The Intra-Divisional Singles begin this month. We had a very poor turnout in Divisions 4 and 5, but rather than cancel them we’ve combined them into one competition.
Please take note that the deadline for results vary. Divisions 2 and 3 must be played by Thursday March 5, while Divs 1 and 4/5 get an extra month, April 2.

Home teams are still not following guidelines that permit their opponents use of the table before matches. Providing the away team arrive by 7.45pm, its quite disrespectful to refuse them a period of practice should they wish to.

Next month will be the final month for League subscription payments. Please make every effort to settle your subscription at this meeting. If you are in arrears, now is the time to catch up so that we can close the books properly for the season.

Looking ahead, the committee will be:
• Planning the purchase of trophies for this seasons presentation.
• Publishing prize money allocations so all members are informed well in advance.

Your timely payments will ensure we can organize these items smoothly and celebrate your achievements in style.

We are delighted to confirm that Presentation Night will take place on Saturday, 12th September at the Supreme Sports Lounge.
Mark the date in your calendars, it promises to be a fantastic evening of celebration and recognition. Our plan is to once again hold both the Singles Open and Ladies Singles finals.

We are now past the halfway stage of the season. This means:
• No further player signings or transfers will be permitted.
• The only exception is if your team falls below nine registered players.
• In that case, please contact the League Secretary, Donna Gibbs, who will guide you through the next steps.

We are recommending that following a foul, the referee hand the oncoming player the cue ball. The player may then play from anywhere behind the baulk line in any direction.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to the League. Let’s finish the season strong and make sure our Presentation Night reflects the hard work and dedication you have all shown this season.


In an attempt to reduce our overheads, we have introduced an Email Information Service to provide members with monthly updates.
To help reduce costs, we would like members to subscribe to this Service. The email attachment will be identical to the book that team Captains/Secretaries have previously received by post, and will be available to all league members, not just Captains/Secretaries.
We fully understand that not everyone has access to the internet and email, so for those few teams the book will still be available by post.
Apart from the cost reduction, other advantages will be that the book will be available just a few days after the monthly league meeting, rather than the 11 days it now takes. Any mistakes that arise can be instantly corrected by sending a revised book. Any other information can be easily sent, eg, reminders of important dates such as league meetings and AGM's.
To add your name to the Service, simply send an email to bristolpoolleague(at)btinternet.com
Please include the word Pool in the subject line, and in the message box leave your name, team name(s), and whether you are Captain or Secretary of your team, or that you are just a playing member of your team(s). You will receive an email shortly after to confirm your inclusion in the Service.

Let’s keep the spirit of the game fair, fun, and competitive. Respect the rules, respect your opponents.

BPL COMMITTEE.