Current Development Status of Chinese Eight-Ball in Khon Kaen Province A Perspective on Wellness and Lifespan Participation

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10.2991/978-94-6239-797-2_19How to use a DOI?

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Chinese Eight-Ball; Marketing; Development Potential; Wellness; Lifespan Participation

Abstract

In recent years, with the rapid rise in popularity of billiards in China, more and more people have taken it up as both a recreational and a professional sport. Among them, Chinese 8-ball, with its fair rules, diverse playing styles, and strong competitiveness, has gradually become one of the most representative billiards events in China. However, in Khon Kaen Province, Thailand, Chinese 8-ball remains in its infancy with a low profile, as the local market is dominated by American 9-ball and snooker. Based on a questionnaire survey of billiards enthusiasts and practitioners in Khon Kaen Province, this article analyzes attitudes toward, and the market potential for, Chinese pool locally. The research reveals that, although Chinese eight-ball currently lacks presence, survey respondents indicate significant interest and see high potential for development and promotion in Khon Kaen Province, particularly if awareness campaigns and dedicated venues increase. With improvements to facilities, Chinese eight-ball is expected to create new growth opportunities in Khon Kaen Province and most other cities in Thailand, paving the way for internationalizing the game and expanding the Southeast Asian market. In addition, Chinese eight-ball can also be understood from the perspective of wellness and lifespan participation. As a low-impact, skill-based, and socially interactive indoor activity, it may contribute to stress relief, concentration, emotional adjustment, and regular leisure engagement among different age groups.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Jianghua Zhu
AU  - Chuanchen Bi
AU  - Yiran Liu
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/10/14
TI  - Current Development Status of Chinese Eight-Ball in Khon Kaen Province A Perspective on Wellness and Lifespan Participation
BT  - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Lifespan Innovation (ICLI 2026) national Conference on Lifespan Innovation
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 175
EP  - 185
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6239-797-2_19
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-797-2_19
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