Please see the attached for details of this new exciting event. Note this also attracts Victorian ranking points
. Venue - Yarraville. Starts - Sun 28th May Entries close - Sat 20th May.
To help grow the sport and in response to the request by members at the last AGM to make ranking points more relevant the VBSA is making the following changes.
This is the first of several changes in this area and more will be announced soon.
These events will attract ranking points that will be applied to the Victorian State Rankings for Snooker and Billiards:
- Victorian Women’s Snooker
- Victorian Women’s Billiards
- Victorian Juniors Snooker
- Victorian Juniors Billiards
- Victorian U21’s Snooker
- Yarraville U19 Junior snooker championship
|
Stage |
Snooker |
Billiards |
|
Entry |
20 |
20 |
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Knockout events - points per match won |
20 |
50 |
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Round robin – Points per frame (Snooker) & match (billiards) won |
6 |
50 |
|
Points for breaks 40-99 |
40 |
40 |
|
Points for breaks 100+ |
100 |
100 |
As the new headquarters of the VBSA, it is with great excitement that the Yarraville Reventon snooker Academy is announcing new membership packages to their fantastic facility.
In a move to broaden and rejuvenate the cuesports community, junior and regional membership packages have now been established in order to encourage junior participation and allow members from outside the Melbourne Metro to enjoy the facilities when passing through town.
Juniors 18 years and under will enjoy free membership, while regional members (for those living 150kms or further from the venue) will pay only $40.
Also, for a limited time only, the initial $50 joining fee is being waived for these new memberships.
So there's never been a better time to become a member of one of this country's premier snooker and billiards venues.
Anyone wanting to take advantage of these fantastic new membership offers should email the club on YCBSC@yarravilleclub.com.au for more information...
The 2022 Victorian Juniors tournament took place on Saturday May 28th at the Brunswick Club.
There were a total of 10 entries and all competitors arrived at the venue with plenty of time to spare. It highlights their passion to play.
After the round robin stages, we were left with:-
The U18’s final contested between Sean Dempsey and Ciaran Dempsey which saw Sean the eventual winner.
The U16’s final contested between Ciaran Dempsey and Dion Romanos with Ciaran lifting the trophy.
The U12’s final where Advay Joshi defeated Mia Macheda.
It was a long day for all of the competitors but they all remained enthusiastic throughout the day and displayed excellent sporting qualities.
Congratulations to: -
Sean Dempsey (2022 Victorian Under 18 Champion)
Ciaran Dempsey (2022 Victorian Under 16 Champion)
Advay Joshi (2022 Victorian Under 12 Champion)
Well done to all competitors on the day. We hope to see you all back next year.
The tournament director was Tony Fridman who was ably assisted by Lynda and Marc Fridman – a real family affair.
Thanks Tony for an excellent tournament and also for all the work you did to get so many entries at short notice.
All VBSA Members should be aware that we are hosting the 2022 Lance Pannell Snooker (followed by the 2 Billiards Events & the State Snooker), commencing on Saturday 11/6. Entries for the first 2 Events close this Friday 3/6.
Your Board, and the Assistants, have applied themselves assiduously, to be able to host this First Ranking Tournament in Victoria for more than 2 years. It may seem intimidating to return to Tournament play after such a hiatus, however, the Lance Pannell Snooker provides the best possible format for this occasion.
Players who are Ranked in the top 64 on the Australian Rankings have an Entry Fee of $125, however, for the rest of us - Adult $60 - Women, Juniors and Pensioners (only) $35. This is the greatest “value for money” you could ever have in a Ranking Snooker Tournament.
With a full Field of 96 Entrants, every player is allocated into a Group of 6 players. You are then able to play 5 (Best of 3) Matches in your Round-Robin Group on Saturday 11/6. The 16 Groups are allocated to 5 different Venues on the Saturday, and the top 2 Group Qualifiers will play in a knockout format on the Sunday, and beyond.
Accordingly, every VBSA Member should utilize the opportunity, this week, to Enter the 2022 Lance Pannell Snooker. If you are a Member of a Snooker Team this week, ensure that every Member of your Team, who is able to attend on Saturday 11/6, has recognized this opportunity, and determined their Entry possibility.
Saturday (11/6) will provide a wealth of enjoyment for everyone. Thank you.
Regards
Paul Cosgriff, President
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Tickets are now available for the World Snooker Federation 2023 Championship Supporter Raffle including
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Two tickets to all sessions of Quarters, Semis & Finals
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Travel Allowance
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Spending money
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Luxury accommodation
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A personal “behind-the-scenes” tour of the Crucible hosted by WPBSA Chairman, Jason Ferguson
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Total value $20,000
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$5,000 2nd & $2,000 3rd prize
Held at the Crucible in April & May 2023.
Funds raised will go to the ABSC to support junior, coaching and referee development programs. A portion of the funds will also be returned to the State Association.
See attached flier for full details and how to obtain tickets.
Follow this LINK to see VBSA Facebook video
The 2022 Victorian Juniors tournament took place on Saturday May 28th at the Brunswick Club.
There were a total of 10 entries and all competitors arrived at the venue with plenty of time to spare. It highlights their passion to play.
After the round robin stages, we were left with:-
The U18’s final contested between Sean Dempsey and Ciaran Dempsey which saw Sean the eventual winner.
The U16’s final contested between Ciaran Dempsey and Dion Romanos with Ciaran lifting the trophy.
The U12’s final where Advay Joshi defeated Mia Macheda.
It was a long day for all of the competitors but they all remained enthusiastic throughout the day and displayed excellent sporting qualities.
Congratulations to: -
Sean Dempsey (2022 Victorian Under 18 Champion)
Ciaran Dempsey (2022 Victorian Under 16 Champion)
Advay Joshi (2022 Victorian Under 12 Champion)
Well done to all competitors on the day. We hope to see you all back next year.
The tournament director was Tony Fridman who was ably assisted by Lynda and Marc Fridman – a real family affair.
Thanks Tony for an excellent tournament and also for all the work you did to get so many entries at short notice.
- Proof of age will be required
- Format: Pending entries
- Snooker & Billiards – Saturday & Sunday
- Strict dress rules apply, plain long sleeve shirt, dark dress trousers, black shoes and waistcoat.
Why are the 2018 championships being played in 2017? As it incorporates selection for Victorian state representatives to the Australian Junior Championships Teams Nationals in Adelaide, 7-14 January 2018.
Age groups - Under 12, Under 15 & Under 18. Snooker & Billiards. Sat 25th Nov & Sun 26th Nov at Yarraville Club / Reventon Snooker Academy. Entry fee - $15.00 - Allows play all age groups (where qualified) both Snooker & Billiards. To qualify as junior entrant must be under age group at 1st January 2018. Tournament Organiser - Tony Fridman 0414 534 575 Entries close - Fri 17th Nov.