Eastern Cape Blackball Association

🎱💛 A Sincere Thank‑You to Castro’s Night Club 💛🎱

The Eastern Cape Blackball Association extends its deepest gratitude to Castro’s Night Club for their unwavering support and commitment to our sport.

Your continued sponsorship has helped us grow, compete, and celebrate the spirit of Blackball across the province. Through every tournament, every cue strike, and every shared victory, your partnership reminds us that community and passion go hand in hand.

We’re proud to stand alongside a sponsor who believes in the game, the players, and the vision of keeping Blackball alive and thriving in the Eastern Cape.

Thank you, Castro’s Night Club, for being part of our journey — not just once, but time and time again. Here’s to many more years of teamwork, tournaments, and triumphs together!

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🎱 ECB Plate of Plates – Castros

Sunday brought the fire to the felt! Teams battled it out for the coveted Plate of Plates title, showing grit, flair, and pure pool passion.
🥇 Ghost Riders – unstoppable on the night, claiming first place
🥈 Black Widows – fierce competitors securing second
From the crack of the break to the final shot, the energy was electric. Castros Night Club once again proved why it’s the home of unforgettable pool nights — great tables, great vibe, great people.

🔥 Hats off to every team that stepped up with skill and sportsmanship!

🏆 ECB Champ of Champs – Castros

Last Saturday brought together a powerhouse of teams for the ultimate showdown — playing for the honour of being crowned Champ of Champs!

🎱 Winners: TopDawgs
🥈 Second: Hollywood 4 Cues
🥉 Third: Flaming 8

The atmosphere was electric, the vibe unbeatable, and the pool action top‑tier. Castros Night Club, as always, delivered a venue that set the stage perfectly — great tables, great people, and unforgettable moments.

🔥 Congratulations to every team that brought skill, spirit, and sportsmanship to the felt!

🏆 ECB Men’s Singles Championship – Cup & Plate Winners 2026

🎱 Cup Division
🥇 Champion – Theolandre Joubert
Young, fearless, and precise — Theolandre’s magnificent
play secured him the top spot.
🥈 Runner up – Keenen Brown
Sharp angles and tactical brilliance carried Keenen to a well deserved second place.
🥉 Third Place – Gavin Sonnekus
Steady and composed under pressure, Gavin’s strategic play earned him the bronze.

🎱 Plate Division
🥇 Champion – Dadrian Africa
A powerful performance and consistent cue work crowned Dadrian as Plate Champion.
🥈 Runner up – Marcel Govindasamy
Marcel’s determination and skill shone through, making him a strong finalist.

✨ The championship was a true celebration of ECB’s men’s Blackball — filled with thrilling matches, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. Congratulations to all who competed and to Castros Night Club for hosting yet another memorable event.

💜🎱 Eastern Cape Blackball Ladies Championships 2026 🎱💜
What an unforgettable Saturday, 30 May — the turnout was fantastic, but what truly stood out was the remarkable growth of our ladies. Every match was proof of how far this group has come, and it was inspiring to watch the confidence, composure, and skill on display. 🌟

🏆 Cup Winners 2026
🥇 Elandi Greeff— so consistent in every stroke, a true champion.
🥈 Anli van Huyssteen — wow, the growth in this lady has been phenomenal!
🥉 Rosalind Padayachee — steady progress, always a joy to watch.

🔥 Plate Playoffs
🥇 Jeandre Janse van Rensburg — exceptional growth, walking away with first place.
🥈 Tiffany Perumal — another rising star showing great strides.
🥉 Jackie Perkins — our OG, proving once again why she’s a force at the tables.

👏 A massive thank you to every single lady who competed — your passion, determination, and growth made this championship one to remember. It was truly awesome to watch! 💜✨
Here’s to more milestones, more growth, and many more proud moments together.

Eid Mubarak to all our players, families, and supporters celebrating today. May this day bring peace, gratitude, and renewed strength for the journey ahead.

💜 ECB Ladies Doubles Tournament – What a Weekend! 🎱✨
We are so proud of every single one of you! Watching your growth over time has been incredible — the confidence, determination, composure, and skill shown at the tables did not go unnoticed. Every match played and every challenge faced was another reminder of how far you’ve come.

🏆 Placed Teams
🥇 Elandi & Liesel — Congratulations on taking first place!
🥈 Nashie & Andrea — An amazing achievement finishing second.
🥉 Rosalind (Rosi) & Leah — Well done on securing third place!

🌟 Special Mentions
🎉 Nikki — Congratulations on completing your very first ECB tournament. Hopefully the first of many more to come!
🌟 Jackie — Nominated as Woman of the Match — a well‑deserved recognition to be proud of!

Thank you for making this tournament such a memorable one, filled with respect, laughter, and sportsmanship. Here’s to many more tournaments, memories, and successful moments together.

🏆 ECB Mixed Doubles Tournament 2026 – A Day to Remember

The Eastern Cape Blackball Association hosted its very first Mixed Doubles Tournament, and it was truly one for the books! The atmosphere at Castros was electric — filled with laughter, teamwork, and a shared love for the game.

It was wonderful to see how the more experienced players took the ladies under their wing, offering guidance and demonstrating shot techniques with patience and encouragement. That spirit of mentorship captured what ECB stands for — growth, camaraderie, and passion for blackball.

🎱 Cup Division

Our 2026 Mixed Doubles Champions, Elandi and Darren, proved themselves a true power couple both on and off the tables, playing with precision, confidence, and synergy that impressed everyone.
In second place, Nahsreen and Julian delivered a powerful performance that kept spectators on edge, while Karen and Leenash claimed third, showing skill and determination throughout their matches.

🥇 Plate Division

The Plate Winners, Vee and Daniel, showcased a powerful performance that earned them the top spot — their teamwork and focus were exceptional.
In second place, Jeandre and Justin played with great energy and consistency, while Jamiel and Fagma secured third, displaying solid play and sportsmanship.

A heartfelt thank‑you goes out to all the players who participated — your enthusiasm and spirit made this inaugural event such a success. We are grateful to Castros Night Club for providing the perfect setting for a day of great pool and even greater memories. We also acknowledge our ongoing sponsors, Aroon Pillay PostNet Greenacres and Deven Naidu CNA Bodyworks, whose continued support is sincerely appreciated.

With a commanding 5–1 triumph, Charl Jonck once again proved why he is regarded as one of South Africa’s finest snooker talents. Delivering a powerful performance on the green baize, the multiple SA champion showcased precision, composure, and championship pedigree — and ultimately won the SA Snooker Classic Championship title.

🎱 Wishing Charl Jonck the very best! 🎱

From all of us at Eastern Cape Blackball, we send our good wishes to Charl as he competes in the 2026 SA Snooker Classic Championship Final tonight. 🌟

Charl, may your focus be sharp, your cue steady, and your passion shine through every frame. The snooker community is proud to see your talent on display — go make it a match to remember! 💪🔥
Charl Jonck