By Virginie Mousset
Sixteen year old Julian Roper from Stocksbridge, Sheffield is officially England’s youngest snooker referee.
Snooker obsessed Julian, passed his class three snooker exam on December 17, and got his first official engagement on the 23rd of January. The Sheffield and District Snooker Association asked him to referee one of their junior ranking tournaments at Riley’s Club, on Birley Moor Road.
Julian’s love for snooked came from his grandfather, who has been taking him to the World Championships at the Crucible since he was six.
“Julian has been obsessed with snooker since he was very young. It was Julian’s wish to become a referee. None of the family were surprised he passed!”
Currently studying at Hillsborough College, Julian is hoping that he will one day accomplish his dream of becoming a Class One referee and oversee World Championship matches at the Crucible.
If you are a snooker fan yourself, Sheffield & District Snooker Association hold tournaments for the under 18s on a regular basis.
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