THE champions of the Worcester Area Snooker and Billiards Leagues have been decided.

Congratulations go to Paul Hillyard and his Pershore 'B' team, who were declarded Division One champions after securing the required legs in their match against Heenans.

In Division Two, Hallow 'B' were confirmed champions, although they had looked odds-on favourite for some weeks.

Plaudits in the Billiards League go to St Stephens 'A', who clinched the title last week.

The Painter Trophy, for the best average, has been won for a second year running by Darren Painter, returning an 82 per cent win rate from the 22 frames he played.