10 Top Gifts For Snooker Players – Don’t Rely On Pot Luck

You won't get snookered when gift buying for a snooker player this Christmas if you check out these great gift ideas.

Snooker is an absorbing and challenging game that is loved by many across the world, especially in the UK and China.

As it's a game that simultaneously challenges the players motor skills, concentration, nerve, and strategic thinking.

And this has created an army of enthusiastic snooker players, as well as millions of fans who enjoy watching the professionals play on the TV.

So if you know someone who loves a game of snooker, why not treat them to a snooker related gift to help them enjoy their playing time even more.

As the following gift ideas for snooker players are all ones that they will appreciate at Christmas time.

1. An Upgrade On Their Current Snooker Cue

The quality of cue that a snooker players uses can have a big impact on their game, giving them smoother shooting, and more power and accuracy.

And while over time they will trust and get used to their own cue, getting them a better snooker cue as a gift can be a really nice idea.

However, this can be a minefield, with cues made from different types of wood, at different weights, with a variety of tip sizes, and either being in one piece or two pieces.

And which combination of these options is best will be very personal and only something the snooker player themselves will know.

So this is a gift idea where you are well advised to ask them about beforehand to ensure you get them the right cue for them.

And if they are new to snooker and need some guidance, take a look at the Craftsman cues Phoenix Master series, as these are top quality and won't disappoint.

2. A Cue Case For A One-Piece Cue

Once a snooker player has a favourite cue, it will become so precious to them.

As this will be the only cue they feel truly comfortable with, and that they trust to be able to play and handle the way they want it to.

So keeping their cues safe and free from damage is paramount for them, which makes a hard cue case such a good gift idea for a snooker player.

As these cases have the interior padding and compartments to keep the cues in pristine condition, and a hard outer case to protect it from any bumps or accidents en route to the snooker hall.

And a great one to go for is the Peradon Halo 1-piece cue case above.

3. A Cue Case For A Two-Piece Or 3/4 Length Cue

These cue cases also come in different sizes for snooker players that play with two-piece cues or cues that screw down to 3/4 length.

So if your snooker player doesn't play with a one-piece cue, make sure you get them the right case to fit their preferred style of cue.

As the Peradon Halo cue cases also come in two-piece and 3/4 sizes.

4. A Cue Tip Tool For Maintaining Their Tips

Keeping the tip of their snooker cue in top condition is vital for a snooker player, as this is what gives them the power, accuracy, and control over their shots.

And this is especially important in snooker, as the positioning of the cue ball after each shot needs to be spot on to keep a break going.

So a cue tip tool is a really great gift idea for any snooker player, as this way they can maintain their tips and always be on top of their game.

And for one that makes the ideal gift choice, check out the Peradon Tip Mate, which is a scuffer, shaper, and tip pricker all rolled into one.

5. A Cloth For Wiping Down Their Cue Shaft

A snooker player will also need to be able to cue smoothly to generate the accuracy, control, and consistency in their game.

And for this they need to keep their cue shaft clean and free from sweat, moisture, or dirt.

So getting them a microfiber cue towel to wipe down their cue shafts between games can make for a nice little stocking stuffer idea.

And one made with snooker players in mind is the Peradon microfiber cue towel above.

6. A Top Quality Chalk To Use On Their Tips

Snooker players need to keep the tips of their cue well chalked while playing, as this creates the friction between tip and cue ball that is needed to control the shot.

So getting them some fancy snooker chalk to use that is superior to the standard chalk at their local snooker hall is a top idea.

As this kind of chalk is finer, sticks to the tip of the cue better, and doesn't need to be applied as often.

Meaning they'll not have to worry about chalking as much during a game, and will be far more likely not to miscue at a vital moment.

And a great gift choice is the Taom premium snooker chalk, which is popular among both professional and amateur snooker players alike.

7. The Snooker Balls The Professionals Use

Being able to judge and trust how each ball will react and play is key to a snooker player being able to perfect their game, and one thing that can affect this is the snooker balls they use.

As if there are weight variations and inconsistencies between the balls, then they will misjudge shots through no fault of their own and get frustrated.

So a brilliant gift idea for more intermediate and advanced snooker players is to get them a set of professional quality snooker balls to play with.

As these will be perfectly weighted and consistent, giving them complete control over every ball on the table.

And for the very best, check out the Aramath '1G' tournament snooker balls, which are the ones used in the professional snooker tournaments that you see on TV.

8. A Cue Rack For Safe Storage And Decoration

If you know a snooker player who is lucky enough to have their own snooker table in their man cave at home, then it opens up a few more gift ideas that you can get them.

And one of these is to get them a cue rack stand to put their cues in.

As not only do these keep their cues safe from falling or incurring any damage, they also work well as a decoration for their snooker room too.

So you have plenty of options here with regards to design, type of wood, whether it's custom-made or store bought, etc.

But if you want a quick example of a nicely made one, check out the Iszy Billiards revolving cue rack above.

9. A Traditional Scoreboard That Looks Good And Does The Job

Another useful gift idea for the home snooker player that will also look good in their games room is to get them a traditional snooker scoreboard.

As using one of these is a really satisfying way of keeping score, and will make them feel like they're playing in the snooker hall rather than at home.

So check out something like the mahogany mini snooker scoreboard above for a scoreboard that any snooker player would love to have hanging on their wall.

10. A Biography Of Their Favourite Snooker Player

Snooker has been blessed by some amazing players over the years, both in terms of talent and also in how charismatic and interesting they are.

And this is especially true of the snooker players of the 70s and 80s, who were real characters and lived amazing lives.

So a really nice gift idea for a snooker player who is also a fan of watching the sport is to get them a biography of their favourite snooker player.

And some top choices for this include:

Rounding Up

Snooker is a great game of skill, concentration, and nerve, that is enjoyed by millions of people the world over.

So if you know a keen snooker player, getting them a snooker-related gift is a really nice idea when Christmas and birthdays roll around.

And each of the gift ideas for snooker players that I've given you here are ones that they will enjoy and get plenty of use out of.