tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post4604265089759435692..comments2024-02-03T12:04:16.336+00:00Comments on SNOOKER SCENE BLOG: SEASON REVIEW: THE AWARD WINNERSDave Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08037719321756898982noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-75619496467796104062011-05-16T10:04:37.469+01:002011-05-16T10:04:37.469+01:00At least deserved winner of the season?
John Hig...At least deserved winner of the season? <br /><br />John Higginsm_futekovahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17786914470147683348noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-44947952285083967992011-05-15T17:36:30.321+01:002011-05-15T17:36:30.321+01:00I have a special award:
The worst player: Stuart ...I have a special award:<br /><br />The worst player: Stuart Pettman<br /><br />Only "Poor" can describe the status of Pettman.For the series of PTC, he didn't take a good part(three victories only). And the ranking events, he only won two rounds only(World Open and World Championship), and a round of absence(German Masters).<br /><br />Overall, Pettman only got 6785 opoints. Relatively, his ranking dropped from 35 to 77.likahokeithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-48829897911507515782011-05-09T14:42:04.505+01:002011-05-09T14:42:04.505+01:00bad conduct doesnt make you a bad player
player o...bad conduct doesnt make you a bad player<br /><br />player of the year isnt about who was best dressed or who was the most polite at interviews<br /><br />get a grip of yourself betsy and be a real manAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-69810002377652077572011-05-08T08:57:30.593+01:002011-05-08T08:57:30.593+01:00It's taking the p*ss a bit John Higgins winnin...It's taking the p*ss a bit John Higgins winning "player of the year" though. His achievements have been truely remarkable, but surely the WSA can't name a player that was banned for half the year as the "best player"? Surely conduct as well as playing skill should be taken account in these things?Betty Logannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-9939175167243673412011-05-08T03:35:50.713+01:002011-05-08T03:35:50.713+01:00Oh, by the way
RIP Ted the Master.
Now there'...Oh, by the way<br /><br />RIP Ted the Master.<br /><br />Now there's a man who would never agree to commentating on Power Snooker.<br /><br />Also he probably wouldn't have approved of the word wankbag. Sorry!<br /><br />I think he and Jim Meadowcroft deserve medals just for making sense during that epic 1985 final!Greg Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00346602906924608907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-84967741214627870372011-05-08T03:25:22.094+01:002011-05-08T03:25:22.094+01:00Power Snooker was a debacle that was almost bound ...Power Snooker was a debacle that was almost bound to happen.<br /><br />I'm not talking about the format (which I can barely even remember). I'm talking about the stupid event with the drunken wankbags shouting awful rubbish at female referees (didnt actually see the incident myself, I tuned out after the afternoon session because it was so boring).<br /><br />After all the babble in certain sections of the press over the last few years about how snooker crowds are too quiet and reverent, it was inevitable some idiot would set up an event where they encourage the crowd to get as drunk as possible and this kind of nastiness would come to the surface. Disaster waiting to happen. <br /><br />I take it nothing has been heard from the "promoters" of Power Snooker since.Greg Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00346602906924608907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-45005797861498534252011-05-07T23:15:46.506+01:002011-05-07T23:15:46.506+01:00Oh, best re-racker: Selby!Oh, best re-racker: Selby!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-50173919195328887272011-05-07T20:19:33.437+01:002011-05-07T20:19:33.437+01:00and how does that make him not have a good final?
...and how does that make him not have a good final?<br /><br />if you watch snooker cosely you will be pick up tiny errors by even the best.<br /><br />theyre human, not robotsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-40175701134703744382011-05-07T01:25:24.933+01:002011-05-07T01:25:24.933+01:00Jan Verhaas didn't have the best of finals to ...Jan Verhaas didn't have the best of finals to be honest, called a break wrong on 76 when it was 77 which he put right immediatly, then he forgot to re spot a yellow..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-1642611182532121342011-05-06T19:40:30.680+01:002011-05-06T19:40:30.680+01:00Williams' rank is a bit artificial though, sin...Williams' rank is a bit artificial though, since Higgins would have been ranked #1 if he had entered all the tournaments. Still an incredible achievement given where he was a couple of years ago, but to win the UK and WC after a ban lasting half the year and personal tragedy is phenomenal.<br /><br />My vote for match of the season is the UK final, what a final that was!Betty Logannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-23284815005373906632011-05-06T16:40:45.686+01:002011-05-06T16:40:45.686+01:00My awards.
Player of the Year
Winner: John Higgin...My awards.<br /><br />Player of the Year<br />Winner: John Higgins<br /><br />The rankings are fairer but the fact John Higgins is not number one I still find hard to fathom even giving his ban.<br /><br />There would be no plaer in the game who doesn't see John as number one and a dominant one at that. He has won three of the four ranking events he played in (excluding German Masters due to his pull-out) and won a PTC event, with a runner-up slot in the other.<br /><br />Spent a large part of season ranked number one, and is undeniably the man to beat going into 2011. The scary thing is how many victories he is securing playing his B-game against top players.<br /><br />Breakthrough of the Year: <br />Winner: Judd Trump<br /><br />The sport now has two box-office stars with differing personalities. <br /><br />Trump will bring the glamour sex appeal and the say the tings Barry Hearn wants to hear as the falg-bearer. <br /><br />O'Sullivan brings the rock'n'roll and is a more edgier and controversial character, which you still need. It is important to have someone who doesn't always toe the line and is liable to some bullish statements.<br /><br />Judd is producing pots that take your breath away and hopefully he won't temper his game too much he gets older.<br /><br />Rookie of the Season<br />Winner: Jack Lisowski<br /><br />Looks easier on the eye than Judd Trump but without the same potting ability.<br /><br />However, who is to say that in three years time we won't be eulogising over Lisowski like we are now with Trump.<br /><br />Break of the Season<br />Winner: Ronnie O'Sullivan (147)<br /><br />Did not see Lee's break so opted for this controversial maximum. <br /><br />Did not agree with his crass comments afterwards, but as a moment of sheer self-confidence it was hard to beat. To declare you are going for it to the audience when you are on nine is testament to the unassuming swagger that O'Sullivan brings. Many maximums feel in doubt this one never did apart from his silly stance on not wanting to pot the final black.<br /><br />Shot of the Season:<br />Winner: Judd Trump<br /><br />A lazy choice but going for the one that the BBC chose. It typified Trump throwing the rulebook out on what is considered the right shot.<br /><br />Match of the Season<br />Winner: Ding Junhui v Judd Trump, World Championship semi-final<br /><br />The World and UK finals were both classics but for shher standard allied to visceral drama have to pick the semi-final between Ding and Trump.<br /><br />At times, it was a breakbuilding orgy that was a showcase for how snooker should be played from aesthetic standpoint.<br /><br />The tension towards the end was gripping. For me, this is the match that elevated Trump to another level of stardom.<br /><br />Tournament of the Season<br />Winner: World Championship<br /><br />Dont agree that it can't be considered as in other season it has not been the best event. Their is no doubt it's the most important and the one we most look forward too but in certain years I couldn't select. 2006 springs to mind.<br /><br />This year was arguably the best snooker tournament I have ever witnessed.<br /><br />The standard was brillant, the drama intoxicating and the story of Judd Trump gave it an extra frisson. <br /><br />Also unlike recent years we got two classic semis and the first exciting final for six years.<br /><br />Performance of Season<br />Winner: Ding Junhui v Graeme Dott, Masters quarter-final<br /><br />A masterclass of breakbuilding that the tenacious Dott had no answer too.<br /><br />Commenator of Season:<br />Winner: John Parrot<br /><br />Avoiding cliches and prepared to say things that Davis and Doherty are afraid too. He is not prone to the excessive hyperbole that afflicts certain members of the otherwise excellent BBC team.<br /><br />Tweeter of Season<br />Winner: Dave Hendon<br /><br />Vital source of knowledge when it comes to events I have no TV access too. Don't want to sound like I'm brownnosing but do really enjoy this Blog. Along with Twitter, Facebook, Hotmail and BBC Sport the only sites I hit every time I log on.<br /><br />Refree of Season: <br />Winner: Brendan Moore<br /><br />Deserves a World final.jamie brannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01668254365608375328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-19507943974600572132011-05-06T16:11:47.083+01:002011-05-06T16:11:47.083+01:00Best commentator and best performance would have b...Best commentator and best performance would have been possible awards, although get the feeling there might be a conflict of interest with best commentator.jamie brannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01668254365608375328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-79744985674745980942011-05-06T13:59:23.862+01:002011-05-06T13:59:23.862+01:00If your goin to have ref of the year you will have...If your goin to have ref of the year you will have to have scorekeeper of the year, tablefitter of the year, barman, security man, ticket seller of the year, indeed all staff could be considered.<br />Ref of the year is absurd. Cop on 9.55.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-43167475556333739822011-05-06T13:42:08.290+01:002011-05-06T13:42:08.290+01:00Commentator of the Year - Alan "Angles" ...Commentator of the Year - Alan "Angles" McManus <br /><br />i think hes been a breath of fresh air behind the mic on Eurosport and adds a lot of common sense to the commentary that some others could do with taking note of, and upping their game.<br /><br />Talking of commentators, id hope there some sort of tribute / mention of Ted Lowe tonight.<br /><br />And as for young newcomer of the year, id argue Jamie Jones deserves it ahead of Liswoski, hes came on tour and got further up the rankings than Jack. McGill also a contender it has to be said.<br /><br />With these 3, Trump, Brecel, Guodong and a few others the futures bright.Witz78noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-42190628855102813062011-05-06T12:06:04.790+01:002011-05-06T12:06:04.790+01:00ok
best yo-yoer = MJWok<br />best yo-yoer = MJWAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-91063499035096823312011-05-06T09:59:34.214+01:002011-05-06T09:59:34.214+01:00Yes, it has to be said that in a season of many re...Yes, it has to be said that in a season of many records Mark Williams made a special one: he became the first player to regain number one spot after dropping out of the top sixteen. That's sure something.Dzierzgulnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-72045777989898610652011-05-06T09:55:24.873+01:002011-05-06T09:55:24.873+01:00The top players are excellent yet you're picki...The top players are excellent yet you're picking a player of the year!! Why should the refs not get any mention?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-67231612113957243792011-05-05T23:46:02.578+01:002011-05-05T23:46:02.578+01:00I agree with most of the choices, however I would ...I agree with most of the choices, however I would have given the player of the year award to Mark Williams: to be ranked 47th in 2008, to being end-of-season no.1 in 2011 is pretty impressive. <br /> Best website would go to Pro Snooker Blog I was on there non-stop during the Worlds, excellent site Matt.<br /> Best ref (and i agree there's no real need for an award because the top ones are excellent) would probably be Brendan Moore.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-39181219885917400692011-05-05T22:29:22.664+01:002011-05-05T22:29:22.664+01:00I didn't want to choose a ref or, rather, not ...I didn't want to choose a ref or, rather, not choose one of the others because the top ones are all excellentDave Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08037719321756898982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-48902909526985334582011-05-05T22:15:52.635+01:002011-05-05T22:15:52.635+01:00Brendan Moore would probably get my vote, to be gi...Brendan Moore would probably get my vote, to be given his first major final and then get a match like the Higgins/Williams epic. He'll not forget that in a hurry.<br /><br />It's a tough one though, they can all do the job which is probably why Dave didn't flag it up.Matthttp://prosnookerblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-60894219490116226162011-05-05T21:11:38.429+01:002011-05-05T21:11:38.429+01:00I see the refs get overlooked, AGAIN. Why can'...I see the refs get overlooked, AGAIN. Why can't they have a referee of the year award? Jan Verhaas for the World Final, Leo Scullion for his first ranking final in Beijing, Eirian Williams for the Masters or Brendan Moore for Doing his first of the major BBC finals at the Uk Champs.<br /><br />Who would you vote for Dave? And indeed everybody else, who would get your refs vote and do you think they should be recognised with an award?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-22847581764762086212011-05-05T20:18:51.259+01:002011-05-05T20:18:51.259+01:00*steps forward*
Cheers for that, much appreciated...*steps forward*<br /><br />Cheers for that, much appreciated.<br /><br />The qualifiers were great. Tweeting during my Crucible trip was fun too and definitely added an extra element of enjoyment but the qualifiers were something else and demonstrated the interest out there that exists in them. <br /><br />Funny thing is that I know the mass tweeting basically fills up everybody's Twitter feeds and that can be annoying but the more that I did, the more that people seemed to want!<br /><br />All good fun anyway, thank goodness they staged them in the Badminton Hall this year.<br /><br />Congrats to Hermund too, I know the WWW Snooker site has been around forever but in the last year or so it has really returned to the forefront, replacing Global as the place to go for results etc. Well deserved recognition there and I too will be praising it when I come to look at the best snooker websites on the net later this month.<br /><br />A mention too for 'that' Stephen Lee shot from China in the Shot of the Season stakes.Matthttp://prosnookerblog.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-90132472822586066242011-05-05T19:49:07.894+01:002011-05-05T19:49:07.894+01:00You forgot some categories Dave.
Best Snooker Jou...You forgot some categories Dave.<br /><br />Best Snooker Journo: Dave Hendon<br /><br />Best Overseas Commentator: Rolf Kalb.Janie Watkinsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-66414528568190104352011-05-05T19:47:27.116+01:002011-05-05T19:47:27.116+01:00Hermund = God of the Net. Well done Hermund, well ...Hermund = God of the Net. Well done Hermund, well deserved. The first dedicated snooker website and still the most informative.Janie Watkinshttp://www.southwestsnookeracademy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29605452.post-67398915496824905832011-05-05T19:11:06.825+01:002011-05-05T19:11:06.825+01:00And the winner of "GAFFE OF THE SEASON" ...And the winner of "GAFFE OF THE SEASON" surely goes to...<br /><br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqwNqNHVLi0Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com