C League - Round 12 (6th January 2026)

C LEAGUE: POST-CHRISTMAS RETURN — EVERY POINT COUNTS

With the Christmas break over and just three fixtures left before the end of the C League season, teams returned knowing there is no margin for error. The latest round delivered dominant performances, five-game epics, and crucial league-shaping moments.

Island Exhaust and Autocare vs. Crazy Jacks Barbershop

Result: Crazy Jacks Barbershop win 4–1

Crazy Jacks Barbershop underlined their title credentials with a composed and clinical away performance.

• Position 1:
  Mark Grace fought hard for Island Exhaust and Autocare but was overpowered by Jonathan Gower-Jackson, who dictated from the opening rally to secure a straight-games win.

• Position 2:
  The match of the tie came from Mark Stratford, who produced one of his best performances of the season to defeat Aleyn Taggart in a gripping five-game battle, sealing the decider 16–14 under heavy pressure.

• Position 3:
  Max Birchall was relentless for Crazy Jacks, closing down space and tempo to defeat Peter Sharples in three controlled games.

• Position 4:
  Leslie Callow battled well and briefly threatened a comeback, but Lee Alexander showed composure and experience to close the match in four.

• Position 5:
  Matt Ripley completed the job with a disciplined straight-games victory over Philip Shaw, ensuring maximum impact from the tie.

Hansard Racketeers vs. Racket Raiders

Result: Hansard Racketeers win 3–2

One of the most competitive encounters of the season, this tie swung repeatedly before being settled in the latter stages.

• Position 1:
  Mark Harrop produced a captain’s performance, recovering from a slow start to defeat Clare Townsend in four games, including a dramatic 20–18 fourth.

• Position 2:
  David Johnson was ruthless at No.2, overwhelming Phil Whittam with consistent length and pace to take the match in straight games.

• Position 3:
  Allan Mertin responded for Racket Raiders with a confident four-game win over Jasneet Singh, shifting momentum back toward the visitors.

• Position 4:
  With the tie finely balanced, Daryl Richards held his nerve in a tough five-game contest against Ewan Cannan, delivering when it mattered most.

• Position 5:
  Wayne Taylor showed great resolve for Racket Raiders, edging Steven Wright in four games to keep the overall tie alive until the final stages.

Dragons vs. Junior Academy

Result: Dragons win 5–0 (walkover)

The Dragons collected full points on the night, with Stuart Highy, Sarah Simpson, Andy McLarney, Elliot Henson, and Scott Jones all credited with victories following the Junior Academy’s inability to field a team.

While uncontested, the result carries significant weight with so few matches remaining.

Current League Standings 

Crazy Jacks Barbershop 176

Falcons 162 

Island Exhaust and Autocare 132 

Dragons 124 

Hansard Racketeers 122 

Racket Raiders 56 

Junior Academy 46