Jean Balukas
Jean Balukas was a child prodigy who dominated women’s pool in the 1970s and 1980s, winning more than 100 professional tournaments.
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Born | 28 June 1959, New York City |
| Discipline | Straight pool, nine-ball |
Career highlights
- US Open Straight Pool Champion every year from 1972 to 1978
- WPBA World Straight Pool Champion (1977, 1978, 1980, 1982, 1983)
- WPBA World Nine-ball Champion (1988)
- Youngest inductee into the Billiard Congress of America Hall of Fame (1985)
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