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Sheffield “2” March On.

Sheffield “2” March On.

Unbeaten Sheffield “2” extended their lead at the top of Division 1 to 8 points with a 5-1 victory over Sheffield “1” at the weekend. Shaun Wilkes and Will Lemons gained maximum points, which leaves Wilkes at the top of the MVP list with a perfect 10/10. Wilkes also has the current high break with 110.

In the other Division 1 match, Huddersfield “1” were held at home 3-3 by Harrogate “1”. Conrad Norcliffe(51) gave Huddersfield the lead before Tom Harris hit back for the visitors. Kaif Shazad chipping in with a 50 break for Harrogate.

In the rearranged match in Division 2, Leeds defeated Wakefield 4-2, Scott Clayforth (61) starring for Leeds.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Johnny Collier is the Yorkshire U16 Champion

Johnny Collier is the Yorkshire U16 Champion.

Barnsley’s 13-year-old Johnny Collier took this season’s Yorkshire U16 title,e defeating 11-year-old Alex Slingsby 2-0 in a nervy final. Both players struggled with the table and the occasion, but Collier, who had beaten Oscar Harris and Ethan Ross on his way to the final, proved just too strong for his opponent. Slingsby had seen off William Naylor and Louis Scaife in the earlier rounds. I am sure we’ll be seeing a lot more of both finalists at the business end of future Junior competitions.

Thanks to our sponsors, the Northern Snooker Centre and a special mention to trainee referees Alan Rayner and Simon Taylor, who officiated superbly throughout the day.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

 

Inter League Update

Inter-League Update

Castleford moved up to 2nd place in Division 1 after a fine 5-1 home win over Sheffield “1”. Scott Bull and Ritchie Bresnan both gaining maximum points.

In Division 2, Harrogate “2” moved into joint top place with a 4-2 win against Halifax, Andrew Harris proving the difference between the teams.

The other match at the weekend saw Huddersfield “2” and Bradford fight out a 3-3 draw.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Yorkshire Snooker Competitions accepting entries

The following competitions are now open for entry.

Yorkshire Snooker Championship.

With qualifying days on March 1st and 22nd, the closing date for forms and fees is Saturday, 21st February.

Yorkshire Billiards Championship.

Held on Sunday, 19th April, the closing date for entries is Saturday, 11th April.

Yorkshire Snooker Handicap.

Returning after a short absence, the YSH will have qualifying days on 12th April and 3rd May, with the finals day on 10th May. Closing date for entries for the 1st qualifying day is Saturday, 4th April. Entry is limited to 48 players per day.

Yorkshire U16 competition is Saturday 24th Jan, with the U19 competition now on a revised date of Saturday 14th February.

Details of how to enter all the above can be found via the competition tab at YBSA.CO.UK

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Pagett double keeps Sheffield on top

Pagett double keeps Sheffield on top.

A Dave Pagett double secured a 4-2 win for Sheffield “3” at Leeds and ensured his team stayed in top spot in Division 2.

Elsewhere, second-placed Harrogate “2” were held to a 3-3 draw at Bradford, despite a 50 break from Andy Harris.

The other match also finished 3-3. Dave Hall(52) put Halifax in front before Saeed Nawab levelled for Huddersfield “2”.

Reece Matin heads the MVP list with 8/10 and shares the current high break (62) with Brendon Timlin.

Next matches are on the weekend of 17th/18th January.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Pagett on form

Sheffield Teams lead the way

Sheffield Teams lead the way.

As we reach the Christmas break, there are Sheffield teams at the top of both divisions.

In the depleted 1st division, there was just one fixture played at the weekend, Huddersfield “1” defeating Castleford 4-2. Martin Wood and Robert Read on target for the home side, Ritchie Bresnan replying for Castleford.

Sheffield “2” lead the table, Shaun Wilkes heads the MVP list with 8/8 and also has the current high break with 110.

Sheffield no2 player Shaun Wilkes

 

 

 

 

 

 

In the 2nd division, Sheffield “3” are on top after a fine 5-1 away win at Huddersfield “2”. Reece Matin and Dave Pagett with maximum points. Reece Matin heads the MVP list with 7/8.

Harrogate “2” had a comfortable 5-1 win over Wakefield, Declan Bristow and Neil Little starring.

In the third match, Bradford overcame Leeds 4-2 thanks to a Simon Bedford brace.

There is a tie for the high break prize, Reece Matin and Brendan Timlin both having runs of 62.

The next round of matches is on the weekend of 3/4th January.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Sheffield “3” hit top spot.

Sheffield “3” hit the top spot.

Sheffield “3” defeated Harrogate “2” 4-2 to go top of Division 2, Reece Matin starring for Sheffield.

Elsewhere, Wakefield gained their first win of the season, beating Huddersfield “2- 5-1 thanks to Brendan Timlin (62 break) and Danny Edginton. Timlin now sits at the top of the MVP list with 6 wins from 8.

In the other match played at the weekend, Leeds got back to winning ways with a 4-2 home victory over Halifax. Danny Waite and James Pears putting Leeds 4-0 up before Dave Hall hit back for Fax.

The next round of matches is on the weekend of the 13th/14th of December.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Inter League Round Up

Inter League Round Up

The top of the table clash between Sheffield “2” and Harrogate “1” in Division 1 finished all square, leaving Sheffield just 1 point in front. Kaif Shazad put Harrogate in front before Shaun Wilkes salvaged a draw for the title holders. Wilkes heads the MVP race with 6 wins, and also holds the current high break with a run of 110.

In the only other Division 1 match played, Huddersfield “1” proved too strong for Sheffield “1”, the home side winning 5-1 thanks to Oliver Read and Conrad Norcliffe. Robert Read chipping in with a break of 65.

The Brighouse v Castleford match is being played next weekend, with the next full round of matches scheduled for the weekend of 29th/30th November.

In Division 2, Halifax are the new league leaders thanks to a 4-2 home victory over Wakefield. Johnny Gallagher and Dave Hall on target for Fax, Brendan Timlin responding for Wakefield.

Bradford were 4-2 winners at home to Sheffield “3”, Hanif Rafiq proving the difference between the teams.

In the third match, Harrogate “2” trounced Leeds 5-1, Andy Harris and Neil Little gaining maximum points for the home side.

There are 5 players on 4 wins vying for the division 2 MVP. Reece Matin holds the high break with 62.

Next matches are on the weekend of 22nd/23rd November.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Inter League Division 2 Round Up

Inter League Division 2 Round Up

League Leaders Sheffield “3” were held to a 3-3 draw at home to second placed Halifax, all 3 games finishing 1-1.

Bradford were too strong for the home side at Wakefield, Boover Singh starring in a 4-2 win.

In the third match, Andy Harris helped Harrogate “2” win 4-2 away at Huddersfield “2”.

The next round of matches is on the weekend of 25th/26th October.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director