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MLTC 2011 Championships FINALS DAY

November 20 2011

Click here for Finals Results

Owen’s Captain’s Comments.

 

What a great tournament we have had in 2011 with the greatest number of entrants and events ever, in the long history of our club. When the Special Mixed Doubles was scheduled for Dean Edwards/Narelle Kinsey to play Meridith Roberts and Stu Charlton, last Sunday, all players showed up except Dean. Where was he? Unfortunately Dean was in Royal North Shore hospital undergoing a procedure to drain fluid from his brain. His condition was critical, but he came through with flying colours and was there today to watch all the events on final’s day. Dean on behalf of all the members, we wish you well and hope you will be back on the courts soon. Please take it easy and look after yourself. 

 

Today we witnessed some great finals with the Open Ladies Doubles going to Julia and Jane against Katie and Nicola. Well done Julia and Jane. Katie played the “volley of the match” with the ball turning a 90 degree angle and landing on the outside edge of the doubles sideline.

 

After a short delay, the Men showed up a little late ready to play in the Open Mixed Doubles due to a change with the scheduling. Ryan and Jane were triumphant over Tom and Nicola. It was a fun match to watch with some brilliant exchanges of ground strokes and volleys. On court one we witnessed a great 3 set match in the Men’s 45+ singles between new Member Arthur Siannos and president Nick Debenham.( now our marathon man ) .Nick was recovering from a 3 set Marathon in the Men’s Special Singles where he lost to Paul Davies in three sets. (Paul was by the way, was the winner of our best racket abuse competition) 

 

In the Ladies singles we witnessed a great final between Jane and Nicola. Both of these players had previously played in the Ladies Doubles and Mixed Doubles and were obviously very tired when they played their third event in a row. Nicola with youth on her side came through with a 2 set straight victory and became our 2011 Ladies Club Champion. Congratulations Nicola.

 

“The man of the tournament” or should I say “the young boy of the tournament” must go to Boyd Blackburn. “Boydy” as we call him had the tournament of his life playing a total of 12 matches and reaching the finals in two events. He and Scott were unlucky to loose the Open Men’s Doubles going down to Ryan and James in three. He lost in the Open Men’s Singles to Mark Upton, but came back to defeat him in the Special Singles semi-finals. He lost his final to Dave Sullivan and Milton Darocha. As the terminator would say “I’ll be back” Watch out next year, Milton and Dave, if you are drawn against ‘Boydy”. Boyd’s success must be at least partly attributed to his two grandmothers, Margaret and Margaret who attended every one of his matches and encouraged him to do his very best. This he did, and of course his Mum and Dad helped a lot. All the members wish you good luck Boyd and we hope in the future you will be playing in the Men’s Open Singles Final. That will make the Margarets really smile.

 

The “Match of the Day” was the Men’s Singles Final, where we witnessed a display of tennis at a very high level. Defending Champion Ryan Mitchell hit some great serves, backhands and volleys, but unfortunately his forehand was not up to par as it was last year when he won the Club Singles Championship. We will excuse  Ryan as we know he have just returned from his honeymoon. On behalf of all the members, we say congratulations to you and your lovely bride. We hope you will be able to regain your title in 2012 and play 1/1 Badge for MLTC.  Full credit however, must go to young Dimitri, who served well, attacked the ball on every occasion and played superb tennis in the third set. Dimitri, you made your parents very proud today when you became the MLTC Club Champion 2011. You are so lucky to have such supportive parents.

 

In the Mixed Special Doubles we congratulate Robin and Tricia Koh with a straight set victory over Meredith Roberts and Stu Charlton.  Tricia and Robin were the defending champions and have now claimed the title two years in a row. Congratulations Trish and Robin. You are two great additions to MLTC and good luck to you both. Robin, enjoy your Christmas with your parents and tell them they are very welcome to come and play at MLTC any time they are in Sydney.


Other events;

The Men’s Open Doubles was a great match to watch with both teams executing great volleys and overheads. The first set went to Dimitri and Simon 6/3, but Veterans Geoff and Richard won the second set 6/3. The final set went to Simon and Dimitri 6/3. So intense was their concentration, they played non stop through quite a heavy shower. All other results are up on the Club Noticeboard, with accompanying photographs, courtesy of Harvey. Also check our website.

 

Thank you:

George Paul, for organising a great luncheon.

 

Thank you:

Harvey, for being on the tournament committee and preparing the typed draws and information for the Club Tournament website. Every Monday for the past five weeks Harvey and I have spent many hours recording scores, entering results and scheduling players etc: for our website. The great success of our club tournament was, in part, helped by Harvey’s input, in preparing all the results and schedules. The programs he has put in place will make our 2012 so much easier to organise.

 

Thank you:

Tony Hardacre, our Club Treasurer for your efficient collection of entry fees and ensuring that all competitors were paid up Club Members.

 

Thank You Scott and Camilla:

Your cooperation and help with the tournament was enormous and all our members appreciate your help in making our 2011 Club Tournament so successful.

We hope ‘the rain will stop” for you soon.

 

Who else do I have to thank?

Ray Dummett for engraving the trophies.

Rob & Pam Muir for keeping our website up to date.

Stu Charlton for miscellaneous help.

Kevin our bartender,who always does a great job.

Hylton Mace for presenting the trophies.

Harvey our photographer.

(Check our website about midweek).

 

All the spectators who came to support their favourite player. Eg. Simon Haes’ Mum and Dad. Simon!! It is so great that your Mum and Dad still check up on you.

I guess that is why you did not abuse your racket today.

 

Events to be finalised:Men’s 45+ Singles Richard Steeds v Geoff Dunstan. This match is scheduled for Saturday 26th November at 3pm.

The final set of the Men’s Special Doubles Coleman/Upton versus Langby/Charlton will precede this event at 2pm. Social players. These matches will be well worth watching.

 

Badge Entry Forms;

Please complete as soon as possible, so we can make preliminary selection. Forms are at the club bar.

 

Thanks again to all our members who played in the Club Championships.

DON’T YOU JUST LOVE THIS GAME?

Cheers, beers and wines

Owen ,

(Club Captain)

 

 

 

 

 

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