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Snooker
Noch 7 Frames bis zum Was-wäre-wenn?
Zhao Xintong führt nach Tag 1 des WM-Finals im Crucible Theatre mit 11:6 gegen Mark Williams und steht nur noch sieben Frames vor dem Schreiben von Snooker-Geschichte. Er wäre erstmaliger Weltmeister, allerdings auch mit diversen Folgen, die sich teils nicht unbedingt angenehm anfühlen. Rein sportlich gesehen ist es ein tolles Finale, vor allem aus Sicht des Chinesen, der die erste Session mit 7:1 dominierte. Williams gewann zwar den Abend, steht aber trotzdem mit dem Rücken zur Wand. Die große Frage ist jetzt auch, was man mit den Ranglistenpunkten von Zhao anfängt, würde er doch direkt wieder in die...
2025-05-05
20 min
Total Clearance
Noch 7 Frames bis zum Was-wäre-wenn?
Zhao Xintong führt nach Tag 1 des WM-Finals im Crucible Theatre mit 11:6 gegen Mark Williams und steht nur noch sieben Frames vor dem Schreiben von Snooker-Geschichte. Er wäre erstmaliger Weltmeister, allerdings auch mit diversen Folgen, die sich teils nicht unbedingt angenehm anfühlen. Rein sportlich gesehen ist es ein tolles Finale, vor allem aus Sicht des Chinesen, der die erste Session mit 7:1 dominierte. Williams gewann zwar den Abend, steht aber trotzdem mit dem Rücken zur Wand. Die große Frage ist jetzt auch, was man mit den Ranglistenpunkten von Zhao anfängt, würde er doch direkt wieder in die...
2025-05-05
20 min
Framed: The Snooker Podcast
Matt Huart: Snooker fan to comms guru
Shabnam chats to WPBSA Head of Communications Matt Huart about his journey to his dream job in snooker. Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. With Shabnam Younus-Jewell.
2025-04-29
27 min
The onefourseven Snooker Podcast
The Onefourseven Snooker Podcast - Season Three - Episode Ten
The only award winning snooker podcast is back with the long promised "Listener Questions Special", although Shaun Murphy and Phil Seymour don't quite manage to catch up on all of them! There's also a full catch up on everything snooker, from Kyren Wilson's stunning win in Berlin, to the TNT Sports changes, and Shaun's departure from the WPBSA Players board.... and more! As always, please get involved with us on social media @onefoursevenpod, and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-04
1h 07
Framed: The Snooker Podcast
Jason Ferguson: I love the development side
Shabnam catches up with the chairman of snooker’s world governing body the WPBSA.Explore the sport of snooker, from its biggest names to sharing stories of the people involved at all levels of the game. Presenter: Shabnam Younus-Jewell. Producers: James Patient. Originally broadcast on BBC Essex.
2025-02-04
26 min
The Snooker Hall Podcast
Episode 31 - Wuhan review, Belfast preview with WPBSA coach Fin Ruane
Snooker coach Fin Ruane joins me to talk about his journey in snooker and his career as a snooker coach. We also analyse Xiao Guodong's maiden ranking title in Wuhan and we look ahead to the Northern Ireland Open in Belfast.
2024-10-17
1h 01
The Snooker Hall Podcast
Episode 30 - WPBSA coach Colin Matty joins the podcast
Colin Matty joins me to talk about the world of snooker coaching and I offer my thoughts on the passing of Clive Everton.
2024-10-07
42 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
10. Clive Everton - The Voice of Snooker
Following the sad news that commentary great Clive Everton - regarded by many as the voice of snooker - passed away last Friday, we are joined on the WPBSA Snooker Podcast by three of the people who knew him best to reflect upon a lifetime of service to cuesports. Host Michael McMullan is joined by fellow snooker journalists and broadcasters David Hendon and Phil Yates to remember their friend and mentor with a range of stories and anecdotes from down the years. You can also read Dave's obituary for Clive at the WPBSA website...
2024-10-01
45 min
The onefourseven Snooker Podcast
The Onefourseven Snooker Podcast - Season Three - Episode One
The only award winning snooker podcast finally returns with the first episode of the 24/25 snooker season, with Shaun Murphy and Phil Seymour joined by WPBSA Player Relations Manager Neil Tomkins, live in Lilleshall! They explain what they're doing there and have a catch-up on everything that's happened since the end of last season. As always, please get involved with us on social media @onefoursevenpod, and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-05
1h 07
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
9. Paying Tribute to Snooker Great Ray Reardon
One of snooker's all-time greats Ray Reardon has sadly passed away at the age of 91 and today we bring you a very special edition of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast to reflect upon his incredible life in our sport. Host Michael McMullan is joined by a bumper cast including Jimmy White and Neal Foulds - both of whom enjoyed competing with Reardon at the height of their own careers - as well as leading broadcasters David Hendon and Phil Yates to pay tribute. Among a wide range of topics discussed are Reardon's life before snooker, his...
2024-07-20
38 min
Snooker
Michael White verurteilt und ganz viele aktuelle Themen
Nächste Woche beginnt im chinesischen Shanghai das nächste (Einladungs-)Turnier der neuen Snooker-Saison. Aber Kathi und Chris haben trotzdem einige andere Themen zu besprechen, von denen einige nicht gerade fröhlich sind. Michael White wurde zu drei Jahren Haft verurteilt aufgrund von häuslicher Gewalt. Der Waliser wurde von der WPBSA mit sofortiger Wirkung ausgeschlossen. Weiterhin hat Stephen Hendry seine ITC diesmal nicht angenommen, die Eurosport-Kommentatoren wurden bekannt gegeben und noch mehr Turniere sollen aus dem UK verschwinden. Kathi und Chris haben einiges zu besprechen. Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de...
2024-07-13
31 min
Total Clearance
Michael White verurteilt und ganz viele aktuelle Themen
Nächste Woche beginnt im chinesischen Shanghai das nächste (Einladungs-)Turnier der neuen Snooker-Saison. Aber Kathi und Chris haben trotzdem einige andere Themen zu besprechen, von denen einige nicht gerade fröhlich sind. Michael White wurde zu drei Jahren Haft verurteilt aufgrund von häuslicher Gewalt. Der Waliser wurde von der WPBSA mit sofortiger Wirkung ausgeschlossen. Weiterhin hat Stephen Hendry seine ITC diesmal nicht angenommen, die Eurosport-Kommentatoren wurden bekannt gegeben und noch mehr Turniere sollen aus dem UK verschwinden. Kathi und Chris haben einiges zu besprechen. Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von der Podcastbude.www.podcastbu.de...
2024-07-13
31 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
8. Dene O'Kane Remembered
Following the deeply sad news that former ranking event finalist Dene O'Kane has passed away, today we bring you a special edition of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast to remember New Zealand's greatest ever player. Our regular host Michael McMullan is joined by WPBSA Chairman Jason Ferguson and leading snooker broadcaster David Hendon to pay tribute to a player who travelled across the globe to pursue his snooker dream. We reflect on a distinguished career which saw him twice reach the World Championship quarter-finals and career-high world ranking of 18, as well as his character and affable...
2024-05-15
19 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
7. Davis Back on Top of the Snooker World
The season one finale of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast is upon us and today we revisit the story of the 1987 World Championship which saw Steve Davis regain the title for the first time in three years to reaffirm his position as the number one player of the era. Host Michael McMullan is joined by six-time Crucible king Davis himself, alongside former world number three and leading snooker analyst Neal Foulds, who himself memorably reached the semi-finals of the event that year in Sheffield. A bumper episode sees a wide-range of topics discussed including the season...
2024-05-15
1h 04
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
6. Snooker's Tales From Wales
For many years Wales has been a hotbed of talent for the World Snooker Tour and in the latest episode of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast we discuss just a few of the stars from the valleys to have made their imprint upon our sport. Host Michael McMullan is joined by Wayne Griffiths, son of 1979 world champion Terry Griffiths and leading snooker coach in his own right, as well as WPBSA Player Relations Manager and former Tour player Neil Tomkins to recount their own fascinating experiences of growing up in Wales and the snooker scene in the country.
2024-05-06
49 min
ParaPower Mapping
NOID-MAXXING (#1): A Wake for the Noided Self-Immolator, Ponzi Papers Close Reading, & the Fall of Crypto-Babylon
Sub to the PPM Patreon to access the entirety of NOID-MAXXING (#2), including the deep dive into the intersections of the Silicon Valley & Silicon Wadi crypto-criminal networks & the overlaps b/w Israel's tech industry & the Epstein network: patreon.com/ParaPowerMapping In which we memorialize the life & times of Max A z z a r e l l o , the parapol Icarus who flew a little too close to the noided sun and self-immolated in front of the Trump hush money trial on Apr. 19th (a date rife w/ conspiracy significance) and conduct a...
2024-05-04
1h 16
Talking Snooker
Talking Snooker Episode 164 - World Championship latest LIVE FROM SHEFFIELD with Mark and Ryan Watterson
Nick and Phil are back with a special episode live from Sheffield, and they're joined by two brilliant guests in father and son, Mark and Ryan Watterson.There's plenty of chat about all the best of 25 matches played in the World Championship at the Crucible over the last week, from the second round and quarter-final stages, plus the latest news from the semi-finals.There's also plenty from Mark and Ryan too, including Mark's great love of this championship since he first came to the Crucible since 1977 and Ryan's new...
2024-05-03
1h 33
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
5. Seventh Snooker Heaven for Allison Fisher In India
This week sees the annual World Women's Snooker Day staged at the Crucible Theatre and in the latest episode of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast we are joined by cuesports royalty as Allison Fisher MBE recounts the tale of her seventh and final world snooker title. Host Michael McMullan is joined by Fisher and also compatriot Tessa Davidson, who Fisher bested in the semi-finals of the event and 30 years on remains a force at the top of the women's game. The pair recall the staging of the spectacular event at the Meridian Hotel and their semi-final...
2024-04-29
43 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
4. Knowles Dethrones Davis as Higgins Wins Second World Snooker Title
In the latest episode of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast we recall the story of the 1982 World Snooker Championship - among the best remembered editions of the tournament in its rich and storied history. Host Michael McMullan is joined by former world number two Tony Knowles - who so memorably dethroned the defending champion Steve Davis 10-1 in the opening round - and John Skilbeck, author of Goody Two Shoes, a fantastic new book which chronicles the story of the event in unparalled detail. The duo of course revisit that famous first round win for Knowles...
2024-04-22
48 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
3. Best of British for Bond in 1996
The first season of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast continues as we revisit the 1996 British Open and one of the most dramatic finishes to a ranking event final in history at the Plymouth Pavilions. Host Michael McMullan is joined by Nigel Bond - the player who dramatically potted the final black to lift his maiden crown - as well as Phil Yates who was in the commentary box for Sky Sports. We take a detailed look back at the tournament itself, as well as the key moments from the surrounding months during a memorable season at...
2024-04-15
47 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
2. Hendry Makes Snooker History in 1999
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast returns for the first of a six-episode opening season and we begin with a big one as we look back at the 1999 World Championship which saw Stephen Hendry claim a magnificent seventh Crucible title! Host Michael McMullan is joined by leading snooker broadcaster and journalist David Hendon - who was the WPBSA Press Officer at the event - alongside two-time ranking event winner Joe Perry, who secured a memorable victory of his own at the tournament against the legendary Steve Davis. The trio plot their way through the key moments from...
2024-04-08
44 min
Framed: The Snooker Podcast
Nigel Bond: “It’s great to still be involved in the sport”
After 33 years as a professional, Nigel Bond retired in 2022. He is now a coach and member of the WPBSA Board. He tells Shabnam how grateful he is that snooker remains a huge part of his life.
2024-03-18
26 min
The Ankura Podcast
The Business Behind Sport: Jason Ferguson, Group Chairman & CEO at The World Professional Billiards & Snooker Association
Snooker has always been a popular sport, particularly in the UK, but its rapid growth worldwide has led to a potential global audience of 1.8 billion viewers.In this episode of The Business Behind Sport podcast, Jonny Gray speaks to Jason Ferguson, Group Chairman & CEO of The World Professional Billiards & Snooker Association (WPBSA) and Director of the World Snooker Tour to discuss Jason’s journey from a player to running the sport worldwide, including his hopes for entry as an Olympic sport in Los Angeles 2028.Subscribe to The Business Behind Sport
2024-02-01
46 min
Total Clearance
Verbands- und Amateur-Talk mit Flo Nüßle und Felix Frede
Letzte Woche ist der österreichische Snookerverband aus der IBSF ausgetreten, einem der beiden größten Amateur-Weltverbände (neben der WSF). Kathi und Chris nutzen das Thema, um mal ausführlich über das ganze Verbands-Konstrukt aus WPBSA, WCBS, WSF, IBSF und so weiter auseinanderzunehmen. Als kompetente Gäste haben sich die beiden dazu Florian Nüßle und Felix Frede eingeladen. Snooker zu den World Games oder Olympia? Neben den Bestrebungen, Snooker olympisch zu machen, driften die Verbände WSF und IBSF auch in der Frage auseinander, in welche Richtung Snooker-Spieler auszubilden sind. Flo und Felix geben interessante Einblicke in das ganze Thema, spr...
2024-01-24
42 min
Snooker
Verbands- und Amateur-Talk mit Flo Nüßle und Felix Frede
Letzte Woche ist der österreichische Snookerverband aus der IBSF ausgetreten, einem der beiden größten Amateur-Weltverbände (neben der WSF). Kathi und Chris nutzen das Thema, um mal ausführlich über das ganze Verbands-Konstrukt aus WPBSA, WCBS, WSF, IBSF und so weiter auseinanderzunehmen. Als kompetente Gäste haben sich die beiden dazu Florian Nüßle und Felix Frede eingeladen. Snooker zu den World Games oder Olympia? Neben den Bestrebungen, Snooker olympisch zu machen, driften die Verbände WSF und IBSF auch in der Frage auseinander, in welche Richtung Snooker-Spieler auszubilden sind. Flo und Felix geben interessante Einblicke in das ganze Thema, spr...
2024-01-24
42 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
1. Hunter Comeback Secures First Masters Title at Wembley
Welcome to the pilot episode of the WPBSA Snooker Podcast as we revisit the 2001 Masters which saw the late Paul Hunter complete a sensational comeback to win the first of his three Wembley titles! Host Michael McMullan is joined by Ireland's Fergal O'Brien - the player on the receiving end of Hunter's fightback in the final - as well as former world champion Shaun Murphy, who was making his debut at snooker's most prestigious invitational event that year. As well as the unforgettable final itself - including the famous 'Plan B' - we take a...
2024-01-08
49 min
The WPBSA Snooker Podcast
Welcome to the WPBSA Snooker Podcast!
Michael McMullan introduces a new upcoming podcast from snooker's world governing body as we delve into the archives to look back at iconic moments from the history of our great sport. Follow the WPBSA via our official website and social platforms: X Facebook Instagram YouTube
2024-01-02
00 min
The onefourseven Snooker Podcast
The Onefourseven Snooker Podcast - Season Two - Episode Fourteen
On this Christmas Special episode of season two of The onefourseven Snooker Podcast, Shaun Murphy and Phil Seymour are celebrating being shortlisted for the Sports Podcast Awards 2024, and they talk about the last week's Scottish Open and Shaun being elected on to the WPBSA Players board, but we mainly focus on your questions you've sent in, ranging from serious quandaries about the tour, to which are the best festive chocolates, and a whole lot more! As always, please get involved with us on social media @onefoursevenpod, and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-12-19
1h 26
Framed: The Snooker Podcast
Neil Tomkins: "We are here to help everybody"
The former snooker professional explains how the WPBSA's new Player Support Programme aims to give guidance on critical issues like integrity, mental health and finance.
2023-10-03
26 min
Random Knowledge
S1E73 - 1982 World Snooker Championship
The 1982 World Snooker Championship (officially the 1982 Embassy World Snooker Championship) was a professional snooker tournament that took place between 30 April and 16 May 1982 at the Crucible Theatre, in Sheffield, England. It was the only event of the 1981–82 snooker season which carried world ranking points. Embassy, a British cigarette company, sponsored the tournament, and the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) governed the organisation of the event. It had a prize fund of £110,000, with the winner receiving £25,000. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1982_World_Snooker_Championship License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0;
2022-09-15
15 min
Talking Snooker
Talking Snooker Episode 82 - Interview with WPBSA chairman Jason Ferguson
Nick and Phil are joined by Jason Ferguson for a wide-ranging interview about the state of the game. The WPBSA chairman addresses a host of topics, including when snooker might return to mainland China, the absence of prize money for first round losers and the women's game. He also talks about the controversy surrounding Liang Wenbo. There's plenty of questions from you too, including over a new venue for the Welsh Open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-08-09
1h 39
Freedom Pact
#242: Barry Hearn OBE - How This Entrepreneur Built Massive Success From Nothing
Barry Maurice William Hearn OBE is an English sporting events promoter and the founder and President of promotions company Matchroom Sport. Barry has developed Matchroom Sport into one of the world’s leading independent suppliers of quality sports programming. Aside from Matchroom Sport, Barry is Chairman of the Professional Darts Corporation, the World Snooker Association, and WPBSA Ltd. In this interview, Barry & I discuss: - How growing up poor was his secret advantage - What separates the elite performers in sport from those that don't make it - What happened in a fight between Barry and his son Eddie Hearn ...
2022-06-13
41 min
The Talking Balls Podcast
Episode 40 - Jason Ferguson (Reloaded)
it is a new year and so we felt that it was a goody time to put this one with one if the sport's leaders out there again. With new listeners joining all the time it's a chance t hear about the current state of the sport, plans for the future as well as how WPBSA works with the World Snooker Tour.An interesting listen to someone who was a pretty Good player in his own right too!Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/ga...License code: NRXQFZ3AATUNGBWC
2022-01-05
1h 28
The Talking Balls Podcast
Episode 26 - Jason Ferguson "We do it because we can!"
Cracking talk with one of the main men running the sport, Chair of the WPBSA and former pro player Jason Ferguson.We got a good insight into the decision-making around venues, tournament format, TV rights, sponsorship etc as well as an insight into the jet-setting lifestyle of a leader in the sport.Check us out at www.talkingballs.org and email us at hello@talkingballs.orgWe're on lots of social media channels and our videos of most of these episodes are on our YouTube Channel.Please like us, subscribe, follow, rate etc to get...
2021-09-29
1h 30
The CueClub Podcast
WPBSA Chairman - Jason Ferguson
On this episode of The CueClub Podcast I'm delighted to be joined by the WPBSA Chairman Jason Ferguson.Alongside Barry Hearn's Matchroom Sport Limited, the WPBSA and the WST have taken the game to new heights by increasing the overall number of competitions, causing a huge increase in prize money and also to the popularity of snooker.Jason is not only the WPBSA Chairman but is also an ex professional snooker player who reached a career high of 28 in the world and ranked in the world's top 32 for 4 seasons.
2021-05-09
55 min
Sheikhys Sports Journey's Podcast
Founder and Chairman of Matchroom Sport | Barry Hearn OBE
An English sporting events promoter and the founder and chairman of promotions company Matchroom Sport.Through Matchroom, Hearn is also involved in many sports including snooker, darts, pool, tenpin bowling, golf, table tennis and fishing. Hearn is currently the chairman of the Professional Darts Corporation, and was also until July 2010 chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA). He was also, until July 2014, the chairman of Leyton Orient F.C.A promotional and marketing genius some may say, I certainly do! This was a bit of a dream come true for me being...
2021-04-18
1h 34
Snooker Scene Podcast
Snooker Scene Podcast episode 135 - Jason Ferguson returns
Dave Hendon talks to WPBSA chairman Jason Ferguson about the association's new structure, the challenges of snooker in a pandemic and the future.Email us at snookerscenepodcast@mail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-12-07
54 min
Snooker Scene Podcast
Snooker Scene Podcast episode 127 - Martin Gould
Ahead of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, Dave Hendon talks to Martin Gould about his career and how he dealt with his recent mental health problems. There is more information and support on wpbsa.com.Email us at snookerscenepodcast@mail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-10-07
1h 08
The CueZone Podcast
#021 Matt Andrews: How Our Mindset Affects Our Game
In this episode we talked with Matt Andrews about how our mindset can affect (positively and negatively) achieving success - whatever that is for you. We will be digging more into the debate on whether "you either have it or you don't" or you can develop skills good enough to become who you want to, even if you aren't naturally gifted. If you sometimes have negative thoughts about if you can do something, or you doubt yourself and failure destroys your self-esteem and confidence - YOU MUST NOT MISS THIS. Join The CueZone Podcast community via Facebook and get exclusive cont...
2020-08-15
1h 10
The Break: The Eurosport snooker podcast
"The Greatest Ever Day in Crucible History"
Eurosport pundit and ex player Neal Foulds joins Rachel Casey and commentator Philip Studd to look back on the most extraordinary day at the 2020 Betfred World Snooker Championship, where Ronnie O'Sullivan and Kyren Wilson will battle it out in the final after two semi-finals which both went to a nail-biting final frame decider. There's reaction from both players, as well as losing players Anthony McGill and Mark Selby, who wasn't happy with Ronnie "smashing em all over the gaff". Neal has plenty to say about that.Plus, ahead of spectators returning for the final, we've an...
2020-08-15
00 min
The Break: The Eurosport snooker podcast
"The Greatest Ever Day in Crucible History"
Eurosport pundit and ex player Neal Foulds joins Rachel Casey and commentator Philip Studd to look back on the most extraordinary day at the 2020 Betfred World Snooker Championship, where Ronnie O'Sullivan and Kyren Wilson will battle it out in the final after two semi-finals which both went to a nail-biting final frame decider. There's reaction from both players, as well as losing players Anthony McGill and Mark Selby, who wasn't happy with Ronnie "smashing em all over the gaff". Neal has plenty to say about that.Plus, ahead of spectators returning for the final, we've an...
2020-08-15
36 min
The CueZone Podcast
#020 Jason Davenhill: Gaining Composure and Controlling Your Mind
In this Episode we will talk with Jason Davenhill about controlling those irrational thoughts that hold you back from being your best when at the table. If you know you are capable of a lot more but sometimes crumble when on a break, or during a match but don't know why - this is a must not miss episode! Join The CueZone Podcast community via Facebook and get exclusive content, notifications about new episodes and free resources whilst also getting the chance to suggest topics for new episodes of the podcast. Resources www.inthecuezone.com www.inthecuezone.com/pottingaid www.l...
2020-07-16
1h 16
The CueZone Podcast
#019 Can Anyone Become A Top Professional Player?
In this episode we discuss on a Facebook live whether anyone can become a top professional player or whether 'talent' is the essential ingredient. Do we have a Fixed Mindset or a Growth Mindset when it comes to being elite? Join The CueZone Podcast community via Facebook and get exclusive content, notifications about new episodes and free resources whilst also getting the chance to suggest topics for new episodes of the podcast. Resources www.inthecuezone.com www.inthecuezone.com/pottingaid 'Mindset' by Dr Carol S. Dweck Published 09 July 2020 About the host Rob Reed is a World Professional Billiards and Snooker A...
2020-07-09
32 min
The Leg It Podcast
Barry Hearn - Matchroom Sports Founder - Sports Promoter
Barry Hearn is an English sporting events promoter and the founder and chairman of promotions company Matchroom Sport. Through Matchroom, Hearn is also involved in many sports including snooker, darts, pool, tenpin bowling, golf (see PGA EuroPro Tour), table tennis[4] and fishing. Hearn is currently the chairman of the Professional Darts Corporation, and was also until July 2010 chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA). He was also, until July 2014, the chairman of Leyton Orient F.C. 📷 FOLLOW The Leg it Podcast ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thelegitpodcast 🦆 The Leg it Podcast Twitter: h...
2020-04-27
50 min
The CueZone Podcast
#018 How To Get Into The Optimal Mind State To Achieve Your Goals
In this episode you will learn how to actively change your mind state to optimise your performance and achieve your goals. Join The CueZone Podcast community via Facebook and get exclusive content, notifications about new episodes and free resources whilst also getting the chance to suggest topics for new episodes of the podcast. Resources www.inthecuezone.com www.inthecuezone.com/pottingaid Published 11 February 2020 About the host Rob Reed is a World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) World Snooker accredited snooker coach, the founder of RR Cue Cases and CueZone. He trained as a rotary pilot in the British Army b...
2020-02-11
26 min
The CueZone Podcast
#017 Starting Out: The Most Effective Way
Show Notes Available Soon Show your support to The CueZone Podcast via patreon.com and get early access to each new episode, free resources through an exclusive group and the chance to be at the live recording of our season finale.Resources www.inthecuezone.com www.inthecuezone.com/masterclass Published 26 March 2019About the host Rob Reed is a World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) World Snooker accredited snooker coach, the founder of RR Cue Cases and CueZone. He trained as a rotary pilot in the British Army before turning his passion for snooker into a new entrepreneurial journey. Support th...
2019-03-26
37 min
The CueZone Podcast
#016 Ash Hugill: Getting A Pro Tour Card
Did you know that you can play in professional snooker tournaments even if you aren’t a professional? If you want to find out how, listen to this week’s episode where Rob Reed talks to Ash Hugill, an up and coming professional snooker player. Ash gives away the secret of breaking into the professional tournaments early on in your snooker career and gives his unique insight into setting goals. Short term goals are a focus for Ash. Ash qualified through Cue School for a two year tour card and the 2018/2019 season is the last year of this two year tour...
2019-03-12
34 min
The CueZone Podcast
#015 Cue School: Learning Through Games
When was the last time you went out and played? I bet you thought playtime was just for kids? Well, just as kids learn through play, so can snooker players learn great technique through playing games. Learning does not have to be boring. In fact, you are more likely to learn more about great technique in cue sports through games. In this Q School coaching episode Rob reveals how you can vastly improve your skill in cue sports by learning through games. Rob gives his take on the four levels of competence that you can move through to reach your sn...
2019-02-26
38 min
The CueZone Podcast
#014 Dennis Taylor: The 45 Year Snooker Thrill
Tune in to hear the legendary Dennis Taylor talk about his passion for snooker. Dennis chats to host Rob Reed about snooker in the 60s right up to the present day. Hear how he got his start in Ireland at age 9. Listen as he tells the tale of working 12 hour days to then go and practice snooker for hours into the evening. And look out for the exciting tale of how in 1974 he quit his job and with £270 in the bank and two small children in tow, he paid his way and flew to Canada to end up beating snooker legen...
2019-02-12
42 min
The CueZone Podcast
#013 How to Get Better Than Anyone Else
Do you struggle to improve your snooker game even though you put in hours of practice? Ever wondered why you aren’t getting the results you crave? Well in this episode Rob Reed breaks down how your snooker practice sessions can transform your game, no matter what level you play at. He provides simple, easy to use tips on what to do and what not to do in your practice sessions. Rob talks about dedicated snooker practice sessions and he provides an A, B, C D formula for how to do this. He also discusses what not to do if you...
2019-01-29
24 min
The CueZone Podcast
#012 Antoni Tuniewicz: Owning A Snooker Club
In this week’s episode, Rob Reed speaks to Antoni Tuniewicz one of the owners of the Tradewell Snooker Club in Hull. Antoni is passionate about cue games; snooker in particular. He is a strong advocate for people enjoying snooker while they learn how to play it really well and is a WPBSA World Snooker trained coach. Antoni believes atmosphere is key in a snooker hall. No more bleak and dreary clubs filled with smoke; Antoni has transformed Tradewell into a welcoming environment through the use of innovative lighting where people from all walks of life are welcomed. For Antoni, it’s...
2019-01-15
30 min