New season kicks off

The Trojans welcomed Railway Blues to Whitehead Rangers Supporters Club for their first league match of the new season in the CDPL sponsored by SKC GAMING NI.

The Trojans welcomed Railway Blues to Whitehead Rangers Supporters Club for their first league match of the new season in the CDPL sponsored by SKC GAMING NI.

Trojans’ Stephen Hamilton took the opening frame. Railway Blues hit back with Nathan Gray and Gareth Curlett. Christopher Hobson stepped up to make it 2–2. Railway Blues’ Nathan Gray, Wes Smith and Robert Craig romped to a 5–2 lead at the halfway stage. Blues continued their strong run, as Gareth Curlett won his second frame of the night before Nathan Gray claimed his third frame, making him the Railway Blues Man of the Match. The Trojans fought back, with Gary Fitzsimmons winning the next frame before new league player Lawrence Armour was able to pick up a debut win. Robert Craig eventually came out on top with a great trick shot to seal the frame. The final two frames were shared between the teams, with Wes Smith winning his second frame of the night for Railway Blues before Trojans captain Girvan Fleming won the final frame. FINAL SCORE: TROJANS 5–9 _________________________________________________________________________________The Glen Inn’s Enthusiastic Amateurs travelled to Larne's Q Club, The home of the Titans. The reigning champions got off to a flyer with the first 11 frames going their way but in frame 12 the Enthusiastic Amateurs dug deep to take out a good finish and put their first frame on the board which was thoroughly well deserved for Jamie. The last two frames of the night went the way of the Titans with the match finishing up 13-1.

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The Times Bar Tigers welcomed another one of the league newcomers the Cue Queens to The Times Bar and were soon 5-0 up before Wendy Long stopped the rot. More of the same followed the next game as Rachel Irvine made it 5-2. Tom McGurk and Kathy Wilson shared the next two. Scott Pettigrew put The Tigers to the hill. Jean McIlroy kept the visitor’s hopes alive, however with some very good shots Johnny Eccles guaranteed the 3 points for his team. Final score 10-4.

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The Grange welcomed The Spartans to The Break and Bull Lounge Ballyclare. Johnny Mackay got the hosts on the board. Marty Goudie had a reverse dish in the second to extend the lead to 2-0. Spartans rallied to the next 3 frames. Gareth fears levelled things up, before a reverse dish from James Gourley of The Spartans put them 4-3 up. The first five frames of the second half were shared, now 5-7. The Grange had one last fight in them digging deep to take the last 2 frames through Thomas Fleming and another reverse dish from Johnny Mackay to seal the draw.

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Whiteabbey Legion welcomed Top Guns. The Top guns went 2-1 up but The experience Legion side went on to win 10 out of the next 11 frames. The match was played in great spirits and in a great atmosphere, unfortunately for The Top Guns it was a bit of a baptism of fire in their debut match un the Carrick Pool League. Final Score Legion 11 Top Guns 3.

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The Pink Ladies kicked off the new pool season by welcoming The Q Club. Ian and Mark too the first two frames. The Q club then dispatched of 5 further frames making sure they were guaranteed at least the draw at 7-0. Q Club romped to 10-0.

In the 11th frame it was heartbreak for the Newbie Emma Louise, she played brilliantly and looked to be seconds away from her first win league. However, she hung the black ball. Ian stepped up and cleared the table to add to his tally. The final 3 games were ticked off by The Q club to finish out a flawless evening for them with a rare 14-0 win. Sending them to the top of the table.

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Alpha Breakers hosted Colts. The Colts couldn't have asked for a better start, with Dee Harris clearing straight from the break in the opening frame. Don McAteer hit back immediately for the Breakers, grinding out a tactical second frame. David Flanagan and Michael Atcheson were particularly impressive, dominating their fixtures. Atchy was in serious form and could easily have walked away with three break clearances on the night. From looking like they could be in for a tough time early on, the Breakers grew into the match and took control, eventually running out 8–6 winners — a well-deserved victory!

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Kilroot True Blues warmly welcomed the Times Bar Scorpions to Kilroot Orange hall for their first competitive match.

Scorpions’ Steven Johnston took the first frame. True Blue’s Tony Rainey levelled things up with a great escape to pot the black from a snooker. Ivan Reid put Kilroot in front with a masterful display of potting. Sensing danger Scorpions’ Paul Kerr stepped up and ripped out a smooth break and dish to begin the Scorpions come back.

Michael Wilson nearly had a break and dish of his own but muffed it, however he did go on to put Scorpions in front. Times Bar Scorpions never looked back, winning ten frames in a row. Hat tricks for Paul Kerr, Michael Wilson and Stephen Johnston, who were the players of the night. Final Score Kilroot True Blues 2 – Times Bar Scorpions 12

Other scores are in the image above. Q Club reach the summit early closely followed by their stablemates, Titans. Will they be there after Tuesday night?

£1000 raised for Alzheimer's Society Northern Ireland. Well done and thankyou to all who donated

The Carrick and District Pool League, sponsored by SKC Gaming NI have successfully fundraised, through the 2025/2026 season, £1,000 for their chosen charity of the year, Alzheimer's Society Northern Ireland.

This campaign underscores the league's ongoing commitment to supporting vital regional charities and community healthcare initiatives. The funds raised will directly benefit individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's disease across Northern Ireland, aiding in the provision of support services, research, and advocacy.

The official cheque presentation was held outside Carrickfergus Castle, capturing the collective efforts of the local council, the league executive committee, and the Charity.

From Left to right: Girvin Fleming, who served as the lead fundraiser, spearheading the coordination of various events and donation drives across the league's network.

Rebecca representing Alzheimers NI who participated in accepting the contribution.

Councillor Bobby Hadden, representing the local council, who acknowledged the civic importance of the league’s charitable contributions.

Harry Warwick, the League Treasurer, who managed the financial oversight and collection of the campaign funds.

This season we put the same efforts into fundraising for Impact Network NI, another valuable charity supporting our catchment area.

September Live Streaming Schedule

 

Live Stream Schedule for September

Date	Time	Home Team	Away Team	Venue
01-09-2026	20:00	Alpha Breakers	Colts	Eastway Social Club
08-09-2026	20:00	Bowlers	Whiteabbey Legion	Carrickfergus Bowling Club
15-09-2026	20:00	Kilroot True Blues	Spartans	Kilroot Orange Hall
21-09-06	20:00	Pink Ladies	Enthusiastic Amateurs	Greenisland Working Men's Social Club 2
22-09-2026	20:00	Galacticos	Whitehead Trojans	Greenisland Working Men's Social Club 1
28-09-2026	20:00	Sharp Shooters	Q Club Queens	Rack n Reload

Titans Emphatically Lift The Charity Shield

The Carrick & District Pool League, sponsored by SKC Gaming NI began their 2026/27 season last night. The league opener was the Charity Shield contested by The league Runners up Times Bar Scorpions and The reigning League Champions, Titans.

The Titans got out of the blocks quickly with rapid wins for Riley Patterson, Dean McDonagh and Darren Morgan. Scorpions' Aaron Leslie got one on the board but Titans were relentless and were soon 6-1 up at the half time interlude. 

Whiteabbey Legion was the venue and they generously donated a litre of Smirnoff to help raise funds for the charity night. The players got their pound coins out and played pitch and toss. 

The winner of the vodka was Scorpions Colin Rafferty. 

There was also a football card sold and the winner of the prize was Andy Quinn, who generously returned his winnings to the charity fund on the night.

The charity this season is Impact Network NI. All in on the night there was £53 pounds raised. We expect to raise much more throughout the season for this invaluable local charity.

After the interval, Darren Morgan put Titans on the hill at 7-1. Paul Kerr added a consolation frame for Scorpions but Brian Crilly sealed the deal and laid down a marker for all teams this season. Titans will be hard to stop.

Acorn Blinds NI Knockout Cup Draw

 

Ultimate Showdown: Acorn Blinds NI Knockout Cup Live Draw Announced!

The anticipation is building for one of our most prestigious competitions on the local green baize.

A total of 19 teams from the Carrick and District Pool League are ready to clash in the highly anticipated Acorn Blinds NI Knockout Cup. Every single frame will count, and the entire league will be chasing the reigning champions, Q Club Titans from Larne, who return to defend their crown.

It all begins with the official live draw on a massive night of local pool action.

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📅 The Live Draw: Time & Place

Mark your calendars to see how the brackets fall. Two of our dedicated league committee members will facilitate the selection process in the presence of the two participating teams and fans.

• Date: Tuesday, 25th August
• Time: 7:30 PM
• Venue: Whiteabbey Legion
• Virtual Viewing: Broadcast live on the official Carrick Pool League Facebook page

🏆 Double Header: Charity Shield for Impact Network NI

The drama does not stop with the draw. Immediately following the bracket selection, stick around for a thrilling curtain-raiser as the Scorpions take on the reigning champions, the Titans, in the highly anticipated Charity Shield match.

This year, the league is incredibly proud to raise vital funds for Impact Network NI, supporting mental health and emotional well-being across our local communities.

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📅 Tournament Schedule & Road to the Final

Following the draw, the knockout tournament structure ensures high-stakes drama from the very first break:

• 21st September: The action fires up with the first 3 preliminary matches.
• 28th September: The remaining contenders collide in the last 16 showdowns.

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🤝 A Special Thank You to Our Sponsor

This incredible tournament would not be possible without local support. We extend our massive thanks to Acorn Blinds NI for their valued sponsorship of this most prestigious competition. Their continued commitment keeps the competitive spirit of the Carrick and District Pool League thriving.

Will the Q Club Titans kickstart their season with a Shield win and a favourable cup draw, or will the Scorpions strike first? Head down to Whiteabbey Legion or tune into Facebook at 7:30 PM to support a fantastic cause and find out!

Charity Shield is a clash of the Titans and Times Bar Scorpions

Clash of Titans: Charity Shield to Kick Off New Season at Whiteabbey Legion

The wait is finally over for local sports fans as the official curtain-raiser for the highly anticipated new season has been locked in. In what promises to be an explosive opening fixture, league champions Titans will go head-to-head with the formidable Times Bar Scorpions in the traditional Charity Shield match.

The blockbuster clash is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 25th August, at the iconic Whiteabbey Royal British Legion club on Shore Road. As the very first match of the new campaign, the fixture carries immense weight, offering both teams a golden opportunity to secure the first piece of silverware of the season and lay down a definitive marker for the months ahead.

A Battle of Giants

The Titans enter the match riding a wave of momentum following their spectacular league-winning campaign last season. Known for their tactical discipline and clinical execution, the reigning champions will be eager to prove that their hunger hasn't diminished over the summer break. Winning the Charity Shield would provide the perfect launchpad for their title defence.

However, the Times Bar Scorpions are not to be underestimated. Having pushed the

champions to their absolute limits in their previous encounters, the Scorpions are hungry for redemption and silverware. Sporting a focused line up and a fierce determination to disrupt the champions' dominance, the Scorpions will view the 25th August showdown as the ideal stage to make a statement.

Playing for a Vital Cause

Following a democratic league-wide vote involving all participating teams, Impact Network NI has been officially named the Charity of the Year. The proceeds raised throughout the evening and throughout the season will go directly toward supporting this vital regional organisation.

Originally established to drive community development, Impact Network NI works tirelessly to tackle the severe impacts of poverty and economic hardship across Northern Ireland. The charity provides crucial hands-on services focusing on:

• Mental health and emotional wellbeing initiatives
• Suicide prevention programs and community training
• Health inequalities and community transformation support
• Structured volunteering and local development planning

The Perfect Venue

Hosting this prestigious curtain-raiser is the Whiteabbey Legion, a venue renowned for its welcoming atmosphere and fantastic community spirit. Local supporters are expected to turn out in large numbers to pack the club room and witness this fierce rivalry ignite once again. We also hope to have a live stream for anyone who cannot make it to the impartial venue.

With tribal pride, early-season bragging rights, and a prestigious trophy all up for grabs, the Charity Shield clash between the Titans and the Times Bar Scorpions is set to be an unmissable start to the sporting calendar. Mark your calendars for 25th August—the new season officially starts here.

CDPL History Made: Record-Breaking 19 Teams Enter the Field

CDPL sponsored by SKC Gaming NI History Made: Record-Breaking 19 Teams Enter the Field


Welcome to the most monumental season in our pool league’s history! This year, we are officially shattering all previous records by welcoming an incredible 19 teams to the green baize.

We are thrilled to welcome a massive field of contenders this year, featuring Alpha, Bay City Bowlers, Enthusiastic Amateurs, Grange Ballyclare, Greenisland Colts, Greenisland Galacticos, Kilroot True Blues, Pink Ladies, Q Club Larne, Q Club Queens, Q Club Titans, Railway Blues, Sharpshooters, Spartans, Times Bar Scorpions, Times Tigers, Top Guns, Whiteabbey Legion, and Whitehead Trojans.

The Ultimate Test: Everyone Plays Everyone

With a single, massive grid of 19 teams under the Premier Division banner, the initial phase of the season will be a true test of skill and consistency. Every single team will face off against one another. There are no easy draws and no hiding places. To climb the leader board from these zeroed-out stats, you will need to bring your absolute best game every single week. Alpha Breakers sit pretty at the top. Where will the be at the mid season split?

The Mid-Season Split: Two New Divisions

To keep the competition fierce and fair for everyone, we are introducing an exciting format twist at the halfway mark. Once every team has played each other once, the league will officially split into two distinct divisions based on the standings:
The Premiership: The highest-ranking 9 teams will battle it out for the ultimate championship title.
The Championship: The remaining 10 teams will compete for a dedicated divisional trophy and crucial bragging rights.

This split guarantees that the second half of the season remains highly competitive for every player. Every team will have a meaningful trophy to fight for, right down to the final frame of the season.

Get your cues ready, practice your breaks, and let’s make this record-breaking season our best one yet. Good luck to all 19 teams!

Our League Opener is the the Charity Shield which will be contested between the Titans and the Scorpions on 25th August.

 

A mindful Celebration Event Pool Together

On Friday 26^th June The Carrick & District Pool League, sponsored by SKC Gaming NI Ltd, held their much anticipated ‘Pool Together’ event. This was the last night of the 2025/26 season.

Over 100 registered players and their families came to Greenisland Working Men’s Club to a celebration and mindfulness themed entertainment. A massive thanks to Councillor Bobby Hadden for presenting the trophies.

Impact Network NI supported the men’s mental health theme and there were several products at each table promoting Lifeline. They will also be supporting mental health training this year for players.

The accolades were spread across the teams and players.

Where the trophies went:

Wooden spoon - Pink Ladies.

Ladies singles - Jean McIlroy.

Mixed doubles - Richard Kitson and Saralou Graham

Under 23s - Riley Patterson

Bottom Half singles - Aaron Watters

Grand Masters - Stephen Johnston

Masters –  Steven Mclaughlin

Seniors – Chris Carson

Open Championship – Paul Kerr

Player of the year – Paul Kerr

Doubles - Chris and Jack Carson

Three a sides – Steven Herron, Johnny Mackay & Wayne Lewis

Amber Castle Harbour Cup – Bowlers

Knockagh Cup – Q Club

Castle Cup - Grange

Mulholland Funeral Services Players Memorial Shield - Spartans

Acorn Blinds Knockout Cup – Titans

Charity Shield – Galacticos

League Champions - Titans

A massive thank you to all players, proprietors, venues, sponsors and fans for making this a special season.

Our Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday 1^st August in Greenisland Workingmen’s Club at 8pm. At this meeting you can register your team for the new season. Have a lovely Summer.

The first fixture of the new season will be the charity shield between The league champions, Titans and the runners up, Time Scorpions. Tuesday 25^th August and the first league match will be Tuesday 1^st September.

 

Riley is the Under 23's Champion

It’s another competition and another win for the Titans golden boy, Riley Patterson. He was crowned the CDPL U23s champion last night in one of our league’s finest venues, Grange Bar.
Quarterfinals: William McCullough won 4-3 against Adam Crossett
Semi Finals
James Robertson won 5-4 against William McCullough
Riley Patterson won 5-4 against Lewis Neill
Final
Riley Patterson won 6-4 against James Robertson
Well done young man.

With that final black we see the curtain coming down on the 2025/26 season kindly sponsored by SKC GAMING NI.

All that's left is the have our end of season celebration event POOL TOGETHER sponsored by Impact Network NI on 26/06/26 and we are done. 

Hopefully see you all there and again in the following season kicking off in September.

Final League Match of the season

The final league match results, league table and player of the year sponsored by SKC Gaming NI Ltd
The Whitehead Trojans welcomed the Larne Q Club to the Rangers club for the last game of the season. The match started with Mark Abram winning with some great potting. The Trojans Stephen Hamilton won the second frame to even up the match but the Q Club then took control of the match by winning the next 3 frames Rorie McAllister, Ian McCalmont and Ciaran O'Toole. The last frame was between Girvan Fleming and Rorie McAllister the match went down to black ball. Q Club player Rorie left the black ball safe on the bottom cushion with white ball half way up the table. Trojans Girvan Fleming saw that there was no good safe shoot so he just hit the ball as hard as he could. The black ball went round the table off four cushions and went into the bottom left pocket. The teams then set down for burgers and chips, thanks to Jared McFadden for cooking the food.
The second half started the same as the first with Mark Abram winning the first frame. The second frame was won by Jared McFadden with 3 great shoot to win the frame the next 3 frames were won by the Q Club . Trojans Gary Fitzsimmons won the 12 frame and the last 2 frame were won by Q Club winning the match 10 - 4 . Top players of the night Mark Abram 3/3 and Ciaran O'Toole
Other results are in the image below:

The final league table is on the left of the homepage. Well done to Titans and tanks to all players and teams for a great season.

Mulhollands' Players Memorial Shield IT'S SPARTANS AGAIN !!!

The preliminary rounds of the Players Memorial Shield, sponsored by Mulhollands Funeral Directors.

Results were: Trojans 2-8 Spartans; Whiteabbey Legion 8-5 Times Bar Tigers; Bay City Bowlers 8-5 Pink Ladies; Q Club Titans 8-5 Colts; Galacticos 0-8 Blues; Q Q-Club Larne 8-0 The Stadium Bar.

First round results were:
Bowlers 4 Titans 8
Blues 3 Q Club 8
Scorpions 6 Grange 8
Spartans 8 Legion 6


Semi finals took place in Q-Club Larne on 9th June.

Q Club 8-6 Grange Ballyclare
It was Memorial Shield sponsored by Mulhollands Funeral Directors, action on Tuesday night as Q Club and Grange played in the first Semi Final.
Q Club got off to a fast start to go 2-0 up via William Irvine and Ciaran O’Toole. Thomas Fleming and Michael Wilson would level
things up though with 2 good clearances. The Grange would take the lead at half time 4-3 getting the best of the 2 doubles matches.
Going into the second half it was the Ballyclare men who kept the momentum going with the pair off Uel Wallace/Gary Neeson making it 5-3. The last doubles match was a must win for Q Club and Ciaran O’Toole/William Irvine edged them over the line to keep the match finely poised. Richard Kitson made it 6-4 to the Grange but the Larne men found a turn of foot and managed to take the last 4 frames to move into the Final. Highlight being the last frame and a reverse dish from Q Club vice captain Rorie McAllister.
In the other semi the Spartans beat Titans 8-5.


The Final was played on Tuesday 16th June in The Times Bar, York Road, Belfast.

Kenny English's Spartans Pool Team added to their impressive record in the Mulhollands Funeral Directors’ Players Memorial Competition by once again bringing the trophy back to Whitehead Glasgow Rangers Supporters Club.
Spartans opponents were the Q. Club, Larne and it was they who raced into a 2-0 lead courtesy of wins for William Irvine and Ciaran O'Toole. Robert Hawkins steadied the ship for Spartans with a double on the black in Frame 3 but Kyzler Todd restored the two frame advantage in Rack 4. When we reached the interval Spartans had moved ahead 4-3, Stephen McLaughlin winning his Singles Frame and the pairings of Kenny English/Billy Pawson and Mark Millar/Alan Johnston winning both Doubles matches.
To the second half and the first two frames of Doubles were shared, Ian McCalmont/Kyzler Todd winning for Q. Club and Robert Hawkins/Stephen McLaughlin for Spartans. Back to Singles Frames next for the rest of the match and although Ciaran O'Toole registered his second win of the night for Q. Club, a fantastic finish from Mark Millar and another win for Stephen McLaughlin put Spartans on the hill. And just as he had done on Sunday at the NIPA Counties Final event it was the experienced Alan Johnston who kept his nerve to reverse dish on a dry break and give Spartans their sixth win in the annual Carrick League Players Memorial.
Big thanks to the Times Bar for hosting the final as we remember all those players who graced our League but are no longer with us.