John Higgins Heads New Snooker Players Association for Greater Player Influence
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
John Higgins, a four-time world snooker champion, has been appointed as Director and Chairman of the newly established Professional Snooker Players Association (PSPA). The association aims to increase player representation in the governance and commercial aspects of snooker, fostering a collaborative relationship with existing governing bodies while maintaining independence in commercial negotiations.
Key Points
John Higgins leads the newly formed PSPA as Director and Chairman.
The PSPA includes notable players such as Judd Trump, Kyren Wilson, Mark Selby, Ronnie O'Sullivan, Ding Junhui, and Xiao Guodong.
The association seeks to amplify the players' voice in the sport's governance and commercial direction.
The PSPA aims for a collaborative yet independent relationship with existing snooker governing bodies.
The goal is to ensure fairness, transparency, and progress in snooker through a strong, independent players' association.
