Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

May 2013 News

BACK-TO-BACK GOLDEN WINS FOR NECK
Andy Neck has plenty to smile about as he is the first player to have won back-to-back Gold Waistcoat Championship titles. He is pictured here with the overall runner-up Steve Brookshaw. Both players have shown commitment and excellent consistency this season and are worthy of their ranking above some of the best players in the region. Click here for more details.

Thanks to all at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester who, as is the norm, made everyone welcome and sponsored the event. A special mention for EASB Referee Nick Harry for his excellent refereeing throughout the day.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

ROGERS ON A ROLL AS NECK TAKES TITLE
Michael Rogers is starting to realise his potential and proof of this was evident at the weekend when he won his first Gold Waistcoat event. Event 6, the last event of the 2013/14 season, he beat the newly crowned Gold Waistcoat Champion Andy Neck in the final to make it back-to-back tournament wins. Click here for a report and more details.

Thanks to all at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester who, as is the norm, made everyone welcome and sponsored the event. A special mention for EASB Referee Nick Harry for his excellent refereeing throughout the day.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

More details about this tournament and others can be found via the WHAT’S ON IN THE REGION link at the top of this page.

ALEX URSENBACHER – SNOOKER PROFESSIONAL
Congratulations to Alex Ursenbacher who has qualified from ‘Q’ School to join the Main Tour as a Professional. All at the WESBF wish him well hope to see him again in the future at the South West Snooker Academy. Go to Pro Snooker Blog for more details.

CRUCIBLE EXPERIENCE RUBS OFF ON ROGERS
Michael Rogers paid a visit to the Crucible, Sheffield recently to watch snookers best in the World Championships. This seems to have paid dividends resulting in a victory over North Devon potter Mitch Wood in the penultimate Silver Waistcoat event of the season. As for the overall title, Haydon Pinhey only has to turn up at the final event to claim the overall title. Click here for a report and more details.

Thanks to all at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester who made everyone welcome and sponsored the event. A special mention for EASB Referees Nick Harry and Steve Brookshaw for their excellent refereeing throughout the day.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

GOLD WAISTCOAT EVENT 6 – (Tournament Registration & Entry)
To be considered for the next WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tournament due to be held at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester on the 18th May 2013.

Registration, Entry and Draw – Registration opens on Tuesday 7th May 2013. The number of entrants will be limited due to the number of tables and time available therefore entry is secured on a ‘first come first served basis’, a Tournament Director will confirm your entry within 24 hours of the receipt of your entry fee. Registration will close on Thursday 16th May 2013 at 8:00pm or before if the limit is reach. If you express and interest after registration closes your participation may still be considered. This will be at the Tournament Director’s discretion. The tournament draw will be posted on the WEBSF Web site and Face Book by midnight Thursday 16th May 2013. Your registration and entry fee, £20 plus membership (potential new members – please enquire before payment is made), must be received by the registration closing date. Your payment options are:-

Option 1: (Preferred) Electronic Bank Transfer to the WEBSF bank account (contact Steve Canniford or Wayne Branton who will provide details on request, alternatively eMail (websf_uk@yahoo.co.uk) the WEBSF.

Option 2: Cash to one of the WEBSF Tournament Directors (Steve Canniford: 07891940995, Wayne Branton: 07980788484 or Steve Brookshaw), each will provide a receipt on request.

Option 3: PayPal to Steve Canniford (steve.canniford@gmail.com) who will transfer this to the WEBSF bank account and provide a receipt on request. (It was hoped to use the WEBSF PayPal account but this would incur fees which would have to be taken out the final prize monies)

Option 4: Bank Cheque, made payable to WEBSF.

Commitment to play – If, before the registration closing date, a player decides that they will not be able to fulfil their commitment to play, they must contact one of the Tournament Directors as soon as possible, so that their place can be offered to another player. If this is after the registration closing date the WEBSF Management Team will decide on what course of action will be taken and whether the player will receive a refund/credit.
Tournament play – Play will commence at the designated start time of 9:30am and is planned to finish before 9:00pm at the latest. Where players are more than 5 minutes late for the commencement of a match he/she shall forfeit the first frame, if after waiting a further 15 minutes for them to show, the match will be forfeit. Where both players are more than 5 minutes late the match will start at 1 frame each. If both players are more than 15 minutes late both will forfeit the match. There will not be any planned breaks to take refreshment, players are to make their own judgement to accommodate this need when not required to play. The Tournament Director’s decision is final on all matters relating to the tournament.

Dress code:
Option 1 – Waistcoat, Collared Shirt, Smart Trousers, Dark Shoes.
Option 2 – Collared Polo Shirt (Single colour), Smart Trousers, Dark Shoes. (Polo shirts can be purchased from the WEBSF and the Academy)
(Jeans, Trainers, Sandals are strictly forbidden)

WEBSF Management Team

SILVER WAISTCOAT EVENT 5 – (Tournament Registration & Entry)
To be considered for the next WEBSF Silver Waistcoat Tournament due to be held at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester on the 11th May 2013.

Registration, Entry and Draw – Registration opens on Saturday 4th May 2013. The number of entrants will be limited due to the number of tables and time available therefore entry is secured on a ‘first come first served basis’, a Tournament Director will confirm your entry within 24 hours of the receipt of your entry fee. Registration will close on Thursday 9th May 2013 at 8:00pm or before if the limit is reach. If you express and interest after registration closes your participation may still be considered. This will be at the Tournament Director’s discretion. The tournament draw will be posted on the WEBSF Web site and Face Book by midnight Thursday 9th May 2013. Your registration and entry fee, £15 plus membership (potential new members – please enquire before payment is made), must be received by the registration closing date. Your payment options are:-

Option 1: (Preferred) Electronic Bank Transfer to the WEBSF bank account (contact Steve Canniford or Wayne Branton who will provide details on request, alternatively eMail (websf_uk@yahoo.co.uk) the WEBSF.

Option 2: Cash to one of the WEBSF Tournament Directors (Steve Canniford: 07891940995, Wayne Branton: 07980788484 or Steve Brookshaw), each will provide a receipt on request.

Option 3: PayPal to Steve Canniford (steve.canniford@gmail.com) who will transfer this to the WEBSF bank account and provide a receipt on request. (It was hoped to use the WEBSF PayPal account but this would incur fees which would have to be taken out the final prize monies)

Option 4: Bank Cheque, made payable to WEBSF.

Commitment to play – If, before the registration closing date, a player decides that they will not be able to fulfil their commitment to play, they must contact one of the Tournament Directors as soon as possible, so that their place can be offered to another player. If this is after the registration closing date the WEBSF Management Team will decide on what course of action will be taken and whether the player will receive a refund/credit.
Tournament play – Play will commence at the designated start time of 9:30am and is planned to finish before 9:00pm at the latest. Where players are more than 5 minutes late for the commencement of a match he/she shall forfeit the first frame, if after waiting a further 15 minutes for them to show, the match will be forfeit. Where both players are more than 5 minutes late the match will start at 1 frame each. If both players are more than 15 minutes late both will forfeit the match. There will not be any planned breaks to take refreshment, players are to make their own judgement to accommodate this need when not required to play. The Tournament Director’s decision is final on all matters relating to the tournament.

Dress code:
Option 1 – Waistcoat, Collared Shirt, Smart Trousers, Dark Shoes.
Option 2 – Collared Polo Shirt (Single colour), Smart Trousers, Dark Shoes. (Polo shirts can be purchased from the WEBSF and the Academy)
(Jeans, Trainers, Sandals are strictly forbidden)

WEBSF Management Team

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 21
The league championship is still undecided after all the league fixtures have been played and the final result of the George Trevett Mini League can be found here.

RAY CURTIS – WORLD SNOOKER COACH
Ray has been involved in snooker for over 30 years. He has managed several snooker clubs and until recently owned a snooker club which was accredited by world snooker. As a player he played for Gloucester County and has been coaching for over 20 years. If your looking for professional coaching, look no further. Click here to find out more.

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

April 2013 News

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 20
It all hangs on the final match to see if the Wonderers can lift the title for the tenth successive season and the final of the George Trevett Mini League will between the Wonderers and Chard IZZA 147. For all the latest news from Seaton Snooker League click here.

NECK ON THE BRINK OF A GOLDEN DOUBLE
The penultimate Gold Waistcoat trip of the season to the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester. saw the newly crowned Devon Champion Andy Neck, from Newton Abbot, come away within 100 points of claiming the WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour overall title for the second time in succession. A win against Dan Legassick from Plymouth in the final bagged him 700 points and prize money. Click here for more details of this event and the Gold Waistcoat Tour.

Thanks to all at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester who made everyone welcome and provided sponsorship for the event. A special mention for EASB Referee Nick Harry for his expert eye and decision making throughout the day.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 18 & 19
Over the past two weeks have Honiton WMC run out of puff and handed the title to club mates Wonderers? For all the latest news from Seaton Snooker League click here.

WEBSF GOLD WAISTCOAT TOUR EVENT 5 – SOUTHWEST SNOOKER ACADEMY
Herewith the revised details for the next Gold Waistcoat Event at the South West Snooker Academy on the 13th April 2013:-

Number of players will be limited to 28 determined on a ‘first come first served’ basis.
To register an interest contact the WEBSF by one of the following means: Mobile: Steve Canniford 07891940995, Wayne Branton 07980788484 or eMail: websf_uk@yahoo.co.uk.
Registration begins at 8:00pm on the 2nd April 2013
Your entry fee must be received within 24 hours of registering your interest. Pay by PayPal stevecanniford@gmail.com, Cash, Cheque made payable to WEBSF or Bank Transfer. (If payment is not received within 24 hours you will be deemed not to have registered an interest).
The group stage format will be 4 groups of 7 players playing the 2 frames against each player in the group to determine qualifiers for the knock-out stage. (3 points for a win 1 for a draw. Equal group positions will be determined by head to head results and the a black ball shoot-out elimination which will be drawn out if more that two players are level on points)
The number of qualifiers progressing to the knock-out stage will be determined by remaining time available.
Players to congregate in the lounge area of the bar by 09:15 for the Tournament Director briefing.
Play to commence at 09:30 prompt!
WEBSF tournament rules apply, please familiarize yourself with them Gold Waistcoat Tour, Tournament Structure & Rules

WEBSF Management Team

PRIZE MONEY TOPS £25,000
Total prize money for all WEBSF tournaments has now exceeded £25,000.

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

February 2013 News

SILVER WAISTCOAT EVENT 4 – Tournament Registration & Entry
To be considered for the next WEBSF Silver Waistcoat Tournament due to be held at the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester on the 9th March 2013.

Registration, Entry and Draw – Registration opens on Monday 23rd February 2013. The number of entrants will be limited due to the number of tables and time available therefore entry is secured on a ‘first come first served basis’, a Tournament Director will confirm your entry within 24 hours of the receipt of your entry fee. Registration will close on Sunday 3rd March 2013 at 8:00pm or before if the limit is reach. If you express and interest after registration closes your participation may still be considered. This will be at the Tournament Director’s discretion. The tournament draw will be posted on the WEBSF Web site and Face Book by midnight Monday 4th March 2013. Your registration and entry fee, £15 plus membership (potential new members – please enquire before payment is made), must be received by the registration closing date. Your payment options are:-

Option 1: (Preferred) Electronic Bank Transfer to the WEBSF bank account (contact Steve Canniford or Wayne Branton who will provide details on request, alternatively eMail (websf_uk@yahoo.co.uk) the WEBSF.

Option 2: Cash to one of the WEBSF Tournament Directors (Steve Canniford or Wayne Branton), who will provide a receipt on request.

Option 3: PayPal to Steve Canniford (steve.canniford@gmail.com) who will transfer this to the WEBSF bank account and provide a receipt on request. (It was hoped to use the WEBSF PayPal account but this would incur fees which would have to be taken out the final prize monies)

Option 4: Bank Cheque, made payable to WEBSF.

Commitment to play – If, before the registration closing date, a player decides that they will not be able to fulfil their commitment to play, they must contact one of the Tournament Directors as soon as possible, so that their place can be offered to another player. If this is after the registration closing date the WEBSF Management Team will decide on what course of action will be taken and whether the player will receive a refund/credit.

Tournament play – Play will commence at the designated start time of 9:30am and is planned to finish before 8:00pm at the latest. Where players are more than 5 minutes late for the commencement of a match he/she shall forfeit the first frame, if after waiting a further 15 minutes for them to show, the match will be forfeit. Where both players are more than 5 minutes late the match will start at 1 frame each. If both players are more than 15 minutes late both will forfeit the match. There will not be any planned breaks to take refreshment, players are to make their own judgement to accommodate this need when not required to play. The Tournament Director’s decision is final on all matters relating to the tournament.

Dress code:
Option 1 – Waistcoat, Collared Shirt, Smart Trousers, Dark Shoes.
Option 2 – Collared Polo Shirt (Single colour), Smart Trousers, Dark Shoes. (Polo shirts can be purchased from the WEBSF and the Academy)
(Jeans, Trainers, Sandals are strictly forbidden)

WEBSF Management Team

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 14 & 15
All the latest news from Seaton Snooker League. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

WEBSF ACHIEVERS
Three WEBSF Member’s achievements have been rewarded with financial assistance. Steve Brookshaw, Haydon Pinhey & Chris Coumbe were presented with cheques by EASB Nick Harry at the South West Snooker Academy before the latest Gold Waistcoat tour event took place. Click here to read more.

NECK MAKES A MOVE ON GOLD
The South West Snooker Academy, at Gloucester has become a ‘Honey Pot’ attracting players eager for a taste of what it’s like to play snooker under world class conditions. One of the WEBSF main aims is to facilitate opportunities for its members to realise their dreams and aspirations. One such aspiration was realised this past weekend when the WEBSF took the Gold Waistcoat Tour to the Academy. Fast running cloths, responsive cushions and tight pocket openings prove unforgiving of a less than perfect technique and lapses in concentration. With a full days snooker ahead of them mental stamina would also play an important part in whittling the field down to two players to compete in the final. Andy Neck, from Newton Abbot and Paul Standen from Braunton proved worthy of the challenge and met in the final. Click here for the outcome and more details on the Gold Waistcoat Tour.

Thanks to all at the SWSA, Gloucester who made everyone welcome and provided sponsorship for the event. A special mention for EASB Referee Nick Harry for his exceptional show of stamina to officiate for over 13 hours on the day!

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

FORMER WORLD BILLIARDS CHAMPION COMES TO THE WESTCOUNTRY
Peter Gilchrist will be at St Rumons Club, Redruth and Belgrave Snooker Club, Plymouth on 5th and 6th March 2013 respectively. Click here for a report and more details.

WEBSF GOLD WAISTCOAT TOUR EVENT 3 – SOUTHWEST SNOOKER ACADEMY
Herewith the details for the next Gold Waistcoat Event at the South West Snooker Academy on the 9th February 2013. The details are as follows:-

The group stage format will be 4 groups of 7 players playing the best of 3 frames against each player in the group to determine qualifiers for the knock-out stage.
The knock-out stage format will be determined by the number of qualifiers from the group stage and time available.)
Players to congregate in the lounge area of the bar by 09:15 for the Tournament Director briefing.
Play to commence at 09:30 prompt!
WEBSF tournament rules apply, please familiarize yourself with them Gold Waistcoat Tour, Tournament Structure & Rules

Even though the limit for this tournament event has been reached, a reserve list of players wanting to play is being compiled and will be referred to in the event of places becoming available. If you wish to register an interest for this tournament and/or future WEBSF tournaments contact the WEBSF by one of the following means:-

Mob: Steve Canniford 07891949995, Wayne Branton 07980788484
eMail: websf_uk@yahoo.co.uk

WEBSF Management Team

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 13
Ben Pike falls two short of his first league century. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

December 2012 News

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 9
Leading into the Christmas Break sees yet more change at the top making this season the most open for some years. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

IMPORTANT MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENT
For the Foundation to continue to provide a quality service to its members and maintain the high level of WEBSF tournament opportunities, members will have come to understand the benefit of continual review, experimentation and resulting changes to the way the Foundation operates. The latest change involves the way we accept tournament entry fees, the following changes are being put in place before the next WEBSF tournament:-

Membership and pre-entry tournament registration – a process is being put in place where players will be able to commit to a tournament in advance through payment at least one week prior to the tournament date. The preferred method of payment will be via the WEBSF PayPal account. This will be advertised on the WEBSF website before each tournament. Payment via cheque or cash will continue to be accepted via the designated Tournament Director provided it is at least 1 week prior to the tournament.
Due to diminishing venues and the number of available tables at each venue, entrants may have to be limited in order to complete the tournament within the set timescale. Receipt of payment early in advance will help secure a place in the tournament. (note: where the Tours are concerned, preference will be given to those who have played in previous tour event(s)). Furthermore, with the high volume of members who have to travel some distance to the venue(s) we feel it is extremely important that each tournament has a viable number of entrants for the tournament to take place. If within a week of the tournament the number of players entered is considered too low, the WEBSF Tournament Director reserves the right to cancel the event. Entry on the day may still be accepted. However, this is at the discretion of the Tournament Director.
Dress code at WEBSF Gold and Silver tournaments – It is important we retain our smart and professional image without appearing too formal and ‘stuffy’. However, the Management Team feel that in order to attract more players who ‘struggle’ with the concept and formality of a waistcoat and bow tie etc..the dress code can be relaxed whilst still looking smart. In the place of a waistcoat a collared polo shirt can be worn, for now this has to be a black WEBSF branded polo shirt. Other items of wear remain as per the original dress code; smart trousers – not jeans; dark shoes – not trainers/sandals. Players who aspire to higher levels are welcome to continue to wear waistcoats. Polo shirts can be obtained from the WEBSF at a cost. For the Bronze Waistcoat tournaments the dress code has not changed; dark trousers, dark shoes & collared shirt, no jeans or trainers.
To ensure members receive the most up-to-date information we must remind everyone that the website is the definitive ‘voice’ of the WEBSF and our main source of information. The importance of this has been highlighted during recent talks we have had with the South West Snooker Academy, and it will be an important asset in attracting potential sponsors to the WEBSF and individual members. It is therefore important we get as many ‘hits’ as possible. The WEBSF Facebook (FB) is a platform for members to enter into social networking, voice their opinions and ideas, view event invitations and generally interact and communicate on all things that are Billiards & Snooker. We will continue to use FB but we will point members to the website for the detail, please go to http://www.websf.co.uk and click on ‘Latest News’ or ‘What’s On’ for more information.

May the WEBSF Management team take this early opportunity to thank all members for their support and feedback, The success of the WEBSF to date is only possible thanks to its members. By working together we can continue to grow, ensuring that Billiards & Snooker has a prosperous future for players of all ages and abilities across the region.

Merry Christmas and a Happy and prosperous New Year – WEBSF Management Team

NECK MAKES A MOVE ON GOLD
Andy Neck, from Newton Abbot made a move towards holding onto his title in event 2 of the WESBF Gold Waistcoat tour. Neck beat Alan Hurley in the final to move into second place behind current ranking table leader Darren Bond. Click here for results and more details on the Gold Waistcoat Tour.

Thanks to all at Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth who sponsored the event.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 8
All change at the top of the table with big wins from Chard IZZA 147 and Honiton Wonderers. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

February 2012 News

NECK AND WALTERS QUALIFY
Andy Neck from Torbay and Lee Walters from Plymouth who are both regular players on the WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour have both come through to qualify for the last 32 in the English Amateur Snooker Championship. The WEBSF Management Team and Members wish them both the best of luck in the next phase.

BATTEN IS BACK ON THE SCENE WITH A WIN
Greg Batten from Tiverton has only entered two of this season’s WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour events but he has certainly made an impression. After finishing runner-up to Wayne Branton in event two he went one better in event four to beat ranking table leader Andy Neck and rise nine places into second spot. Click here for more results.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Torquay who sponsored the event.

This time 98% of the entry fees went as prize money!

NECK WINS LATEST OPEN AT RILEYS
South Devon snooker player Andy Neck is once more in the spotlight as he takes the latest WEBSF Open Handicapped tournament with a 4-1 win over Steve Slade from Paignton. For more details click here

The next WEBSF Open Handicapped Tournament is provisionally booked for February 26 th at Riley’s, Plymouth. The format will probably be a five frame knock-out and there will be prize money of at least £200. Follow the WEBSF on Face book to register or for more information.

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

January 2012 News

STEWART WINS SILVER EVENT 4 – LEGASSICK HITS MAIDEN TOURNAMENT CENTURY
Jake Stewart from Truro, Cornwall extends his lead at the top of the overall rankings after winning Silver Waistcoat event 4. Dan Legassick (Plymouth) hits maiden tournament century. Click here for results and more details of the Silver Waistcoat Tour.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

SEATON LEAGUE LATEST RESULTS
Latest Seaton League results now in. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

TORBAY PLAYERS LEADING THE PACK
Andy Neck from Torbay won the third Gold Waistcoat event of the season, edging out prolific break builder Alan Tunney in a ‘shoot-out’ final. Click here for more results.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth

This time 98% of the entry fees went as prize money!

SEATON LEAGUE LATEST RESULTS
Latest Seaton League results now in. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

SEATON LEAGUE LATEST RESULT
Latest Seaton League results and 2nd round cup draws now in. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

March 2011 News

SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS
With just a handful of matches left Wonderers maintain their lead at the top. Click here for league results and the latest cup draw information.

CHECK OUT THE DCBSA WEBSITE
If you haven’t already, check out the Devon County Billiards & Snooker website. Click here to go there.

GOLD IS GOLD COACH
Mike Gold, former professional snooker player and Captain of the England Senior team for four consecutive years is the latest member of the WEBSF Coaching Team. Mike was recently assessed and awarded the WEBSF Gold level coaching certificate. The WEBSF assessor made the following comments in summing up his assessment report.

“Clearly Michael has not only accrued a great deal of knowledge and experience from his many years of playing snooker at all levels, rising from a young aspiring amateur to a professional on the circuit. Michael also benefits from his work experiences; managing a large city snooker club and in latter years as someone in authority that works with the youth full time. Michael has, in an unofficial capacity, coached and mentored players at every level, over a number of years. Established players respect him and contemplate his views and ideals. Add to this a passion for snooker with a real desire to pass on his knowledge and experience to benefit anyone prepared to listen, especially the youth in the region.”

“I believe Michael to be a real asset to any snooker organisation. Despite this Michael does not believe he is the ‘font of all knowledge’, he frequently thinks about the game in some detail, forms opinions based on observations and personal experiences and accepts that there is always something more for him to learn. He is inventive in finding ways to deliver his knowledge and interact with his students in an effective way, always taking into consideration the ability and intellectual capability of his student(s). Michael has many valuable attributes which make him an excellent coach and mentor and will facilitate his continued development. The WEBSF coaching level Gold is constantly under review due to the difficulty in specifying a complete and precise set of criteria against which to assess. The results from this assessment have provided good benchmark requirements which will be used to assess potential coaches in the future.”

The WEBSF congratulate Michael and welcome him into the WEBSF Coaching Team, which now comprises 16 coaches in the region. Michael is currently based in the Exeter Snooker Club where his contact details and Coaching fees can be viewed.

LEGASSICK WINS SILVER
Dan Legassick from Plymouth came out on top of the latest Combined Silver & Plymouth Bronze Waistcoat tournament. Legassick beat new player to the silver scene Chay Mearns from Torbay in the final. Click here for results and more details on the Silver Waistcoat and click here to see the Plymouth Bronze rankings.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

BUSINESSLAND TO RETURN
It has been confirmed Rileys Erdington Businessland Series is going to take place this season.

BRITISH CHAMPION DAVID CAUSIER – BILLIARDS EXHIBITION IN CORNWALL
The Mining Billiards & Snooker League are promoting a Billiards Exhibition in Cornwall with British Open Champion David Causier. The event will be held on Tuesday 19th April 2011 at the Redruth Club.

ONLINE SNOOKER MAGAZINE
If you haven’t already, check out the on-line magazine Snookered, It’s pretty good!

SNOOKER POSTIE IS FIRST CLASS
Postman Andy Neck showed he really is first class when he was first past the post against a great line-up at Rileys, Torquay. Players from around the region travelled to Rileys, Torquay to compete in the second Gold Waistcoat event of the season. In the final Wayne Branton from Plymouth put up a spirited fight-back to draw level but could not find the class that he showed in earlier rounds. Sam Baird made the only century break of the day a fine 109 clearance to take the highest break prize. Click here for more results.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Torquay and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event.

This time 97.5% of the entry fees went as prize money!

BAIRD AT THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIERS
Sam Baird made an excellent attempt to reach the qualifying stages of the World Championships. He won five matches before narrowly missing out against Mike Dunn 10-9 (on the black in the final frame!). Click here and here to find out more. Well done Sam, keep knocking on the door and it will open! from the WEBSF Management Team

Steve Canniford BLOG-NEWS

November 2009 News

NECK’S COMEBACK
Andy Neck, once a force to be reckoned with in regard to top class snooker in the region, demonstrated that he can still mix it with the best by winning event three of the WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour. Neck beat Grant Cole 2-1 in the final. Darren Bond was missing at this event and as a result drops to fifth place in the rankings leaving Mitchell Grinsted at the top with Dale Branton and Grant Cole fighting for third spot. Click here for more results.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event.

This time 96% of the entry fees went as prize money!

LEGASSICK TURNS THE TABLES
Dan Legassick turned the tables in beating Haydon Pinhey to win event three of the WESBF Plymouth Bronze Waistcoat tournament. Go to Bronze Waistcoat for more details.

Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event.

This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!

SEATON LEAGUE WEEK 9 RESULTS & CUP DRAWS
Wonderers back on top. Click here for league results and here for Cup Draw information.

DEVON WINS ANNUAL CHALLENGE
Devon win the annual challenge match with Cornwall by 17-13. Results.

SEATON LEAGUE CUP RESULTS – WEEK 8
Only 1 point separates top 4 teams. Click here and go to Results & Reports for more information.

BOND POWERS INTO TOP SPOT
Darren Bond demonstrated how dangerous an opponent he can be in stealing the final frame with a superb 61 clearance when facing a 58 point deficit to win the second WESBF Gold Waistcoat tournament of the season. This win takes Bond into top spot in the overall rankings with other ‘young guns’ Mitchell Grinsted, Dale Branton, & Grant Cole in hot pursuit. Click here for more results.

Thanks to The Plaza Snooker Club, Plymouth and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event.

This time 93% of the entry fees went as prize money!

SEATON LEAGUE CUP RESULTS – WEEK 7
Colyton Feds are joined by Honiton Wonderers at the top. Click here and go to Results & Reports for more information.

SAM BAIRD EXIBITION AND 24 HOUR MARATHON SURPRISE
Sam Baird entertained a small but caring set of spectators at Rileys, Plymouth last Friday evening. He could never have imagined the surprise he was to get when presented with a cheque for over £1000 by a small group of determined WEBSF members to ease his journey up the professional ranks. Click here for more details about the exhibition and here for more details about the 24 hour marathon.

SEATON LEAGUE CUP RESULTS – WEEK 6
Colyton Feds Hold on to top spot. Click here and go to Results & Reports for more information.

STEWART WINS EVENT 2 OF SILVER WAISTCOAT
Jake Stewart has won the second WESBF Silver Waistcoat tournament of the season. Go to Silver Waistcoat for more details.

Thanks to The Plaza Snooker Club, Plymouth and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event.

This time 86% of the entry fees went as prize money!

AMBASSADOR OF SPORT
Mark Green is rewarded by his school for his hard work and dedication. Click here for more details.