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Tuesday 17 June 2014
Wednesday 4 June 2014
Hats off to Pat
Clifton Tennis Club wished Pat a special "Happy Birthday"
on June 3rd.
For he's a jolly good fellow.............
Sunday 1 June 2014
Mixed Doubles Finals
Dear Members
The Mixed Doubles was played today between Glynis Shiraz, Gus and Marianne after the courts were finally dry at 11 am.
Glynis and Shiraz took the first set after interruption from a short rain storm.
The second set continued after a wait of an hour and a half with several members helping to squeegee the courts.
Shiraz and Glynis took the match in 2 sets.
The matches still outstanding are the Ladies Doubles and the Mens Open singles.
CliftonTennis Competition Committee
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Monday 12 May 2014
Championship Finals
A number of us were privileged to watch 3 fine finals at the Club on Wednesday the 7th Saturday the 10th and Sunday the 11th.
The Senior Doubles. The Senior Singles and the Open Doubles
I have already reported on Wednesday's match but about 10 members came down to watch Fred and Mike sling it out on Saturday.
Sling it out was right, it was like high noon at the old Saloon.
"Fearless Fred' stood his ground as " The Wily Wolffe" played his measured game. First round went to a tie break and a victory for Mike at 7-4 but it was a tight first set. Fred put up a great fight in the second set but let himself down with several double faults, and Mike was able to command the set to a 6-1 victory and take the final.
This morning at 10 o'clock Gus and Geoff took on Mike and Shiraz in a fine Open Doubles final. The final score 6-2 6-2 to Mike and Shiraz.
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| Seniors Singles Winner Mike Wolffe and Runner Up Fred Strebel |
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| Open Doubles winners Mike and Shiraz |
Saturday 8 March 2014
Clifton Tennis Club Golf Day
The Clifton Golf Day at The Metropolitan Club was a great success.
16 players in 4 teams had a very enjoyable morning. Wendy Fredman, Nick Fredman Mike Wolffe and Guilio Marabini were the winners with 87 points just pipping Claire Van Tourenhout , Peter, Richard Goodman and Roger Trythall who had 86 points. Roger Perry was the count out winner with the highest individual Stableford points at 39. Roger Trythall had two 'two clubs'.
The tournament was followed by a simple lunch and all players said they were keen to do it again next year.
16 players in 4 teams had a very enjoyable morning. Wendy Fredman, Nick Fredman Mike Wolffe and Guilio Marabini were the winners with 87 points just pipping Claire Van Tourenhout , Peter, Richard Goodman and Roger Trythall who had 86 points. Roger Perry was the count out winner with the highest individual Stableford points at 39. Roger Trythall had two 'two clubs'.
The tournament was followed by a simple lunch and all players said they were keen to do it again next year.
Wednesday 19 February 2014
Jean Claude Buisson
Clifton Tennis Club is saddened to hear about the passing of Jean Claude Buisson.
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Jean Claude will be remembered fondly by all members.
I will always have a picture of a gallant gentleman, usually in red, and always charming.
Jean Claude was a great member, he had great passion and wonderful stories about France, Life and Aeronautics.
The Club and members extend condolences to the Buisson Family.
Tuesday 4 February 2014
The La Perla Cup
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| Courts in action |
of February to enter the Annual La Perla Cup competition.
Despite the wind having an upper hand at times, keen tennis was played by each of the Three Teams:
Verde, Blanco and Rosso. The 12 pairs played 3 times and the final individual scores showed who would play in the final.
Before the final Carol was the leader with 20 points, Russel the Runner up with 18 points and Guillermo, Vanessa, Shiraz and Tobie all tied on 16 points. Tobie had to retire due to a muscle strain, which led to a tossup between the two Swappers, Vanessa and Gullermo. Unfortunately Vanessa lost the draw and Guillermo joined the final four.
This was an opportunity for the Runner up and outsiders to gain points to win the coveted," La Perla Grande Voucher." However after 8 games the players were all square and the original winners kept their places. Luigi kindly donated the prizes care of La Perla Restaurant.
Shiraz and Guillermo in action
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| El Maestro1 |
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| El Maistro 2 |
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| Members enjoying the shade |
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| The 4 winners |
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| Members enjoy the Games |
Thursday 2 January 2014
The Xmas Round Robin
The Xmas Round Robin was held on Sunday the 22nd of Dec.
12 players were divided into Mistletoes and Happy Elves with the usual format
of playing 4 games and changing a partner.
12 players were divided into Mistletoes and Happy Elves with the usual format
of playing 4 games and changing a partner.
After 5 sets, Ted Weber emerged as the clear winner
while 4 players tied in 2nd place and shared the prize, a box of chocolates.
After gifts were exchanged a pleasant afternoon followed with a leisurely braai.
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