Victorian Billiards & Snooker Association Inc.

Representing & Developing Billiards & Snooker as a sport in Victoria

VBSA Patron: The Honourable Linda Dessau AC, Governor of Victoria.

VBSA

(Victorian Billiards & Snooker Association Inc.)
VBSA Patron: The Honourable Linda Dessau AC, Governor of Victoria.
Representing & Developing Billiards & Snooker as a sport in Victoria
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Coming events
2023 Lance Pannell Snooker Championship
Starts: Jun 10, 2023

Pacific International Billiards 2023
Starts: Jun 13, 2023

2023 Australian National Billiards
Starts: Jun 17, 2023

2023 West Coast International Snooker
Starts: Jun 30, 2023

2023 Victorian State Snooker Championship
Starts: Jul 01, 2023

Ruby Roberts Victorian Women’s Billiards C/ship
Starts: Jul 01, 2023

2023 National Women's Billiards Championship
Starts: Jul 12, 2023

2023 National Women's Snooker Championship
Starts: Jul 13, 2023

VBSA News

Reventon Hat Trick Series 2023 event 1

Hat Trick 1 Final Results  

See attachment

By: George Hoy  Mon 27th Feb 2023 - 12:20PM

Yarraville U19 Snooker Championship

Please see the attached for details of this new exciting event. Note this also attracts Victorian ranking points

. Venue - Yarraville. Starts - Sun 28th May Entries close - Sat 20th May.

Prize money 

$1000

This tournament is for all buding young 11yrs to 19yrs who would enjoy the chance to win to become the first Yarraville U19 champion.

Does not matter what cue sport you play 8ball, 9ball, pool, billiards or snooker get your entry in now to give it a go.  

By: Alec Spyrou  Wed 8th Feb 2023 - 12:05AM

2023 Victorian Masters Snooker Tournament

Victoria Masters Snooker Tournament

Venue - Yarraville Club, Melbourne. Starts - Sat 4th March to 5th March

Congratulations to George Spiteri on winning the Vic Masters Snooker Championship 2023

George was the best player on the weekend with not only winning but also got top break with a 84 he had a fight on his hands in the semi with Henry Lau when he went down 2nil but showed how well he was playing to come back and win the next 3 frames to take frame 5 on the black, in the final against Adrian Ridley it was a well fought out final with George playing great snookers and safe play that held Adrian's natural potting game back.

I would like to thank Larry Eforgan and his team of refeeres for doing a great job.

Hope to see you all at our next tournament.

By: George Hoy  Fri 16th Dec 2022 - 4:29PM

Neil Robertson & Ryan Thomerson Coach Snooker

Victoria has 2 Snooker Professionals on the World Snooker Tour - Neil Robertson and Ryan Thomerson. This video of their School visit has them playing on the same Junior Snooker Tables that the VBSA has installed at McKinnon Secondary College.  Click on this LINK

By: Mark Dunn  Wed 14th Dec 2022 - 10:49AM

WSF 2023 Championship Supporter Raffle

Tickets are now available for the World Snooker Federation 2023 Championship Supporter Raffle including

  • Two tickets to all sessions of Quarters, Semis & Finals
  • Travel Allowance
  • Spending money
  • Luxury accommodation
  • A personal “behind-the-scenes” tour of the Crucible hosted by WPBSA Chairman, Jason Ferguson
  • Total value $20,000
  • $5,000 2nd & $2,000 3rd prize

Held at the Crucible in April & May 2023.

Funds raised will go to the ABSC to support junior, coaching and referee development programs.  A portion of the funds will also be returned to the State Association.

See attached flier for full details and how to obtain tickets.

Follow this LINK to see VBSA Facebook video

By: Mark Dunn  Thu 1st Dec 2022 - 1:50PM

VBSA 2022 Annual General Meeting


The Annual General Meeting of the Victorian Billiards & Snooker Association Inc. was held on Friday, December 2nd, 2022.

The Minutes, Reports and FYE22 Financial Audit are attached.

By: Mark Dunn  Thu 10th Nov 2022 - 7:20PM

McKinnon Secondary College Development Program
The below message from VBSA President, Paul Cosgriff, to Pitsa Binnion, McKinnon Secondary College Principal, and Lachlan Noble, Deputy Principal. 
 
 
Dear Pitsa and Lachlan
 
Thank you very much for the opportunity to be at your very fine School yesterday. The time spent with your students was extremely rewarding, and a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
 
Please convey my appreciation to all the staff and students involved, and, especially your Snooker Captains Holly, Ashley and Tom. They are a credit to themselves, and to their School.
 
The time spent with the younger students was very pleasing since they showed such enthusiasm and well-mannered respect for both the facilities and the adults in the room.
 
It was terrific to have the time with you all, and I was especially pleased that  VBSA Marketing & Development Oficer, Jemma Wines, was able to be so involved and supportive. I very much enjoyed having Jemma's children, Beau and Finn, in the photos, and their pleasure in being part of your School Community is quite noticeable.
 
The visit to your School was a highlight for me personally, and the VBSA is greatly appreciative of the installation of the tables into the School, and the manner in which your students have been introduced to an appreciation of our great Sports.
 
All the Students comported themselves extremely well, and are a credit to your fine establishment.
 
See images from the day HERE
 
With gratitude
 
Paul Cosgriff, VBSA President 
 
By: Alec Spyrou  Thu 20th Oct 2022 - 3:38PM

2022 Australian Open Champion!!

Steve Mifsud triumphed 6-5 in the Australian Open Final, defeating Roger Farebrother in an exceedingly high-standard contest.

In the 11-frame final, Roger compiled 4 breaks of 45 or more, while Steve provided 5 breaks of 50 or more, showcasing the skill and precision we have missed, at this venue, since 2019!

The enthralling tussle had Steve leading 1-0 despite Roger’s break of 45. Roger then made breaks of 76 & 81 and “stole” the next on the final Black, to lead 3-1.

On resumption, Roger led 4-1, before Steve fought back to 4-3 with breaks of 64 & 65. Responding with courage, Roger’s 54 break brought him to the brink of victory at 5-3.

Then Steve provided a magnificent finish for the spectators, with breaks of 50, 61 & 64 to achieve the Championship Win 6-5!

Steve has now won the Australian Open Championship on 7 occasions, and the far wall of the “Mounties” Billiard Room had a montage of photos,  highlighting (a younger) Steve, and the Final, when he played Dene O’Kane in front of our former Prime Minister, Bob Hawke AC.

Attached image shows Frank Dewens (ABSC President), Steve Fitzpatrick (“Mounties” Vice-President), Steve Mifsud and Roger Farebrother.

 

By: Mark Dunn  Tue 11th Oct 2022 - 8:43AM

Robertson and Nutcharut Win Landmark Doubles Title

 

Neil Robertson and Thailand's Mink Nutcharut beat Mark Selby and Rebecca Kenna 4-2 in the final of the new BetVictor World Mixed Doubles at the end of a tournament which showcased women’s snooker to a vast audience.

Read the full story, and see Nutcharut's fantstic 74 clearance, at https://wst.tv/robertson-and-nutcharut-win-landmark-doubles-title/

 

 

By: Mark Dunn  Mon 26th Sep 2022 - 5:35PM

2022 Ruby Roberts VIC Womens Billiards C/Ship

Congratulation to Julie Watson on winning the 2022 Ruby Roberts Victorian Womens Billiards Championship at Cheltenham on Saturday in a thrilling last ditch win over Anna Lynch. 

That's the State Snooker & Billiards titles to Julie. 

Fantastic effort.

By: Mark Dunn  Mon 19th Sep 2022 - 12:47PM

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