Weardale Pool League

By Stuart O’Dell

Week 23 Report

Stanhope Grey Bull (A) vs Frosterley Inn

David Craggs got the home side off to a strong start, quickly followed by Stu Brown as Stanhope Grey Bull (A) surged into an early 2–0 lead. John Anderson, Paul Coombs, and Ben Forster maintained the momentum, each securing victories to complete a dominant run of five straight singles wins and seal the match.

Frosterley Inn managed to take the final singles game through Ethan Coates and showed resilience in the doubles, winning two out of three frames. However, it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit, as Stanhope Grey Bull (A) ran out 6–3 winners.

Stanhope Pack Horse vs Stanhope Grey Bull (B)

The away side struck first in this encounter, with Robert Graham putting Stanhope Grey Bull (B) ahead. Dan Wright responded for Stanhope Pack Horse to level the score, but from there, Grey Bull (B) took control.

Wins from Richard James, Jack Tinkler, Julie Scott, and Jake Crawford saw the visitors dominate the singles and secure the match before the doubles began. Continuing their strong performance, they claimed two of the three doubles games to seal a convincing 7–2 victory.

Stanhope Club vs Wolsingham Black Lion

Wolsingham Black Lion opened the scoring through James Everitt in their away fixture. Stanhope Club responded well, with Adam Robinson and Frank Stephenson turning the tie in their favour.

Doug Mill levelled things up for the visitors, but Stanhope Club regained control thanks to wins from Adam Dobson and Alan Barker, giving them a two-point cushion heading into the doubles.

With momentum on their side, Stanhope Club completed a clean sweep in the doubles, securing all three games to claim a strong 7–2 win.

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