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Hi there! My name is Serena Black and I am an 18 year old pool player from Central Illinois. I began playing pool when I was twelve years old. In the last six years, I have traveled the country competing at state, national, and international levels. Recently, I received an extended invitation to compete in the 2016 World Junior 9-Ball Championships held in Shanghai, China. At the end of November, I will compete with the absolute best Junior Billiards adversaries in the world.
When I first began competeing I did not expect my career to flourish. I began to realize I had underestimated the possibilities when I captured multiple state and national titles. In 2015 I was the first reserve player for Team USA in the Atlantic Challenge Cup against Europe. In 2016, I surpassed my previous years status and became one of two females sected to represent my country in that very same competition. Until now, achieving a starting position on Team USA had been unprecedented. Competing in the World Junior Championships would give me the opportunity to experience cultural diversity and education. I know it will be a life changing experience. The opportunities that contine to arise only encourage me to continue pursuing my dreams.
The trip to China is very costly. Between flights, lodging, meals, and various expenses the bill is going to be immense. We have set up a fundraising paypal account to help assist with the expenses for this trip. My family and I appreciate any contributions made. Any larger companies or businesses that wish to be represented along with their contributions are welcome to send patches that I can sport on my case overseas.
Thank you!
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