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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.
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Chingford School of Tennis
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Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre
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Collapse AllWaltham Forest Singles - Round 12 | Thursday 7 February 2019 to Wednesday 3 April 2019 (Midpoint: Wednesday 6 March 2019)
Thanks for taking part in another well contested round in Waltham Forest, where despite some "gale force wins and blinding sunshine" there was a good number of matches played and some very competitive contests to boot. Hope you enjoyed it and we look forward to seeing you again next time!
Group Summary:
Lucas and Matthew both finished with four wins to their names to make it a close run thing for the number one spot. Unfortunately we didn't see the two battle it out on court, but with Lucas taking the win via a walkover he clinches the title on his debut. Well done to Anthony and Bogdan for playing the most matches alongside Matthew and to Sol for earning a bonus prize.
Final Rankings:
- Lucas Ford 10.2 [W4] 8 WINNER
- Matthew Heal-Cohen [W4, L1] 8 RUNNER UP
- Sol Ali [W1, L3] 5 includes 2 bonus points
- Anthony Bristow 10.1 [W2, L3] 5
- James Clarke [W1, L1] 3
- Bogdan Sturzu [W1, L4] 3
- Tomasz Jaxa-Chamiec [L1]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Great guy, enjoyed playing " -- Matthew
Player Comments:
- "Today's match was the tennis equivalent of crazy golf!!!! With gale force winds and blinding sunshine playing a big part in the outcome. Saying that we did manage to play some good tennis in amongst the trick shots!! Unlucky James , hopefully we get to play again in better conditions.." -- Anthony
Player Comments:
- "Very windy game with wet surface.tough conditions " -- James
Match of the Group:
Sol Ali bt Anthony Bristow (Mar 2) 5-7, 7-5, 7-5Player Comments:
- "Apologies to Bogdan that I had to retire in the second set when I injured myself after being 2-1 up. Really good to meet him again. When there was a point where I said was mine to go 2-0 up, only for Bogdan to say was his point. He just wanted to continue to play (even when I said lets play the point again numerous times). He was also joking for close line calls... which was great to see. We both played with a smile!" -- Sol
Player Comments:
- "Tough (windy) conditions! " -- Lucas
Group Summary:
There was "lots of running", "long rallies" and "mammoth deuce games" described in the post match comments in this well contested group. The congratulations go to Andy who dug deep to record a clean sweep of wins, which included a marathon victory over Chris, to top the podium. Chris won an epic game of his own against Eric and with three further wins in the bag too he deservedly claims the silver.
Final Rankings:
- Andy McGlynn [W6] 14 includes 2 bonus points WINNER
- Chris Bell [W4, L2] 12 includes 2 bonus points RUNNER UP
- Eric Huang 10.2 [W2, L2] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Toby Spearpoint 10.1 [W2, L4] 7 includes 2 bonus points
- Jake Mignot 10.2 [W2, L1] 4
- Kirsty Alsop 9.2 [L5] 3 includes 2 bonus points
- Joe Sandler Clarke 10.2 [W1, L2] 2
- Ryan Doyle [L1]
Match Results:
Player Comments:
- "Really great game, lots, and I mean lots of great rallies, drop shots, lobs, and lots of running. Cheers for the game " -- Jake
Player Comments:
- "Three courts used on a beautiful day. Good fun game." -- Andy
Player Comments:
- "Good game in lovely weather " -- Andy
Player Comments:
- "Nice courts, good game. Wind was a factor! " -- Chris
Player Comments:
- "lucky to be dry but so windy. tough conditions but enjoyable match " -- Eric
Player Comments:
- "Really fun game. Some good rallies in the second set" -- Andy
Player Comments:
- "Another great game. Wind played a major factor here, and to some extent the sun. No baseline tennis here...far more play at the net!" -- Chris
Player Comments:
- "Really enjoyable game and the sun almost came out. Kirsty has a wicked serve." -- Chris
Player Comments:
- "A fun match in the blazing February sun. The courts were in pretty post-apocalyptic condition but we made the best of it. Thanks Joe" -- Toby
Player Comments:
- "great bright day and some nice long rallies. close match thanks for the game Toby!" -- Eric
Match of the Group:
Reveal CommentAndy McGlynn bt Chris Bell (Feb 23) 6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (7-1)Player Comments:
- "Fun marathon match. Couple of mammoth deuce games. Very close." -- Andy
Player Comments:
- "Eric, great serve mate. Good game as always!" -- Chris
Player Comments:
- "Great first game after a long break, Some nice points constructed during the match and surprisingly great weather to play in. Very even match, that the scoreline doesn't reflect. Cheers Toby" -- Jake
Player Comments:
- "Good fun match in slippy conditions. " -- Andy
Player Comments:
- "It was windy, very windy. Kirsty has a wicked serve and some awesome flat returns. A lot of deuce games and a fun start to this league. " -- Toby
Results
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The results listed here include the current and previous round of Singles matches for Waltham Forest.
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: