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If you have been meaning to get back into tennis or would like to meet new people to play, why not give it a go!
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This is how it works:
- We have doubles and singles rounds!
- Players/teams are organised into groups of between 5 to 9 people of a similar standard
- The league is mixed sex, 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!)
- In doubles teams may be any combination of gender
- 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 available on 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
Other Venues
Craiglockhart Tennis Centre
Leith Links Outdoor Tennis and Bowling Green
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Collapse AllMeadows, Edinburgh Singles - Round 48 | Thursday 29 November 2018 to Wednesday 6 February 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 2 January 2019)
Current Rankings:
- Tom Johnston 8.1 [W2] 4
- Finlay McLean 9.2 [W1, L1] 2
- Adam Etinson 10.1 [W1, L1] 2
- Doug Brown 8.1 [L1] 1
- Robin Soudjoukdjian [L1]
- Brian Mclaren 7.2
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Great match with Adam tonight. Very close battle of the serves, a tight first set tiebreak and just about finished the match before they switched the lights off. Look forward to the rematch!" -- Tom
Player Comments:
- "Good game in windy and sunny conditions at Meadows. Looking forward to a rematch." -- Tom
Player Comments:
- "Good game, looking forward to the next one" -- Finlay
Current Rankings:
- Anderw Carnwath
- Callum Macdonald 8.2
- David Wood 8.2
- Frank Broderick 8.2
- Guillaume De Cremoux 8.1
- Louis Pernet
Current Rankings:
- Colin Gill 9.1
- David Wilmot 8.1
- John Heaney 9.1
- Jonathan Ritchie 8.2
- Ronan Mulry
- Sivaraj Saxena 9.1
Current Rankings:
- Gytis Balynas [W3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- David Cullen [W2, L1] 4
- Paulius Gudenas [W1, L1] 3
- Helen McMahon 9.1 [W1, L1] 2
- Ruth Sutherland 9.2 [W1, L1] 2
- Eoin O Sullivan [L3] 1
- Lauren Williams [L1]
- Charlie Egan
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Thank you, Paulius, for a super match, I really enjoyed it. It was close all the way, so I think it must have been my lucky day to get the win! Our match was fast and good fun, we even attracted some spectators! I wish you good luck in your next matches." -- Ruth
Player Comments:
- "Very interesting and competitive match, which took place on nice Tuesday morning (weather conditions were just perfect). Result speaks only half the truth, since lots of points were earned after deuces and impressive rallies. Enjoyed every moment. Thank you Helen for a great match and I wish you best of luck in future matches." -- Paulius
Player Comments:
- "Very interesting match. Towards the end things got pretty competitive. Had a great time playing with David." -- Gytis
Player Comments:
- "It was a good match. Weather was great, although a bit slippery surface. But it improved during the match. Some points games were pretty close and more competitive than the final score shows. " -- Gytis
Player Comments:
- "A very enjoyable match. A competitive first set with many tight games. A lovely day to play our match at the Meadows." -- David
Player Comments:
- "Great early morning match with Eoin. Lots of close rallies. A little slippy under foot but not bad conditions for Edinburgh in December. Cheers Eoin " -- Helen
Player Comments:
- "It was fun match with perfect conditions for this time of the year. I believe we both had a great time, even though it was a short match." -- Gytis
Player Comments:
- "A very enjoyable match in tricky underfoot conditions. Ice on court. Both Eoin and I enjoyed the experience of playing our first competitive match in the month of December. Second set the best of the three. Eoin was a most gracious opponent. David" -- David
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the Meadows, Edinburgh archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Meadows, Edinburgh.
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 match tiebreak, 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)
Collapse AllMeadows, Edinburgh Doubles - Round 6 | Thursday 22 March 2018 to Wednesday 30 May 2018 (Midpoint: Wednesday 25 April 2018)
Thanks for taking part in the first Meadows doubles round of 2018. It was great to see the majority of matches played as we know it can be difficult to find a time when four players are available, so all your efforts are appreciated. We'd love to see numbers grow in the summer round, so do spread the word if you can. Well done to the new group champions and we hope to see you again next time!
Group Summary:
An impressive debut for Liam & Jamie who topped the podium with a clean sweep of wins and bonus points under their belts. Louis & Jonathan also showed fine form to record a trio of victories and secure second place. A special mention to Fiona & Dom who made it onto court for all five of their matches - great stuff.
Final Rankings:
- Liam Craig & Jamie Irving [W4] 10 includes 2 bonus points WINNER
- Louis Pernet & Jonathan Nicholls [W3, L1] 8 includes 2 bonus points RUNNER UP
- Evelin Kurdi & Shingo Hiraki [W2] 4
- Fiona Ross & Dom G [W1, L4] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- David Wood & Stewart Watson [W1, L2] 2
- Lauren Williams & Rosie Pierce [L4] 2 includes 2 bonus points
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Early on in the match, each team fought hard, with neither taking too great a risk, resulting in at least 5 deuces in each of the early games! From there on, everyone found their rhythm and relaxed into an enjoyable match. With a relaxed atmosphere, and furious gusts of wind, eventually Fiona and Dom took the lead, to clinch it!" -- Dom
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentDavid Wood & Stewart Watson bt Fiona Ross & Dom G (Apr 22) 7-5, 6-3Player Comments:
- "Tough match, plagued by rain! To be continued..." -- Dom
- "Fun match with some good rallies and shotmaking featuring 4 members of Meadows City Tennis Club!" -- David
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the Meadows, Edinburgh archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Doubles matches for Meadows, Edinburgh.
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). In doubles, matches tied at one set all may be completed with a matchtiebreak and still count toward bonus points. 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.
Understanding the current rankings display:
Players' names, 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: