Following yesterday’s announcement concerning a brand new Worldwide Federation for snooker and billiards, we will verify in the present day that the European Billiards and Snooker Affiliation (EBSA), confirmed their affiliation to the WSF. The EBSA has 44 Nationwide Federations as members.
The WSF is happy to announce that EBSA Chairman Maxime Cassis has agreed to hitch the WSF Board and can take up the place of WSF Common Secretary. He’ll be a part of fellow WSF board members Jason Ferguson of the WPBSA and Nigel Mawer QPM, the previous Chief Superintendent of the Metropolitan Police, who will oversee WSF governance and integrity.
Three additional board members shall be appointed in time, with a minimal of 1 board member from Asia and two representing completely different areas of the world.
WPBSA Chairman Jason Ferguson stated: “We’re delighted that the pursuits of the EBSA, such nearly as good governance and the elimination of obstacles in our sport are aligned with these of the WSF. We welcome each single one in every of their 44 Nationwide Federations to the WSF to be a part of this new and thrilling future.”
EBSA Chairman Maxime Cassis stated: “I’ve been working in newbie snooker for the final 20 years as a volunteer and this is likely one of the most enjoyable developments I’ve seen throughout that point. I’m delighted to be a part of this venture in its inception and I’ll serve the WSF on behalf of all newbie gamers to guard and help their pursuits. It’s implausible to see newbie {and professional} snooker working collectively in concord and we look ahead to a vibrant future collectively.”
Additional information will comply with concerning additional appointments and different members who’ve dedicated to the membership of the WSF.
