Michaela Tabb

           THE NUGGET' RETURNS TO CORNWALL
                                      (9th and 10th March 2007)

Snooker legend Steve 'The Nugget' Davis returned to Cornwall for the first time in years at the weekend for two nights of exhibition matches at The Keay Theatre in St Austell. The exhibition matches, which were hosted by local company SnookerPlus, were staged in the arena at The Keay which was specially adapted for the event.

Steve played some outstanding snooker in his unique style, under the watchful eye of professional female snooker referee Michaela Tabb.

Michaela travelled from Dunfermline in Scotland to referee the exhibition matches. Michaela's parents used to live in Roche until they moved away from Cornwall many years ago, but she still has family living in the village.

Steve displayed his skills on the green baize against talented local players. He kept the audience entertained throughout with his banter with Michaela and the local players and involved audience members in his jokes.

Steve commented: "It seems a long time since I've been to Cornwall.

"I have many happy memories of my exhibitions in Breage, near Helston, and St Ives, so it's really great to be back.

"It's great playing these exhibitions - world tournaments are serious stuff, you have to focus and put practice into the events. These exhibitions are great fun. Everyone can have a bit of fun when they come to see me play."

Steve entertained the audience with his trick shots and his sense of humour. At the end of the evening everyone had the opportunity to meet Steve and Michaela for photographs and autographs.