Welcome to our Junior Hubs, a dedicated initiative designed to provide young snooker players with enhanced access to quality coaching and development opportunities. Led by SBNSW Director of Coaching, Andy DeHaan, the Junior Hubs program aims to nurture talent, foster lifelong friendships, and build a strong snooker community for juniors across New South Wales.
Our program is all about providing juniors with the tools they need to grow both as players and individuals. Every coach involved in the program is certified and holds a Working With Children Certificate, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
What We Offer:
Quality Coaching: All snooker coaching is based on the WPBSA ‘White to Black’ coaching manual, a comprehensive guide that covers essential skills and techniques. Our experienced coaches will guide students through the levels, helping them develop their game and reach their full potential.
Development Opportunities: Junior players will have the chance to enhance their skills, improve their technique, and take part in regular assessments and coaching sessions. With structured progression, the journey from beginner to advanced player is made clear and achievable.
Equipment Support: We aim to support our Junior Hubs with access to equipment such as cues and welcome packs, helping players feel fully equipped for their snooker journey.
Creating Friendships: Beyond the game, the Junior Hubs are all about creating an environment where juniors can make lasting friendships. Snooker is a sport that brings people together, and we hope our program will inspire collaboration and camaraderie both on and off the table.
Junior Events: We plan to run events between the Hubs to encourage player growth, healthy competition, and the chance to test skills against others. These events are an exciting way to bring the junior snooker community together and develop strong competitive spirit.
JUNIOR HUB LOCATIONS
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Location: 11 Paradise Beach Rd, Sanctuary Point NSW 2540
Website: The Country Club St Georges Basin
Primary Contact for Junior Coaching Enquiries: 1st contact Chris Goldsmith / Mick Boyne
Email: chris@netgecko.com.au / msboyne147@gmail.com
Phone: 0408 243 438 / 0403 018 075
Days and Times of Group Coaching: Thursday Night 6pm - 8pm
Days and Times of Individual Coaching: As required & by arrangement with available coaches.
Juniors' Practice Times & Conditions: Junior will be required to become a "The Country Club St Georges Basin" - Junior Snooker Club Member.
Other Club Competitions open to Juniors: We are currently seeking approval for Junior to apply for some internal club competitions, Children must be accompanied by the parent/guardian. at all times.
Additional Information: Young Players aged 10-18 are invited to join a fun friendly & supportive way to learn & improve snooker & Billiard skills.
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Location: 4 High St, Hornsby NSW 2077
Website: Hornsby RSL Club
Primary Contact for Junior Coaching Enquiries: Richard Hunter
Email: richhunter729@gmail.com
Phone: 0407207976
Days and Times of Group Coaching: Mondays 4-6pm
Days and Times of Individual Coaching: By arrangement with Andy de Haan
Juniors' Practice Times & Conditions: Juniors may practise at any time the room is open, provided they are supervised by an adult who is a member of both the RSL Club and the Billiards and Snooker Club. Standard light fees apply.
Other Club Competitions open to Juniors: Juniors are welcome to participate in all club competitions, provided they are financial members of the Billiards and Snooker Club and are supervised by a parent at all times.
Additional Information: Group coaching is run in 10-week terms. The cost is $5 per lesson, but students must commit to and pay for the whole term. Arrangements for enrolment are made via the WhatsApp group. Richard Hunter can provide further details. Places are first come, first served (based on payment), with new players given precedence.
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Location: 615 Kingsway, Miranda NSW 2228
Website: Diggers Miranda RSL Club
Primary Contact for Junior Coaching Enquiries: Dean Herbert
Email: mirandarslsnooker@outlook.com
Phone: 0419207180
Days and Times of Group Coaching: Fridays 7pm-8pm
Days and Times of Individual Coaching: By prior arrangement with coach.
Juniors' Practice Times & Conditions: Once approved by a Miranda RSL snooker coach, anytime in the presence of a parent or guardian or approved Miranda RSL snooker coach.
Other Club Competitions open to Juniors: Junior players may also have opportunities to participate in selected club competitions, depending on their experience and suitability. Participation is considered individually and may require a parent or guardian to be present.
Are you a club interested in joining as a Junior Hub?
If you're a snooker club looking to become part of the SBNSW Junior Hubs, we'd love to hear from you! Contact us for more information about how to get involved and support the development of junior snooker players in your community.
