Snooker: Manxman Darryl Hill to contest US Snooker Masters

Island player to begin campaign in California later today (20 Mar)

Isle of Man snooker player Darryl Hill is about to begin his campaign at the 2025 US Snooker Masters in California.

Following his performances at the last two IBSF World Championships, the Manx competitor has received an invite for the USA event taking place from today until Sunday (20-23 March) in Sacramento.

Featuring 48 players in total, there will be an even split of those involved of pan-American and international competitors.

There will be 12 groups in total - each featuring three players - with the top two from each progressing to the eventual knockout phase.

Hill's group opponents are both from the USA in the form of Tommy Kollins and Bob Hemnani.

Among the other individuals due to take part are ex-Irish pro player David Morris and 2023 IBSF World Championship winner Ali Abolaidli.

Both of Hill's group games will take place this evening - the first will see him face Collins at around 5.30pm UK time before taking on Hemnani at approximately 8pm UK time.