Frank Crabtree competes at 2026 World Foosball Championships in New Orleans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 10:18 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
SoccerFrank Crabtree Jr. represented Somerset at the 2026 World Foosball Championships held in New Orleans, where over 700 players participated. His best performance came in the singles event known as the 'Forward Shootout,' where he placed 7th. Despite facing personal challenges due to his father's recent passing, Crabtree found motivation to compete and managed to advance deep into the elimination rounds. The tournament showcased a diverse pool of competitors from countries including Canada, Austria, Germany, and the UK, with Crabtree highlighting the competitive nature of open events.
- •Crabtree finished 7th in the 'Forward Shootout' at the Championships.
- •The event featured over 700 competitors from around the globe.
- •Crabtree faced early elimination but rallied to advance.
- •He dedicated his performance to his late father.
- •Competitors included players from Canada, Austria, Germany, and the UK.
- 10:18 PMYahoo Sports — Are you ready for some foosball? Somerset's Crabtree is world-class competitor in table game
"Remember foosball? If you’re of Generation X — maybe even a Boomer or Millennial — it was something you frequently encountered in rec rooms or arcades. A hollowed-out table on which human competitors stand on either side and use retractable handles to move tiny “players” inside the box-shaped field of play, trying to knock a tiny ball into the opponent’s goal. Basically, a cross between a pool ...
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