Snooker: Spanish Point take cup honours, while Sandys claim Miller title

In a close-fought battle, Spanish Point Boat Club defeated defending champions Watford Sports Club 1 for the Island Construction Cup.

In a race to three games, the first two names out of the hat were Chris Dakin and Zane DeSilva. 

DeSilva gave Watford Sports Club an early lead by defeating Dakin 46-40.

Next to the table were Ray DeSilva and Stephen Roberts, and Roberts tied the match for SPBC by defeating DeSilva 55-23. 

Karl Wilson put SPBC in the lead by winning his match against Maurice Hawkins 56-27 before Steven Bremar kept WSC in the running by winning his game against Stewart Greenslade 61-40.

With the two teams now tied 2-2 the names were redrawn and Zane DeSilva and Stephen Roberts played the tie-breaker.

The two players were neck and neck until Roberts pooled the pink and then the black to win the game 57-45.

Thanks to Island Construction Services, who have been sponsors for several years.

Meanwhile, Sandys Boat Club sailed past Watford Sports Club 2 in the Miller Knock Out Trophy by winning three straight games.

First up to the table was Peter Bromby, who defeated Mark Iris 65-14. 

Martin Siese sealed a second win for SBC, winning his match against Tony DeSilva 65-23. And Richard Beale would capture the trophy for SBC by defeating Aaron Bean 44-71

Thanks to sponsors Miller.

Elsewhere, Spanish Point Boat Club will host the Bermuda Open Singles and Doubles Championship matches on Saturday, April 12, starting at 1pm.

Partners Zane DeSilva/Steven Bremar will be up against Keith Smith/Daniel Caines. Following the doubles match, defending Bermuda Open Singles Champion Steven Bremar will take on veteran Tyler Moniz.