POOL CLUB
Business House League (seasonal) – Monday to Wednesday (as required) – 7.00pm start
Mini-league round-robin competitions before and after the Business House League season.
Inter-club and Club Champs (seasonal) – Sunday – Start times vary.
For all inquiries please contact:-
😄🎱 Business House Pool 2026 🎱😄
Commences Monday 4th May
Any questions call Tony on 021 280 4703
Sunday 19 April - Wellsford v Warkworth
The match concluded in a draw, continuing what has become something of a pattern for us this season. This result marks our third home draw, a good result for both sides.
Wellsford arrived with a full complement of 12 players. It was a pleasure to see several familiar faces and to catch up with old friends. With a strong turnout on our side, we were able to field our team comfortably, with two players held in reserve (thank you, Ash and Kevin).
The doubles commenced at a brisk pace, with short, sharp games and an overall 4–2 win to Warkworth. Well, done Shirley and Trish, who pushed Bryce and Bob to the black in both frames and ensured they had to work hard for their victory.
Following a break for afternoon tea prior to the start of most of the singles, the afternoon proceeded at a more measured tempo. Unfortunately, after the interval we recorded one win to Jenny but then dropped four singles in succession, leaving the overall contest finely balanced. The match remained close through to the final game of the day, played by Trish. As many will attest, playing under the attention of the full gallery can be challenging—well done, Trish. Bob greatly appreciated the standard of competition and the enjoyment shared across both your doubles and singles.
Next match our first away game - Sunday 3rd May Warkworth v Wellsford @ Wellsford, 12 players required for this away game.
2026 Clive Hume VC Singles Tournament
Before we get into some highlights from the day a few notes of thanks:
A massive thank you to all players particularly those that travelled some distance to support this tournament, between petrol costs and adverse weather warnings we really appreciated your willingness to remain in the line-up.
Bob, Gary and Kare – stepping in at the 11th hour to bolster up the run sheet getting us to our 32 players.
Referees – great to see everyone stepping up from a loss to referee the next game.
Rina and her team – another scrumptious lunch enjoyed by everyone
Jan, Kelsey and Seth for looking after us throughout the day, from early morning coffee, a quick whip around with the vacuum to late afternoon drinks and everything in-between.
Dave O and his team, the day ran from smoothly, from initiation to the correct prize envelopes being in the magic black box. What a lovely surprise to have Jo join us for the day – great to have you back Jo.
The games began quickly, with most finishing fast due to the high skill level of the players. Below are a few highlights from the day that I observed:
Tim was an early ‘taxi’ call when two of his balls went flying off the table (I expect some pride flew off as well), that set us up with a good laugh and set the tone for a relaxed but serious competition.
Bobby v Deon – Deon was lucky to get a shot in one of their frames with Bobby breaking and clearing all but one ball off the break;
Marcia v Shay – 2 and almost 3 8 ball clearances
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azz v Ritchie – alas it wasn’t Ritchie’s day and boy did he cop some stick from his team – beaten by Jazz
The results:
Plate Semi = Trout v Shay & Gary v Grant = Shay v Grant with Shay the victor
Main Semi = Bobby v Bob & Tony v Jared = Bobby v Jared with Jared the victor
Medals were awarded this year to 3rd and 4th winners, Bob and Tony.
Next game is Sunday 19th Wellsford v Warkworth at Warkworth
PAPATOETOE v WARKWORTH - Saturday 28th March
Well, another week and another draw!
We faced Papatoetoe in a closely contested match, with the outcome once again ending in a tie.
Papatoetoe arrived with 21 players compared to our 20. Thanks to Brian and Jan for stepping in at the last minute, and to Marcia and Jennie for playing a couple of extra games. Their efforts ensured that both teams were evenly matched.
The Doubles matches were hard-fought, especially as many of us found it challenging to get into the game after a busy morning at the successful RSA Market. Despite these challenges, we managed to come out on top in the Doubles. However, Papatoetoe took the Singles.
Kim took the spotlight as she finished the day for us, securing the draw against Papatoetoe. Whether or not Kim realized everyone was watching her game, she remained cool, calm, and collected throughout the match.
It was a solid result for our team, and I am sure they will be practicing hard to ensure the win at their place in October.
Easter this weekend = no games
Following weekend Saturday 11th = Clive Hulme
19th April = Next team match Wellsford at home
RAMS v WARKWORTH - Sunday 22nd March
Our first hosting of the year, The Rodney Rams from Whangateau were quick to bring out their cues and set to practising on our tables.
There were a few mentions from them of the last time we faced off at Whangateau on their brand new tables and we took home a resounding win!
Approximately twelve players per team with a couple of late starters, our usual format doubles first and then the singles. Most doubles were over and done with quickly, meaning we could enjoy three frames in the singles as well.
Play ended with a win by Dave Harvey taking us to the draw, well done Dave!
Well done to all of us, the games were evenly contested with most going down to the black. A draw was an awesome result considering there was no strategy in the pairing of teams or the run list this time, we shan’t be doing that against Papatoetoe on Saturday!
Thanks to all the cooks and helpers, our lunch was well received.
Papatoetoe numbers are usually big, so please put your name down to ensure we have another great day on Saturday. Rustle up your favourite recipe and bring it in for all to share – doesn’t matter what it is every contribution helps and saves us having to pay to bring food in.
2026 - 9 Ball Open
A big congratulations to Michael, our 9 Ball Open Champion for the season!
Sixteen teams took on the challenge of three‑frame matches, and the beauty of 9 ball was on full display — it truly can be anyone’s game, with opponents sometimes doing all the work for you.
Chasing that elusive 9 ball proved great fun, with cheers and whoops of delight ringing out throughout the day as every player enjoyed moments of success, even if not always the win.
The standard of play lifted even higher in the semi‑finals, with some outstanding potting on show.
However, the match of the day had to be the final. Michael raced out to a commanding two‑frame lead before Tim fought back to take the third. Into the fourth‑frame showdown we went — or so we thought — when Michael sank the 9 ball straight off the break to seal a thrilling victory.
Well played to all competitors, and congratulations again to Michael on a fantastic win!
2026 Scotch Doubles
Our first competition of the year didn’t disappoint, plenty of amazing shots, but equally plenty that left some partners shaking their heads in wonder.
A line of up thirteen teams and a starting position of three frame games, alas that wasn’t to be with one of our first games lasting a mammoth 75 minutes (what were they doing), after some quick calculations a decision was made and down to one frame games we were.
The round robin matches took us through to our usual amazing smorgasbord for lunch, after which we headed into the quarters, semis and then into the final. First semis Bobby and Brian v Dave H and Gary and the second Bros and Jamin v Yash and Anjali, the photos below reveal the victors who headed into a five frame final.
Congratulations to Bros and Jamin, winners of the 2026 Scotch Doubles, some hard-fought battles through the day led them to the final challenge against Bobby and Brian.
Well-deserved as Bros and Jamin had not only shown great skills and collaboration but awesome team sportsmanship throughout the day.
Sunday saw the annual WW RSA v WW Golf Club competition (postponed from late last year).
We had eight keen participants, but sadly the Golf Club had no challengers, gifting us the win for 2025.
Determined to make the most of what was a less-than-ideal situation, we went ahead and played golf. The threatened rain never materialised, and the course was in great nick despite the deluge the day before. It turned out to be a great day, and Robbie Blair made the most of it with an impressive 40 points. Next closest were Dave Harvey with 33, and Gary Mowday and Kevin Baldwin with 32.
After some refreshments at the Golf Club, we headed back to the RSA to play pool. We decided to run a mini tournament, and after a round of singles qualifying, our final four were Kevin, Gary, Robbie, and me.
In our semi-final, I took the first frame against Robbie, and then he fouled on the black after snookering himself in the second frame, handing me the win. In the other semi-final, Kevin cleared his last few balls and the black to win the third frame against Gary in a well-fought match.
Kev and I then played the final, which I won, and that brought an end to a great day that everyone enjoyed, despite it not being quite what we had hoped for.
Big thanks to Art, Chris, and Jodene for being part of it, along with the players mentioned above, and to Marcia for the early opening.
T H
2026 Pool Season - Starting with the Curry League
Hi Everyone,
The 2026 pool season will be kicking off with the summer curry league, which will be played on Tuesday nights at 7pm from March 3rd through until April 21st. The format is 8 drawn teams of 4 players and the play is 4 singles plus 2 Scotch doubles for the match. We normally finish the night with a game of killer ($2 entry).
It's great fun and numbers are limited to 32, so please put your name down if you'd like to play.
Please also add your name at the bottom if you'd like to be a reserve.
The sign-up sheet is now up on the board
Cheers
Dave