Week 3 report
Bond returns to league action.
Nigel Bond, Lennons SC 'H'
There was an exciting development in Alfreton this week, marked by a "big announcement" (those in the know will understand!). Twelve-year-old Rocco Amalou made a memorable debut in the Harry Anderson Memorial competition, taking on league veteran Lee Hage of YM Brotherhood. Rocco, who hones his skills at the junior club run by Alan Crownshaw at Alfreton SC, showcased his potential by securing a 3-2 victory over his experienced opponent. He also impressed with a solid break of 32. Keep an eye on this young talent – he’s definitely one to watch for the future.
Rocco Amalou, Alfreton SC 'B'
Also in Alfreton, Kyle Ryde carried the momentum from his impressive weekend in the Bennetts British Superbike Championship, where he secured two wins to stay in the championship hunt. Upon his return, he extended his winning streak, helping the 'A' team secure a full 5 points in their match against Clowne 'A'. The victory keeps them firmly at the top of the table.
Kyle Ryde, Alfreton Sc 'A'
Nigel Bond made a highly anticipated return to league play, needing no introduction to fans. His frame against Darren Mosley was a standout, both in terms of speed and quality, during Lennons 'H' team's commanding 4-1 victory over Brotherhood 'A'. Mosley started strong, building a solid lead with a well-crafted 38 break, but Bond's class and experience shone through as he responded with breaks of 30 and a 40 clearance, narrowly clinching the frame by just 2 points. Brotherhood 'A' managed to take a consolation frame through Jonathan Hall, who defeated Lennons 'H' captain Kevin Breeze.
Darren Mosley, Brotherhood 'A'
In Division 2, former Young Player of the Year Johnnie Bates of Lennons SC 'I' displayed the form that earned him that title, setting the division's high break mark of 40 in his team's 4-1 victory over Hasland Club 'D'. Hasland 'D' are finding the early stages of life in their new division challenging, not least by the unfortunate accident of one their players, Joe Major, who broke his arm this week and will put him out of action for some time, we wish him a speedy recovery.
Meanwhile, Brotherhood C’s rapid rise continues with another dominant performance at home, securing a 4-1 win against Hasland 'B'. This victory puts them 2 points clear at the top of the table, with John Roseman leading the individual standings after three wins from three matches. Brotherhood looks like they’ll be a tough team to beat this season!
It was a pleasure to briefly stop by Newbold CA to catch the opening of the ‘C’ team's match against Lennons ‘G’. The visitors got off to a strong start, with Sean Lennon continuing his perfect record this season by defeating Alan Kerry. However, Newbold responded impressively with wins from John Haywood, Tony Bonsall, and captain Geoff McCleavy, securing a 3-2 victory. Niall Hardwick earned the second point for Lennons.
Next week, the draws for the Romley Prelim, Geoff Hardy Memorial, and the John Smith Memorial competitions will take place. With these events, players will have a busy schedule of individual matches. If you haven't already, please make sure all your current matches are scheduled with confirmed dates.
As the week drew to a close, a bit of magic unfolded at Alfreton SC. In his Harry Anderson match against Brotherhoods, John Roseman, Steve Donner capped off his 3-0 win with an incredible 136 total clearance. This marks Steve’s 4th century and his personal best in the Chesterfield & District League. Impressively, it also ranks as joint 7th highest out of the 116 centuries recorded. Congratulations, Steve!
Until next week, Stuart
Steve Donner, Alfreton SC 'A'
Premier Division
TEAM STANDINGS RESULTS
1.Alfreton SC ‘A’ 9pts Alfreton ‘A’ 5-0 Clowne ‘A’
2.Lennons SC ‘H’ 6pts Brotherhood ‘A 1-4 Lennons ‘H’
3.Brotherhood ‘A’ 5pts Welcome ‘A’ BYE
4.Hasland Club ‘A’ 4pts Hasland Club ‘A’ BYE
5.Welcome ‘A’ 3pts
6.Clowne Lib ‘A’ 3pts
Breaks:
Steve Donner, Alfreton ‘A’ (51)
Nigel Bond, Lennons ‘H’ (30,40)
Darren Mosley, Brotherhood ‘A’ (38)
PLAYERS STANDINGS
1.Ian Rose, Alfreton SC ‘A’ 2/2 +85pts
2.Jonathan Hall, Brotherhood ‘A’ 2/2 +64pts
3. Jack Morton, Alfreton SC ‘A’ 2/2 +42pts
4.Kennedy Wright, Alfreton SC ‘A’ 2/2 +39pts
5.Karl Brownlow, Clowne Lib ‘A’ 3/2 +2pts
6.Dave Pagett, Lennons SC ‘H’ 1/1 +65pts
7.Steve Donner, Alfreton SC ‘A’ 1/1 +49pts
8.Glen Shawcroft, Alfreton SC ‘A’ 1/1 +39pts
Division One
TEAM STANDINGS RESULTS
1. New Whitt ‘B’ 9pts Lennons ‘A’ 1-4 Newbold CA’A’
2. Lennons SC ‘C’ 8pts Alfreton ‘D’ 2-3 New Whitt ‘B’
3.Newbold CA’A’ 7pts Brotherhood B 2-3 Lennons ‘C’
4. Alfreton SC ‘D’ 5pts Alfreton ‘G’ BYE
5.Brotherhood ‘B’ 5pts
6.Alfreton SC ‘G’ 4pts
7.Lennons SC ‘A’ 2pts
Breaks: Mark Lee, New Whitt ‘B’ (37)
PLAYERS STANDINGS
1. Mark Lee, New Whitt ‘B’ 3/3 +86pts
2. Terry Dowson, Alfreton SC ‘D’ 2/2 +60pts
3.Steve Goodwin, Newbold CA’A’ 2/2 +54pts
4.Kieron Wood, Newbold CA’A’ 2/2 +36pts
5.Martin Conway, Brotherhood B 2/2 +34pts
6.Dan Lock, New Whitt ‘B’ 3/2 +54pts
7.Rob Titchener, Lennons ‘C 3/2 +16pts
8.Martin Lawrence, New Whitt B 1/1 +48pts
Division Two
TEAM STANDINGS RESULTS
1.Brotherhood ‘C’ 10pts Hasland ‘C’ 3-2 Grassmoor A
2.Lennons ‘F’ 8pts Lennons ‘F’ 4-1 Hasland ‘D’
3.Alfreton ‘B’ 7pts Brotherhood C 4-1 Hasland ‘B’
4.Hasland Club ‘C’ 6pts Alfreton ‘B’ BYE
5.Hasland Club ‘B’ 6pts
6.Hasland Club ‘D’ 5pts
7.Grassmoor WMC ‘A’ 3pts
Breaks:
Johnnie Bates, Lennons ‘F’ (40)
Mark Hodgekinson, Brotherhood ‘C’ (32)
John Roseman, Brotherhood ‘C’ (32)
Mike Boden, Lennons ‘F’ (31)
PLAYERS STANDINGS
1.John Roseman, Brotherhood ‘C’ 3/3 +114pts
2.Adam Deveroux, Alfreton ‘B’ 2/2 +83pts
3.Johnnie Bates, Lennons ‘F’ 2/2 +79pts
4. Dean Sporton, Hasland ‘C’ 2/2 +77pts
5.Nick Oakley, Alfreton ‘B’ 2/2 +73pts
6.Adrian Minshull, Alfreton ‘B’ 2/2 +69pts
7. Brian James, Grassmoor ‘A’ 2/2 +22pts
8. Joe Major, Hasland ‘D’ 2/2 +10pts
Division Three
TEAM STANDINGS RESULTS
1.Lennons SC ‘I’ 11pts Brotherhood ‘D’ 4-1 Clowne ‘B’
2. Doe Lea MW ‘A’ 8pts Newbold CA ‘B’ 1-4 Doe Lea ‘A’
3. Brotherhood ‘D’ 7pts New Whitt ‘A’ 2-3 Lennons ‘I’
4.Clowne Lib ‘B’ 5pts Alfreton ‘F’ BYE
5.Newbold CA’B’ 5pts
6.New Whitt ‘A’ 5pts
7.Alfreton SC ‘F’ 4pts
BREAKS: N/A
PLAYERS STANDINGS
1.Jason Wood, Lennons ‘I’ 3/3 +89pts
2.Robert Wragsdale, Doe Lea ‘A’ 3/3 +40pts
3.Lee Shaw, Brotherhood ‘D’ 2/2 +79pts
4.Simon Furniss, Clowne ‘B’ 2/2 +68pts
5.Callum Greenfield, Brotherhood ‘D’ 2/2 +44pts
6Callum Arrand, New Whitt ‘A’ 2/2 +11pts
7.Vinny Canning, Doe Lea ‘A’ 3/2 +63pts
8.Lewis Longden, Lennons ‘I’ 3/2 +49pts
Division Four
TEAM STANDINGS RESULTS
1.Brotherhood ‘F’ 15pts Brotherhood ‘E’ 3-2 Brotherhood ‘G’
2.Newbold CA’C’ 8pts Newbold WMC B 0-5 Brotherhood ‘F’
3.Lennons SC ‘G’ 7pts Newbold CA’C’ 3-2 Lennons ‘G’
4.Brotherhood ‘E’ 6pts Lennons ‘J’ BYE
5.Brotherhood ‘G’ 4pts
6.Lennons 'SC ‘J’ 3pts
7. Newbold WMC ‘C’ 2pts
BREAKS: N/A
PLAYERS STANDINGS
1.Mark Bower, Brotherhood ‘F’ 3/3 +111pts
2.Keith Chaplin, Brotherhood ‘F’ 3/3 +110pts
3.Shane Sykes, Brotherhood ‘F’ 3/3 +90pts
4.Michael Elliott, Brotherhood ‘F’ 3/3 +63pts
5.Sean Lennon, Lennons ‘G’ 2/2 +75pts
6.John Haywood, Newbold CA’C’ 2/2 +73pts
7. Darren Perry, Brotherhood ‘F’ 2/2 +62pts
8. Geoff McCleavy, Newbold CA’C’ 2/2 +40pts
Competition Results
Premier: Rd 1
Gav Cann 1-3 Kieron Stevenson
(31,34,46 breaks)
Mark Hodgekinson 3-1 Jay Garbett
Handicap: Rd 1
Jamie Luckman 1-3 John Roseman
Dave Wilkinson 1-3 Alex West
Jason Rimington 3-0 Rocco Amalou
(32,34 Break)
Mark Arnott 3-1 Damien Woodward
Duncan Waring 2-3 Jack Morton
(30 break)
Harry Anderson Memorial: Rd 1
Steve Donner 3-0 John Roseman
(136 Break)
Mark Arnott 3-1 Shaun Donaldson
(42 Break)
Dan Barnes 0-3 Martin Conway
Shane Miles 3-1 Adam Moss
Rocco Amalou 3-2 Lee Hage
(32 Break)