On February 21, 2026, Mr. Eric Danielson held a BEF Nationals Qualifier at Two Stooges in Fridley, MN.  Twenty-three Junior Althletes attended the event and participated in 3 divisions of 8-Ball.  

Winning 1st place in the 18U Boys division was Carter Orton, and the runner-up was Dakota Braund.

Winning 1st place in the 16U Boys division was Chip Allyn, runner-up was Gavin Wiedmann and in 3rd place was Tyson Berstrom.

Winning 1st place in the 16U Girls division was Aalinah Fulgren, runner-up was Emilliana Wilson, and 3rd place was Kelci Sik.

Congratulations to all who participated and we will see you in Dubuque!