The L&L Property Contractors Snooker League returned from cup action this with some thrilling encounters, which again included stand-out individual performances.
Division Two’s United Club B delivered a dazzling 5-0 victory over fellow second-tier opponents Vets Club B, showcasing their dominance and composure with powerful performances.
In frame one United B captain Stephen Jackson displayed his tactical prowess and precise potting to defeat Jordan Ferguson 45-37, setting the tone for the match.
Stephen Harrison continued United B’s momentum with an exceptional performance, controlling the game to win 53-33 over a resilient Adam Hodgson.
Frame three saw Richard Kirkham deliver an outstanding performance, combining precision and creativity to secure a commanding 90-23 win over Wayne Sinclair and a 3-0 United B lead.
Adam Sowden demonstrated his consistency and focus in frame four, claiming a comfortable 48-15 victory against Vets B’s Lewis Straughton to extend the lead to 4-0.
In the final frame of the match Shane Tallentire wrapped up the victory in style, dominating Luke Richardson 49-17 with a composed and polished display to complete the 5-0 whitewash in the process.
The result solidifies United Club B’s position at the top of Division Two, moving them to 15 points, one point ahead of second-placed Workington Conservative Club.
In a thrilling encounter, Station Road delivered a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Workington Conservative Club, showcasing their resilience with some excellent individual efforts.
Darren Lawson opened for Station Road with a composed performance, defeating Alan Moore 53-35 in a tight and strategic frame.
Station Road Club’s leading light Kevin Kirkham showcased his class in frame two crafting a quick-fire break of 38 to dismantle Julian Plaza 88-6 in an emphatic display of skill and control.
At 2-0 to Station Road Brian Kendall provided a lifeline for Workington Cons, battling to a 42-31 victory over Chris Hunter pulling the match score back to 2-1.
Cons’ David Holland was magnificent in the next, producing an incredible display of potting to demolish Station Road’s Mike Walker 91-10, levelling the match at 2-2.
In the decider, Tom Thompson was unwavering under pressure, showcasing his tactical awareness and shot-making ability to overcome Ryan Barker 74-17, clinching the match win for Station Road.
The victory sees Station Road remain in third place in Division One on 12 points, while Workington Cons stay second in Division Two with 14 points.
In the next fixture Workington’s Veterans Club A edged out Maryport Social 3-2 on the final ball in a dramatic Division One v Division Two clash.
Vets A captain Kevin Basnett opened up with a commanding display for the away side, crafting breaks of 55 and 44 to whitewash Ben Scott 99-0.
In frame two Maryport’s Andrew Sharp responded with determination, defeating Paul Smith 66-45 to level the match at 1-1.
Mark Tatton was in scintillating form yet again in frame four, compiling a classy break of 53 to overcome Andrew Scott 72-19.
It was Gary Miller who steadied the ship for Maryport Social, delivering a confident display to win 58-21 for a 2-2 scoreline.
In the decider, Greg Todd looked poised to claim the victory for Maryport, but a missed pink allowed Mark Tunstall to sink the final two balls, securing a dramatic 44-43 win for Veterans Club A.
The victory moves Vets A to nine points, maintaining their fourth position in Division One, while Maryport Social remain fourth in Division Two with eight points.
United Club A extended their unbeaten start to the season with a commanding 4-1 home victory over Whitehaven’s Rack Shack.
Neil Docherty got Rack Shack off to a strong start, defeating Dave Chapman 54-11 with a precise and composed display.
Mark Suitor responded for United Club A in frame two with a steady 47-31 win over the improving Adam Morilla.
At 1-1, United A’s Peter O’Hagan produced an outstanding performance, crafting a break of 34 to dominate Lee Docherty 68-9.
Clive Lister delivered a polished fourth frame display, dismantling Phil Denvir 58-10, constructing a 31 break in the process for a 3-1 United A lead.
In the final frame of the match United A captain Andrew Mitchelhill galvanised the win for United Club A with an authoritative 65-24 victory over Chris McKelvey.
United A remain top of Division One with 17 points, five points ahead of second-placed Workington Golf Club A. Rack Shack remain third in Division Two with eight points, tied with Maryport Social.
