In form Milne takes the Masters Title

In form Milne takes the Masters Title.

Scarborough’s Gary Milne added the Yorkshire Masters title to the Yorkshire Snooker singles championship he won a couple of years ago.

The day started with a short tribute to the recently departed Alex Crum, led by Richard Bakes.

Once the action started it was clear Milne was going to be the man to beat, a magnificent run of 132 in his first match tying up the high break prize from the off. Further breaks of 54,91, and 68 helped him reach the final in quickfire time, including a fine semi-final win over Shaun Wilkes. He then had a short wait to see who he would face in the final.

In the top half of the draw, it was Mark Ball who emerged victorious, the highlight being a win in the semis against reigning Masters champion Craig Butler.

In the final itself, it looked like Ball was poised to take the first frame but a missed brown proved costly and Milne went 1 up. From there it was one-way traffic and breaks of 46 and 65 took Milne to a 3-0 victory and the title of Yorkshire Masters Champion.

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Sheffield Teams lead the way

Sheffield Teams lead the way.

The 2 Sheffield teams are joint top of Division 1 after two rounds of play.

Sheffield “2” were the stars of the 2nd round of matches with a stunning 6-0 victory over previous league leaders Brighouse. Duane Beckett, David Dalton and Shaun Wilkes all gained maximum points.

Dalton wins both frames

 

 

 

 

 

Not to be outdone, Sheffield “1” had their second victory of the campaign beating Ossett 4-2. Louis Thompson put Ossett into a 2-0 lead, but David Whitby (63 break) and Jason Evans (51 break) sealed the win for Sheffield.

Unfortunately, the Castleford-Rotherham match was a late postponement at Rotherham’s request.
Captains are reminded that teams cancelling matches within 3 days of the scheduled date are liable to penalties. Cancelled matches should be rescheduled and played within 14 days.

Meanwhile, in Division 2, a New Look Leeds “2” team had a fine 5-1 victory away to Bradford. Debutants Adam Rennison and Daniel Boyes had 2-0 victories, Gavin Godfree chipping in with the other point.

The next round of matches in both divisions is on the weekend of 25th/26th November.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Yorkshire Masters Championship Draw

Masters Snooker Draw 2024

Please see below the draw for this year’s Yorkshire Snooker Masters to be played at the NSC on Sunday 19th November 2023.

All entry fees will be paid out in prize money and in addition, the winner will be presented with a “Yorkshire Masters Annual Trophy”.
There will also be a “Plate” competition for first-round losers so all players will be guaranteed a minimum of 2 matches. Matches in the main competition will be best of 5, with the “Plate” competition being best of 3 frames.
Matches will start at 10:00 am.

USUAL DRESS CODE, SHOES, TROUSERS AND A COLLARED SHIRT OR POLO SHIRT

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Alex Crum RIP

Funeral details have been announced for Alex

1 pm Wed 13th Dec 2023 at St. Marys Church, Church Lane, Garforth, LS25 1NR

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ALEX CRUM.

We are saddened to receive the news today that Alex Crum passed away peacefully on the 9th of November at LGI aged 89.

Alex had been unwell for a while but remained at home until the last few days.

Alex was well known around the Yorkshire area, and even nationally, for the work he did to promote Snooker and Billiards and more locally in Leeds and Castleford leagues.

A Snooker referee from the early 80’s he soon became involved in the Y.B.&S.A. as Tournament Director. He became Vice-Chairman of the Association under the chairmanship of Steve Crosland until recent years when the Association offered him an honorary life member.

A popular and well-liked character by the many friends Alex has made over the years, he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

The funeral details will be announced as soon as they become available.

Paul Bannister
Chairman
Yorkshire Billiards and Snooker Association.

Wharfedale lead the way

WHARFEDALE LEAD THE WAY IN DIVISION 2

The 2nd Division of the Yorkshire Inter District Snooker League kicked off this weekend with just 2 matches being played.

The Bradford-Leeds 2 match is due to be played next weekend following a change of venue.

In the battle of the new teams, it was Wharfedale who came out on top, beating Huddersfield 4-2. Stuart Jauncey was the difference between the teams winning both his frames. Wharfedale’s Gyles Behbood had the high break with a 77 clearance.

Gyles Behbood superb 77 clearance

 

 

 

 

 

 

The other match saw Harrogate and Sheffield “3” fight out a 3-3 draw with all 3 matches ending 1-1. Harrogate’s Tom Harris chipping in with a 53 break.

The next round of matches are scheduled for the weekend of the 25th/26th November.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Brighouse set early pace in Division 1

BRIGHOUSE SET EARLY PACE IN DIVISION 1

Captain Luke Drennan was the star for newly promoted Brighouse as they trounced Castleford 5-1 to top the Division One table after round 1 of the Inter-District League.

Drennan had breaks of 71 and 77 in winning both his frames, teammate Lee Roberts also claiming both points and chipping in with a 70 break for good measure.

Luke on form

 

 

 

 

 

The Sheffield “derby” ended in a 4-2 victory for Sheffield “1”, David Whitby compiling a 65 break in taking both points to prove the difference between the teams.

Will Lemons set the standard for the high break prize with a run of 101 in his second frame.

Will with a101 break

 

 

 

 

 

In the other match, last season’s champions Leeds 1 were held to a 3-3 draw by Ossett.
Mark Ball took both points ( 50, 51 breaks) before Lewis Harper (73 break) put Leeds into a 3-1 lead. Jason Taggart saved the day for Ossett to earn a 3-3 draw.

The second round of Division 1 fixtures take place on the weekend of 11th/12th November.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

New Season Starts Soon

Inter-District Snooker League

This season’s Inter-District League will consist of 13 teams, with 7 teams in the A Division and 6 in the B Division.
Wakefield has dropped out from last season but I’d like to welcome Wharfedale and Huddersfield back into the fold.

This season’s fixtures have now been compiled. Avoiding Bank Holidays and other YBSA competitions, plus accommodating the 3 Sheffield teams all playing from the same venue has been a challenge, hence the reason why the gaps between fixtures varies throughout the season.

Individual matches can of course be brought forward throughout the season where both teams agree, but the final round of matches must be played on the scheduled weekend.

Captains are reminded that matches should only be postponed at short notice in “exceptional circumstances”. If matches are re-scheduled due to a “lack of players” then the offending team will be penalised.

Players are also reminded that a dress code will be in operation throughout the season. Jeans, trainers and collarless T-shirts should not be worn.

Where possible, Referees should be provided for matches, players participating in the matches should not be expected to mark or referee.

Finally score sheets should be filled in correctly using full names and submitted promptly using the required format.
It is my intention to compile a website report following each round of matches.

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Competition dates for some events

YBSA Competition dates revealed  

Following the AGM on 4th September we are now able to provisonally see what the new YBSA season will look like. With some new events on trial which are FREE to enter that’s right FREE!! providing we get the required numbers.

Firstly we want to say a massive thank you to our sponsors, Northern Snooker Centre and ADT Flexibles Without their yearly sponsorships we wouldn’t be able to provide all these amazing competitions.

With the exception of the U16/U19 events, there will be no “pay on the day” option for tournament entry, The usual account number will be used for payments for events via bank transfer and entries will be confirmed when the relevant web-based entry form and fee have been received.

A deadline for entry for each competition is set and once this deadline has passed no further entries will be accepted. This will allow us to pre-draw the competitions and stagger start times if required. We now have a contact database which can be utilised to ensure players are aware of impending deadlines.

Click the relevant links below to find entry forms and posters

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Entering YBSA Competitions

Entering YBSA Competitions.

Please note that the following areas are affiliated with the YBSA for the 2025/26 season.

Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield, Castleford, Brighouse, Halifax, Harrogate, Huddersfield, Wakefield, and Wharfedale.
Players from the Yorkshire area who do not participate in an affiliated league are still eligible to enter YBSA competitions but must pay a one-off individual affiliation fee of £10 to cover them for the current season.

The fee can simply be added to the competition fee when completing the bank transfer and click HERE to fill out the affiliation form.

Paul Marlow
General Secretary & Tournament Director

Provisional Competition Dates

2023/24  Provisional Competition Dates.

Please see below for this season’s competition dates. All the competitions are to be played at Northern Snooker Centre Leeds, our main sponsors.

Please note these are provisional dates so may be subject to change.
Sun Nov 19th. 10am Start. Yorkshire Snooker Masters (over 40’s).
Sun Dec 3rd. 10am start. Yorkshire Snooker U25 /Yorkshire Billiards Challenge
Sat Feb 10th. 11:30 start. Yorkshire Snooker U16
Sun March 10th 10am start. Yorkshire Snooker Championship Qualifying Day 1.
Sat March 16th. 11:30 start. Yorkshire Snooker U19
Sun March 24th 10am start. Yorkshire Snooker Championship Qualifying Day 2.
Sun April 21st. 10am start. Yorkshire Snooker Championship Quarter finals and Semi-finals.
Sun May 12th. 10am start. Yorkshire Snooker Pairs.
Sun June 9th. 10am start   Yorkshire Snooker Team knockout.
Entry forms and payment details for the above competitions will be posted on the website in the coming weeks.
Paul Marlow
Assistant Secretary & Tournament Director