Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_name_9 (points INTEGER, place VARCHAR, position VARCHAR)
### Question:
Who had the smallest points in 3rd place but had a position greater than 8?
### Answer:
SELECT MIN(points) FROM table_name_9 WHERE place = "3rd" AND position > 8