Northern Ireland Billiards and Snooker Association

The Northern Ireland Billiards and Snooker Association, or NIBSA, is the national governing body for Snooker and Billiards in Northern Ireland, recognised by the Sports Council for Northern Ireland, Sport NI.[1] The aims of the association are to develop and promote the sport at grass roots level in Northern Ireland through events and competitions, while providing a platform for talented snooker players to compete in national and international events.[citation needed]

NIBSA are affiliated to the European Billiards and Snooker Association (EBSA).[2] As the National Governing body for cue sports in Northern Ireland, NIBSA are also affiliated to the World Snooker Federation.[3]

Mark Allen received Lottery Funding via NIBSA while an amateur player, facilitating his growth and development in the sport.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Sporting Activities and Governing Bodies Recognised by the Sports Councils" (PDF). Sport NI. May 2019. Archived from the original (PDF) on 13 February 2021. Retrieved 23 October 2020.
  2. ^ "Member countries". European Billiards and Snooker Association. Retrieved 23 October 2020.
  3. ^ "Lavery claims Northern Ireland title". WPBSA. 16 April 2019. Retrieved 23 October 2020.
  4. ^ "Mark Allan [sic]". National Lottery. Archived from the original on 24 July 2011.


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