Tag: blackball
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Ħamrun 147 crowned Premier League Blackball Champions after thrilling final
Ħamrun 147 were crowned champions of the Cisk National Premier League following a dramatic and fiercely contested final against Cospicua Rangers at the Juventus Club Amore in Birkirkara. In a final that showcased the very best of Maltese blackball, Ħamrun 147 edged past their determined opponents 13–12 in a match that remained in the balance…
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Ħamrun 147 A reach Premier League Blackball Final after stunning comeback
Ħamrun 147 A booked their place in the Premier League Blackball final after producing an impressive comeback to eliminate Qormi Pinto A with a 21-18 aggregate victory in the semi-finals. Having trailed 12-8 following the first leg, the Ħamrun side overturned the deficit with a strong performance in the return match to secure their place…
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Cospicua Rangers held by Ħamrun 147 A as Blackball Championships reach crucial stage
Cospicua Rangers A and Ħamrun 147 A shared the points in one of the most exciting encounters of the week in the National Blackball Championship, battling to a thrilling 10-10 draw. The closely contested match saw momentum swing repeatedly between the two sides, with neither team able to establish a decisive advantage. In the end,…
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Cospicua Rangers extend lead in National Blackball Championship
Cospicua Rangers continued their impressive run in the National Blackball Championship, strengthening their grip at the top of the standings and opening up a five-point advantage over nearest challengers Qormi Pinto A. The Bormla outfit registered an 11-7 victory over Mrieħel Billiard House A to maintain their strong momentum. Meanwhile, Qormi Pinto A kept pace…
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Ħamrun 147 complete Blackball Treble with National Easter Trophy triumph
Ħamrun 147 capped off a remarkable run in the Blackball Easter competitions by securing a treble, clinching the National Easter Trophy with a hard-fought 13–11 victory over Cospicua Rangers. This latest success completes a clean sweep for the club, following earlier wins by their Team B in the Regional Easter Trophy and Team D in…
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Cospicua Rangers lead as Malta’s Blackball Leagues get underway
The main Blackball championships, organized by the Malta Blackball Federation, are now underway across the National, Regional, and Community Leagues. After the initial two rounds of play, Cospicua Rangers A have established an early lead in the National League with maximum points. In their most recent fixture, they secured an 11-8 victory over Mrieħel Billiard House A. Qormi Pinto A sits…
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Carr, Muscat and Tabone secure National Team Places at Blackball Qualifiers
Gary Carr, Steven Muscat and Chris Tabone have all secured their places with the Maltese Blackball national team after winning the finals in their respective categories during the third qualifying tournament organised by the Malta Blackball Federation. The event was held at the Juventus Club Vero Amore in Birkirkara and formed part of the selection…
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Major sporting milestones in 2025 for Malta.
The year 2025 proved to be one of the most memorable in recent Maltese sporting history, with Maltese athletes and teams achieving remarkable success across football, Blackball, water polo, and other arenas. From historic European football milestones to dominant performances in pool and youth competitions, Maltese sport delivered unforgettable moments. Historic European Football Feats –…
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Malta Blackball Federation nears final selection phase for 2026 Nations Cup
Following a strong showing at the European Championship, the Malta Blackball Federation has now shifted its focus to its next major international commitment — the 2026 Nations Cup. As part of the preparation process, the federation is currently hosting its second qualification tournament, from which the players who will form the Malta national squad will…
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Steven Muscat and Nordai Desira crowned Blackball European U23 Doubles Champions
Steven Muscat and Nordai Desira etched their names into Maltese Blackball history after being crowned Under-23 Doubles champions, securing Malta’s first gold medal at this year’s European Blackball Championships in Ennis, Ireland. The duo delivered a flawless performance in an all-Maltese final, defeating teammates Chaylon Castaldi and Matthias Debono with an emphatic 4–0 victory. Despite…
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Maltese Youth shine at European Blackball Championships with major Doubles Success
Team Malta continues to deliver outstanding performances at the 2025 European Blackball Championships in Ennis, Ireland, securing one gold medal and two silver medals so far — with more still up for grabs. Under-15 Doubles: Malta Guaranteed at Least Silver The U15 Doubles pair Denzel Falzon and Nick Muscat produced brilliant performances to advance to…
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Malta U15 stage spectacular comeback to go top in European Blackball Championships
The Malta Under-15 national Blackball team delivered one of the standout performances of the European Blackball Championships in Ennis, Ireland, mounting a stunning comeback to defeat England 8–7. Comprising Jake Castaldi, Denzel Falzon, Dielyn Edwards, and Nick Muscat, the young Maltese side trailed 7–2 before rallying with remarkable resilience, focus, and determination to overturn the…