JUST three frames of snooker sit between STR Clinton and the successful retention of their Mining League crown.

A 5-0 whitewash over Redruth British Rail A means the reigning champions are within touching distance of winning the Division One title again.

Star of the show for them in their latest victory was Bobby Southworth who hit breaks of 42 and 40.

Godolphin Club have not given up hope of overhauling the points gap and secured a 4-1 win at Illogan HI B.

At the other end of the table, Breage were beaten 3-2 by Redruth British Rail B but look almost certain to avoid relegation as they sit eight frames ahead of Lanner and 16 in front of bottom placed Playing Place B.