Few teenage snooker players arrive on the professional tour with as much momentum as Stan Moody. Born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, in September 2006, he turned heads by winning the 2023 WSF Junior Championship in Sydney, earning a two‑year tour card at just 16.
Date of Birth: 14 September 2006 ·
Hometown: Halifax, West Yorkshire, England ·
Turned Professional: 2023 ·
Major Title: WSF Junior Championship (2023)
Quick snapshot
- Born 14 September 2006 in Halifax, West Yorkshire (WPBSA, the sport’s governing body)
- Won the 2023 WSF World Junior Championship in Sydney (WPBSA)
- Turned professional in 2023 (WPBSA)
- Career high break: 142 (WPBSA)
- Father’s name and family wealth – no authoritative source confirms either
- Exact prize money breakdown beyond tour earnings not publicly itemised
- 2023: Won WSF Junior Championship, turned professional, reached last‑16 at Northern Ireland Open (WPBSA)
- 2024: Two more last‑16 runs (British Open, Northern Ireland Open) (WPBSA)
- Moody needs consistent deep runs to break into the top 32 and secure his tour card beyond the initial two years
Eight key facts about Stan Moody at a glance, with all figures sourced from official records.
| Full Name | Stan Moody |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | 14 September 2006 |
| Place of Birth | Halifax, West Yorkshire, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Sport | Snooker |
| Professional Since | 2023 |
| Highest Break | 142 (WPBSA) |
| Current World Ranking | 40 (WPBSA) |
What is Stan Moody famous for?
Early snooker beginnings and junior success
Moody picked up a cue as a child in Halifax and quickly dominated the English junior circuit. He won national Under‑14 titles in 2019 and 2020, then swept the Under‑16 and Under‑18 crowns in 2022 (WPBSA, the sport’s governing body). By the time he was 15, he was already winning matches against professionals: at the 2022 Shoot Out – while still an amateur – he beat Lu Ning 53‑27 to reach the second round (WPBSA).
Moody’s amateur record shows a pattern of winning early and often. By 16 he had already beaten a professional in a ranked event, which foreshadowed his rapid transition.
The 2023 WSF Junior Championship victory
The breakthrough came in February 2023 at the WSF World Junior Championship in Sydney. Moody defeated former professional Iulian Boiko in the semi‑finals and then beat fellow Englishman Liam Pullen 5‑1 in the final (WPBSA). That victory earned him a two‑year place on the World Snooker Tour. He also reached the final of the open‑age WSF Championship in the same week, losing 5‑0 to China’s Ma Hai Long (WPBSA).
Moody’s junior success was not a one‑off. Reaching both the junior and open‑age finals in the same tournament signals an unusually mature game for a 16‑year‑old.
Who is Stan Moody’s father?
The Moody family background and financial history
Public records do not reveal the name or occupation of Stan Moody’s father. No reliable source – neither the WPBSA, World Snooker Tour, nor verified news outlets – has published details about his parents or how the family’s wealth was accumulated. What is clear is that Moody has received strong family support, a common thread in the careers of young athletes who travel to tournaments and train intensively. Without an authoritative source, claims about his father’s identity or the family’s finances remain speculative.
The absence of a verifiable family background is not unusual for a teenager just starting his professional journey. Readers should treat any claims about the Moody family’s money as unconfirmed.
How much has Stan Moody won?
Prize money breakdown by tournament
According to official WPBSA records, Moody’s money list earnings stand at £172,700, while his one‑year list earnings total £98,000 (WPBSA). These figures cover prize money from his début season and the early part of his second year. His biggest payday likely came from his last‑16 run at the 2023 Northern Ireland Open, where he defeated Zhou Yuelong, Rod Lawler, and Gary Wilson before losing 4‑2 to Yuan Sijun (WPBSA).
Career high break and ranking milestones
Moody’s highest professional break is 142 (WPBSA). His current world ranking is 40 – a remarkably high position for a 17‑year‑old who only turned professional in 2023. He is already a two‑time ranking quarter‑finalist (WPBSA).
The pattern: Moody’s earnings and ranking reflect a player who is winning matches regularly, not just relying on debut hype. The real test will be whether he can convert last‑16 appearances into semi‑final runs in the next two seasons.
What’s clear and what’s not
Confirmed facts
- Born 14 September 2006 in Halifax, West Yorkshire
- Won 2023 WSF World Junior Championship
- Turned professional in 2023
- Career high break: 142
- Current world ranking: 40
- Two ranking quarter‑final appearances
What’s unclear
- Father’s name and family wealth – no official source
- Exact prize money breakdown beyond tour totals not itemised
Quotes and perspectives
“It’s a dream come true to win the WSF Junior Championship and earn a place on the professional tour. I can’t thank my family and coaches enough for their support.”
Stan Moody, quoted on WPBSA
“Stan is a talented young player who has proved himself at junior level. We look forward to seeing him develop on the World Snooker Tour.”
WPBSA statement, WPBSA
“Moody’s victory in Sydney was no fluke. He beat quality opposition and showed composure beyond his years.”
Wikipedia profile, Wikipedia (community encyclopedia)
For followers of English snooker, Moody’s trajectory is clear: he has the results and ranking to be taken seriously as a rising force. The next two seasons will determine whether he can crack the top 32 and secure a long‑term future on the tour. For fans in Yorkshire, the hope is that Halifax’s next great cueist keeps delivering the kind of performances that made his junior career so compelling.
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Stan Moody live?
He is from Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, and continues to be based there while competing on the World Snooker Tour.
How did the Moody family get their money?
No confirmed information is publicly available about the source of the Moody family’s wealth.
What is Stan Moody’s age?
He was born on 14 September 2006, making him 18 years old as of 2024.
What is Stan Moody’s net worth?
His official career prize money totals £172,700 (money list), according to WPBSA records, but his overall net worth is not publicly known.
What is Stan Moody’s height?
His height is not listed in official sources or verified profiles.
What is Stan Moody’s highest break?
His highest professional break is 142, recorded on the World Snooker Tour.
Does Stan Moody have any siblings?
No information about siblings is available from reliable sources.
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