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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
Lionmede Recreation Ground
Other Venues
Great Baddow Recreation Ground
Club Venues
Writtle Tennis Club
Hamptons Sports & Leisure
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Collapse AllChelmsford Singles - Round 16 | Thursday 5 September 2019 to Wednesday 30 October 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 2 October 2019)
Current Rankings:
- James Howard [W4] 10 includes 2 bonus points
- Edward Ogbebor 10.2 [W3, L1] 9 includes 2 bonus points
- Ren Perera [W1, L3] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- Lucas Palau [W2, L1] 4
- Alison Bowditch [W1, L4] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Martin Schramm [W1] 2
- Jamie Stone [L3]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Ren’s a tough cookie and it’s always a pleasure playing him. First set was far more closer with loads of deuces; we were at 2 all, but Lady Luck was on my side I guess. Second set and with Ren’s very first serve, my strings gave way. Almost then blew a 5-1 lead, with a resurgent Ren narrowing d scores to 5-4. Thanks for all d practice games we play Ren - it’s really bn helpful. " -- Edward
Player Comments:
- "Great to meet Ren. Lovely evening for tennis and the the time of year, although I think Ren struggled with the floodlights. A daytime match next time Ren. " -- James
Player Comments:
- "Great to meet Jamie. We have enjoyed a few good rallies. However, the court was very slippery because of the rain, and it's more difficult this way. Hoping we will play next time on better conditions." -- Lucas
Player Comments:
- "That was a real runaround. Eddy took me to a set and 2-0 down before I managed to work out how to play against his style of play and stop getting caught out by some great lobs. Look forward to our next meeting. " -- James
Player Comments:
- "Lovely to meet Alison, good luck with the rest of your matches. " -- Ren
Player Comments:
- "It was great to meet Alison and play in such a lovely setting on a beautiful morning. Well played Alison and good luck with your remaining matches" -- James
Player Comments:
- "Another great battle with Ren. Every point was a challenge. Lovely day to play tennis, but we had to suffer the sun all the time in one of the sides of the court." -- Lucas
Player Comments:
- "Jamie was very unlucky with his serves today with a lot of double faults, else the match would have been tighter. Great bloke he is and it was truly a pleasure playing him. Better luck in the remainder of your matches Jamie." -- Edward
Player Comments:
- "Great playing Alison under such a nice weather and a lovely venue. Wishing you the best on your other matches." -- Edward
Player Comments:
- "Great to meet you, Alison, good playing with you on a crisp morning - next time we’ll have longer rallies, so you can better use of your ground strokes, promised ;-) " -- Martin
Current Rankings:
- Sergio Carrelli [W3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Samantha Riding [W2, L1] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Maximillian Schneider 10.2 [W2] 4
- Lorraine Bartlett [W1, L2] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Mohammed Shihab [L3] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- Elgan Adlard [L2]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Enjoyable match - watch out for the slippery leaves - and Shihab's spin !!" -- Samantha
Player Comments:
- "Really enjoyable match with Lorraine - we had to chuck someone off the best court but he was really nice about it and had his own ball machine !! " -- Samantha
Player Comments:
- "A great match with Elgan last night. The scoreline isn't reslly reflective of the match. A lot of great rallies and multiple deuces. Elgan made it to a number of shots that I thought were winners! Thanks for the match and all the best for your others!" -- Maximillian
Player Comments:
- "Very hot day. The match was closer than the scores suggest. Friendly and enjoyable game.." -- Lorraine
Player Comments:
- "A beautiful day for some great tennis! What a great match to play as my first local tennis league round since summer last year. The first set was much closer than the score suggests and there were some great rallies. Lorraine came out all pistons firing in the second set taking an early 3 set advantage. I somehow managed to claw my way back through a number of games where we exchanged more great rallies and some incredible shots from both sides. Thanks Lorraine for a great match!" -- Maximillian
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the Chelmsford archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Chelmsford.
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: