Sunday 21st April Dunlop Junior Cup U13’s and U19’s
– Pleased to see two club players getting the opportunity to compete at this event.
– Andrew playing U19’s at his first competitive competition and Oscar U13’s at just his second event.
U19’s Singles
– U19’s In his first group match Andrew played well in what was a tight match, just losing out 1-3.
– Whilst in the second match, his opponent was too strong (eventual U19’s winner) losing 0-3.
– The third match after a good start Andrew continued to dominate the match eventually winning 3-0 which was a great result.
U19’s Doubles
– In the doubles group stages Andrew and his partner had a good start playing well and winning their first two matches.
– However in the final group match they lost 1-3 (to eventual U19’s double winners).
– Onto the semi-final stage they didn’t start very well and at 0-2 it looked as if there was only going to be one winner.
– However both players responded and levelled the match at 2-2.
– In the final game it could have gone either way at 9-9.
– Unfortunately it wasn’t to be and there opponents secured a 9-11 win.
– A great effort by both players who had little practice but developed a good understanding as doubles player’s as they progressed.
– Well done to Andrew at his first event.
– Great to see him grow in confidence the more he played.
U13’s
– A great start by Oscar in his first group match winning comfortably 3-0.
– In the second match against a better opponent he played very well
to win 3-1.
– In the third and final match he faced a stronger opponent again but despite playing well he missed out this time losing 1-3.
– As a result of his second place in the group he progressed to the quarter-final were he faced the most difficult opponent yet losing out 3-0.
U13’s Doubles
– Oscar and his doubles partner started very well in their group matches winning their first two matches 3-0.
– In the final doubles match despite playing well they lost out 1-3.
– A place in the semi-final was secure.
– However they showed signs of tiredness as they struggled against their semi final opponents and lost out 0-3.
– Oscar has learned a lot since his first event and made good progress and that was in evidence today.
– We thank Martin and his support team at Dunlop TTC for the invite and organising the event which was ideal for both our players.
Friday Club Night
– Delighted to welcome Tony and a couple of new juniors Rory and Alexander.
– Thanks to Euan, Keith, Achint and Jie for their support at Friday club night.
Pop in & Play
– Delighted to start a PD session on Monday 15th April with a great turnout.
– Looking forward to our sessions going forward.
– Thanks to Lynn and John W for their support.
Club Fees
– Just a reminder that club fees have increased from £13.50 to £16.50 this month.
– I would appreciate if you could amend standing order or direct payment for this time, if you have not done so already.
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Thanks for your support
Peter
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