Cue School talks to another of the unsung heroes of snooker coaching. This man has been developing the skills of youngsters across the North East of England for years.
Chairman of the Tournament Committee for the English Billiards and Snooker Association and a more than decent billiards player himself...
Cue School meets John Hartley ...
Name |
John Hartley |
Location |
Middlesborough |
Club |
Hartlepool Snooker Centre |
Experience |
I have been coaching billiards since I was 17. I started getting involved with snooker from about the age of 21. |
Coaching Body / Qualifications |
Northern Regional Coach - EASB |
CRB Check |
Yes |
Worked With |
I am currently working some excellent young guys, Darren Cook and Ryan Clarke especially, they are both competing on the EASB junior tour. |
Famous Students |
None yet! But watch this space... |
Coaching Achievements |
Each year since 2001, one of my students has reached the final of EABA National U-16 championship. |
Playing Achievements |
I am more of a billiards player myself. I played for England at both junio and senior level and represented them at the IBSF World Billiards Championship in New Zealand, Malta and England. |
Rates |
U 18 - £7.50 per hourAdults - £15 per hour |
Cuefactor Member Discount |
First Hour FREE!!!Contact us for more details! |
Best Tip |
The most important piece f advice I give to all younger students, is that having a coach will not make them a better player. It is up to them to use the advice |
