Mark Carrington Snooker Coaching

04/02/2026

Really sad news 😢

He was the without doubt the greatest commentator of all time and local to us too coming from Manchester🎙️

RIP John Virgo ⚪️🔴⚫️🙏🏼

24/01/2026

Quality! 😎👌🏼😮‍💨

20/01/2026

I remember him playing a money match against Jon Birch at Frames Snooker Club years ago…

Bill was 4-1 down in a best of nine at the interval - his manager said ‘you wanna play for £500 per frame on top of the £2K purse’

Jon’s manager agreed and needless to say… Bill came back to win 5-4, thus pocketing £4K total 🇨🇦😆🎉🥂

Was a great character 🍻🍻

23 years ago today

"Bill Werbeniuk died on 20 January 2003 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, at the age of 56, from heart failure linked to long-term alcohol abuse and obesity. His death, occurring just six days after his 56th birthday, was attributed to the cumulative effects of his well-documented heavy drinking and weighing approximately 20 stone (280 pounds), which strained his cardiovascular system.

Following his passing, obituaries highlighted Werbeniuk's outsized personality and enduring appeal in the snooker community. The Guardian described him as a "cult hero" for his larger-than-life antics, including consuming up to eight pints of lager before matches and one per frame during play, which endeared him to fans despite limited major titles. Similarly, The Telegraph praised his commanding presence on the professional circuit in the late 1970s and early 1980s, noting tributes from peers like Cliff Thorburn, who called him a "true heavyweight" of the sport. BBC coverage emphasized his charisma, with Thorburn leading remembrances that underscored Werbeniuk's role as one of snooker's most beloved characters."

https://grokipedia.com/page/Bill_Werbeniuk

📷: Getty

Special thanks to Jimbo O'Reilly!

15/01/2026

One of my all time favourite players, Jamesy! 😎✌🏼

36 years ago today

The 1990 Mercantile Credit Classic

"On this occasion, the silverware and £60,000 went to the former postman from Cannock, Steve James. Steve beat the Australian, Warren King in the final 10-6. This was sadly his only professional title, adding to his 1992 Pontins Professional trophy, a non-ranking event." (Elliott West)

Read more:⤵️
https://greenbaize1972.com/the-1990-mercantile-credit-classic/

14/01/2026

Should be a great night with The Jackpot! 🎰

Join us for an unforgettable evening of snooker with the one and only Jack Lisowski! On Saturday, 7th March, The Moor Club is proud to host this event in support of Francis House Children's Hospice.

Prepare for an action-packed night featuring 10 frames of spectacular snooker. The evening will also include a raffle, a frame auction, and a delicious buffet for all attendees.

🎟️ Tickets are priced at £30. Secure your spot by calling us today!

📞 Book your tickets now: 0161 432 2142

13/01/2026

Yesterday I welcomed a new client, Max, to my snooker coaching sessions at Club 200 🎱

Max is keen to improve all areas of his game, having felt that inconsistency has been holding him back.

After completing his SightRight Global Cue Sports Network sighting line assessment, we focused on developing a solid and repeatable pre-shot routine. 😇

Following his first two-hour session, Max is already feeling more confident in his ball striking and now has some clear areas to work on before our next session. 👌🏼

A great start — I’m looking forward to seeing his progress continue.

08/01/2026

GOAT 🐐

07/01/2026

The food, atmosphere, staff & facilities here at Club 200 are second to none - definitely the best venue in the North West!

I’ll be sampling some of this gorgeous food after coaching my client next Monday 😮‍💨👌🏼

Still have availability for coaching sessions at the end of January and throughout February 👨‍🎓 - get yourself booked in with me to take your game to the next level 🎱😉👌🏼