Christopher Keogan lands dream double
July 16, 2009
Christopher Koegan a talented 16 year old snooker player has is the youngest ever player to win the Sheffield and District Snooker League Player of the year. He won the prestigious award without losing even a single frame.
All this after just winning the Yorkshire Junior champion. After both of these awards the young player is being tipped for a great future in snooker. Most players in the league believe that Chris is destined to be one the the best players to ever come out of the league
His future will really depend on his dedication, and his education, and everyone will be hoping that player snooker won’t just become an occasional past time for Chris. Chris next goal will be to win the prestigious Sheffield Championship, and on this form he has got a great chance.
White beats Hawkins in 6 reds snooker
July 15, 2009
There are many snooker fans out there who really hate six red snooker. Jimmy White however will be happy after claiming £18,000 for beating Barry Hawkins 8-6 to win the Sangsom Grand Prix.
But why does the six game snooker appeal to the players? It does ensure shorter frames as the reds are split quickly, and you can still play a good safety game. The game is also new, and every player likes a new challenge. Cricket already has its quick version game its call Twenty/20, and it is well liked across the world. But does the new six red game end the reign of traditional snooker. Put quite simply no!
Six red snooker will keep growing, especially for less skillful players, as they have a good chance of winning a game of six red snooker. Maybe its a good thing, snooker hasn’t changed since the 19th century and its well overdue a mix up.
The old 15 red game however is well established and is not going anywhere, so if you are worrying about the end of traditional snooker I think you can relax.
Liang beats Maguire in Beijing International Snooker Challenge
July 13, 2009
Liang Wenbo has won the Beijing International Snooker Challenge in China, Liang beat favourite Stephen Maguire 7-6 in a closely fought match. Maguire was 6-4 ahead but had to settle for second and a runners up prize money of £25,000, then Wenbo took the last three frames
Maguire was disappointed after the defeat, but gave all the credit to Wenbo who played fantastically in the last three frames and didn’t give him any chances. Liang was happy to have got through to the final and even more happy with the £50,000 winners prize I bet!
Maguire was pleased with his performance over the tournament, and is sure that this new tournament will go from strength to strength and more popular in the next few years!
David Vine also known as ‘Mr Snooker’ leaves over £1 million
July 12, 2009
David Vine quickly became one of the UK’s best know TV presenters, and presented snooker for a number of years. Following David’s death from a heart attack in January, it was discovered that he had over £1.5 million estate which he left to his wife Joan. His first wife Shirley died back in 1970.
David had a long distinguished career and was regularly fronting popular shows such as Match of the Day, the olympics and grandstand. He was also involved in Ski Sunday, and the popular sports quiz show ‘A Question Of Sport’
He was however best known for his coverage of the snooker, and was the voice of snooker from 1978 till he retired in the year 2000. David covered large snooker events such as the Masters, UK Championships and the world championships at the Crucible.
His death was a sad day for snooker. He has however emmased enough money to look after his family following his death.
David Hendon Votes For A Snooker Seniors Tour
July 9, 2009
Former snooker world champion Joe Johnson is said to have been planning a senior snooker tour featuring old favourite players such as Jimmy White and John Parrott.
Many sports have built events for seniors including tennis and golf where senior players complete regularly. Snooker would be a good choice for a senior tour as the game does not require much physical fitness, other than the players keeping a good eyesight!
A senior tour has happened before, there was one in the year 2000 which was won Willie Thorne.
So who could be participating in the latest senior snooker, they are many great players to choose from such as Stephen Hendry, Steve Davis, Tony Drago , Dave Harold any many more, all of who are 40 or over.
This would make the tournament well worth watching as some of these older players are still in with a shout of winning the normal tournaments. The senior players also know how to entertain, the more modern snooker player can be too professional and this means boring!
My personal view is that this would be well watchable, and with some good marketing be a certain hit.
Preston to Host Snooker’s Premier League Next Season
July 3, 2009
Snookers top players will now play Premier League snooker in Preston, Snookers prestigious tournament comes to Lancashire for the first time next season.
Ronnie O’Sullivan the defending champion will be looking forward to playing snooker in a new city, and will be hoping to retain his title after beating Mark Selby in last years final in a thrilling accounter. Snooker supporters in Preson will have their chance to book their tickets for the October event by booking online at www.prestonguildhall.com, prices range from £12.50 for children, pensioners and students, to £15 for a normal adult ticket.
