Singapore Stingers

Singapore Singers 2025

SINGAPORE STINGERS – CHAMPIONS OF APC 2024!

The Singapore Stingers have etched their name in APC history! In 2024, after years of battling the best, they claimed their first-ever championship title in Da Nang—breaking the long-standing dominance of Jakarta and Bangkok. From near misses to ultimate victory, this win is a testament to their resilience, teamwork, and unyielding determination.

The 2025 season marks a new chapter as Stuart Lee (UK) takes over as captain, following the leadership of John Dangerfield (2017-2024), the captain who guided them to their long-awaited triumph. John’s tenure saw the team grow stronger, culminating in our historic win.

Logo Refresh:

As part of their evolution and renewed commitment to excellence, the Stingers have a bold new logo in 2025. The striking new design reflects the Stingers’ relentless pursuit of victory and embodies the strength of their championship-winning team.

Our APC Journey

Since their debut in 2013, the Stingers have been a force to reckon with. They have secured multiple podium finishes, proving time and again that the Singapore Stingers are a contender at the highest level. Some of their proudest milestones include:

2014 (Manila) – First podium finish (3rd place, Bronze)
2018 & 2019 (Manila & Jakarta) – Back-to-back 2nd place (Silver) finishes, narrowly missing the title
2024 (Da Nang) – CHAMPIONS! A historic moment for the Singapore Stingers

Super Singles Legacy

Over the years, the Stingers have made their mark in the Super Singles category, with standout performances from:

Captain John Dangerfield – First Stinger to reach the semi-finals, won 3rd place (2019), and four-time Super Singles competitor (2017-2019, 2024)
Anran Yu (2023) – Reached the quarter-finals
Mark Embleton (2022) – Reached the quarter-finals
Benny Gustafsson (2019) – Semi-finalist (4th place)

For 2025, the Super Singles representatives are: Aquilino Jorizal Dy (returning for his 2nd appearance). Second player is to be confirmed in June after their qualifying event.

Super Singles Hall of Fame

The Super Singles title is awarded to the top two players from each year’s APC. Here’s a look at the Stingers who have earned this honour:

2015 – Lee Cook & Vladimir De Garcia
2016 – Amit Kumar & Pete Carpenter
2017 – Ferdinand Sy & John Dangerfield
2018 – Ferdinand Sy & John Dangerfield
2019 – Benny Gustafsson & John Dangerfield
2022 – Colin Connor & Mark Embleton
2023 – Anran Yu & Elbachir Belbachir
2024 – Aquilino Jorizal Dy & John Dangerfield
2025 – Aquilino Jorizal Dy & TBC (to be decided in June)

Selection & Sponsorship

Every year, the Stingers hold qualifying tournaments to select the top 12 players for APC, ensuring a competitive and committed team. The Stingers have been fortunate to receive sponsorship from esteemed partners like AUDI, Ronnie O’Sullivan Snooker Academy (R°SSA), and On1 Pool & Bistro, supporting their journey to success.

Stingers at a Glance – APC Timeline

2012 – Founded as Singapore Expat Qs (SEQS) by David Gardner (first captain)
2013 – APC debut (6th place) in Jakarta
2014 – Rebranded as Singapore Stingers | 3rd place (Bronze)
2015-2016 – Back-to-back Bronze finishes
2017 – New captain: John Dangerfield | 4th place
2018-2019 – 2nd place (Silver) in Manila & Jakarta
2020-2021 – COVID-19 years
2022 – 3rd place (Bronze) in Bangkok 2023 – 4th place in Phnom Penh
2024 – CHAMPIONS of APC in Da Nang!