Friendly, competitive tennis on St Albans & Harpenden's public courts
You are just a step away from joining our mixed-sex, singles league for men and women (aged 18+) of all standards.
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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Want to Get Playing?
From the dates above, choose your round and click on the Join By link.
FREE TENNIS BALLS
Every player who completes three matches by the midway point of any round is sent a FREE can of tennis balls! Plus there are great offers all the time in our shop.
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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If you notice any of our venue information is out of date, missing court costs or opening hours please let us know.
Primary Venues
The Batchwood Golf and Tennis Centre
Batchwood Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 5XA Tel: full venue details »Gosling Sports Park
Stanborough Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6XE Tel: 01707 331056 full venue details »Rothamsted Park
Leyton Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL5 2HU Tel: full venue details »Other Venues
Venue 360
20 Gipsy Lane, Luton, LU1 3JH Tel: 01582 418873 full venue details »Clarence Park
St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4NG Tel: full venue details »London Colney Adventure World
Perham Way, London Colney, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 1LB Tel: full venue details »Marford Road Playing Fields
Wheathampstead, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 8AT Tel: full venue details »Napsbury Open Space
London Colney, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 1UA Tel: full venue details »Sherwood Avenue Recreation Ground
Sandridge, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 9RW Tel: full venue details »Spencer Meadows Courts
Sandridge, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 9DB Tel: full venue details »Verulamium Park
Verulamium Park, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4SW Tel: full venue details »White Horse Lane
Behind Morris Playing Fields, London Colney, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 1GR Tel: full venue details »Club Venues
Greenwood Park Lawn Tennis Club
Greenwood Park Lawn Tennis Club, Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 3HW Tel: full venue details »Play Here?
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Collapse AllSt Albans & Harpenden Singles - Round 46 | Thursday 17 December 2020 to Wednesday 6 January 2021 (Midpoint: Wednesday 13 January 2021)
Current Rankings:
- Claire Morrison [W3, L1] 9 includes 2 bonus points
- Andrew De Csillery 7.2 [W3, L2] 9 includes 2 bonus points
- Deji Jaiyesimi [W1, L2] 4 includes 2 bonus points
- Gustavo Farina [W1, L1] 3
- Jordan Harp 8.2 [W1, L1] 2
- Nadeem Rehman [L2]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Another super match against Andrew. The match honestly could have gone either way, we had some exceptional rallies-I guess today was just my day. Next time... who knows. Thanks Andrew for coming to Hitchin and look forward to the next time we play." -- Claire
Player Comments:
- "A very competitive match. The first set was gruelling with lots of long rallies. The turning point was when Deji missed a shot he wouldn’t normally miss at the net on set point 5-2 up. I clung on for dear life again at 5-4 down needing multiple game points before levelling up and proceeding to take the set on a tie break. The 2nd set was more competitive than the scoreline suggests and also was a lot more expansive with a few more winners. Thankfully the weather held and I came away with the win. Thanks for the game Deji! " -- Jordan
Player Comments:
- "A tight game, particularly the first set. I kept getting my nose in front, Then Deji came back and levelled things up. Same story in the tie break - I was lucky in the end. Second set was a bit easier, with the sun unexpectedly playing a key role at one end, which I think impacted Deji’s serve in particularly. A nice game - thank you Deji and good luck for your other games. " -- Andrew
Player Comments:
- "As you can tell for the score, Gustavo unfortunately developed an injury in the 2nd set. However, despite this, he continued to play and we still both thoroughly enjoyed the game! Wishing Gustavo a quick and full recovery and back on court ASAP. We had some cracking rallies and soon warmed up on this very chilly New Years evening..." -- Claire
Player Comments:
- "Good long rallies and super chasing by Nad. Nad almost grabbed the 2nd set! Always enjoy our games, full of grit and determination and not giving up. We braved the cold and biting wind (both admittedly fair weather players ;) " -- Claire
Player Comments:
- "I carried over the good form from the previous match and hit a lot of winners, not giving Jordan many opportunities. But there were some good rallies, particularly when Jordan had the confidence to hit through the ball. Well played and good luck for the remaining matches. " -- Andrew
Player Comments:
- "A closer game than the score suggests but I hit a lot of winners and focused on Nadeem’s weaker side, which forced errors too. Lots of good rallies and a good way work off some Christmas excess. Thanks for the game Nadeem. " -- Andrew
Player Comments:
- "Close game today. I had a number of lucky shots on the first set which I think made the difference. Second set, with new balls, Andrew played more aggressively and should have won the set. I was saved by some good serving at the right times. Thanks for the match Andrew. " -- Gustavo
Current Rankings:
- Joe Wells [W1] 2
- Stuart Purchase 8.2 [L1]
- Ashley Guinn 8.2
- Christopher Gorczewski
- Constantin Hagiu
- Craig Shields 7.2
- Dave Martell 8.2
- NJ Halley
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Fantastic to play Stuart again. Stuarts slices were once again difficult to deal with. Much more consistent from myself in the game but some great rallies played. A few fantastic shots from both players. Thanks for the game Stuart " -- Joe
Current Rankings:
- Toby Sweeney [W3] 8 includes 2 bonus points
- Amin Dahesh [W1, L1] 2
- Alice Neild [L2]
- Maria Skomorowska-Chwastek [L1]
- Leslie Okomi 8.1
- Tim Kidd 9.2
- Tim Smith
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "I managed to get the better of Maria, in cold conditions. Looking forward to seeing more of Maria at OA's in the coming months!" -- Toby
Player Comments:
- "After being unable to play at Gosling we switched the venue to OA’s. It was enjoyable match against Amin, who had an excellent forehand with lots of topspin; the conditions at OA’s certainly suited me over Amin, with the lower bounce & quick conditions hampering Amin’s forehand. " -- Toby
Player Comments:
- "The conditions were not ideal, given the torrential rain earlier, but we managed to get the game finished at OA's. It was a pleasure to play Alice, we had some entertaining rallies! " -- Toby
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the St Albans & Harpenden archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for St Albans & Harpenden.
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: