A little help could change lives

David Church - 2017 WDBS World Open Champion
David Church – 2017 WDBS World Open Champion

World Disability Billiards & Snooker (WDBS) player David Church is also a member of the WEBSF. Like several other WEBSF members David is desperate for some help towards funding his ambition to play snooker and hopefully realise his potential at the highest level.

David is not without some reward for his efforts. So far he has reached the final stages of the Northern Classic, Manchester Classic, Welsh Open Six Reds, the Belgian Open. The highlight of his playing career saw him lift the WDBS World Open Snooker title in 2017. He also won a qualifying match in the Paul Hunter Classic in 2017.

David works hard at his game on the practice table, as do most hopefuls. However, this is the easy bit! the difficulty is finding adequate support towards the expenses needed to compete in tournaments. In spite of a local TV appeal, posting over 300 letters to potential sponsors and investigating many potential sources for funding he has only had five responses, none of which have borne fruit.

Anyone interested in helping David, or any of our WEBSF players, can contact him. Details on his website or contact the WEBSF

Manning the Master Cueman

WEBSF Gold Masters 2018 Highest Break (124) - Eddie Manning
WEBSF Gold Masters 2018 Highest Break (124) – Eddie Manning

Eddie Manning from Newquay is the 2018 WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Masters Champion. The event was sponsored and hosted by Jesters Snooker Hall, Swindon.  Select Gold Waistcoat Masters to see all the results.

Dominic Dale Supports the WEBSF

Dominic Dale, Silvia Mondello, Nick Harry with the WEBSF Management Team
Dominic Dale, Silvia Mondello (Sponsor) & Referee Nick Harry with the WEBSF Management Team

Report following an evening with snooker professional, Dominic Dale, hosted by Jesters Snooker Hall, Swindon. The event was generously sponsored by Totally Reward in order to raise much needed funds to help sustain the activities of the WEBSF, a not-for-profit community group. Select report for full details of the event.

Where the Prize Money went

The total amount of prize money won by the WEBSF players since 2004 to-date is £53,116.50

The WEBSF pays out over 95% of entry fees as prize money. The WEBSF Management Team have been able to achieve this through volunteers, the generosity of sponsors and the support of Snooker Clubs who provide their facilities.

On behalf of the players, we Thank You!!

Player of the Month

Player of the month

Select Player of the Month to find out who is deserving of this accolade.

Ladies Day at the Plaza

Ladies Snooker Open 2018 Winner - Chloe White
Ladies Snooker Open 2018 Winner – Chloe White

Congratulations to Chloe White from Portsmouth who is the 2018 West of England Billiards & Snooker Foundation – Ladies Snooker Open Champion. A full report can be found here

 

 

 

The Return of the Blade

Sam Baird - Break Building Masterclass 2017

The 2017/18 season is one Sam will want to forget. Having slid down the rankings Sam found himself with the unenviable tasks of having to compete in Q School in an attempt to get back on the tour. Q School requires a significant effort in order to qualify even for ‘established’ players. Having to win six, best of seven matches means you cannot afford to take anyone lightly as the result can be brutal.

With no time to feel sorry for himself Sam ‘swallowed his pride’, got back on the baize and after a close opening match against James Silverwood, came through to qualify.

With 2017/18 season now behind him, time to rebuild and climb back up the rankings where he belongs. Well done Sam!!

Q School hopeful’s

World Snooker - Q School

Good Luck to all the players in Q School that have participated in WEBSF tournaments: Sam Baird, Haydon Pinhey, Billy Ginn, Andy Smith, Tyler Rees, Jackson Page, Aaron Cook, Ben Fortey, James Height, Callum Lloyd, Peter Devlin, Mark Vincent, Callum Lloyd, Jamie Trump & Kurtis Weaver

Think Tactical – Play Natural – Without Fear

WEBSF Grand Draw & Exhibition

Donated Prizes are starting to mount up for the WEBSF Annual Grand Draw. The draw will take place on the 26th May in Jesters Snooker Hall, Swindon during an Exhibition of snooker, sponsored by Totally Reward, by none other than the ‘Spaceman’ (Dominic Dale).

There will also be an auction of a Snooker Cue that has been signed by several top professionals.

If you would like to donate prizes to the draw and have your company promoted via our website and social media, purchase draw tickets or buy tickets for the exhibition, contact the WEBSF.

Poster - Dominic Dale Exhibition 2018

Player of the Month

Player of the month

Select Player of the Month to find out who is deserving of this accolade.