2026 WINTER KNOCKOUT FINALS
FINAL LEG OF CUP FINAL - THE GODFATHER vs PETSAS RANGERS
Last week we saw these two great teams play against each other for the first time in the 1st leg of the 2026 Cup Final. Petsas Rangers took the lead last week with the score 12 – 6 after the 1st leg. This week, it’s the final leg of the tournament and a Champion will be declared at the end of the night… who will it be? Certainly the Godfather have a few points to catch up, but with home advantage, this great team can definitely not be ruled out.
The 1st match of the evening was between Dave Shaw for The Godfather and the great Stalwart Terry Williams for Rangers. A confident Dave with such good potting and positioning outshined Terry to take both legs and all 3 points for The Godfather; taking a sizeable chunk out of the Petsas lead.
Total score now Godfather 9 - Petsas Rangers 12
The 2nd match was close with Andy taking on Mark Phillips with a 1 - 1 score after the 1st two frames. The third frame went back and forth but it was Andy who took the match 2-1. Godfather just 2 shots behind and closing fast.
Next up saw a battle between Jacko and Noel but Noels experience and potting skills shined through to 2 - 0 and take all 3 points stretching Rangers lead back to 5 points.
Total score now Godfather 11 - Petsas Rangers 16
The 4th match saw Nicolas for The Godfather against Mark Farnsworth for Rangers. After tense start, Mark took the 1st frame. In the 2nd frame, Mark had the opportunity to be bold and go for a delicate shot with 2 more balls to pot for victory. Anticipation and maybe a touch of over-thinking, Mark changed his mind and played a different shot, which ultimately let Nicolas take the 2nd frame. After some good potting by both players, Nicolas got the victory and 2 valuable points for The Godfather leaving Mark wondering what could of been!
Total score now The Godfather 13 Petsas Rangers 17
Rangers now required just 2 more points in the last two matches with The Godfather requiring 6 points to take the win. It is still anyone’s game!
The 5th match was a contest of who could hold their nerve with Paul Howcroft for The Godfather taking on Paul Chadwick for Rangers. A tense game with so much on the line Rangers Paul showed his pool knowledge and skillful potting to win his match 2 – 0 and his team won the Cup.
WINNING SCORE - The Godfather 13 – PETSAS RANGERS 20
The final match was played out and maybe a game of pride for the hosts. The Godfather with representative Simon Watkins took on Chris Innes for Rangers. But it was not to be for Simon as Chris potting like a gardener took both matches and final 3 points for Rangers.
FINAL SCORE - The Godfather 13 - Petsas Rangers 23
CONGRATULATIONS TO PETSAS RANGERS – WINNERS of the 2026 WINTER KNOCKOUT CUP. A great night was had by all, and enough pizza to feed an army was graciously supplied by The Godfather.
1st LEG - PLATE FINAL
CRAZY SPOON vs PETSAS RESTAURANT
The handicap system starts Crazy Spoons on minus 3
The 1st match saw Sandy for Spoons take on Petsas Restaurant Captain Dimitris. Sandy managed to win this match 2-0, giving Crazy Spoons all 3 points taking away the -3 handicap.
Scores instantly levelled - Crazy Spoon 0 - Petsas Restaurant 0
Match 2 was a battle between Allan Richardson from Spoons and Achilleas for Petsas. After two close games it was left to the final game to get a winner.’ This was won by Achilleas giving Petsas 2 points.
Scores so far Crazy Spoon 1 - Petsas Restaurant 2
The 3rd match was between newbie Tony Palmer and seasoned player Pambos. Tony, bringing back his good old days of pool, pushed through to take all 3 points for Crazy Spoons.
Scores now Crazy Spoons 4 - Petsas Restaurant 2
The 4th match was between Crazy Spoon Captain Andrew against the mighty Rob from Petsas. With both potting well, it turned into 2 close games but Robs’ finishing experience made the difference to take both games and all 3 points for The Restaurant... taking the lead by 1 point.
Scores now Crazy Spoons 4 - Petsas Restaurant 5
The 5th match featured Luke for Spoons and Canadian Mike. After two close games it was one all so a decider was played which Luke managing to win for Spoons 2 – 1 flipping the match score to all square.
Scores now Crazy Spoons 6 - Petsas Restaurant 6
The last game saw ex professional snooker player Stefan (the potting machine) against Lall for Petsas Restaurant. Two close games were played, but Stefan overcame Lall to take both games and the last 3 points.
Final score Crazy Spoons 9 - Petsas Restaurant 6
Due to Crazy Spoons minus 3 handicap the return leg next Wednesday at Petsas Restaurant will now start level on 6 - 6.
Good luck to both teams in the final round of the Plate Final