MLTC Newsletter – 25 Nov 22

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MLTC Newsletter

The Men’s A Grade Doubles final was completed in very windy conditions last Sunday. Tom Donald and Gavin McVean were successful 7-5 7-6  v Shishir Das and Stefan Fontes. A very close match so congrats to both pairs.

Eight pairs competed on Thursday for The Owen Kennedy Trophy. Owen was on hand himself to organise the tournament and present the trophy. Bill and Bruce won their pool easily as did Sally and Suellen in their pool. The younger and more glamorous pairing in Sally and Suellen won the final playoff 5-0 when time was called. Thanks to everyone who competed and enjoyed a few drinks afterwards. This is an annual event for midweek players and Owen assures us he will be around for many more years to organise his tournament.

Please see photos of the finalists from Sunday and Thursday below.

 

Christmas Party

We are looking forward to a fun night with 60 members and guests joining us for the Christmas Party next weekend – Sat 3rd Dec. Starts 6.30pm – one free drink on arrival for everyone who has bought a ticket. See you there!

Best wishes,
Denis Crowley
MLTC Club Captain

www.manlylawn.com.au

 

Netflix is About to Transform The Tennis World

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Tennis is coming to Netflix. An unnamed, yet much-anticipated documentary will provide an all-access look into the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) and Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) tours and is certain to expand tennis viewership.
By following certain big-name players throughout the 2022 ATP season and providing an unfiltered behind-the-scenes look into their livelihoods, training, struggles, successes and travel, the documentary, rumored to start airing episodes before the 2023 Australian Open, is likely to influence fans to want to become personally invested in their favorite stars, which would draw year-long interest in the sport. From people looking to binge-watch a new show to those wanting to dive into a new sport, the documentary will captivate a diverse new audience of tennis fans.
The four Grand Slam tournaments are the mecca of tennis, and fan viewership in recent years has been steadily growing, largely because of increased coverage from major sports channels like ESPN. However, smaller ATP and WTA events throughout the year, which have been covered by local stations and the Tennis Channel, fail to garner much public interest, and tennis viewership as a whole pales in comparison to viewership of other major sports in the U.S., like football or basketball.
Netflix plans on featuring former world No. 1 champions Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal; Nick Kyrgios, a finalist at the 2022 Wimbledon tournament; and newly crowned U.S. Open champion Carlos Alcaraz.
On the WTA tour, current world No. 1 Iga Swiatek, as well as reigning Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, will showcase their lives on tour. In a statement about the series, Netflix promises to broadcast equal coverage to ATP and WTA players, differentiating itself from other sports documentaries and providing greater appeal for fans of all genders.
“The series will also be the first sports program of its kind to provide an equal platform to the men’s and women’s competitors of the sport, in keeping with the equal stage they share throughout the year,” the statement reads.
Having insight into the life of tennis players on tour may help audiences, and younger kids, develop an appreciation for the sport. Tennis has lacked an American icon since the age of Andre Agassi and John McEnroe and struggles to make a mark in American popular culture. Netflix might be the driving force of change.

Technique Is NOT The Answer | AskThePro

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Technique improvements are great, but if you’re in a pattern of losing to lower level players it’s NOT the answer.
A quick story from Olivier in France illustrates that perfectly.
He was able to play at a “9 out of 10” during practice but only a “2 out of 10” during matches, especially against players who were weaker than him.
During one particular match he actually completely lost confidence and feel for his backhand while his opponent floated him weak shot after weak shot.
Here’s how he tried to solve the problem at first:
  • “I had mostly looked at the technical aspects. I had looked at the internet already because I remember doing some drills and stuff like that because I was really thinking that I needed to find the technical stuff that makes me be more consistent in my tennis. But then I realized, no, what is happening that I lose all this confidence in just a moment, in just a second? So either I fix that and I progress so that I can see that it’s no longer a disaster or I quit and do something else.”

Olivier eventually came to understand a vital truth: if technique execution is good during practice but significantly worse during matches you do NOT have a technique problem.
You have a mental demon problem.
Mental demons cause a wide range of problems for players. Low performance during matches is just one of them but it’s definitely one of the most common.
Here’s how another one of our students describes it:
  • “I have a regular weekly match with someone I have been playing for many years. Our matches were always competitive but then I started overthinking my shots and forcing changes and he started beating me (badly).

Technique is a fundamental element to tennis success, but becoming fixated on it can cause big drops in match performance!

Source: Jorge Capestany, USPTA

MLTC Newsletter 14 Nov 22 – Club Champs Results

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 MLTC Newsletter – Club Champs Results

Ruby Quigley became our latest Open Ladies Singles Champion when she defeated Maria Nicol 6-4 6-4 before a big crowd last Saturday. They both received prize money for their efforts which could be the first of many paydays for these promising juniors. Both girls are a credit to their parents and coaches as they are both great sports and very humble. Well done and good luck for your futures in this great sport.

Next match was the Open Ladies Doubles Final which had a wealth of Wimbledon experience amongst our four ladies. Bryanne Crabb (nee Stewart) was a doubles semi finalist at Wimbledon with Sam Stosur. Lisa Green made the 2nd round in Ladies Doubles. Caroline Bhaguandas played qualifying rounds for Wimbledon and was no 1 British Junior for 5 years. Nicola Bray has been a spectator at Wimbledon several times and she did not need any additional Wimbledon experience as she used her Manly knowledge to combine well with Bryanne to win the final 6-2 6-1.

Julia Gunn was on hand to present the Ladies Singles Trophy as Julia is a 4-time Ladies Singles and 7-time Doubles Champion at Manly as well as winning umpteen Mixed Titles.

The Open Mixed Doubles was the last match to be played and Maria combined with her coach Andrew Riminton to defeat Ruby and Bede 6-1 6-2.

Earlier in the day Bede Kirwan defeated James Graham 6-2 6-1 in an entertaining A Grade Mens Singles Final. Bede picked up prize money for his efforts in winning the A Grade Singles and being runner up in the Open Mixed Final. This could be the first of many paydays for Bede also.

On Sunday Catherine Williams won her second title of 2022 when she combined with myself, Denis Crowley to defeat Melinda Gray and Daniel Rodrigues In a closely fought A Mixed Doubles Final 7-6 6-3. Daniel was proudly flying the Brazilian Flag as the only Brazilian to reach a final in our tournament.

Following on Sunday, Bosko and Andrew Riminton won their Open Mens Doubles semi final against Dan Glynn and Vincent L’Heure, progressing through to the final. However, the Open Mens Doubles Final was eventually won by Cameron Green and Todd Maloney who defeated Bosko and Andrew in an epic match 5-7 6-3 6-3. Todd celebrated by taking everyone to play barefoot bowls which may be a sign of things to come for Todd in his senior years by playing lawn bowls??

The A Grade Mens Doubles is still to be played next Sunday.

Thanks to everyone who played in our championships (photos of this weekend’s winners/finalists below and full results attached) – we were blessed by good weather this year. We play our Combined Age Events in February when us oldies have a chance of winning without our promising juniors being able to enter.

Thanks for everyone who attended our AGM last Saturday. Virginia will send out the minutes and additional info later this week.

Quick reminder – Xmas Party – Sat 3 Dec – we hope to see you there.

Best wishes,
Denis Crowley
MLTC Club Captain
www.manlylawn.com.au

pdf icon MLTC_2022ClubChamps_Week-6_v1.pdf

MLTC Notice of AGM 2022

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Manly Lawn Tennis Club Notice of Meeting

The Annual General Meeting of Manly Tennis Club will be held on Saturday 12 November at 3.30pm at the Clubhouse.

Please see attached the Annual Report.

Best wishes,

Virginia

MLTC Secretary

www.manlylawn.com.au

 

pdf icon MLTC-Annual-Report-2022-PT1final.pdf

MLTC Newsletter 7Nov22 Club Champs, AGM and Xmas Party

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Manly Lawn Tennis Club Newsletter

A big crowd was in attendance last Saturday to see Cameron Green defeat Sean White in a tough match 6-3 7-5 in the Men’s Open Final. Cameron has now won back to back titles but Sean played a great match and was cheered on by his supporters. It was good to see the club packed out for such a worthy final.

The trophy was again presented by 7-time winner, Ken Grey (please see photo below). Also in the crowd was our own Tennis Whisperer and the oldest player ever to win the Men’s Singles – Rob Muir who was in his early sixties when he won the title.

 

Finals Next Weekend

We will have our youngest Ladies Open Singles Champion next Saturday when our two 14 year old girls – Ruby Quigley and Maria Nicol face off. They both won their semi finals last Saturday in straight sets.

 

Ruby and Maria will meet again in the Open Mixed Final at 5pm when Ruby will partner 13 year old Bede Kirwan and Maria will play with Andrew RIminton. Bede plays in the A Grade Mens Final at 1130am against James Graham aka The Road Runner. James will run all day so this should be a close match.

 

Schedule for Saturday 12th November

11.30am – MEN’S A SINGLES FINAL – Bede Kirwan v James Graham

2.00pm – LADIES OPEN SINGLES FINAL – Ruby Quigley v Maria Nicol

4.00pm – LADIES OPEN DOUBLES FINAL – Lisa Green and Caroline Bhaguandas v  Nicola Bray and Bryanne Stewart

5.00pm – MIXED OPEN DOUBLES FINAL – Maria Nicol and Andrew Riminton v Ruby Quigley & Bede Kirwan

 

Hopefully the Mens Open Doubles Final will be at noon on Sunday 13th Nov.

The A Mixed Doubles Final is Sunday at 9AM.

Full results and next week’s schedule attached.

 

AGM – 3.30pm Saturday 12th November

The AGM is at 3.30pm next Saturday at the club so we need a big crowd to watch the matches and attend our AGM.

A free drink is available to every full member who attends the AGM. See you there.

 

XMAS PARTY – Saturday 3rd December

We’d love you to join us for a fun evening at the MLTC Christmas Party on Sat 3rd December. Only $25 for members and $40 for guests – includes grazing platter and a free drink on arrival! Payment can be made via bank transfer – BSB 062197 Account number 1000 0562, Ref: Your name and Xmas. Please email Virginia at [email protected] to help us finalise numbers if you’d like to come and haven’t yet given your name to Michelle or Virginia.

Best wishes,

Denis Crowley

MLTC Club Captain

www.manlylawn.com.au

 

pdf icon MLTC_2022ClubChamps_Week-5_v1.pdf
pdf icon Order-of-Play-Sat-12-Sun-13-Nov.pdf

MLTC Christmas Party 3 Dec 2022

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 Manly Lawn Christmas Party

Please keep 3rd December free for our Christmas Party. There will be food, music and drinks!

Time: 6.30pm till late.

Place: Tennis Club

Cost: $25 members, $40 guests.

Please pay by 18 Nov. Include your name and xmas.

MLTC BSB: 062-197

Account: 1000 0562

Reminder AGM 12 Nov at 3.30pm

Best wishes,

Virginia
MLTC Secretary
www.manlylawn.com.au

 

MLTC Newsletter 31Oct22- Club Champs Results and Schedule

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Manly Lawn Tennis Club Newsletter

The Club Championships are down to the final 2 weeks now with the Mens Singles and Doubles Finals being played next Saturday 5th November. Cameron Green will play Sean White in the Mens Singles Final at 3PM. Then the Mens Doubles Final will be at 5PM .

A BARBECUE WILL BE HELD AFTER THE MENS SINGLES FINAL.

The Ladies Semi Finals will be played at 1.30PM between Emily Peake and Ruby Quigley and at 4PM Maria Quigley will play Tiffany Leung.

The Ladies Singles Final and Ladies Doubles Final will be played on November 12 when our AGM will be held at 3.30PM in the clubhouse. A free drink for all those who attend!

Our three juniors are all performing well in the Championships. Ruby and Maria are in the Ladies Semi Finals in singles whilst Bede is awaiting his opponent in his A Grade Mens Semi Final.

Yesterday Ruby and Bede saved several match points in their Mixed Doubles win to progress to the Semi Final. Maria is already in the final with her partner Andrew Riminton. A great future is ahead for these players.

Matthew Curtis our other junior is attending a training academy on The Gold Coast  for a few months so will return a much improved player.

Milton is restocking the bar this week and Jon Corney is preparing the food so Manly Lawn Tennis Club is the place to be on November 5. Plenty of Social Courts available all day.

Denis Crowley
MLTC Club Captain
www.manlylawn.com.au

THE FULL DRAW AND RESULTS ATTACHED.

pdf icon MLTC_2022ClubChamps_Week-4_v1.pdf
pdf icon Order-of-Play-Sat-5-Sat-12-Nov.pdf

MLTC Newsletter – Club Champs Results & Schedule

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 Manly Lawn Tennis Club Newsletter

The Club Championships are down to the semi finals stage next weekend with the bulk of the matches being on Sunday. This suits many of the players this weekend.

The top seeds have advanced in both Ladies and Mens singles and doubles so plenty of top tennis will be on display this weekend.

The full results from last weekend and next weeks draw are attached.

Ray Dummett is celebrating his 70Th birthday this week so everyone wishes him a great 70th .  In fact most people I spoke to were amazed he was 70! Several thought he was 75 and one even thought 80!  But seriously Ray has been a great stalwart of the club for many years and always is ready to help out in any situation. He is well liked by everyone (well almost everyone) and all the ladies will line up at his party to give him a big hug and kiss for his birthday. Have a great party Ray.

PLENTY OF SOCIAL COURTS AVAILABLE ALL DAY THIS SATURDAY.

Best wishes,
Denis Crowley
MLTC Club Captain

www.manlylawn.com.au

 

pdf icon MLTC_2022ClubChamps_Week-3_v1.pdf
pdf icon Order-of-Play-Sat-29-Sun-30-Oct.pdf

Pickleball Is Expanding. Tennis Is Mad | NYT

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From New York to Hawaii, weekend athletes and government officials are taking part in a battle that goes beyond the fight for court space.

Charlie Dulik and Michael Nicholas, tennis enthusiasts in Brooklyn, have lately been consumed by another racquet sport: pickleball.

They have no interest in joining those who have taken up the game in recent years. Rather, they have been following pickleball’s increasing popularity with a mixture of disbelief and outrage.

Mr. Dulik, a tenant organizer, and Mr. Nicholas, an urban planner, are the founders of Club Leftist Tennis, a Substack newsletter that covers their favorite sport through a progressive lens. In a recently published manifesto, “Against Pickleball,” they called for tennis players to “oppose the gangrenous spread of pickleball at every turn.”

Mr. Dulik, 27, and Mr. Nicholas, 28, adopted a semisatirical tone in their essay. But they are serious about their disdain for pickleball, a combination of badminton, Ping-Pong and tennis played with a small paddle and a hard plastic ball. Indeed, the two are participants in a cultural battle now playing out from New York to Hawaii, as pickleball players seek places to play and tennis players defend their ground.

When officials in Asheville, N.C., submitted plans to convert the three tennis courts in Murphy-Oakley Park into eight pickleball courts, tennis players rebelled. In Arizona, there was so much bad blood between the two factions that a law firm provided guidance to homeowners’ associations on how to avoid lawsuits. Tennis players in Hawaii complained that the organizers of the Pacific Rim Pickleball Cup had created a potential safety hazard on the courts because of the “gooey adhesive” they had left behind after they laid out pickleball lines with yellow tape.

When pickleball players in Exeter, N.H., petitioned to convert three of the town’s eight public tennis courts, tensions flared at a town meeting in what one resident called “The Great Tennis v. Pickleball War of 2022.” Martina Navratilova, the winner of 59 Grand Slam tennis titles, weighed in on the kerfuffle in Exeter: “I say if pickleball is that popular let them build their own courts,” she said on Twitter.

Tennis advocates have expressed irritation at the spate of reports chronicling the sport’s rise. “Is the Next Great Pastime Pickleball?” New York magazine asked, shortly before an NPR article called it “America’s fastest-growing sport.” The New Yorker weighed in with a story titled “Can Pickleball Save America?”, and The New York Times asked in a headline: “Why Is Pickleball So Popular?”

Mr. Dulik bemoaned the media reception. “It’s always the exact same phrases: ‘Pickleball is much more accessible and fun than tennis’; ‘Pickleball is the fastest growing sport,’” he said. “I’m cringing at being sold something so blatantly.”

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