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Newsletter March 26

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:08:49 GMT

Quarterly Newsletter

Dear Members,

Welcome to 2026! This is our first newsletter for 2026 and it seemed an ideal opportunity as the new President of TSNSW to say hello. The majority of our members would know me from our many tour-naments and those that don't will hopefully catch up with me during a tournament this year.

This is a huge year for TSNSW. As you would be aware we are hosting the Australian Seniors National Teams Carnival and Individual Championships in January 2027 in Newcastle. These events will require a great deal of planning and effort but I am confident we can make these events to remember. We are always looking for people who can contribute some time and effort to assist us.

Apart from the planning we are also going to need players! Its never too early to start planning your team. For those who have never played this event before please don't hesitate to reach out and ask for some details. We took 16 teams to Gold Coast in January this year, I think we should be able to double that at least as the home state. Apart from those huge events we always needs players to support our tournaments. I am hoping to make 2026 the year of participation. Our membership is near 1000 members but we aren't seeing enough of those on court! We have some tournaments that are very successful every year, with Forster, Nelson Bay and Ulladulla all getting well over 200 players. But we have many smaller tournaments that are struggling for numbers so we need you out there and playing to keep these tournaments going. If players could all attend 1 or 2 more tournaments each then you might just be the difference in keeping the tournament running. There are a bunch of dedicated people who have been working for years in some tournaments and it would be a shame to see them fold due to a lack of participation. We have had at least 5 tournaments shut down in the past few years.

This year also represents the 20th anniversary of the Newcastle Mixed Teams event, now renamed the Robyn Castle Mixed teams. We are back in Newcastle this year in the June long weekend and very keen to get 3 divisions up and running again. If you have ever played this before please come back his year and celebrate the 20 years with us. Of course new players would be most welcome. Entries will be limited to the first 18 teams in.

I'd like to thank the people who put up their hands this year to stand on our TSNSW committee. None of this happens without people doing a lot of work behind the scenes and I hope all our members ap-preciate their time and effort.

I'll close off by wishing you all the best for 2026 and hoping to see you at many of our tournaments during the year. Feel free to come up and say hello.

Regards

Rod Clarkin

President - Tennis Seniors NSW

2025 AGM

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 01:35:49 GMT

Important Information for all Members

2025 AGM will be held at Strathfield Sports club on the Sunday 7th December at 11am.

All positions are vacant, and we are calling for nominations from interested members who would like to give their time to Tennis Seniors in NSW for 2 years.

We have hire courts for free play after the AGM for a team's practice or anyone that just wishes to have a hit.

Please feel free to join us at Strathfield Sports Club. Please see attached nomination form closing date for nominations, 1st November to play@tsnsw.com.au

2025 sees the introduction to three awards for members.

Senior Player of the year
Administrator of the year
Player Recognition

Nominations close 1st November 2025 to play@tsnsw.com.au

Nominations are open for 2025 Life Member.

If you think that you want to nominate someone who deserves this award, please see nomination form below.

Nominations close 1st November 2025 to play@tsnsw.com.au

TSNSW has been awarded the 2027 Australian Carnival, which will be held in Newcastle from 3rd January to 15th January 2027

Calling for volunteers to assist with make the 2-week carnival the best ever.

If you think you can assist in any way, please contact Di Cassel on 0426227946 or play@tsnsw.com.au

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play@tsnsw.com.au (Di Cassel) — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 03:03:15 GMT

July 2025 Newsletter

Calling for Volunteers

play@tsnsw.com.au (Di Cassel) — Fri, 25 Jul 2025 03:00:50 GMT

2027 AUSTRALIAN TEAMS CARNIVAL AND MT 1000 INDIVIDUAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

NEWCASTLE DISTRICT PARK BROADMEADOW AND SURROUNDING SUBURBS

There is a lot of work involved in making this two weeks come togethre. We are calling for volunteers.

We are looking for enthusiastic people who are willing to put some time in over the next 17 months to assist in making this the best carnival possible.

Volunteers are required in the following areas.

Chair person
Players Benefit
Functions
Marketing & sponsorship
Assistant Secretary

If you are interested in assisting in any way, please reach out to Di Cassel @ play@tsnsw.com.au or 0426227946

TSNSW Celebration

play@tsnsw.com.au (Di Cassel) — Sun, 18 May 2025 01:57:40 GMT

Presentation of Life Member Carol Campling and Thank you presentation to Arthur Olsen for 23 years to TSNSW

On the 11 ^th May 2025 at Strathfield Sports club TSNSW held an afternoon tea for Carol and Arthur.

Both Carol and Arthur would like to thank everyone that came to celebrate with them, also for all the emails and message of congratulations and support that were sent to them, it was greatly appreciated.

TSNSW would like to thank all the member who took time out to celebrate with us and for all support at this afternoon tea.

Life Member - Carol Campling

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 02:11:35 GMT

TSNSW Life Member 2024 - Carol Campling

Carols first competitive tennis win was at the age of 7 in a Saturday morning competition in Canterbury Bankstown Association & Carol has certainly moved on from that point.

Having a father for a coach certainly helped…Ross Sherriff, who had also been in the Davis Cup Squad in his day…..

Carol’s sister, Gail was & still is a talented player.

They went overseas together playing the international circuit for 6 years & in 1965 reached the semi final of the French Open ladies’ doubles (now names the Roland Garros French Open).

In 1966, Carol & Gail were drawn to play against each other in the second round of Wimbledon Ladies Singles Championships & they are the only sisters to have played against each other at Wimbledon in the 20 ^th Century. In 1969, they also reached the quarter finals of the Ladies Open Double Championships at Wimbledon.

Carol had remained in tennis all her life, whilst playing & always keen to help in all matters pertaining to the betterment of tennis.

In 1991, Carol was invited to join the state selectors (one from each state) to choose the Australian representatives for the Annual World team events, a position Carol held for 27 years.

Carol also represented Australia in the World Seniors for over 30 years.

Closer to home, Carol was a selector for over 20 years in the placement of players for the NSW teams in the Australian Senior Championships as in our early senior years, players were not permitted to select their own teams.

Carol worked tirelessly on the Tennis Seniors NSW committee for many years & always willing to help …….. in 2005 the decision was made to hold the Australian Seniors Teams\Individual championships in Newcastle…….It was a huge success & carol was responsible for all the clothing & tennis accessory sales plus players packs…… that clothing is still being worn today…….. great quality at an affordable price as Carol bargained hard with the distributor.

In 2019 Carol was thrilled & honoured to be awarded & named the first Legend for Tennis Seniors Australia in the Hall of Fame.

Always first to help & Carol’s advice was always sound…..

Congratulations Carol Campling , a very worthy recipient of Life Membership TSNSW 2024

TSNSW AGM - January 2025

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:02:05 GMT

Dear Members

Our Tennis Seniors NSW Annual General Meeting was scheduled to be held at Rockdale on Sunday 15 ^th December 2024. Unfortunately, we were unable to hold the meeting as it is a requirement to have at least 15 members in attendance. We had 3 apologies from the committee leaving only 6 committee members in attendance and 5 other members present.

It is a disappointing result given we have over 600 plus paid members.

As a result of this outcome, we have rescheduled the AGM for the 6 January 2025 to commence at 6.15pm prior to the NSW State Team’s dinner in Adelaide. By holding this meeting on this date, it will afford other members who are not present in Adelaide to attend via teams which a link will be shared with any members who requests the link prior to the meeting date.

The TSNSW committee is hopeful of a greater attendance by offering a team’s meeting.

If you would like the link, please contact our secretary Di Cassel at play@tsnsw.com.au

Attached please find copies of AGM papers.

Kind regards

Brett Haines
TSNSW President
0402001177

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TSA Call for Selectors for 2025 and 2026

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 01:51:59 GMT

TSA Call for Selectors 2025 & 2026

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Notice of TSAAGM

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 01:47:26 GMT

Notice of TSA AGM

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Notice of 2024 AGM

play@tsnsw.com.au (Di Cassel) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:21:39 GMT

Tennis Seniors NSW AGM will be held at 11am, on the 15 ^th December at Rockdale Tennis Club, 71 Chapel Road, Rockdale. The meeting will be held upstairs at the back of the licensed club. We thank the club for kindly providing the venue.

The meeting will consist of the President’s report on the 2024. In accordance with our constitution there will be no election of committee as all committee members are elected until December 2025.

There will be two motions to be voted on at the AGM. As well as a nomination for Life Member.

Details to be sent with AGM papers in the next couple of days.

Please join us after the meeting for small get together in the License Club after AGM concluded.

Regards

Di Cassel

TSNSW Secretary

2024 AGM - Motions

2024 AGM - Agenda

2023 AGM - Minutes

Senior of the Year 2024

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:23:42 GMT

Dear Members

At the State Dinner in Adelaide in January we shall announce the TSNSW Senior of the Year 2024

Criteria : In accordance with Clause 16 of our Constitution Regulations and By Laws a nominee shall:

1. Be a current financial member of at least three years standing.
2. Not necessarily a champion player or administrator.
3. Participate with enthusiasm, show initiative, and encourage new members.
4. Be a good sport, gets along well with others.
5. Be an active member throughout the year.
6. Promote Seniors tennis by attending tournaments and introducing others to Seniors.

All current members are invited to nominate a suitable candidate. You can forward your nomination to the Secretary at email play@tsnsw.com.au by the 10th November 2024, accompanied by a relevant biography to support the nomination.

Our Committee will consider the nominations and choose an appropriate “Senior of the Year”

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EOI - Treasurer

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:17:51 GMT

Dear Members

Nominations are open for Life membership of TSNSW

All current members are invited to nominate a suitable candidate. You can forward your nomination to the Secretary at email play@tsnsw.com.au by the 10th November 2024, accompanied by a relevant biography to support the nomination.

Our Committee will consider the nominations and choose an appropriate “Life Member” to be approved at the 2024 AGM.

Criteria : In accordance with Clause 5.2 of our Constitution Regulations and By Laws a nominee shall:

Life Members (a) The Committee may recommend to the Annual General Meeting that any natural person who has rendered distinguished service to TSNSW or Tennis Seniors, where such service is deemed to have assisted the advancement of Tennis Seniors in New South Wales, be appointed as a Life Member.

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Tennis Seniors Awards

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:14:33 GMT

TENNIS SENIORS AUSTRALIA INCORPORATED

ANNUAL AWARDS

Nominations close on Friday 6 December 2024. Please email your nomination to the TSA Secretary (TSAsec01@gmail.com).

The National Awards for 2024 will be presented at the Annual Carnival Dinner to be held on Friday 10 January 2024 in Adelaide. There are three awards:

Player of the Year
Player Recognition Award
Administrator of the Year

Nominations can be made by anyone who is a member of a Tennis Seniors Association from across Australia. The nominee must also be a Tennis Seniors Association member.

The nomination process is simple and members are encouraged to put forward nominees for one or more categories. The attached nomination form seeks tailored information for each of the categories.

The categories are described further below.

1. PLAYER OF THE YEAR

To be awarded to a player who has achieved notable tennis success over the past year in Seniors/Masters tournaments in Australia and/or at any international tournament, including ITF Masters Teams and Individual Championships.

This category also considers on-court behavior, etiquette and "spirit of the game".

2. PLAYER RECOGNITION AWARD

To be awarded to a player who has shown either of the following:

a) significant improvement in their standard of tennis over the past year

b) remarkable recovery from a severe injury which prevented tennis participation

c) continued involvement in 30+ seniors tennis over a prolonged period of time, with a high level of integrity.

This category also considers on-court behavior, etiquette and "spirit of the game".

3. ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR

To be awarded to a person who has made a significant contribution to the administration of Seniors Tennis. This award recognizes contributions over the past 12 months, but also takes other previous contributions into consideration.

Please provide details of any committee positions held and other specific duties and administrative services undertaken with noteworthy achievements.

VOTING PROCESS

Once nominations have been received, the Presidents of each Tennis Seniors Association in each State and Territory will be asked to vote in each category. Preferential voting will be conducted, whereby each nominee will be ranked in order of preference by respondents. The person with the lowest number of votes will be the category winner.

The winners of each category is based only on the consolidated votes of the Presidents of all Divisions.

Winners will be announced at the Teams Carnival Presentation Dinner and on TSA’s website and social media channels.

Charlie Tulloch

TSA Secretary

22 October 2024.

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TSNSW Life Members 2023

demo@sportful.io (Demo User) — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 07:25:18 GMT

On Monday 15th January it was announced at the TSNSW Team Dinner at the Australian Masters Team Championship in Hobart, that Enid Besant Ryan and Julie Pratt were both announces as the newest Life Members of TSNSW.

The TSNSW committee along with all members would like to congratulate both Enid and Julie on this honor. As neither Julie nor Enid was available to be in Hobart a presentation will be made at a date to be confirmed, this will be open to all who wish to attend.

Julie Pratt

Julie was so keen to reach 40 & play veterans' tennis as our Association was named then. (joined 1984).

Fortunate to play with Bernice Riddle those first 2 year & won the NSW 40 Doubles Twice.....Defeating Ann Tulloh & Jill Emerson in the final on both occasions.

Julie had been a senior committee member of North Western Suburbs Tennis Association (where she commenced competition tennis as an 11-year-old & as she was now a "Veteran", felt the urge to join the Veterans committee to hopefully bring a few ideas to Veterans Tennis.... 1986.

The first President whom I had worked with being Greg Vaughan who also had considerable help from Kevin Winter. Then Barry, Plucknett, Peter Kilborn, Noel Fraser, Charles Price, Enid Besant Ryan then our Mick Bruton who took our Association to greater heights.

Julie was working full time as a Relationship Manager with Westpac. Julie took over the running of the 200 CLUB from Kevin Winter & we donated $1000 to a cancer fund for children ( i.e. Kids with Cancer / Camp Quality or similar). this happened every year & the 200 people who gave the donations ($10) had the chance to win their money back every day for 50 days & the last day $500..... Julie ran this for many years until it was decided to donate other ways. Julie also sold raffle tickets constantly & all of our members were always very generous; this was then taken over by President Mick Bruton and made a huge contribution.

The committee decided that we needed to lift our tracksuits to a more professional level & after the new design was chosen, Julie sold the suits to as many members as she could. In those days nearly every member was sporting a Tennis Seniors NSW Tracksuit...

In 2005 whilst working for Westpac Julie was able to arrange Westpac to donate all the caps and drink bottles for the players packs at our Australian Championship, held in Newcastle. Also securing sponsorship of $5000 for Incidentals and Sponsoring the Teams Dinner.

Julie was part of the organizing committee for 1997 World Titles in Newcastle, which was a huge success to everyone working tirelessly for 12 months to ensure we made Australia proud and successful.

As well as being on the Veterans\Senior committees, Julie wrote articles for the Vetscore and for a short time took over the editor's role.

Julie organized many morning teas with the stars held for the Federation Cup, also with the Friends of Tennis NSW & The Tennis Museum. Julie was also a selector for the NSW Senior/Veterans State teams for many years.

Julie also enjoyed playing Sydney badge over the years, night competitions and always playing country tournaments during this she was able to recruit many players to join Tennis Seniors NSW. Always enjoying the camaraderie with others who also had the same goals to spread the word of our fabulous Tennis Seniors NSW often over a red or two!!!!!

Julie has stated she is extremely humbled by her nomination for Life Membership of TSNSW. It is a very proud moment as she reaches her twilight years (her words). She only retired from the committee because she felt it needed our younger generation to revitalize Tennis Seniors TSW

Enid Besant Ryan

Enid Besant-Ryan was in born in Rooty Hill to a tennis playing family with both parents and 5 older brothers one being her twin who sadly passed away earlier this year.

The Besant family had their own tennis court in the backyard where Enid learnt to play at an early age, she often had to fight with the boys to get a hit on the court but being the

youngest and the only girl she usually won the battle.

Due to the number of players in the family they were able to form a couple of teams in the Nepean District Competition in both A Grade and A3 divisions.

The A Grade team consisted of 2 of the boys their wives, Enid and they were lucky enough to have a great player John Whittaker come to live in Rooty Hill and he joined their team.

Enid’s children Damian, Amanda and Brendon also joined the family teams when they were old enough.

Enid was invited by her dear friend Julie Pratt to join the TNSW Seniors in 1994, Enid and her husband David who wasn’t a tennis player, but her number 1 supporter travelled to many country tournaments and Australian Seniors Championships, David sadly passed away in 2007.

Enid represented the Nepean District in Country Week held at White City in Sydney for many years, she was also selected to represent Australia in the World Tennis Titles in South Africa in 1997.

Being part of this organization has been the most wonderful and rewarding experience in her tennis career Enid, joined the TNSW Seniors committee in 1995 and was President from 2008 to 2010, she then became Vice President of Tennis Seniors Australia from 2012 to 2019.

Enid said It is a great honor and privilege to receive Life Membership from TSNSW, thank you to the many new and old friends and colleagues she has been associated with over those years.

Australian Masters Individual Championships, Hobart 2024

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 07:18:02 GMT

We would like to congratulations to the following TSNSW players.

Singles

Winners

35 MS Brendon Moore

55 MS Igor Jovanovic

75WS Kerry Ballard

Runner Up

30 WS Sanna Bedford

55 WS Cathy Benson

60 MS John Bruce

70 WS Helen Worland

80 WS Kim Blackburn

80 MS Dennis Bindon

Doubles

Winners

35 WD Angela Lawrence- Hendy

50 WD Samantha Jo Ewart

65 MD Wayne Pascoe

70 WD Kerry Ballard

80 MD Alan Walsh

Runners Up

35 WD Sanna Bedford

45 WD Angela Lawrence – Hendy

50 WD Cathy Benson

60 MD John Brunner

65 WD Suzie Ellis

Mixed Doubles

Winners

55 XD Sharon Killen and John Brunner

75 XD Bob Bow

TENNIS SENIORS NSW: STRATEGY PLANNING DAY

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:07:43 GMT

TENNIS SENIORS NSW: STRATEGY PLANNING DAY

Within the coming months, TSNSW is holding a Strategic Discussion or Planning Day. This provides an opportunity for TSNSW to reflect on past and current practices and plan for the future.

The aim for this Planning Day is to improve our membership experience and encourage as many people as possible (over 30 years) to enjoy and experience playing the game of tennis.

The purpose of the planning day includes the following:

Review TNSW’s current operational practices in the context of best practice.
Develop future directions for TSNSW (Vision) and Core Purpose.
Develop new and improved strategies consistent with the Core Purpose that would align TSNSW’s future directions.

TSNSW seeks your input into current practices and ways we can improve TSNSW membership tennis experience.

We would be grateful if you could respond to our questionnaire comprising 4 questions. The design of the questions is open to facilitate as much input from you as possible.

It is intended that your feedback or contribution will be collated without editing and we guarantee anonymity. Your comments will be presented to the Committee for their upcoming Strategy Planning Day.

Australian teams’ event – Swan Hill 09 – 13 January 2023

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:20:08 GMT

NSW entered 7 teams for this year’s tournament. We ran 3 ^rd overall for the State trophy with the following results:

NSW Ladies 40 – 1 ^st
NSW Ladies 50 – 3 ^rd
NSW Ladies 60-65 – 4 ^th
NSW Mens 50 – 2 ^nd
NSW Mens 60 – 3 ^rd
NSW Mens 70 – 3 ^rd
NSW Mens 75-80 – 4 ^th

Well done to all teams, in particular the NSW Ladies 40s team consisting of Captain Cathie LONG, Belinda BARRETT, Sonia HYDE, Sharon KILLEN and Allison CREALY who, with the exception of one player were all over 50 and defeated a much younger Victoria 30s team. 50 really is the new 30!!!

Nelson Bay Friday 2 – Sunday 4 December 2022.

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:17:37 GMT

The 2022 Nelson Bay tournament did not disappoint with fantastic numbers, great weather and superb quality tennis. Many thanks to tournament director Steve Taylor for the huge effort he puts in each year to get this event up and running. Many thanks also to the ladies in the kitchen, gents on the BBQ and bar, Blake in the office and all others who have not been named however spent many hours volunteering their time to make Nelson Bay a signature event on our NSW Senior’s calendar.

Myall Lakes Tennis Club Friday 4 – Sunday 6 November 2022

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:12:44 GMT

What a wonderful weekend catching up with old friends and making new ones! Our annual TNSW Seniors Tennis Tournament was held at our Hawks Nest courts over 3 days, enjoying magnificent weather throughout. Our 46 entrants competed in Mixed, Men’s & Ladies Doubles with a warm up on the Friday’s “American Doubles”, the perfect meet and greet to get started!

Ages ranging from 30 to 80 years, prizes were hotly contested by players on the court providing lots of competitive and entertaining tennis! Our local members along with a supportive group from the local Karuah tennis club provided a welcoming atmosphere along with a great smorgasbord of food, free tea and coffee plus ice eskies on court to keep the drinks cold. All with the pounding sound of waves crashing in the background and welcoming coastal breezes in the afternoon.

End of day drinks and complimentary platters enjoyed by players every afternoon giving all an opportunity to discuss the days triumphs and losses. Lots of cheering from the sidelines with a couple of the men flipping one of the picnic tables when they sat down which provided extra entertainment for us all! Myra & Kris bought “Buddy”, their parrot, who quickly became the tournament mascot delighting everyone that came across him with Steve Taylor spending most of the afternoon with Buddy on his shoulder. Others were not so impressed!

We were also fortunate to have an Osteo and Acupuncturist on site for the duration of the tournament for players needing massage and relief for injuries. A 10am start for the last event on Sunday allowed entrants time to take a morning swim and leisurely breakfast before taking to the court for the final round. A big thank you to you all for helping us make the weekend a huge success with so many pitching in to help. See you all next year plus maybe some more new faces…all welcome!!

Merimbula Tennis Club Friday October 14 – Monday October 17

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:10:29 GMT

This was a successful weekend NRT with 140 players playing 45 events & it was blessed with great weather. Grant Woodbridge moved from the ACT to Merimbula this year & has been a great addition to the committee & the running of the event.

NSW Championships Friday September 30 – Monday October 3

demo@sportful.io (Demo User) — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:08:16 GMT

For the first time in many years our major tournament was held at Rockdale Tennis Club with over 220 competitors. 20 overseas, 50 interstate and 150 NSW. Our visiting players appreciated the tournament being held so close to the airport with a licensed bar and on site restaurant providing excellent evening meals for those who travelled a long way for this MT 700 event. Many thanks to the players who manned the rollers during a very wet day 1 and great work by TDs Arthur Olsen and Steve Longworth to get every event completed on day 4. Congratulations to our winners and runners up who are listed below;

TSA 2023 Tournament Calendar

Sun, 05 Feb 2023 01:46:50 GMT

We have a comprehensive tournament schedule of over 30 events throughout the year. These events are sanctioned by Tennis Seniors NSW and Tennis NSW and all seniors players are invited to play in them.

The Health & Wellness Corner: The Benefits of Warm-up Routines before we play our matches

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 00:33:27 GMT

Authored by Anne ROUSE – Tennis Seniors NSW Member

I am amused when I attend Senior Tennis Tournaments and observe our warm-ups before we start playing matches. My observations lead me to ascertain there are three types of tennis players.

The diligent tennis player: They understand the importance of a warm-up and can be observed completing an off-the-court warm-up which includes a slow jog around the tennis complex, a few lunges & squats, arm stretches, and calf stretches followed by a few air racquet swings.

The lukewarm tennis player: They have some knowledge and thought that warming-up is something that should be do. So, they meander out on the court with tennis bag and drinks, placing all equipment next to their court seat. After taking out the racquet they stand at the net post, completing a couple of dynamic exercises (swinging the leg back and forth, stretching the calf, a few jogging steps on the spot and arm rotations)

The Impatient tennis player: They either have a limited awareness of the importance of warm-ups or maybe they just want to get on with the match. In either mindset, they walk out on the court, get their equipment ready, take their position at one end of the court and start hitting tennis balls. For this group, the warm-up consists of hitting a few ground strokes, volleys, smashes, and a couple of practise serves. They are straight into the intense exercise of playing tennis.

I notice many ‘impatient tennis player,’ type at the Senior Events and this group are at greatest risk of injury. You only have to do a google search – ‘how to prevent sport injuries,’ and there are hundreds of thousands of articles and advice regarding the importance of warm-up stretches, and dynamic exercises to do before you participate in intense exercise.

My own personal warm-up drill consists of a walk or slow jog around the tennis complex, leg swings, squats, butt kicks, high knees, arm rotations, and torso stretches (rotation side to side from the waist). The advantage of dynamic exercises (moving exercises while stretching) they increase the blood flow through the body which helps to prevent injury and reduces muscle soreness.

I hope this article encourages everyone to think about warm-up exercises prior to playing tennis matches in the future. Share your routines with each other and please encourage fellow players to think about warm-up exercises to preserve their bodies so we can all enjoy participating in many Senior Events.

World Champs June 2022

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:26:48 GMT

This edition would like to provide a short player’s perspective into the World Teams event in Boca Raton, USA. Our Australian teams were picked on player rankings at the end of Oceania 2020 which was the last tournament that all Australians could get to. Due to the new Omicron corona variant and other issues, some teams were somewhat disabled with a lack of team members and gifts to provide to opponents. The Australian team was warmly welcomed by the Americans including many holiday makers and depending on arrival dates were afforded the opportunity to practice on the American green clay courts. The Australian Super Seniors only had three teams and 10 members compared to other countries with a plethora of players. The opening ceremony was held outdoors at the largest venue, Boynton Beach, a public tennis facility. It was quite windy however was wonderful meeting all our opponents. The Australian men’s 70’s were ranked 3 ^rd however ran in 10 ^th position, their most memorable opponents being the Uruguayan team who spoke little English however were happy to share an after match drink except on two days when a torrential downpour sent everyone seeking shelter.

The Australian highlight was, of course, the win by our men’s 65 team consisting of Glenn Busby (Vic), Wayne Pascoe (NSW) and Stephen Dance (Tas). It is traditional that all Australian teams get together for a team bonding bbq and these three terrific players hosted ours. I had the pleasure of watching their final joining our three Aussie girls cheering our boys while their opponents the home team, had 300.

2022 NSW Players selected for World Team Representation in April/May in Florida

50s – Iggy Jovanovic (Bronze Medallist)

60s – Leanne Swaysland

60s – Brad Middleton (Leanne’s brother) & Roger Spraggon

65s – Sara Goddard

65s – Wayne Pascoe (Gold Medallist)

70s – Graeme Sticka

June Long Weekend Teams event

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:23:18 GMT

Our annual event which attracted six teams was blessed with a weekend of sunny weather with Greg Westwood’s Team claiming victory again.

Pennant Hills

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:17:41 GMT

Numbers were down due to inclement weather with only 30 males and 2 females entered in the singles. Sunday saw 11 pairs entered. The majority of entrants were locals with very few tourists. It is hoped that Pennant Hills might see a few more members add this one to their calendar next year.

West Port Macquarie

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:14:57 GMT

Friday saw the tournament washed out for the day and whilst the numbers dwindled from previous years, the standard was reported as good. West Port is an older tournament however continues to remain popular with locals and visitors. The tournament used both West and East Port courts and locals are looking forward to the East Port tournament.

PICTON 13-15 MAY 2022, JUNE 4 (Singles)

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:12:16 GMT

Once again the Picton tournament director, Michael Jackson stepped in for our usual TD, Alison Radford who was still in the United Kingdom. He had another inclement start to the tournament with rain washing out the singles on Friday morning. Some tennis was played on Friday afternoon however the singles events were played later, on the 4 June 2022. The May tournament was inundated with its usual participants however it also saw a few new faces to the tournament. Numbers were down on previous years however Michael was able to keep all matches played at the Picton complex and competitors did not have to travel to other locations. Thanks to the Jackson and Barrett families for the BBQ and Brett Haines for his delicious pies.

MACARTHUR 19-20 March 2022

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:08:57 GMT

Tournament Director Michael jackson indicated that the singles was washed out Saturday morning however there were good numbers entered which would have filled the 14 courts. Play resumed on Saturday afternoon and Sunday with event numbers similar to previous years. Michael indicated the main challenge running the tournament were late withdrawals and it appears that there is a pattern emerging with similar culprits withdrawing last minute which only creates problems for tournament directors. Members please attempt to turn up and make our director’s job just that little bit easier. Many thanks to all the volunteers who assisted with the BBQ.

NAROOMA 11-13 MARCH 2022

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:03:24 GMT

Narooma was reported as being a lovely tournament with a fair showing of tournament entries for 2022. In the absence of a report from the Tournament Director, TSNSW were guided by reports from tournament entrants who indicated that it was a beautiful weekend with Narooma looking forward to seeing greater numbers in 2023, showcasing what NSW South Coast has to offer.

ULLADULLA 18-20 FEBRUARY 2022

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 01:57:56 GMT

The weekend of 18-20 February saw perfect weather for the 3 days for the Ulladulla Summer Games. This year we had 230 players, the largest number for this tournament, of which for 60 players, it was their first time to Ulladulla. Our youngest player was aged 32 and our oldest was aged 90. How amazing for our oldest player, Ron Lewis, to play the singles and both men’s doubles events. He did himself proud and so fit for his age.

All 12 courts were full for the Singles event with 44 men and 12 women taking to the courts. The Singles results for nearly all sections were extremely close with the majority of players winning their section by 1 game. It was great to see more of the younger players, age 32-55 taking part in the singles this year. All promising for the future as many of us are getting older, which was evident by a number of withdrawals just prior to the tournament due to injuries. A huge thank you to the players who came into the tournament at the last minute, some with a few days’ notice, while others the morning of!!! I realise this tournament fills up very quickly, but how fortunate to have a reserve list to draw on.

As usual the Ladies and Men’s Doubles provided some amazing tennis. And of course, the Combined Age Mixed Doubles on the Saturday afternoon proved to be a lot of fun. Interesting to see the results with some of our regulars and many of the new players to Ulladulla taking out the Winners and/or Runners’ Up prizes. However the win of the tournament goes to the gorgeous and fun loving, Graeme Hissey in the Age Mixed Doubles on the Sunday afternoon. His first win of any tournament. I think Graeme has framed his white envelope. To all other category winners for the weekend, you know who you were, well done and we hope to see you back in 2023.

Once again, Ulladulla was provided with wonderful raffle prizes from Kay Philip- Mollymook Beach holiday house, $500 accommodation voucher from Discovery Park Burrill Lake, 2 tickets to the ATP Cup and a lovely Tennis Jewels clothing prize. Tennis NSW South East Region donated $250 which became the wine packages in the raffle. Thank you to all our players and visitors who supported the raffle.

Catering for the Saturday night dinner was provided by Hacketts. A huge thank you to all the players who supported our tournament and for making it so enjoyable and a wonderful place to be for the 3 days. And last but not least, thank you to our many volunteers and committee members for bringing the tournament together.

TSNSW would love to thank Mary-Lou for organising our first, and for many, their favourite tournament of the year and for her post-tournament update.

Ulladulla Tournament Results – 2022

Event Winners Runners Up

Singles

MS 30-40 Rob Bisset Mark Jones

MS 40-55 Craig Barnard Scott Smith

MS 45-50 Mark Hood Matthew Hinks

MS 50-65 Tony Golding Adrian Blackeby

MS 60-70 Rick Lascelles Phil Jarman

MS 65-70 Wayne Houston Bob Bow

MS 65-75 Michael Pyne Mark Coleman

MS 70-80 Herb Chee Brian Loader

MS 75-90 John Stimson Colin Elliott

LS 35-50 Sonia Hyde Alex Bisset

LS 45-65 Carol Ryan Elaine Norman

LS 45-70 Cathy Goswell Trish Pye

Men’s Age Winners Runners Up

MD 30-55 Scott Smith & Craig Barnard Brett Haines & Rob Bisset

MD 30-65 Rob Spry & Simon Graham Glen Pearson & Tony Golding

MD 50-65 Warren Dixon & Brent Marvin Warren Hall & Rey Lagado

MD 60-75(1) Russell Rumery & Graham Pearson Graeme Sticka & Clive Wilkinson

MD 65-75(2) Stephen Corcoran & David McDowell David Graham & Wilco Delhaas

MD 70-75(1) Alan Walsh & Graham Waller Pat Moloney & Phil Higgs

MD 70-75(2) Brian Clegg & Allan Cocks Don Masters & Malcolm Starr

Ladies Age Winners Runners Up

LD 30-55 Juliann Jacobsen & Alex Bisset Alison Crealy & Helen Shea

LD 40-65 Sara Goddard & Sharyn Eaton Deb Loves & Kerri Cassidy

LD 50-55 Mary Baker & Anne Wallis Karen Koks & Amanda Koorey

LD 55-65 Libby Ives & Helen Nealer Bev Roberts & Kim Cahill

LD 60-65 Peta Hoff & Vicki Ratliff Val Gavin & Karen Jameson

LD 60-75 Gail Windsor & Sue Willis Denise Darby & Eri Fawcett

LD 70-75 Pat Callahan & Pam Germyn Robyn Thompson & Judy Halbedl

Men’s Combined Age

CMD 95-120 Warren Dixon & Brent Marvin Steve Hickman & Phil Dixon

CMD 95-130 Russell Rumery & Graham Pearson Brendan Jack & Greg Rogan

CMD 130-140(2)Tony Robinson & Terry Wray John Stimson & Phil Bryant

CMD 140 Brian Loader & Alan Walsh Herb Chee & John Whittaker

Ladies Combined Age

CLD 75-110 Alison Crealy & Helen Shea Kelley Keyes & Melissa Dolahenty

CLD 110-120 Mary Baker & Sandi Edwards Leonie Wray & Rozie Davies

CLD 110-130 Leonie Ainsworth & Helen Holcombe Sue Willis & Karen McLennan

CLD 120-130(1) Chris Jarrett & Anne Herbert Denise Darby & Eri Fawcett

CLD 120-130(2) Lynn Bridges & Michele Windsor Roslyn Ode & Simone Sabadina

CLD 130-140 Judy Cousins & Margaret Wayte Gail Windsor & Pam Crawford

CLD 140 Pat Callahan & Pam Germyn Julie Pratt & Enid Besant-Ryan

Combined Age Mixed

CXD 75-110(1) Rob Bisset & Alex Bisset David King & Cathy Benson

CXD 75-110(2) Antony Hook & Roxanne Davies Brendan Jack & Simone Sabadina

CXD 75-110(3) Darryl Orr & Helen Nealer Brent Marvin & Karen Koks

CXD 95-110(1) Brett Haines & Sonia Hyde Adrian Blackeby & Kelley Keyes

CXD 95-110(2) Damon Welsford & Leonie Ainsworth Geoff Cook & Belinda Arthur

CXD 110 Frank Wallner & Anne Herbert Andi Phelan & Sandi Edwards

CXD 110-120 Graeme Smith & Bev Roberts Gary Tye & Janelle Tye

CXD 110-130 Graham Rochow & Sue Willis David Graham & Jessica Pinney

CXD 120-130(1) Warren Dixon & Kerran Taylor Terry Wray & Rozie Davies

CXD 120-130(2) Glen March & Pauline March Wilco Delhaas & Amanda Koorey

CXD 130 David Keogh & Denise Darby Graeme Sticka & Sara Goddard

CXD 130-140 Greg Holcombe & Helen Holcombe Bob Bow & Sue Roche

CXD 140(1) Don Masters & Vicki Ratliff Warren Hall & Judy Halbedl

CXD 140(2) Neil Collie & Elaine Anderson John Stimson & Irene Stimson

Age Mixed

XD 35-50(1) Damien O’Brien & Karen McLennan Brent Marvin & Sandi Edwards

XD 35-50(2) Antony Hook & Roxanne Davies Todd De Leeuw & Juliann Jacobsen

XD 40-55 Brendan Jack & Simone Sabadina Andrew Barnet & Sali Hepples

XD 55-60(1) Graham Rochow & Sue Willis Warren Dixon & Kerran Taylor

XD 55-60(2) Andrew Pavli & Michele Windsor Gary Tye & Janelle Tye

XD 55-65 David Keogh & Eri Fawcett Des Linehan & Lee Dickson

XD 55-70 Rey Lagado & Lindy Gerke Warren Hall & Colleen Allen

XD 60-70 Mike Lavers & Betty Smith John Coleman & Chris Jarrett

XD 60-75 Graeme Hissey & Laraine Dunn John Stimson & Irene Stimson