Former world champion Terry Griffiths
“When I saw Jackson play, it reminded me of when I was 15 years of age and how I thought about playing. He just loves to be there.
“He takes on shots that other people turn down because he’s excited at that age and to win two matches as he has done is exceptional.
“He’s a tremendous potter, he’s got no fear at all.”
Former world champion Mark Williams
“He’s played a few pros already and beaten them. I didn’t do that when I was 15. What he is doing is incredible.
“He is a very fast player, he will slow down when he’s older, but he is only 15. He keeps winning under-21 tournaments, so he doesn’t need to change too much.”
Deputy phase director of Ebbw Fawr Learning Community, Paul Freeguard
“We are very, very proud of his achievement, but not surprised, as he is an under-18 world champion.
“The other pupils are following the tournament, they are all avid fans now. They are getting time to catch up and watch him.
“He will have exams when he comes back, same as everyone else, so he will be expected to catch up on the work he has missed.
“Jackson will make a professional career out of snooker so it would be unfair if we hadn’t supported him. But I couldn’t tell you why he doesn’t like history or English, but luckily he’s doing well in those subjects.
“He will get a hero’s welcome when he returns to the school.”
