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NOTICE is hereby given that the
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the English Association of Snooker & Billiards Ltd will be held on Saturday 12th May 2012, (12:00 noon) at The Star Snooker Academy, Sheffield United Football Club Academy, Firshill Crescent, Sheffield S4 7DJ.
BOARDROOM CHANGES
At their board meeting on 16th April, the Directors of EASB elected John Hartley as the new Chief Executive, taking over from Peter Ainsworth who is retiring as a director at the end of the current season. The appointment will have immediate effect, although Peter will remain on the board for several weeks to ensure a smooth transition. In addition to his new duties, John will also continue in his role as Chairman and director responsible for billiards competitions.
At the same meeting the resignation of Mark Jones as Technical Director was acknowledged. He is standing down from the Board due to increasing business and family commitments, but will remain involved with the association in the capacity of a technical consultant.
Thanks were expressed for the contributions made by both outgoing directors.
EASB TEAM TAKE ON THE EGGHEADS
A team of EASB representatives will soon be appearing on television, after taking on the might of the Eggheads, in the popular BBC 2 quiz show.
The team, which was captained by EASB Marketing Director, Oliver Wagner, consisted of Chairman John Hartley, referees Steve Fletcher and Rob Wright and player Paul Honess.
Although we are not allowed to reveal the final result, the five had a fantastic day at the studios in Glasgow, and are eagerly awaiting the transmission date from the BBC.
WORLD SNOOKER MAIN TOUR PLACES
We have been advised by World Snooker that they have withdrawn the direct nomination to their Main Tour which has previously been available to EASB as National Governing Body for England. This announcement comes very late in the season and is contrary to verbal assurances previously given that the established arrangements would be honoured. The decision, particularly the manner in which it was taken, is a extremely disappointing action on the part of a professional organisation, and affects not only England, but a number of other NGBs.
The decision will have a direct impact on the players currently competing for the English Main Tour place. We are currently looking at whether alternative arrangements can be made to provide the original prize, and in this respect have approached the European Association who have been given an additional two places. As these have not been allocated yet, it is hoped that they may be able to help us for this current season.
Should this approach not be successful, we will endeavour to look at whatever alternative arrangements can be made to assist the English players achieve professional status. Further announcements will be made as this progress
REGIONAL JUNIOR TOUR PLAY OFF's
The last 16 Qualifiers list and Players letter can now bw found on the
Tournaments page
AMATEUR SNOOKER TOUR
The last 16 Qualifiers list and Players letter can now bw found on the
Tournaments page
NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE UNDER 21s SERIES EVENT 3
Please be advised that above event has had to be cancelled. This event will now be played on Saturday/Sunday 2nd/3rd June 2012
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We are pleased to announce that by agreement with the current owners, World Professional Billiards & Snooker Association (WPBSA) the "John Roberts" billiards trophy will be presented to the winner of the new EASB Billiards Championship, which is being run jointly with the CIU. The historic trophy, which stands 27" high, has for many years resided as an exhibit in the Clare Museum, Liverpool, and EASB are proud to facilitate its reappearance as a competitive trophy..jpg)
