8 competitors form Fylde, Westmorland, Bury, Llanfairfechan and Stonyhurst turned up to contest this trophy which was played in 2 blocks of 4 and a final between the winners of each block.
Ged Smolskas (0) triumphed over all 3 in his block – Alison Broughton (6) Fylde, Elaine Crook (10 Llanfairfechan and Benedict O’Connor (6) Stonyhurst
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In the other block Phil Snowden (2) Fylde was equal on 2 wins with Sue Pritchard (3.5) Westmorland but won through on a who beat who tie break. Other block members Barry Broughton (5) Fylde and Gabby Smolskiene (10) Bury.
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The final was nip and tuck with Phil Snowden overcoming Ged having wasted his 2 bisques at hoop 1! A very happy day with great weather (considering the day before!!!)
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Particular thanks to Elaine travelling from Llanfairfechan – it was a delight to see you in your first ever tournament.
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