TENNIS CALENDAR COMPLICATIONS CONTINUE: CHINA CANCELS GLOBAL EVENTS

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BEIJING (AP July 9) — China says it will not stage any international sports for the rest of the year, apart from trials for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing and the neighboring city of Zhangjiakou.

The order from the General Administration of Sports affects at least six WTA tennis events, including the WTA Finals in Shenzhen in November. China also has four ATP tournaments lined up.

Shanghai was also due to host two big golf events, the men’s HSBC Champions, a World Golf Championship event two weeks after the LPGA Shanghai.

Xiamen was to host the Asian sport climbing championships in October, and Guangzhou the badminton World Tour Finals in December.

The decision puts paid to any chance of reviving Formula One’s Shanghai Grand Prix postponed in April, and affects two cycling stage races in October, the men’s Tour of Guangxi, and the women’s Tour of Chongming Island.

China has largely contained local transmission of the coronavirus but remains on guard for imported cases.

The General Administration of Sports cited “science and order” in issuing its plan to proceed on Thursday.

MLTC News

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Tennis This Saturday

Four Courts Social on Saturday from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Courts 1and 2 at 2.45pm another Manly Derby
Manly 2 v Manly 4 in Division 4 Men’s.
Our Ladies 2 Team are striving for another victory on Courts 5 and 6 at 2.45pm

The bar is well stocked so come on down.

Court Bookings

Please be aware of Club Times for members to play. Outside of those times you need to book a court with the Manly Tennis Centre and pay at the Pro Shop prior to play. Club Times are displayed on the notice board, pro shop and on our website. 

Virginia Longfellow
MLTC Secretary

Social Distancing Reminder

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Badge Captains if you are playing at home your visitors MUST sign our visitor’s book with contact numbers this is a government requirement.

Court 1 stand : 14 people, 5 people on top row, and zero on the row below, and then 5 on the middle row, and then zero on the one below and then 3 on the last row plus 1 person on the chair. (I have placed marks on the stand where people need to be seated)

If there are two people from the same family sitting together, this is not a problem, however the person next to them needs to be at 1.5m physical distance.

With the latest restrictions follow all suggested guidelines from Tennis NSW.

We have restrictions on numbers in the Clubhouse
Table area: 18 people
Bar area: 8 people
Outdoor/BBQ area: 5 people

COVID-19 Community Tennis Guidelines for Continued Play
We all must take responsibility to minimise the effects and potential spread of COVID-19. Before you play Stay at home if you:
  Have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days 
 Have been overseas or exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days  Have flu-like symptoms 
 If you are in a high risk health category, then you should not be administering or playing tennis at any time during this period. 
 Clubhouses or adjoining facilities can be re-opened allowing for at least 4 square metres per person, to a maximum of 100 people – users should also continue to adhere to social distancing protocols 
 Social spaces including outdoor seating and shaded areas can be re-opened – users should continue to adhere to social distancing measures 

Virginia Longfellow
MLTC Secretary

MTC Term 2 Night Competitions

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Entries are now open for Term 2 Night Competitions.

Entry Link

Revised Badge Draws Posted

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The REVISED draws for all Mens and Ladies Badge competitions have been published.

Please note that the draws are still subject to change.  Team captains should check for any changes prior to ANY match.Navigating the TNSW web site is frustrating at best….definitely not user friendly….  To ease the pain, here’re the direct links for our Manly teams.  ( ) indicate TNSW division numbers.Please note you will need an TNSW account to log in.

Saturday Mens
Manly Mens 1 (1)Manly Mens 2/3/4 (4)Manly Mens 5 (7)
Manly Mens 6 (8)Manly Mens 7 (11)Manly Mens 8 (11)
Saturday Ladies
Manly Ladies 1 (1)Manly Ladies 2 (3)
Thursday Ladies
Manly Ladies 1 (2)

Good luck to all.

Updates to Tennis Community Play Guidelines

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Following on from the most recent easing of restrictions on the 15 May, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank our tennis family in acknowledging and implementing the recommended guidelines and your continued observance to the public health orders.

We’re also pleased to hear that the resources provided have been well received and that they are assisting you as you re-open or plan to re-open your venues and welcome players back to our sport.

To access the resources available to you please click here.

Ahead of the further easing of restrictions on 1 June, Tennis NSW are pleased to issue a revised set of guidelines in accordance with the planned changes. Please note that we are still awaiting the final Public Health Orders, so these published guidelines may be subject to small changes and revisions once these are released.

Significant updates to the Guidelines include:
* Lifting of restrictions on coaching ratios
* Clubhouses re-opening
Link to the updated guidelines is included below.

With the resumption of regional travel, we acknowledge that there will be questions asked in regards to the staging of tournaments. With respect to the resumption of TA sanctioned tournaments (AMT’s, JT’s and JDS), until all borders are open and the ranking system can operate freely, there is currently no date for the resumption of these level of tournaments. In the interim, Tennis NSW intends to provide alternative competitive opportunities across the State and we are working towards providing an update in the next week.

In regards to the Country Championships, the Tournament Committee are meeting this week to consider the options available to the staging of the tournament. We intend to communicate the decision week commencing 8 June.
 
The Return to Tennis Roadmap that was available on the Tennis NSW website and which was provided to you in the last email you received from us, has been removed and is no longer applicable due to the direction of the changes from the NSW Government. 

All of our collective actions in the past few weeks have led us to a point whereby we are able to resume our sport far quicker than what many of us envisaged a month or so ago.

May I thank you again for your support and assistance in helping the tennis community in NSW achieve this.

Stay safe and please continue to play by the rules.
Regards,
Lawrence		 
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Limited Doubles Play Starts Saturday 16 May

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Dear Members,

As of this Friday, 15th May, the New South Wales government have advised that a number of restrictions will be lifted in regards to social gathering and outdoor recreation. Core to this is the allowing of outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people. Please note that we are still awaiting the final Public Health Orders, so these published guidelines may be subject to small changes and revisions once these are released.

The Club has received the advice from Tennis NSW which is summarised below. You can access the updated Community Play guidelines here. 

1. Stay at home if you:

  • Have been in contact with someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days
  • Have been overseas or exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days
  • Have flu-like symptoms

If you are in a high risk health category, then you should not be administering or playing tennis at any time during this period. The Federal Government have listed the following as high-risk categories:

  • Persons with weakened immune systems
  • Any person aged over 70 (over 60 for people with pre-existing medical conditions, or over 50 for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people with pre-existing medical conditions)
  •  Persons with diagnosed chronic medical conditions (such as lung conditions and kidney failure)
  •  People with diabetes
  •  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
  • Very young children (Under 5) and babies

 2. Social distancing
The rule of keeping 1.5 metres away from other people is still in place
 
3. Play

  • The number of players per court is now a maximum of 4 people. Therefore Doubles play can now recommence.
  • No off court social gatherings before or after play. Get in – Play – Get out is still the rule.
  • Court side seating will be reopened – – users should continue to adhere to social distancing measures
  • No shared equipment such as racket, balls and drink fountains.

 4. The Clubhouse will remain closed
Showers and change rooms to be closed. Toilets are for emergencies only

New Arrangements at MLTC

THIS IS NOT A RESUMPTION OF NORMAL PLAYING ARRANGEMENTS

The following rules and guidelines will apply. 
 
Any breaches by Members or court hirers will be severely dealt with, as the Club is open to serious fines if Government guidelines are not adhered to.

1. Members must book courts for Members’ play times (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) through the Manly Tennis Centre (MTC) – Play will be singles and Doubles  (4 persons per court max.).
 
As a reminder, here are Member Court times. These may vary somewhat under the current arrangements but provide a reminder to members of roughly when they can book.
 
2. The Clubhouse will remain closed.
  
3. Court time is limited. One hour per booking.
 
4. Players must bring their own balls.
 
5. Players must leave the club surrounds as soon as they have completed their match. Entry will be via the front gate on Raglan St and exit via the gate on Court 4.
 
6. Players cannot come down the court in hope of finding a hitting partner. All matches must be organised beforehand. Any infractions by members in this regard will be severely dealt with as the Club is open to serious fines if Government guidelines are not adhered to.
 
7. Players must bring their own water bottle.
 
8. Players are responsible for their own hygiene etiquette, and must comply with ALL COVID 19 rules and regulations.
 
9. Court opening times are determined by the MTC and may be shorter than usual.
 
10. Members play must be booked.

  • Bookings for Saturday are available from 12pm to 5pm. Bookings can be made via the website (click here) or by calling MTC up until 11am on member playing days
  • Bookings for week days need to be booked by 11am on the day of play, otherwise the court may be booked out to non members.

11. No visitors are allowed during Members’ playing time.
 
12. Players can play outside of Members’ time but the normal rules of the Club will apply (click here for court policy). If Members want to book a court outside of club hours so they can guarantee a time of play, they will need to hire the court. If you are playing with a non-Club member you will also need to hire the court.
 
13. You must always check with Scott (MTC) before playing at any time.

Craig Withell
President
Manly Lawn Tennis Club
mob. 0409-116-220
[email protected]

Tennis NSW Updated Guidelines May 13

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Firstly, we would like to thank you all for your commitment to ensuring our tennis community has remained safe and healthy during this challenging period. Our commitment to our guidelines and the Public Health Orders has allowed tennis to continue, albeit in a limited form, and this has been recognised by our Government partners.

As of this Friday, the New South Wales government have advised that a number of restrictions will be lifted in regards to social gathering and outdoor recreation. Core to this is the allowing of outdoor gatherings of up to 10 people. Please note that we are still awaiting the final Public Health Orders, so these published guidelines may be subject to small changes and revisions once these are released.

Ahead of the new legislation being released, Tennis NSW are pleased to issue an updated set of guidelines for tennis clubs and venues that will be effective from 11.59pm on Thursday 14 May. You can access the updated Community Play guidelines here. 

You will note that we are recommending a resumption of doubles play but also allowing group coaching in small numbers and the resumption of intra & inter-club competition all assuming that the Public Health Orders can continue to be observed.

In regards to coaching, our recommendation is for a maximum of 4 students to each coach per court (or half court in the case of red ball coaching). This has been set deliberately below the 10 persons per court position to ensure venues can still comfortably adhere to social distancing protocols when we factor in the attendance of parents and guardians. We ask that you give this strong consideration when considering the resumption of your group coaching activities.

As we start on the road back, the team here at Tennis NSW have compiled a wide range of resources and tools to assist you and your club to plan for your re-opening or expansion of activities across social play, competition and coaching. These resources include the following and can all be found on our website:

Our ongoing commitment to these guidelines and to operating our clubs and venues in a safe and considered manner will be critical as we make our way back from this situation. Your support will be key to ensure tennis can return stronger than before.

If you have any questions regarding the changes we are making, the updated guidelines or just need help in getting your club or venue open again, then please don’t hesitate to contact your Tennis NSW Club Development Officer or contact us directly at [email protected]. 

Thank you again for all you have done so far, we are truly appreciative.

Regards,
Lawrence   

Limited Play Starts Wednesday 15 April

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MLTC Committee has agreed to reopen the MLTC courts for use from Wednesday 15th April. This decision has been made in light of advice from the NSW Department of Sport and the NSW Dept. of Health.

THIS WILL NOT BE A RESUMPTION OF NORMAL PLAYING ARRANGEMENTS

The following rules and guidelines will apply. 
 
Any infractions by Members or court hirers will be severely dealt with, as the Club is open to serious fines if Government guidelines are not adhered to.
  
1. Members must book courts for Members’ play times (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) through the Manly Tennis Centre (MTC) – play will be singles only (2 persons per court).
 
2. The Clubhouse will be closed completely.
 
3. Play is limited to singles only – two people – no spectators.
 
4. Court time is limited to one hour per booking.
 
5. Players must bring their own balls.
 
6. Players must leave the club surrounds as soon as they have completed their match. Entry will be via the front gate on Raglan St and exit via the gate on Court 4.
 
7. Players cannot come down the court in hope of finding a singles opponent. All matches must be organised beforehand. Any infractions by members in this regard will be severely dealt with as the Club is open to serious fines if Government guidelines are not adhered to.
 
8. Players must bring their own water bottle.
 
9. Players are responsible for their own hygiene etiquette, and must comply with ALL COVID 19 rules and regulations.
 
10. Court opening times are determined by the MTC and may be shorter than usual.
 
11. Members’ Saturday play is singles only, and must be booked.
 
Bookings are available from 12pm to 5pm. Bookings can be made via the website (click here) or by calling MTC up until 11am on Saturday morning.
 
12. No visitors are allowed during Members’ playing time.
 
13. Players can play outside of Members’ time but the normal rules of the Club will apply (click here for court policy). If Members want to book a court outside of club hours so they can guarantee a time of play, they will need to hire the court. If you are playing with a non-Club member you will also need to hire the court.
 
14. You must always check with Scott (MTC) before playing at any time.
 
15. As a reminder, here are Member Court times. These may vary somewhat under the current arrangements but provide a reminder to members of roughly when they can book.
 
Craig Withell
President
Manly Lawn Tennis Club
mob. 0409-116-220
[email protected]

Current Public Health Orders

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The NSW Government has enacted several Public Health Orders which directly impact on the Sport and Active Recreation Sector.

Monday 23 March: Public Health (COVID-19 Places of Social Gathering) Order 2020

Friday 20 March: Public Health (COVID-19 Gatherings) Order 2020

Thursday 26 March: Public Health (COVID-19 Self-Isolation) Order 2020

Monday 30 March: Public Health (COVID-19 Restrictions on Gathering and Movement) Order 2020

See all Public Health Orders

Courts Reopen 15 April

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Manly Lawn Tennis Club will  reopen for limited court bookings from 15th April 2010– singles only and only two people per court.

Court hire will be for one hour. Bookings are via the Manly Tennis Centre. Payment is to be made at the courts prior to play.

Players will need to bring their own balls and rackets or purchase them at the Centre, and take them with them when they go.

Players will need to leave the club surrounds as soon as they have completed their match. Entry will be via the front gate on Raglan st and exit will be via the gate on Court 4.

Players will be responsible for their own hygiene etiquette, and will be required to comply with current COVID 19 rules and regulations.

Any player that does not cooperate in maintaining a risk-free environment at the Manly Lawn Tennis Club will be asked to leave the premises.

Craig Withell
President
Manly Lawn Tennis Club
mob 0409-116-220
[email protected]

Easter Weekend in Manly

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1.  Manly Beach is now closed to all usual beachside activities but can still be used for exercise within the COV-19 rules. That is one hour of exercise including walking, running, swimming or surfing. Social distancing must be observed, groups are limited to 2 persons (unless from the one family) and sunbathing, sitting or socialising are not allowed.

2.  Parking will be limited to 1 hour.

3. Police and Rangers will continue to patrol the area.

TransportNSW will have signs at Circular Quay notifying people that our beaches are closed.  We also expect that police will be monitoring the situation at the Quay.

Manly and Dee Why have now been identified by the Government as ‘hot spots’.  This sends a clear message to the rest of Sydney to stay away.  Testing clinics will be set up shortly, probably at the oceanfront, similar to Bondi.

The Council is working very hard to keep our area safe.  As per the government rules, please stay home except for essential trips, and do your exercise around your local streets where possible.

You can find regular updates on the council’s website.