholarships, prizes, and an opportunity to represent the United States of America at the 2024 World Junior Pool Championships.
For more information about this event, including registration, hotel accommodations, schedule of events and more, please visit our events page here.
Please support our sponsors of this prestigious event
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EducateBEF Scholarships help fulfill the academic dreams of deserving youth who in turn make a positive impact on our sport and our society. | GiveWhen you partner with the BEF, a nonprofit 501(c)3 charitable organization, your generous contribution helps to support academic scholarships, Pool in School, and other youth billiard programs. | CompeteThe BEF works with all youth billiard programs across the country to qualify players for regional, national, and world junior championships. |
Player MembershipBecome a BEF Junior Member or login to renew your membership. | Become a SponsorHelp the Billiard Education Foundation by sponsoring the Junior National Championships. |
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TestimonialsThe youth are the future of the game, growing the next generation of players and customers. We believe this is a great opportunity to partner with the BEF and support the organization’s mission. Attendees will enjoy watching the best junior players in the country compete for a chance to represent the US in the World Junior Championships. Ivan Lee Being part of the BEF has given me the opportunity to play all over the world. It has also allowed me to meet some really great friends over the past years. and given me the chance to earn scholarship money for college. I am glad to be a part of the BEF. Briana Miller |