by Gillian Sanderson | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Our next project – new LED floodlights on courts 4, 5 and 6 – gets a mention in the Echo. After damage occurred recently to the existing lights between courts 4 and 5, those lights have been removed so courts 4 and 5 are safe to play on though with...
by Gillian Sanderson | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Southend & District Winter Tournament successes on finals day for Tim Willcock and Gill Sanderson in the Mixed Senior Doubles, plus Jason Watkins with partner Richard (Westcliff Hard) in the Mens Senior Doubles. Commiserations to Dan Thrale who was defending his...
by Gillian Sanderson | Jan 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
December’s social events were very well attended. The Tuesday social tennis evening and chilli supper saw all the floodlit courts in action and nothing left in the big pots of chilli by the end of supper! The weather was so mild that eating outside was even...
by Gillian Sanderson | Dec 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Excellent morning at the club making Scandi Christmas gnomes and Christmas tree hanging decorations. Thanks to Sheila and Tash for organising the event and to all those who came along and joined in the fun.
by Gillian Sanderson | Nov 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
This year, trophies were presented to winners following the American Tournament by club president, Bob Guthrie. Anthony Weingarten received the Mens Singles cup for the second year running. Full list of winners can be seen on the Club Tournaments page and all the...
by Gillian Sanderson | Nov 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Following the presentation of this year’s club championship trophies, chairman Bez surprised Steve with a birthday present from club members. Generous contributions resulted in a substantial sum of vouchers for Steve which he intends to spend on a new set...
by Gillian Sanderson | Nov 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
Twenty eight members competed in end of season American Tournament over seven rounds. Congratulations to eventual winners Nicola Hopkins and Gary Reynolds. Nicola received the Deb Saund Memorial Trophy whilst Gary received the Beresford Marshall Memorial Trophy....
by Gillian Sanderson | Sep 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
Many thanks to Martin for hosting a very successful games night as an addition to the usual Tuesday social tennis evening. The event was enjoyed by over 30 members including some newcomers to the club. Various on court games played with mini tennis rackets and...
by Gillian Sanderson | Sep 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
From 20th September, there will be a new weekday social tennis session at the club on Mondays from 10.00am till 12 noon. All members welcome for a set or two of social tennis and/or tea or coffee and biscuits. A good way to start of the week! Even if the weather...
by Gillian Sanderson | Sep 27, 2021 | Uncategorized
Congratulations to our Mens Leigh & Westcliff team who won the final of the Mens Jubilee Cup competition against Rayleigh. Our first pair, Alex Goldhawk and Tim Willcock, won their rubber in straight sets, whilst second pair, Neil Attwood and Will Bailes, took the...