Dale Branton from Plymouth came through a strong field to take the West of England Snooker Open Championship. For results go to West of England Snooker Open.
West of England Snooker Open 2017 – Results
Dale’s Perfect Frame
Friday night and the early hours of Saturday morning the sky over Plymouth was alive with an electrical storm not seen the like of in many a generation. Come Sunday afternoon a Plymothian also had an ‘electric’ moment, this time on the Snooker table.
Dale Branton recorded the ‘perfect frame’, a superb 147 in a frame against one of his mates. Congratulations to Dale on achieving this significant milestone.
Gold Waistcoat Event 5 – Last Call
Come and play in the WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour event this Saturday 22nd April at Top Q Snooker Club, Gloucester, starting at 09:00 for 09:30.
If you want several frames of, no handicaps, no messing just good match practice, then this event is for you. Open to any amateur player that can hold a cue. Professional Sam Baird honed his skills on this tour.
Entry is £20.00 (plus £10 membership), pre-payment required by the following methods:
Bank transfer: contact the WEBSF for details (Mobile: Steve 07891940995 or eMail: websf_uk@yahoo.co.uk) or you can PayPal or pingit to: stevecanniford@gmail.com
Please reference name and event 5, notification of entry must be received by 8pm tomorrow to guarantee a place in the tournament. If you require more information or if payment by any of the options above is a problem call Steve and we will sort something out.
Dress Code – Single Coloured Polo Shirt or a Waistcoat (sponsorship logo’s accepted). Smart trousers and Shoes. Strictly NO Jeans, NO Shorts NO Trainers.
WEBSF Prize Money Ranking update
After a great season of WEBSF tournament wins Haydon Pinhey has extended his lead at the top of the WEBSF prize money list and in doing so has raised the bar yet again for the most prize money won in a single season. Other players that have improved their position this season include; Dan Legassick, up to fourth place; Mitch Grinsted, up to fifth and Dale Branton, up to seventh place. An even bigger climber is Eddie Manning who moved up twenty places to eighth position in only his second WEBSF season. Andy Symons and Steve Brookshaw have also prospered and have joined the £1000 plus club.
The total amount of prize money made available by the WEBSF since September 2014 is £43,834. 95% of the entry fees taken has been awarded as prize money. The WEBSF Management Team have achieved this high return through dedicated volunteers (Tournament Directors, Helpers, Referee’s) and the generosity of sponsors. This season we thank the following sponsors: M.J.H. Paving Ltd., Galaxy Centre, Torquay, Jesters, and 147 Snooker Club, Swindon, The Plaza Snooker & Pool Club, Plymouth and Top Q Snooker Club, Gloucester. All clubs have provided their facilities free of charge!
Select WEBSF Prize Money 2011/2016 for more detail.
Player of the Month
Select Player of the Month to find out who is deserving of this accolade.
Gold Waistcoat Tour Event 4 – Result
Dale Branton wins a closely contested final in event 4 at Jesters and Haydon Pinhey tops the ranking table with just two events to go.
The event was hosted by Jesters Snooker Hall, Swindon. Select Gold Waistcoat Event 4 to find out more.
March 2013 News
BRANTON WINS
A trip to the South West Snooker Academy, Gloucester. saw Dale Branton, from Plymouth start slowly only to improve as the day progressed to beat Paul Standen from Braunton in the final to take event 4 of the WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour. Once again Standen was in excellent form posting the best break of the day a fine 104 clearance to take the break prize. Click here for more details of this event and 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!
CHRIS COUMBE IS HOPING FOR A LOVELY DAY TRIP TO BANGOR
Well done Chris Coumbe from Plymouth who is off to Bangor, Northern Ireland next weekend to play for the England Under 19’s in the EABA Kingsman Cup. Chris will provide us with an article of his experience on his return. We wish him well.
Unfortunately due to bad weather on the day Chris was due to fly to Ireland his flight was cancelled.
SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 17
WMC storm into second place aided by a massive six bonus points. For all the latest news from Seaton Snooker League click here.
WEBSF GOLD WAISTCOAT TOUR EVENT 4 – SOUTHWEST SNOOKER ACADEMY
Herewith the revised details for the next Gold Waistcoat Event at the South West Snooker Academy on the 23rd March 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 13th March 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
OVERSEAS STARS SHINE AT THE ACADEMY
Nathanael Beckrich beat fellow South West Snooker Academy overseas visitor Alex Ursenbacher in Silver Waistcoat event four at the Academy. Haydon Pinhey still heads up the overall rankings with just two more events remaining. Click here for a report and more details.
Thanks to all at the SWSA, 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!
SEATON LEAGUE RESULTS – WEEK 16
All the latest news from Seaton Snooker League. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.
WEBSF SILVER WAISTCOAT TOUR EVENT 4 – SOUTHWEST SNOOKER ACADEMY
Herewith the details for the next Silver Waistcoat Event at the South West Snooker Academy on the 9th March 2013. The details are as follows:-
The group stage format currently stands at 3 groups of 5 and 1 group of 4 players playing the best of 3 frames against each player in the group.
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 Silver Waistcoat Tour, Tournament Structure & Rules.
The limit for this tournament event has not been reached therefore places maybe available on the day at the Tournament Director’s discretion. If you wish to register an interest for his 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
April 2012 News
SEATON LEAGUE – SAM BAIRD EXHIBITION
Report and results of Sam Baird exhibition promoted by the Seaton Snooker league. For more information click here.
BRANTON WINS EVENT – NECK IS LIFTS OVERALL TITLE
Dale Branton from Plymouth became the sixth event winner out of six events. However, it was Andy Neck takes the prestigious title of West of England Billiards & Snooker Foundation Gold Waistcoat Champion 2011/12. Neck also posted the overall best break of 133 clearance. Click here for more results.
Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth who sponsored the event.
This time 95% of the entry fees went as prize money!
LOCK RECEIVES BELATED REWARD
This presentation was delayed due to others more pressing matters but the WEBSF does not forget. As has become customary Darran Lock from Seaton, Cornwall was presented with a donation by the WEBSF. This is in recognition for being selected to play in the 201 Home Internationals. The money will help replenish those funds that suffered from having to self fund his travelling and overnight accommodation expenses. This link shows WEBSF Head of Coaching, Steve Canniford presenting the cheque to Darran, with fellow Gold Waistcoat players looking on.
SEATON LEAGUE LATEST RESULTS
Latest Seaton League results now in. Don’t forget the Sam Baird exhibition next Tuesday at Chard. Click here to get to the Seaton League Home Page.
IMPORTANT NOTICE – HANDICAP OPEN CANCELLED
The Open Handicap Tournament due to be held at Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth on Sunday 8th April 2012 has been cancelled due to lack of numbers. Next Open Handicapped Tournament will be Sunday 20th May 2012.
COUMBE WINS EABA JUNIOR BILLIARDS TOURNAMENT
Chris Coumbe won the English Amateur Billiards Association Junior Billiards Event 5 hosted by the WEBSF and Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth. Runner-up was Dan Legassick.
JAMES LEE WINS GOLD EVENT
James Lee from Torbay come through to win the penultimate WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour event of the season. Lee Walters was runner-up and ranking table leader Andy Neck made the best break of the day a fine 120 clearance. However, it was youngsters Michael Rogers, Dale Branton and Haydon Pinhey that made an impression. Click here for more results.
Thanks to Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth who sponsored the event.
This time 98% of the entry fees went as prize money!
March 2009 News
CHARD B AND HONITON CONS BATTLE IT OUT
Chard B and Honiton Cons battle it out for the runners-up spot. For a full report go to Seaton & District Snooker League.
WEBSF PLAYERS REACH ENGLISH FINAL STAGES
Grant Cole representing Rileys, Plymouth competes in the finals of the English Club Players Championship this weekend in Birmingham. On the Sunday Cole is joined by Michael Day and Matt Williams representing the WEBSF in the English Team Championships. The WEBSF Management Team wish then all the best of luck.
DALE BRANTON QUALIFIES FOR ENGLISH U19’s
Dale Branton steps up to the plate by reaching the last 16 in the EASB English Under 19 Championship. The WEBSF Management Team wish Dale every success in the closing rounds.
ANDY HICKS MILLENIUM TOURNAMENT
This coming weekend on Sunday sees the Andy Hicks Millennium Tournament. This handicapped tournament is open to all-comers and will be held at Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth
BAIRD WINS GOLD
With just one event left Sam Baird moves into the top spot of the overall WEBSF Gold Waistcoat Tour ranking in beating Neil Chiswell in the final of event 4. For results and report go to Gold Waistcoat. Members can view some great pictures on Deborah’s Photo Album
This tournament is open to any member player.
Thanks to Baulkline Snooker SW and Belgrave Snooker Club, Plymouth who sponsored the event
This time 87% of the entry fees went as prize money!
GALLEN COMES GOOD AFTER SLOW START
Adam Gallen started slow and gradually improved on his way to winning event 5 of the WEBSF Exeter Bronze Waistcoat. Gallen beat Michael Rogers 2-0 in the final. For further details go to Exeter Bronze Waistcoat.
This tournament was open to all.
Thanks to GWRSA Social Club, Exeter and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event
This time 80% of the entry fees went as prize money!
CHARD B STAKE THEIR CLAIM
Chard B stake their claim for the runners-up spot. For a full report go to Seaton & District Snooker League.
GRINSTED WINS EVENT 5 AND WITH IT THE OVERALL SILVER TITLE
Mitchell Grinsted sponsored by Pete Evans Roofing becomes the WEBSF first Champion on the 2008/9 season when he won event 5 beating Dale Branton in the final. This secured Grinsted the overall regional championship with Branton overall runner-up and highest break on the day. Overall highest break was a fine 82 by Ben Holley. Full report and tournament details due in soon Silver Waistcoat. Great pictures on Deborah’s Photo Album.
This tournament is open to all those that was under 21 on the 31st December 2008.
Thanks to Baulkline Snooker and Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth who sponsored the event
This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!
SELWAY’S ONLY GONE AND WON THE 3 REDS!
Those were the words, with the odd expletive, of a team mate on hearing that after many years of trying and four near misses, Ray Selway had won the annual Seaton League 3 reds tournament. Ray beat all-comers that included three Chard players before finishing off Neil Wilmington in the final. This year there was the added incentive of prize money for the top four places, kindly donated by Graham Ward & Sons Tiling. Chard Conservative club hosted the event and provided excellent table conditions and superb refreshments. Several big guns went out early yet again, in what is always an enjoyable event bringing the league players together to socialise and reminisce old times.
DESIGN A WEBSF BANNER
The WEBSF has received a kind donation of a ‘Pop-up Banner Stand’ for use at WEBSF Tournaments and Functions. We now have to come up with a graphic design to be displayed. If there are any budding Graphic Designers out there or just someone with a talent for coming up with an eye catching image and slogan that represents the WEBSF and what it stands for, (WEBSF Aims & Objectives) we would be grateful for your assistance. The size of the banner that is visible is 800mm wide x 2150mm high. Send your ideas by email to the WEBSF.
SUPER SIX COMPETITION AND FINALS DRAW
Seaton Snooker League are to run a 6 reds team knock-out tournament at the end of the season. Also the draws for the finals are now published. Go to Seaton & District Snooker League and click on Cup Draws.
PINHEY TOP OF THE POTS
Haydon Pinhey took the latest of this seasons Plymouth Bronze Waistcoat tour events beating Dan Legassick in the final. For report go to Plymouth Bronze Waistcoat. Results now in. Also some great pictures on Deborah’s Photo Album
Thanks to Baulkline Snooker and Rileys Snooker Club, Plymouth who sponsored the event
This time 100% of the entry fees went as prize money!
December 2008 News
ROGERS WINS CLASSIC
Michael Rogers won a classic final against Jay Bullen in the second event of the WEBSF Exeter Bronze Waistcoat. The tournament was of the highest standard yet with breaks made by all players, the best a 50 by Rogers in the early rounds.Rogers also now leads the overall ranking table. For further details go to Exeter Bronze Waistcoat.
This tournament is open to all those that will be under 16 on the 31st December 2008.
Thanks to GWRSA Social Club, Exeter and Baulkline Snooker who sponsored the event
This time 80% of the entry fees went as prize money!
ANDY HICKS EXHIBITION
Master of Ceremonies and sponsor for the evening Derek Walker opened the evening by introducing Andy Hicks as one of the most talented snooker players ever to emerge from the West Country. This compliment was to be fully vindicated over the following 4 hours as Hicks displayed an awesome talent for potting and break building with consummate ease. Referee for the evening Jeff Fox was flawless in officiating every one of the 17 exhibition frames.
Frame 1:
Peter Beckwith one of the many talented young WEBSF players emerging from Plymouth to face Hicks on the night started well with a couple of good pots before Hicks opened his account with a masterful 121 break to win 128-4.
Frame 2:
Chris Corry also started well before Hicks made quick fire breaks of 48 & 40 to win 108-14.
Frame 3:
Daniel Legassick matched Hicks with some superb safety play followed by a 14 break. A number of near misses from both players ensued before Hicks cleared the colours to win 80-17.
Frame 4:
Adam Lewin like his peers started well before Hicks made a well timed 53 break near the latter part of the frame to win 91-12.
Frame 5:
Cody Hall matched Hicks in the potting department for a short period at the start of the frame amassing a respectful 22 points before Hicks once again cleared to win the frame 88-22.
Frame 6:
Haydon Pinhey the current Plymouth Bronze Waistcoat Champion made an early near miss to let Hicks in for a 49 break, Hicks was soon to return to the table after an uncharacteristic missed pot from Pinhey to clear with a brilliant 83 break to win the frame 132-0.
Frame 7: next up
Tom Vanstone a regular on the Silver Waistcoat tour and keen to make an impression started with some good safety play. However, Hicks sensed Vanstone can play a bit and moved up a gear capitalising on a Vanstone mistake fashioning a consummate 99 break followed by a 34 clearance to win 136-1.
Frame 8:
After the break Chris Coumbe produced some excellent opening safety play before Hicks fired in a rapid 82 clearance to win 99-8.
Frame 9:
Hicks had been given the nod that his next opponent Mitchell Grinsted was more than capable of producing an upset to the ensuing white wash of challengers. After the usual bout of excellent opening safety play Hicks compiled a truly masterful 131 break to win 131-0.
Frame 10:
Hicks showing no sign of tiring gave his next opponent Sam Lloyd little chance as he looked awesome in taking 10 reds and 10 blacks before narrowly missing a difficult pot red to the middle pocket when a possible maximum 147 look on the cards. Frame score 124-1.
Frame 11:
The level of early frame safety play was as good as had been seen all evening until a loose shot from Dale Branton saw Hicks make a superb 126 clearance to win 126-4.
Frame 12:
After 30 practice frames earlier in the day in preparation for the exhibition one could understand if Hicks was to falter. Poor exhibition play is not in Hick’s vocabulary as Dylan Chilcott was to find out. Hicks posted yet another century break, 103, to win 115-8.
Frame 13:
Grant Cole was next up and after a mistake from Cole Hicks broke down prematurely making a 46 break. Cole failed to capitalise on this rare opportunity letting Hicks in for a second bite of the cherry and a 55 clearance to win 109-2.
Frame 14:
Andy Trim came to the table and after a long bout of respectful safety play and some excellent single ball potting. Hicks took the lead with a 42 break going on to win an entertaining frame 68-39.
Frame 15:
Brother of Derek Walker, Jeff did not get much table time as Hicks enthralled the spectators with an incredible 136 total clearance, played at almost a running pace to win the frame 141-0.
Frame 16:
The penultimate frame saw Gold Waistcoat player and Pool champion Michael ‘Daisy’ Day fail to take his chances. There where no beaks of note in the 80-32 win to Hicks. However, Hicks demonstrated some excellent potting with the rest, in fact he never missed any rest shots throughout all 17 frames.
Frame 17:
The final frame saw Hicks amass a break of 83 to beat Albi Morrison 103-6
Andy Hicks is available for exhibitions at a very reasonable cost, contact the WEBSF for more information.
Thanks to Victoria Snooker Centre, Plymouth for hosting the exhibition
Pictures on Deborah’s Photo Album
BAIRD REACHES SEMI FINAL OF BUSINESSLAND AGAIN!
Sam Baird (Halberton), reached the semi-final of the Businessland Under 21 Series for the second time in a row before losing 3-1 to Lee Page. Sam topped the breaks table with two centuries 100 & 103. This puts Sam in second spot in the overall ranking after two events. Grant Cole from Plymouth qualified for the knock-out stages narrowly losing out to Michael Leslie. Grant is placed 8th in the rankings. For further details go to Global Snooker.
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