British · Bristol, England · Born 27 February 1993British professional snooker player who became one of the few women to earn a World Snooker Tour card through Q School qualification in 2020.
Born on 27 February 1993 in Britain, Rebecca Kenna emerged from the amateur snooker scene to become one of the most prominent female players to compete on the professional World Snooker Tour. Growing up during an era when women's participation in mainstream snooker remained limited, she developed her skills through local clubs and regional competitions before setting her sights on breaking into the male-dominated professional circuit. Kenna's breakthrough came through her performances at Q School, snooker's grueling qualification tournament that determines Tour Card allocation for the following seasons. Her success in earning a coveted Tour Card marked a significant milestone, granting her the right to compete alongside the world's best male professionals on the WST main tour. This achievement placed her among a select group of women who have competed at snooker's highest level, participating in ranking events that form the backbone of the professional circuit. Throughout her professional career, Kenna demonstrated remarkable consistency in maintaining her Tour Card status, a feat that requires sustained performance across multiple seasons. Her participation in ranking events and Q School competitions showcased her ability to compete under intense pressure against seasoned professionals. While competing on the main tour, she simultaneously remained active in women's snooker ranking events, contributing to both the professional and women's circuits. Kenna's significance extends beyond her individual achievements to her role as a pioneering figure for women in professional snooker. Her sustained presence on the WST main tour helped establish greater visibility for female players within the sport's elite level. By consistently competing alongside male professionals and maintaining Tour Card status, she demonstrated that women could achieve competitive parity in snooker's demanding environment. Her career represents an important chapter in the ongoing development of gender equality within professional cue sports, inspiring future generations of female players to pursue opportunities at snooker's highest competitive level.
Breaking barriers as a young professional snooker player
How They Played
Tactical safety-focused approach
Lasting Impact
Rising talent in women's professional snooker
Career Honours
- WST Tour Card holder
- Women's snooker ranking event competitor
- Q School performer
British Athletes