Former World number one, Stephen Lee capped a fine end to the Window Outlet Cockermouth and District Snooker League season with a superbly entertaining display in front of a packed Station Rd Club crowd.

Over the last few seasons’ the league has seen the presentation night develop but in attracting one of the games real superstars it definitely gave the evening that extra edge.

Stephen played eight frames against local opposition without losing a game but in making a century break in the second frame he showed why he is regarded as one of the finest cueists the game has ever seen.

Throughout the evening Stephen endeared himself to the crowd with his down to earth manner and he thoroughly enjoyed Station Road crowds’ banter.

This evening was not only about snooker though, as in gaining the support of fellow league member’s; Secretary Kevin Basnett helped the association raise £2800 for the Alder Hey IMAGINE appeal.

The charity was chosen by the league as Basnett’s second son; Harry was treated at Alder Hey hospital in Liverpool for a rare skull deformity he was born with. One of the severest forms of corrective surgery was hugely successful but Basnett quoted, “They do a fantastic job at Liverpool and it’s great to have the opportunity to give something back”.

A sizable amount of the funds were raised via charity raffle tickets sold through league members. 30 prizes were on offer and the league wishes to thank all those who took the time out to either buy a ticket or donate a prize.

The money raised from raffle ticket sales was enhanced on the evening by means of a charity sports auction, with nearly all of the items being supplied by Stephen Lee. A thoughtful gesture by the former World Semi-Finalist went down well with the Station Road punters as this alone raised almost £1000.

Eight months in the planning didn’t come together however without the help of a few kind people on the night, Colin Fawcett of Station Rd Club, Alison Sharpe of Tesco’s Workington and Gary Mattinson and Luke Naylor of Clifton all played their part in efficiently run event.

Finally though, the association stressed that the evening wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the leagues sponsors, Graeme Pritt of The Window Outlet, Workington (01900 873555) and Alan Cannan of JA Cannan Ltd (Solid Fuel Flue Specialist – Tel: 01900 601197).

Shown in action on the night is Stephen Lee (taken by MAL WALKER) while the winners spotlighted are Derwent A's Singles Handicap KO winner, Chris D'Leny; Station Road's Trebles Handicap winning side - Grant Porter, Stephen Lee (Pro), Karl Newton and Mike Walker, along with the
Division Two winners Senhouse A. - Michael Poole (also Division Two leading player), George Davidson, Stephen Lee and John Hodkin.

Secretary Basnett said “I’m overwhelmed by the support the charity has received but I cannot thank Stephen, Graeme snd Alan enough for the support they have offered over the last few months”.

09/10 Season Winners/Runners-up
Award Recipient 09/10
Division 1 Runners up John St
Division 1 Winners Railway
Division 2 Runners up Flimby
Division 2 Winners Senhouse A
Division 1 Top 4 Runners up John St
Division 1 Top 4 Winners Railway
Division 2 Top 4 Runners up Flimby
Division 2 Top 4 Winners Clifton
7 a Side Handicap Runners up Derwent A
7 a Side Handicap Winners Railway
Individual Handicap Runner up Mike Walker (Station Rd.)
Individual Handicap Winner Chris D'Leny (Derwent A)
Doubles Handicap Runners up Mark Forsyth & Joe Bell (Derwent B)
Doubles Handicap Winners Ryan Adams & Mike Dawson (Railway & Clifton)
Trebles H’cap Runners up P Mostyn, M Tatton & S Messenger (Seaton Leg.)
Trebles Handicap Winners M Walker, K Newton & G Porter (Station Rd.)
Paul Lister Roofing trophy - Division 1 Leading player Alan Moore – P20 W20 (Maryport Social A)
Division 2 Leading player Michael Poole – P18 W18 (Senhouse A)
Division 1 Highest break Rob Sim – 86 (Derwent A)
Division 2 Highest break Barry Graham – 46 (Clifton)
Division 1 Aggregate breaks Kevin Basnett – 692 (Railway)
Division 2 Aggregate breaks Richard Nelson – 113 (Clifton)
Wooden spoon Derwent B

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