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This is how it works:
- Players are organised into groups of between 5 to 9 people of a similar standard
- It is a mixed sex, singles league, so men and women play each other
- Groups are put together by standard and there can be any combination of men and women in a group (we do not guarantee a balance of men and women and you could be the only man in a group of women or vice versa!)
- Contact details are emailed and posted to each player's account page
- Players arrange their own matches
- You can play on any court that suits both players
The league is:
- For everyone over the age of 18
- We welcome beginners as well as advanced players.
- Don't worry that you won't be good enough - playing matches is the best way to improve, and we use an online questionnaire to assess people's ability so you play only people of a roughly similar level
- Affiliated to the LTA For adults aged 18 years and above
Key points
- Matches are best of three sets; if a set reaches 6 games all it is decided by a tiebreak
- The evening before the round starts you will receive an email with all the contact details of the players in your group. Contact details are also posted to your Account Page
- Players are placed in groups according to past performance in the league and, for new players, their Player Standard Questionnaire
- Each player attempts to play each of the other player on their group once during the round
- A point is awarded for each set won
- If you complete three matches before the midpoint of a round you receive 2 bonus points and a bonus prize (either a pair of Local Tennis Leagues dampeners, or a tube of tennis balls)
- The winner of the group is the player with the most points at the end of the round
- The winner of the group wins a voucher for £20 to be spent in the Local Tennis League online shop. A winner's certificate is also posted to the winner's Account Page as a PDF file.
- Where possible, winners of groups are promoted to the group above for the next round.
See here for the complete rules and regulations
Getting started
New players will need to complete the player questionnaire before they can join a round. Once you’ve signed up, and for returning players you can join any of the upcoming rounds above.
For everything you need to know before you get started see the FAQs and review the Rules and Regulations, which all players agree to adhere to when playing in the leagues.
If there is anything else you need help with get in contact with Nigel, Sally and the team who will be happy to help!
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Primary Venues
Heath Park
Rumney Hill Gardens
Other Venues
Cardiff City House of Sport 3
Cardiff Met Indoor Tennis Centre
Cardiff University Sports Training Village
Trelai Park
Club Venues
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Collapse AllCardiff Singles - Round 14 | Thursday 24 January 2019 to Wednesday 20 March 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 20 February 2019)
Current Rankings:
- James Robertson [W6] 14 includes 2 bonus points
- Barney Ross [W2, L2] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Enrique Dominguez [W2, L1] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Tom White [W2, L1] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Martin Riley [W1, L2] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Tom Buckle [L3] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- Robert Anderson [L4] 3 includes 2 bonus points
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "My first time in Heath park and the conditionswere good. The beginning of the first set was close and Martin hit some good shots. Thanks for the game." -- James
Player Comments:
- "It was a very competitive match although set 1 score might suggest otherwise. Very enjoyable playing against Barney. Enrique" -- Enrique
Player Comments:
- "The match was certainly much closer than the score would suggest. Most games went to deuce but the important points seemed to go my way. Thanks for the game Tom!" -- James
Player Comments:
- "Robert and I played last round in league 2 and I narrowly won a close contest. This was even closer. We shared the first 2 sets and at 4-4 in the decider it could have gone either way. The match lasted over 2 hours. I think we were both pleased it wasn’t best of 5 sets! Good luck in the rest of the round Robert." -- Martin
Player Comments:
- "Good match, game of two halves really, enjoyable match" -- Tom
Player Comments:
- "We were unable to play outdoors because of the snow but we managed to book a court last minute and play inside HOS. Thanks for the game Robert." -- James
Player Comments:
- "Nice to be playing inside away from the cold and snow today. Thanks for the game Tom" -- James
Player Comments:
- "Enrique took a little while to get going - probably not helped by the strong wind - but started playing very well in the second set. The outcome may have been very different if we had played to 5 sets." -- James
Current Rankings:
- Jonathan Davey [W3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Gregory Waldner [W1, L2] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- Jon Tann [W2] 4
- Tim Webb 10.1 [L4] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- TIM MAY [W1, L1] 2
- Dave Gobbett
- Nabeel Iqbal
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Cheers for the game Tim best of luck with your future matches" -- Jon
Player Comments:
- "Thanks Timothy for the game there was some good rallies and played on a good court all the best going forward. Thanks" -- Jonathan
Player Comments:
- "Good sportsmanship, thanks for the match Johnny..." -- Gregory
Player Comments:
- "Lengthy match, good sportsmanship... Thanks Tim..." -- Gregory
Player Comments:
- "It was a great game this afternoon with a good court to play on. A tough game that could of gone either way. Thanks Tim for the game, all the best going forward in the league." -- Jonathan
Player Comments:
- "Lengthy match, good sportsmanship..." -- Gregory
Current Rankings:
- Mark Evans [W4] 10 includes 2 bonus points
- Neha Thakerar 10.2 [W2, L2] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Sinead Murphy [W2, L2] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Amritpal Philora [L4] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- Christina Macaulay [W1, L1] 2
- Mikal Usman [W1, L1] 2
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "A great game of Tennis on a nice Sunday Morning. Lots of good rallies and a really enjoyable match. " -- Mark
Player Comments:
- "Enjoyable game and nice to meet Amritpal. " -- Sinead
Player Comments:
- "Very closely fought and enjoyable contest. It could have gone either way in the third set, with both players on match point at certain times. It was a pleasure meeting and playing with Amritpol, and I look forward to doing so again in future. " -- Mikal
- "Really close match with some great rallies and deuce games. The longest and closest match I have ever played. Would love to play you again Mikal. Best of luck with the rest of your games," -- Mikal
Player Comments:
- "A great game of tennis played by both players. Some great rallies. Thanks for the game" -- Mark
Player Comments:
- "This match was much closer than the scoreline suggests. Blustery conditions but great to be out playing. Really enjoyable match." -- Christina
Player Comments:
- "Overall a challenging match with some great rallies and close games. Hope to play Sinead again soon!" -- Neha
Player Comments:
- V enjoyable game, thanks Christina
Player Comments:
- "Nice playing again, even though the weather wasn't on our side! Had some close games with several deuces - looking forward to playing again in the next round." -- Neha
Player Comments:
- "Great to try indoor Tennis, both players enjoyed the court and match. Lots of good rallies. Thanks for the game and good luck for future games." -- Mark
Player Comments:
- "In spells of crazy wind and some little bit of rain we enjoyed a good match with plenty of good rallies. Both players enjoyed the match. Good luck for your future matches." -- Mark
Results
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The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Cardiff.
Scoring Information:
You earn one point for every set you win. Players who complete three or more matches by the mid-point of the round receive 2 bonus points, and a bonus prize (typically a free can of HEAD tennis balls). Bonus prizes must be claimed within 28 days using the link posted to the player's Account page. The link is also emailed to players.
Please note, while matches tied at one set all may be completed with a matchtiebreak, singles matches completed to this shortened format, do not count toward bonus points.
Understanding the current rankings display:
Player name, [LTA rating - if known], W - tally of wins, L - tally of losses, UF - tally of unfinished matches] 'n' - points won (if bonus points have been won a note to this effect is added)
Comments:
Reporters of results are encouraged to leave a comment on the "Report Your Score" form. Additional commentaries may be added by submitting a result revision (see the pencil icon next to your results)
Player Comments: