“A snooker sensation,” St Mel’s College said of their student Joe Shannon after his recent win.
Joe Shannon won the Celbridge Junior Classic last weekend, lifting the Phil Martin Cup after dropping just one frame throughout the entire tournament, Longford Live reported.
The competition attracted more than 50 under-19 players representing 30 counties across the country. Joe’s dominant run through the bracket secured him the major junior snooker title at one of Ireland’s biggest events.
Snooker 900 Invitation
The Longford teenager’s victory has opened the door to an upcoming television appearance in the United Kingdom. Joe received an invitation to compete in the Snooker 900 after Christmas, where he will spend a week playing in televised matches.
St Mel’s College revealed that the transition year student will now practice with Irish professional Aaron Hill. That preparation brings the young player another step closer to his snooker dreams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joe Shannon?
Joe Shannon is a transition year student at St Mel’s College in Longford and a talented youth cueist who recently won the Celbridge Junior Classic.
What is the Snooker 900?
The Snooker 900 is a tournament in the UK where Joe has received an invitation to compete after Christmas. Joe Shannon has been invited to compete in the event after Christmas.
Who did Joe defeat to win the cup?
Joe lifted the Phil Martin Cup after a draw featuring more than 50 under-19 players from 30 counties, dropping only a single frame along the way.