Club Newsletter May 23rd
Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00
Dear Member
It’s been another productive day in the Club with a new first aid cabinet installed in the foyer. We trust members will use this responsibly.
Tennis News
Recent Events:
Spring Doubles Final
Well done to all of our winners and finalists in last Friday’s Spring Doubles Final! We had a great evening of tennis despite heavy rain sweeping across the courts!
A big thank you again to our sponsors Keanes Jewellers for their lovely gifts.
Photos from the event are up on our Facebook page.
Upcoming Events:
- Clay Court Competition
This Saturday, 25th of May!
BBQ from 3.30pm
Kids Tournament 3-4.30pm
Junior King & Queen of the Clay Competition 4.30pm
Social Tennis 5-6.15pm, €2 each - Winner takes all and the crown!
Grade 1 Exhibition Game 6.30-8pm.
Celebrations after in the bar!
Sign up via the link below:
https://clubspark.net/LimerickLawnTennisClub/Events/Event/3b475e24-65f2-4700-b269-c2c81137412c
- South of Ireland
Volunteers needed!
The volunteer sign-up sheet is on the notice board.
Jobs required: Desk, BBQ
Make sure to get your entry in as soon as possible – spaces are filling up fast!
Enter here through this link: https://ti.tournamentsoftware.com/tournament/72EB4263-7E27-49E0-98F5-F554A57DB3F3
Here are 15 key tips for those who are new to competition!
- Arrive fifteen minutes before a match.
- Always be respectful of others.
- Turn your phone off on court.
- Change ends on all odd numbered games:1, 3 etc.
- Do not cross behind another court to retrieve a ball while play is occurring. Wait for a break between points and ask.
- If you are not sure a ball is out, then assume it is in.
- Anything on the opponent’s side of the net is their decision and vice versa.
- Always use the score boards to avoid any confusion.
- The server is responsible for calling the score.
- If a ball crosses onto your court during play, call a let and begin the point again (first serve).
- If you lose track of the score, go back to a score that both players can agree on.
- A normal tie break is first to seven points, win by two points.
- Change ends after ever six points in both a normal and championship tiebreak.
- A championship tie break is up to ten points, win by two points.
- Finally, appreciate the opportunity to be able to play tennis and enjoy the game
SQUASH NEWS
LLTC Squash Club Championship
Don't miss out! Tomorrow is the deadline to enter the 2024 Squash Club Championship.
We are excited to host Ladies and Men’s A and B categories. This prestigious tournament marks the grand finale of the Squash Season. The Club Championship hasn't been held since before the Covid pandemic, and we are thrilled to bring it back.
All adult members are welcome to participate.
Register here: https://sportyhq.com/tournament/view/LLTC-Club-Championship-2024
Ladies of Squash
Last Friday, the LLTC Ladies of Squash enjoyed an evening filled with fun, laughter, and of course, squash. Ladies from our introductory, beginner, and more experienced classes engaged in several hours of competitive matches.
It was wonderful to see so many women from LLTC actively supporting and participating throughout the night.
If you wish to join the next event (date TBC), please reach out to Avril at Squash@LLTC.ie for more details.
Sunday Social
There will be no Sunday Social this week due to the Limerick vs. Waterford match at the TUS Gaelic Grounds. However, it’s sure to be a great day at the club regardless!
Hurling Match – Sunday 26th May
We are expecting a large crowd in the tennis club on the way to the Gaelic Grounds. A marquee is being erected on Saturday as the weather is unpredictable, so we would ask members to avoid parking in the middle two rows of the car park from 4pm on Saturday to facilitate this work. The courts will be closed from 12 noon on Sunday also.
Office Opening
Next week normal office hours will change. The office will be open Monday and Friday and closed Tuesday to Thursday.
Have a good weekend everyone!!
Regards
Anne Marron
Club Administrator
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