Salford-born snooker legend and broadcaster John Virgo has died at the age of 79. Tributes have been paid to the […]
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“I try and practise before or after work, which is a struggle but you have to treat it more like a job” – Salford snooker sensation pockets another honour
A 19-year-old snooker player from Swinton has won himself a free place at a top professional training school by pocketing […]
“It’s nice to know people haven’t forgot about us” – Swinton Poolhall boss pleased following first week of reopening
Swinton Poolhall owner Dave Spencer is delighted to be back after reopening for the first time since October. The poolhall […]
“Virgo, Spencer, Higgins; they all used to play here” – Stars of snooker’s past once graced Salford tables
Salford may not have any representative at this year’s Snooker World Championship, but stars of the sport’s past once played […]
“Time is running out for us” – Swinton Poolhall owner desperate for reopening date next month
The Swinton Poolhall owner, Dave Spencer, has expressed the need for him to be able to open up next month. […]
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