Friendly, competitive tennis on Swindon'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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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
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Collapse AllSwindon Singles - Round 27 | Thursday 4 April 2019 to Wednesday 29 May 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 1 May 2019)
Current Rankings:
- Nicholas Newton [W2, L1] 6 includes 2 bonus points
- Gianni Gray 7.2 [W2] 4
- Stefano Pigliapoco 8.2 [W1] 2
- Carlo Lorusso 8.2 [L3] 2 includes 2 bonus points
- Ricardo Pizarro [L1] 1
- Alvaro Tanarro
- Tom Bartram 9.2
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Match played in perfect weather conditions. Carlo gave me a lot of free points unfortunately." -- Gianni
Player Comments:
- "Very tough match, but enjoyable rallies." -- Nicholas
Player Comments:
- "Carlo had a tough day today, but I wish him luck in his remaining matches." -- Nicholas
Current Rankings:
- Carlos Tavares [W1, L2] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- Patrick Zebedee 9.1 [W2] 4
- Alastair Kirk 9.2 [W1] 2
- Nigel Hopkins 8.2 [L1] 1
- Iryada Ashmore [L1]
- Andy Miller
- Livio Pavone
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "A close, and very enjoyable early morning match After a pretty even first set, Nigel raised his level, and mine dropped in the second, and I was lucky to avoid a bagel. Then roles reversed as I took a 5-0 lead in the third, before they reversed again, with Nigel almost staging a glorious comeback. Thanks, Nigel, and good luck with your other matches!" -- Patrick
Player Comments:
- "A close match that ebbed and flowed between us, with some good, long rallies. Carlos hit some great forehand winners and lobs to take the second set, but I was able to keep the ball away from his strengths in the first and third, so edged it. Thanks Carlos, and good luck for your other matches!" -- Patrick
Player Comments:
- "This match was played over two evenings due to bad light preventing us from starting the second set. Both sets were very tight, but I managed to get past the post in both, the first time I have won after a number of attempts against Carlos. As always it was an enjoyable and well-spirited match and Carlos is always very encouraging. I look forward to our next one. " -- Alastair
Current Rankings:
- Joseph Murphy 9.1 [W1] 2
- Patrick Scott [W1] 2
- Andrew Armitage [L1] 1
- Charlotte Phelps 10.1 [L1]
- Catriona Carver
- Gordon Heywood 9.2
- Tony Wilson 9.1
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Andy raced through the first set. Match went the other way in the second set. Final set very tight. Thanks Andy for a very enjoyable match !" -- Patrick
Player Comments:
- "A good match with plenty of competitive games and good rallies which belie the scoreline. Thanks Charlotte!" -- Joseph
Results
Looking for previous matches? Visit the Swindon archive.
The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Swindon.
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: