MOBBERLEY A, defending champions in the Knutsford and District Amateur League, sent a message to their rivals during a new season’s opening round on Thursday.

A 7-0 success against Brook Street A launched their title defence, while Mobberley B saw off Morley.

Newcomers Alderley Union, returning to the competition after more than a decade away, edged Wilmslow Cons A and Shaw Heath squeezed past Tatton.

In Division Two, Mobberley C proved too strong for Mobberley D.

Mere B won a battle with Mere A to signal their intention of a swift return to the top flight after being relegated, while Wilmslow Cons B eased past neighbours Wilmslow RBL.

Brook Street B saw off Mere C in the other game played.

Results

Knutsford and District Amateur Snooker League

Week One

Division One

Mobberley A 7 Brook Street A 0

Morley 2 Mobberley B 5

Shaw Heath 4 Tatton 3

Wilmslow Cons A 3 Alderley Union 4

Division Two

Mere A 2 Mere B 5

Mere C 2 Brook Street B 5

Mobberley C 6 Mobberley D 1

Wilmslow Cons B 5 Wilmslow RBL 2