11-Year-Old Reading Boy Wins Third Snooker Trophy

Chester Chan dominates under-21 tournament circuit in breakout season

Apr. 9, 2026 at 5:14am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the intense focus and rapid movements of a young snooker player, with vibrant colors representing the table felt, cue stick, and pool balls.An 11-year-old snooker prodigy's breakout season showcases the growing popularity of the sport among American youth.Reading Today

An 11-year-old boy from Reading, Pennsylvania has won his third snooker trophy in a single season at an under-21 tournament. Chester Chan has emerged as a dominant force on the Cuestars junior snooker circuit, showcasing impressive skills for his young age.

Why it matters

Chan's success at such a young age highlights the growing popularity of snooker among youth in the United States, where the sport has traditionally lagged behind other countries. His performance could inspire more young people to take up the game and help grow the sport's profile domestically.

The details

Chester Chan first joined the Cuestars junior snooker league last year and has quickly risen to the top, winning three trophies in the under-21 division over the course of the current season. Coaches say he was not a complete beginner when he started, indicating he had some prior experience with the sport.

  • Chester Chan won his third Cuestars Trophy on April 8, 2026.
  • He joined the Cuestars junior snooker league last year.

The players

Chester Chan

An 11-year-old snooker prodigy from Reading, Pennsylvania who has won three trophies on the Cuestars junior circuit this season.

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The takeaway

Chester Chan's impressive performance on the junior snooker circuit at just 11 years old demonstrates the growing appeal of the sport among American youth. His success could inspire more young people to pick up a cue and help grow the profile of snooker in the United States.