Inter-League Action

Leaders Sheffield “2” had a bye at the weekend, second placed Brighouse taking advantage with a fine 5-1 victory at Leeds “1”. Craig Butler and Andrew Owen taking maximum points, Michael Whaley with a 54 break. Lewis Harper had a run of 63 for Leeds.

Castleford and Leeds “2” fought out a 3-3 draw, and in the third match, Sheffield “1” defeated Wharfedale 5-1, David Whitby and Jason Evans-Bates on target for Sheffield.

The top 2 teams, Sheffield “2” and Brighouse, clash in the penultimate round of matches next month in what could be the title decider.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Sheffield “2” Lead the way.

Sheffield “2” moved 2 points clear with a game in hand at the top of division 1 after a 5-1 home win over Castleford, Will Lemons (54,59) and Shaun Wilkes on target.

Wharfedale and Leeds “1” fought out a 3-3 draw, Gyles Behbood (62) and Lewis Harper (51) chipping in with breaks.

In a match played a week early, Brighouse and Sheffield “1” ended 3-3, Michael Whaley (96) and Jason Evans-Bates (69) catching the eye.

Whaley’s break now leads the race for the high break prize, Gyles Behbood (11/14) leads the MVP table.

In division 2, Harrogate “1” maintained a 10 point lead after a 4-2 win at Halifax. Kaif Shazad (63,87) and Tom Harris starring for Harrogate, Lionel Payne replying for Fax.

Bradford and Huddersfield “1” finished 3-3, Boover Singh putting the home side in front before Robert Read replied for Huddersfield.

Wakefield had a fine 5-1 away win at Harrogate “2”, Danny Edginton and Matt Samples gaining maximum points.

The last match finished in a 6-0 whitewash for Sheffield “3” at Huddersfield “2”, Dave Manuel, Dave Pagett and Reece Matin doing the damage.

Kaif Shazad and Johnny Gallagher are tied for the high break prize with 87, Shazad heads the MVP race with 18/22.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Division 2 Round Up

Top of the table, Harrogate “1” was held 3-3 at home by bottom team Huddersfield “2” but still hold a 9-point lead after 10 rounds. Harrogate’s Callum Waite joined teammate Kaif Shazad at the top of the MVP list, gaining both points after Saood Nawab had put the visitors in front.

There was another draw at Wakefield. Allen Slingsby put Halifax in front before Gary Hambleton levelled for the home side. Danny Edginton chipped in with a run of 64 for Wakefield.

Huddersfield “1” were too good for Harrogate “2” gaining a 5-1 win. Robert Read (74) and Conrad Norcliff starred for Huddersfield.

In the last match Sheffield “3” had a fine 5-1 victory over Bradford. Reece Matin and Dave Pagett gaining maximum points.

Round 11 is on the weekend of 8/9 March

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Brighouse go joint top of Division 1

A 4-2 away win at Castleford (Michael Whaley gaining both points), saw Brighouse go level on points with Sheffield “2” at the top of division 1. Sheffield’s match with Leeds “1” was postponed resulting in a 2 point penalty for Leeds.

In the other match Sheffield “1” drew 3-3 at home with Leeds “2”. Jon O’Leary putting the visitors in front before Carl Whitby hit back for the home side.

The next round of matches is on 8/9th March

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Harrogate “1” move 11 points Clear.

Harrogate”1″‘s unbeaten run continued as they defeated second-placed Huddersfield “1” 4-2 to move 11 points clear at the top of division 2, Callum Waite with a 50 break proving the difference between the sides.

Harrogate “2” also had a fine win, defeating Huddersfield “2” 5-1, with Andy Harris and Dan Beatty starring for Harrogate.

Newcomers Halifax gained their 3rd win of the season with a comfortable 5-1 home win against Sheffield “3”. Johnny Gallagher (53) and Lionel Payne (64) gained maximum points, Dave Hall chipping in with a 55 break.

The last match finished in a 3-3 draw. Josh Walker (78) put Bradford in front before Danny Edginton hit back for visitors Wakefield.

Harrogate’s Kaif Shazad maintains his MVP lead with 16/18.

The next round of matches takes place on the weekend of 22/23 February.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

No change in Division 1.

There was no change to league positions in Division 1 at the weekend as all three matches were drawn in what is turning out to be a very competitive league.

At Wharfedale, Mike Hodgson put visitors Castleford in front before Gyles Behbood hit back for the home side.

Leaders Sheffield “2” were held to a draw at Leeds “2”, all three matches finishing 1-1.

Meanwhile at Sheffield “1”, David Whitby got the home side off to a flying start before Lee Brookes salvaged a draw for Leeds “1”.

These results leave Sheffield “2” 4 points clear of the chasing pack with 3 teams tied for second place.

Gyles Behbood moves to the top of the MVP race with 10 wins from 12.

The next round of matches is on the weekend of 15/16 February.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Inter-League Round-Up

Harrogate “1” strengthened their grip at the top of Division 2 with a 5-1 win away at Wakefield, Kaif Shazad and Tom Harris starring for the visitors. The victory puts them 8 points clear of the chasing pack.

Huddersfield “1” sit in joint second place after a 3-3 draw at Sheffield “3”. Conrad Norcliffe putting the away side in front before Reece Matin (53 break) salvaged the draw for Sheffield.

Bradford sit level with Huddersfield “1” on 25 points after defeating Harrogate “2” 5-1. Josh Walker and Peter Hamilton gaining maximum points for Bradford.

In the other match Halifax gained their second win of the season with a 4-2 away victory at Huddersfield “2”. Johnny Gallagher proving the difference between the sides.

In a re-arranged Division 1 fixture, Brighouse kept the pressure on league leaders Sheffield “2” with a 5-1 win at Leeds “2”. Michael Whaley (50 break) and Luke Drennan doing the damage for Brighouse

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

 

Sheffield “2” leads the way.

After a 4-2 win away at Brighouse, last years champions Sheffield “2” lead the Division 1 table by 6 points, Will Lemons proving the difference between the teams. Michael Whaley chipping in with a 73 break for the home side.

Wharfedale fought out a 3-3 draw with Leeds “2”, Adam Rennison putting Leeds in front, Chris Tolson salvaging the draw for Wharfedale.

Leeds “1” had a fine 5-1 home win against neighbours Castleford, Lee Brookes and Lewis Harper on target for Leeds.

The last match between Sheffield “1” and Ossett was postponed at the request of the away side. A 2 point penalty applies.

In Division 2 Halifax gained their first win of the season beating Harrogate “2” 4-2. Johnny Gallagher gaining both points for Halifax and knocking in a break of 87 in the process which is the current high break for the division.

Bradford whitewashed Huddersfield “2” 6-0, Pete Hamilton, Aiden Holroyd and Hanif Rafiq all doing the business for Bradford.

Huddersfield “1” beat Wakefield 4-2, Robert Read sealing the win for Huddersfield.

In the last match, Harrogate “1” ousted Sheffield “3” 5-1, Kaif Shazad and Callum Waite (55) starred for the home side. That result puts Harrogate “1” 6 points clear at the top of the division and ensures Kaif Shazad maintains his lead in the race for MVP.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Inter District Round-Up

It was a busy weekend for the Inter District League with 6 matches played across the 2 divisions.

In Division 1 it was a good weekend for Wharfedale as they trounced Ossett 6-0. Stefan Risidi, Andy Blamire and Stuart Jauncey all starring for the home side.

Elsewhere Sheffield “1” travelled to Leeds “2” and came away with a 4-2 victory, Dave Whitby gaining maximum points for the visitors.

In the other completed match Sheffield “2” had a comfortable 5-1 win over Leeds “1” thanks to wins for James Dabell and David Dalton.

Brighouse and Castleford have re-scheduled their match and play in a couple of weeks time.

These results leave Wharfedale and both Sheffield teams in a 3 way tie at the top of the division on 11 points after 3 games.

There is also a tie at the top of the MVP table with 5 players having 4 wins from 6 frames played. Leeds “1” player Lewis Harper leads the high break list with a run of 89.

In Division 2, Harrogate “1” had a fine 5-1 win at Huddersfield “2”, Callum Waite and Kaif Shazad doing the damage for the visitors. The result puts Harrogate “1” at the top of the table with 13 points from 3 matches played. Kaif Shazad leads the MVP table with 6 wins from 6.

Harrogate “2” also won at the weekend beating Huddersfield “1” 4-2. Andy Harris was the difference between the sides, Huddersfield’s Robert Read knocking in a run of 83 which currently leads the high break list.

In the other match, Sheffield “3” won 4-2 away at Bradford. Peter Hamilton putting the home side in front before Dave Pagett (65) and Reece Matin hit back for Sheffield.

Halifax v Wakefield was postponed.

Both Divisions are in action again on the weekend of 9th/10th November.

Captains are reminded to inform Kevin Firth of any postponements giving at least 7 days notice to avoid any possible penalties being applied.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director