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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.
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Collapse AllPavilion Singles - Round 36 | Thursday 5 September 2019 to Wednesday 30 October 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 2 October 2019)
Another great round in the Pavilion with 62 out of 78 possible matches played. That is 79.5% which by anyone's reckoning is a very good result! Definitely an A! Well done all and many thanks for all the commitment. Here's to the next one!
Group Summary:
First and second place go to Uche and Luca just as they did last time! Well played, especially as this was such a well fought group with just three matches left unplayed. Well done all and sorry to hear about Antonio's injury. Hope you are on the mend.
Final Rankings:
- Uche Onyema 7.1 [W5] 12 includes 2 bonus points WINNER
- Luca Marazzi [W3, L3] 10 includes 2 bonus points RUNNER UP
- Agustin Paz Villoria 9.2 [W4, L1] 8
- Antonio Soto 9.1 [W2, L4] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Devrim Beyzade [W2, L2] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Thomas McCarthy 7.2 [W1, L5] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Andrew Sims 8.2 [W1, L3] 2
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Great third set and lots of ups and downs. Windy and grey but dry weather." -- Luca
Player Comments:
- "Antonio unfortunately was suffering from an elbow injury which prevented him from continuing our match. " -- Thomas
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentDevrim Beyzade bt Thomas McCarthy (Sep 13) 6-7 (4-7), 7-6 (7-5), 6-4Player Comments:
- "A 3 hour epic played in gorgeous sunny conditions. Each set were battles littered with breaks of serve and comebacks; me from 1-4 down in the first and Thomas 3-5 and 15-40 down in the second; both of us forced a tiebreak. Thomas went 3-1 up in the third with some terrific all court play but my retrieving skills were just enough to wear down my opponent to limp to a 6-4 finish in the third. A great pleasure play in." -- Devrim
Group Summary:
A tie at the top with Sean and Dan both on 13 points. Fortunately, they played each other and as Sean beat Dan, he takes gold this time! Well done to Ben who beat the champ and some epics along the way with Tim unlucky to lose two really close three setters. A closely fought group - well played all.
Final Rankings:
- Sean Combrink [W5, L1] 13 includes 2 bonus points WINNER
- Dan Bridge 7.2 [W5, L1] 13 includes 2 bonus points RUNNER UP
- Ashley Bingham 7.2 [W3, L2, UF1] 10 includes 2 bonus points
- Tim Durham [W2, L2, UF1] 7
- Ben Shelton [W2, L3] 5
- Liu Li 7.2 [L5]
- John Cotterill 7.2 [L3]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Great fun thanks " -- Sean
Match of the Group:
Sean Combrink bt Tim Durham (Oct 28) 7-6 (9-7), 3-6, [10-0]Player Comments:
- "Enjoyable match with some great points" -- Ashley
Player Comments:
- "Good to meet Liu, we had a fun match and a good practice hit after." -- Ashley
Player Comments:
- "Great fun" -- Sean
Player Comments:
- "Great game" -- Sean
Player Comments:
- "Fun game thanks" -- Sean
Group Summary:
Well done to the group champ Tim who has been coming back from injury. Good to see the form is flooding back! Tony however was hot on his heels, finishing just one point behind! Good matches elsewhere with players reversing some scores in old rivalries and everyone (except Nigel!) getting their bonus points. Well played all.
Final Rankings:
- Tim Ibbotson 8.1 [W6] 14 includes 2 bonus points WINNER
- Tony Pelaou [W5, L1] 13 includes 2 bonus points RUNNER UP
- Mariano Kalfors 8.1 [W2, L3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Guy Veale 10.2 [W2, L3] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Nigel Billen 7.2 [W2, L2] 4
- Martin Lynchehan 8.2 [W1, L5] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Jim Harrison 8.2 [L4] 3 includes 2 bonus points
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Fun match on dampisg, fast artificial grass and that took a bit of getting used to! Strong comeback from Martin in the second set. Thanks for the intro to the club!" -- Nigel
Player Comments:
- "Guy played really good tennis up to the final killer shot, and if his serves were working properly I would have been a gonna. Enjoyable game thanks Guy." -- Tony
Player Comments:
- "I think I got away with quite a few points I should have lost - luck was with me. Nigel insisted that the consolation set result was recorded which he won resoundingly - I enjoyed the games." -- Tony
Player Comments:
- "Really enjoyable game, I just managed to hang on for the win, could have gone either way." -- Tony
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentNigel Billen bt Mariano Kalfors (Sep 21) 3-6, 6-3, 7-5Player Comments:
- "Tennis beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but this was a pretty scrappy match with neither of us playing (in my opinion) anything like our best tennis. Nevertheless, a beautiful sunny morning and as always Mariano is great tennis company." -- Nigel
Player Comments:
- "Somehow I get the luck going my way whenever I play Mariano or the glare of the late September sun may have helped me. A really enjoyable game, looking forward to our next match-up." -- Tony
Player Comments:
- "Another very tough and very competitive match enhanced by it being a glorious Indian summer day. Thanks Jim well played Martin " -- Martin
Player Comments:
- "Great game, a lot of fun - thanks Jim" -- Tony
Group Summary:
Maria is the very worthy winner of group 4, winning 4 matches without dropping a set. Congratulations and promotion beckons! A friendly group with all matches played in a great spirit. Hopefully we will get even more played next time!
Final Rankings:
- Maria Harrison 8.2 [W4] 8 WINNER
- Esther Gillham 10.2 [W2, L1] 4 RUNNER UP
- Mark Pritchard [L3, UF1] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- Carol Romaya-Akyuz 10.2 [W1, L1] 2
- Sally Kinnes 8.2 [L2, UF1] 1
- Max Olds 8.1
Match Results:
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentMaria Harrison bt Esther Gillham (Oct 18) 6-1, 6-4Player Comments:
- "Really good second set that could have gone either way with some long rallies and great serves from Esther. Played in windy, at times wet and slippy conditions. Thanks Esther." -- Maria
Player Comments:
- "A really enjoyable game, with some very long rallies. Thanks Sally!" -- Esther
Player Comments:
- "Always lovely to catch up with and play with Sally. Despite the windy conditions there were lots of good rallies." -- Maria
Player Comments:
- "A great battle on what seemed like a summer's day, though intermittent gusts of wind arrived just as someone was about to serve to remind us that this is actually autumn. Nice to be back on court after a wonky-knee delayed absence and great to meet & chat to Mark." -- Sally
Player Comments:
- "Really great match on a very wet court! Some fun rallies and great winning shots from both players!" -- Esther
Player Comments:
- "Some good rallies and a friendly game. Thanks Carol." -- Maria
Player Comments:
- "Very friendly and enjoyable game. Some long rallies and the game was closer than the score reflects. Thanks Mark" -- Maria
Player Comments:
- "A very enjoyable game with a number of close rallies." -- Mark
Results
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The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Pavilion.
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 AllPavilion Doubles - Round 26 | Thursday 22 August 2019 to Wednesday 30 October 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 25 September 2019)
61% of all possible matches were played this round which is a very good result, especially at this time of year and when many of you were also in the singles! Well done the Pavilion and hope we can get back up two - or more! - groups next time!
Group Summary:
One big, lively and well fought group where almost every match comes with a commentary and Perri and Mittens were blown away by 'groovyville' - so many good looking couples here! The tennis was also up to the mark with Esther and Ewan making Dominic Trevor up their game in a second set tie break and Maria & Jim pushing Louise & Annabel and Perri & Mittens to three sets. But when the last ball was rolled back into the can, Perri & Mittens finished as group champs with Benji and Devrim running them a close second. Well played all.
Final Rankings:
- Perri Johnson & Mittens Doncheva [W4, L1, UF1] 11 includes 2 bonus points WINNER
- Benji Wilson & Devrim Beyzade [W4] 8 RUNNER UP
- David Lindsey & Tony Pelaou [W2, UF1] 5
- Maria Harrison & Jim Harrison [W1, L4] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- Dominic Allport & Trevor Reidy [W2] 4
- Esther Gillham & Ewan Flynn [W2, L4] 4
- Louise Sharpe & Annabel Walton South [W1, L4] 3
- Sarah Burns & Errol Fletcher [L3]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Really enjoyable match that was closer than the score indicates. Lots of hard fought rallies and deuce games. Thanks Louise and Annabel." -- Maria
Player Comments:
- "We’re clearly living in Groovyville! Yet another fabulous (and good looking) duo..nice hit! You’re welcome back Peace Perri n Mittens❤️" -- Perri
Player Comments:
- "Excellent game that belied the scoreline. " -- Benji
Player Comments:
- "Really great game in the bubble at New River. Thank you Annabel and Lou." -- Esther
Player Comments:
- "Very odd tennis conditions, wet and heavy atmosphere made playing difficult - but an enjoyable match." -- Tony
Player Comments:
- "Great to play Jim and Maria" -- Benji
Player Comments:
- "Whilst we won it was way closer than the score reflects... These guys apart from playing a fab fun game we’re crazy sexy cool AND uncommonly hip and good looking! They’re both tall and elegant and Esther n Ewan look like they were on their way to a Vogue shoot!! U blimmin good looking groovettes! Peace ✌️ " -- Perri
Player Comments:
- "A game played in tricky rainy and windy conditions which made ball control very difficult on the wet AstroTurf. The scoreline was more flattering that the game-play would have suggested especially after many unreturnable serves from Perri. Thank you for an enjoyable game." -- Devrim
- "These guys are great sports (again!)...some nice points were played and the best team won!! Thanks Ben n Devi..Peace!" -- Mittens
Player Comments:
- "We had just put on our suncream when the clouds rolled in and the wind picked up! Despite the abrupt change in the weather we had great match with lots of good rallies. Thanks everyone! " -- Dominic
Player Comments:
- "Very enjoyable a great hit!" -- Perri
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentDominic Allport & Trevor Reidy bt Esther Gillham & Ewan Flynn (Sep 8) 6-2, 7-6 (7-4)Player Comments:
- "After a quick first set, the second set looked to be heading our way relatively easily, but we had not counted on Esther and Ewan taking full advantage of our Sunday laziness and taking it all the way to a tie break. It was a fun match with some good rallies - thanks for the game!" -- Dominic
Player Comments:
- "Some really good rally's - a lot of fun. " -- Tony
Player Comments:
- "Very enjoyable match - just a shame we couldn't finish." -- Tony
Player Comments:
- "A more pleasant, decent and competitive couple you'll struggle to find. Jim n Maria I salute u👍..we won due in most part to my patient athletic long suffering partner. She’s a hunni❤️" -- Perri
Player Comments:
- "Great game on a very hot bank holiday Monday - thanks Maria and Jim" -- Esther
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the Pavilion archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Doubles matches for Pavilion.
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: