24-06-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Hundreds attend purple plaque unveiling of Agnes Davies
On Friday, June 20, residents attended Sarons Hall where a presentation was held in memory of Agnes Davies.
Agnes was born in Saron in 1920 before experiencing a hugely successful snooker and billiards career that spanned across 64 years, winning the Women's Professional Snooker Championship in 1949.
A purple plaque was unveiled for Agnes Davies at Sarons Hall. (Image: Newsquest)Agnes' son Eiddon Davies revealed how competitive his mother was in snooker. (Image: Newsquest) The purple plaque dedicated to Agnes. (Image: Newsquest) Agnes' son Eiddon Davies said: 'I am very proud for the family. She was very competitive and full of energy. She would never let us beat her in snooker.
'My father would deliberately miss shots so we could pot the pink or the black. But against my mother we would have to win through merit.'
Agnes' career spanned over 64 years. (Image: Newsquest) Attendees were given refreshments. (Image: Newsquest) Agnes' Nephew, Donald Treharne added: 'There are very few people who were in her position. Now billiards is more available but it used to be more of an upper-class sport and yet she was able to have so much success. We are all very proud of her.'
Lawrence Raison said: 'It means a lot to me and everyone here. She was a snooker player here in Saron and she taught us a lot. But at the same time, she was a very humble woman. This recognition is well overdue. She was an amazing person.'
Llandybie Community Councillors left to right: Cllr Craig Davies, Chairman Julian Tandy and Cllr Anita Evans. (Image: Newsquest) Apart from friends and family, the unveiling was attended by Llandybie councillors who emphasised what a positive impact Agnes had on the community.
Cllr Craig Davies said: 'It's a purple plaque for a recognisable woman with exceptional achievements. Agnes was known in the highest circles of the snooker world.'
Chair of Llandybie Community Council, Cllr Julian Tandy agreed: 'It's lovely to see. This is someone who has long deserved such recognition. Imagine coming back to the game at 60 years old and winning a world championship."
Llandybie Community Councillor, Cllr Anita Evans also said: 'It's amazing to see this for women in sport. She competed against the best in the world and had so many achievements.
'I remember when she played at the Butlins Billiard Championships when she was playing with a broken arm and still managed to beat a man at that competition.'
The event was hosted by Purple Plaques, an organisation dedicated to shining a light on the achievements of remarkable women.
Rhian believes Agnes broke down barriers for women. (Image: Newsquest) Secretary of Purple Plaques, Rhian Connick said: 'It's one of the nicest things I have had to do. It's so important to recognise women for their achievements as its always men who get the accolades.
Both friends and family attended the unveiling. (Image: Newsquest) 'This is one of the most well-attended unveilings we have had. It's to great to see the community come together and celebrate the remarkable achievements. She broke down a lot of barriers for women.'
