Hanney Tennis Dates 2018/2019

Hanney Tennis Club Finals Day 2017

The Club finals day tournament was held on Sunday 9th July. As in previous years it was a hot day with plenty of sunscreen liberally applied.

The men’s singles was won by Darren who beat John. John didn’t get going in the first set but rallied back in the second but too late. The ladies singles was won by Jackie who beat Jenny. The match was closer than the score would suggest – most of the games were 40-30. The mixed doubles saw myself and Gill Thompson beat Jan Lewtas and John Culley. This was a tight and very enjoyable match with some great rallies. The men’s plate was an epic three set thriller between Steven and David. Steven took the first with David showing that age and low cunning will beat youth…Long baseline rallies and many deuces were the order of the day. Alex, the umpire had to be given glasses of water and plates of food to keep him going. Needless to say, this set the schedule back somewhat. The Ladies doubles between Jan & Bridget v Gill and Jenny was another three setter with both pairs not giving ground. This was played in good spirit – and was well contested. The umpire had to be supplied with a cushion part way through. The last match of the day – the mens doubles - was played in the gathering gloom and was between myself & son Steven v Trevor and Jim. We managed to prevail, aided by a father/son understanding. The tournament finished at 7pm so it was a long day.

Many thanks to those who helped set up and put away, to those who provided the excellent food, the umpires and line judges. Also, thanks to the girl and boy boys.

For pictures of the day see link on the left bar.

Membership 2018

We are into the new season now but it is still possible to join.

Membership forms are available from the side bar on the left. Pay by cheque or cash or by bank transfer before registration (details on the membership forms)

Send an email to bradshaws46**nospam**@btinternet.com - (please remove **nospam** from the e-mail address) or phone 868348 if you require any further details.

Regular Club Events:-

Club Sessions: Sundays 10.00 to 13.00. Tuesdays 19.00 to 22.00

Adult Coaching:- Wednesday Evenings 20.30 – 21.30.Term-time

Junior Coaching:-Wednesday Afternoons 15.30-19.00 Term time.

Committee

• Chairman David Gahan
Contact any member for details on how you can help with the club.

Cardio Tennis!

Recent Vandalism

As you are probably aware we have had a spate of vandalism at the club.

Make sure that the gate is locked and if you see anything suspicious then report it immediately to the police.

Join British Tennis

- please register as this entitles you to enter the draw for Wimbledon tickets. The link is at http://www.lta.org.uk/BritishTennisMembership

The Hanney tennis club page on the Oxfordshire Lawn Tennis Association web page is at http://www.lta.org.uk/Places-To-Play/Details/Overview/?clubid=1-14H-1307

Introducing new members

If you know of someone who would like to play we have introduced a "try before you buy" offer. Prospective players are welcome to come along to the club sessions on a Tuesday evening or Sunday morning for a month to see if you like the club and what is on offer. After that period if they still want to play they will have to join the club - there is no obligation.

• Hanney Tennis Club was founded in 1988 to provide a friendly and vibrant village club and a delightful place to play tennis
• Activities include weekly Club Sessions (just turn up!) on Tuesday evenings from 7.00pm and Sunday mornings from 10.00am to around midday - all year-round. Players of all abilities are encouraged to attend Club sessions (juniors by invitation) for social tennis with everyone mixing in together, and also to join the annual summer tournament. Daytime groups include a Ladies session on Wednesday afternoons at 2.00 pm and an early 9-10am 'Cardio Tennis' session on Wednesday mornings in term-time
• A variety of teams currently compete in winter and summer leagues and friendly matches are arranged against clubs in the surrounding area
• Individual and group coaching is available via our club coach
• Younger members can benefit from coaching appropriate to age including short tennis for the very young. Please see the coaching section on the left. Also special summer programmes, 'Road to Wimbledon' challenge and a family oriented 'Adult/Junior' competition/barbecue - contact us for details
• Our effective floodlights enable members to play all the year round. Tokens at £1 each can be purchased from committee members. Each token gives twenty minutes of lighting. We have an excellent clubhouse facility with mains water and a toilet
• We have a ball machine which may be used by adults for short periods of private use
• Affiliation to the LTA ensures the club receives a small allocation of Wimbledon Tickets. Members may enter their names into a draw if they would like the chance to purchase some of these tickets
• Membership to the club is through annual subscription. For general information Ring 01235 868348.

Send an email to bradshaws46**nospam**@btinternet.com - (please remove **nospam** from the e-mail address) or phone 868348