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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.
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Collapse AllElmbridge Parks Singles - Round 32 | Thursday 18 April 2019 to Wednesday 12 June 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 15 May 2019)
Current Rankings:
- Claudio Cavalletti [W6] 14 includes 2 bonus points
- Timothy Otway [W4, L1] 10 includes 2 bonus points
- Andres Montes de Oca 9.1 [W4, L2] 10 includes 2 bonus points
- David Bryan 10.1 [W3, L3] 9 includes 2 bonus points
- Thomas Lyons 9.2 [W2, L3] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Hesham Barr [W1, L5] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- Paul Murphy 9.1 [L6] 2 includes 2 bonus points
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Wow!! What a match, that never got further ahead than 1 or 2 games. Every game was a tight and tough rally filled battle, with most of them going to deuce numerous times. Tom took a firsts set capitalising on some wayward play from me and getting me moving around the court. I took the second set after finally getting the forehand working and hitting some winners down the line. The third set was tight trading breaks and service games, but then suddenly at I was able to produce some strong and quick holds of server when I needed it at 4-4 and then at 5-4 after I had battled to get a break of serve. Was a great match Tom and a draw probably would have been a fair result. Look forward to the next round!" -- David
Player Comments:
- "As you can se from the result, was a very interesting match that I thought I didn't had a chance to win after what happened on the first set. The match was full of very long and powerful rallies and is a pleasure to play with such a nice guy like Thomas" -- Andres
Player Comments:
- "A good game with Paul, lots of long rallies and effective defensive play. Paul definitely made me work hard to put the first set to bed - only just managed it at about the 10th time of asking! Thanks Paul!" -- Timothy
Player Comments:
- "A match that really swang back and forth. Starting in windy conditions I managed to get ahead early and keep my nose in front with lots of long games. Second set for turned on its head as the wind dropped and everything Claudio hit went in and everthing I hit went out!! Claudio went on a 9 game winning streak, winning the 2nd set and get 3-0 up in the 3rd. I managed to then get my act together and get back in to the match. But Claudio kept just out in front and I couldn't claw it back, misding 2 key points on my serve at 4-5. A great game, thank you Claudio. Hopefully we can play again and I will get you next time lol!!" -- David
Player Comments:
- "Amazing match with David! Some great rallies and very long games. A really gruelling 2nd set which could have gone either way (especially had one of us been able to hold serve at the end!). Already looking forward to our next match!" -- Timothy
Player Comments:
- "Exhausting! 2 and a quarter hours for 2 sets! Thanks for the game Hesham!" -- Thomas
Player Comments:
- "Very nice match overall with an amazing and very close first set. Well done David, looking forward to play with you again soon" -- Andres
Player Comments:
- "Some really good rallies in this one today. Both of us were hitting a bit better than last time - score not reflective of the match at all! Would love to play again soon" -- Timothy
Player Comments:
- "Great game, and we (just about) avoided the rain! Thanks Paul." -- Thomas
Player Comments:
- "A really good match against a great opponent, the score didn't reflect the game! After a cagey first 5 games where both of us held serve and broke, I was able to hit a purple patch and push through to the first set. The second set was simular with Hesham unleashing some huge serves and taking the lead. But again I was able to just get back level and then get my nose in front at the right time to serve for the match. Great game Hesham and hope we play again soon!" -- David
Player Comments:
- "The game started in windy conditions, with an epic long first service game which I just managed to hold. We then traded service game and a break each with Paul making some great defensive turned attacking returns, until I was able to break again and then hold out to take the 1st set. I then was able to hit a purple patch and ran away with the second set. But it was a great first game. Thank you Paul." -- David
Player Comments:
- "Very nice match despite the very windy conditions" -- Andres
Player Comments:
- "A great match as always with Andres! A beautifully sunny day for tennis too. Andres really pushed me hard and almost completed a comeback in the 2nd set - I think I would have been toast had he levelled it as I was really starting to tire! But luckily I was just able to hold on and serve it out at my last opportunity! Thanks Andres, play again soon!" -- Timothy
Current Rankings:
- ANDREW MAHENDRU [W3] 6
- Ronald Tsawayo [W1, L2] 3
- Emma Bowen 9.1 [W1, L2] 2
- Kate St John 10.1 [W1, L2] 2
- Simon Rider 9.2
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "An enjoyable match with some lovely rallies. In a lovely setting in the sunshine. Much closer than the scoreline suggests. Thanks for the game Emma." -- ANDREW
Player Comments:
- "We had some very close games, especially in the 2nd set, but I managed just to edge those. An enjoyable competitive game. Thank you Kate. " -- ANDREW
Player Comments:
- "Really great, tough match! The conditions were quite windy and slippery at times. It was a real battle to the end! Thanks, Ronald, for a great game. " -- Kate
Player Comments:
- "Ronald played very well, but ultimately his serve let him down. Otherwise a close match in the Sun, and I hope we both enjoyed the game." -- ANDREW
Current Rankings:
- Paul Hatley 10.2 [W1] 2
- Olly Watson [W1] 2
- Chris Mitchell 10.1 [W1] 2
- Martin Simper 10.2 [L1]
- Monica Alonso [L2]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "A great match which really came alive in the second set. It was very close and could have gone either way, with many deuce games and tough rallies. Thanks for a great run-about Monica." -- Chris
Player Comments:
- "Great fun and a good match. Some cracking shots all round and some long rallies. " -- Olly
Player Comments:
- "Good match, shame about the score ;-)" -- Martin
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the Elmbridge Parks' archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Elmbridge.
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: