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SB Ireland Announcement
“Following the new Level 3 restrictions imposed earlier this week Snooker & Billiards Ireland wish to announce that our calendar of events for 2020 has had to be amended. All tournaments are rescheduled and a new calendar published. Members are reminded that the new schedule is provisional and dependant on ongoing advice from HSE and Government”.
Notice to SBI Clubs
Snooker Billiards Ireland would like to announce that unregistered clubs will not be allowed to host any SBI tournaments.
A Historic Day for Irish Snooker & Billiards
The Republic of Ireland Billiards and Snooker Association “RIBSA” wishes to make the following announcement. For over five decades the sport of Billiards & Snooker has operated under the auspices of The Republic of Ireland Billiards and Snooker Association. However, as from Saturday the 26th of September 2020 this will cease to be the case from then on RIBSA will be known as “Snooker & Billiards Ireland” (SBI)
Entry Fees Notice
Snooker & Billiards Ireland would like to inform all our members of the pricing structure for entry into our events for the upcoming 2020-2021 Season.
AGM Announced for 12th September
During a Skype meeting with the RIBSA board it was announced the postponed 2020 AGM will now be held on Saturday 12th of September in the Ivy Rooms, Carlow at 12.30 pm.
New SBI Logo Launched
Snooker & Billiards Ireland would like to announce their new Association logo. If anyone would like to use our logo in any way, they will need to receive written permission to do so.
Ger Murray Resigns as acting Chairman of RIBSA
The Republic of Ireland Billiards & Snooker Association would like to announce this morning Ger Murray offered his resignation as acting chairman of RIBSA, effective immediately. Ger cited ongoing health issues as the reason for this course of action.
Government Announcement – Phase 2
As per today’s Government Announcement, Ireland will move into phase 2 of the Roadmap next week. The new measures come into place on Monday the 8th of June. We remain in Phase 1 until then. To support the Sector as it works through the phased return to sport, Sport Ireland will be providing updated Guidance on the Frequently Asked Questions in relation to phase 2 in the coming days.
Government Road-map for Reopening Society & Business
Statement to Roadmap for Reopening Society & Business
Letter from Minister of State for Tourism and Sport
Please read a letter from the Minister of State for Tourism and Sport in Ireland Brendan Griffin that the Irish Government are ensuring that everything possible is being done to support those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
RIBSA Players Committee
The Republic of Ireland Billiards & Snooker Association would like to hear from any member especially Players and Parents interested in severing on a Players Committee. Those interested in helping to guide our Associations future development are requested to contact the RIBSA Secretary Tony Thorpe on info@ribsa.ie
RIBSA YouTube Channel
The Republic of Ireland Billiards & Snooker Association (RIBSA) would like to inform all their members of our own RIBSA YouTube Channel to promote the game and our members.