SUMMER TEAM MAIN KNOCKOUT FINAL

Played on Sunday 11th September 2016 @Kennys Sportsbar

INSTITUTE SC  4-1  MORRISMAN ISLANDERS

  Newcomers Institute SC won the 2016 Summer League after seeing off the challenge of the Morrisman Islanders. The Final was played in front of a good turnout and it was the captains of both teams who started off preceedings. Rob Wharne (Institute) was drawn against Lee Haidarovic (Morrisman) and it was Haidarovic who started strong. He broke and looked favourite to clear until he left a tricky black and unfortunately missed. Wharne showed his experience and stifled Haidarovic game and eventually took his opportunity to pot a long black into the corner to put the Institute 1-0 up.

  Russ Brittan (Institute) was next on and was set to play Rob Mullins (Morrisman). Brittan broke and the game followed a pattern of tactical play which resulted in limited opportunities. However it was Mullins who siezed his chance and he sunk the black and thus levellled the scores.

  Daz Pountney (Institute) was next in Frame Three and was paired against Alan Alldritt (Morrisman). Alldritt broke and this time after a dry break it was Pountney who took the inititive and controlled the frame. However Alldritt tried to put himself back into the frame and looed in a good position until a missed chance let Pountney in and he duly took his chance and give the Institute a 2-1 lead.

  Mark Billingsley (Institute) broke off in Frame Four against Simon Davies (Morrisman) and the frame was an attacking one with both players going for it from the off. Davies had a great opportunity but broke down with 2 balls to go. This let Billingsley in and he didnt need a 2nd chance as he cleared the table to give the Institute a 2 frame lead.

  The start of the 2nd half saw Rob Wharne take on Sean Alldritt (Morrisman). Alldritt broke but unfortunately went in off the break. This then gave Wharne an ideal chance to snatch glory. He then showed his fine form and cleared the table in one visit and bring home the Summer League Title for the Institute SC.

  Thanks to Leigh and Becky Kenny for hosting the Final and also to Dave Whitfield and Kev Brown for refereeing the Final.

SUMMER PLATE TEAM KNOCKOUT FINAL

Played on Sunday 11th September 2016 @Kennys Sportsbar

LEGION LIONS 4-3 HOP POLE E

Bob Lycett        W - L  Mark Shaw

Warren Batkin  W - L  John Lee Marshall 

Les Murphy       W - L  Steve Wilson

John Wallbank     L - W  Simon Dawson

Warren Batkin     L - W  Mark Shaw

Les Murphy         L - W  Simon Dawson

Bob Lycett        W - L   Steve Wilson

3rd Divison Legion Lions won their First winning trophy with a hard fought 4-3 success over 1st Division Hop Pole E. Legion Lions sprinted off the blocks winning the first THREE frames. However, Hop Pole E hit back winning the next THREE. The matches were played in a tense and nervous atmosphere with both teams having the opportunity to win a Final for the first time. Simon Dawson for the Hop Pole E came into the match with not much form but saved it for when it mattered to bring the scores level. The last frame ebbed and flowed with both players having chances, but it was Bob Lycett (who won his match in the first half) who took his chance and he potted the winning black, much to the delight of his team mates. Legion Lions won 4-3 in a Final that was played in great spirit and respect.

Thanks again to Leigh and Becky Kenny for hosting the Final and also to Neil Addison and Tom Vernon for refereeing the Final.

SUMMER LEAGUE FIXTURES

Sunday 22nd May 2016.

GROUP A

The Kennys Cue v Metro Bar
Kennys Toolz v Institute SC
Staffs Bull A v Kings of Kennys