Sometimes We Play and Sometimes We Party
 

 👋 We have a WhatsApp group for Social Events  😄
Contact Alfie at the Club or text Sarah on 07858 116081 to join

Christmas Dinner Dance Friday 12th December 

We know it seems a way off .... But Christmas is Coming! 

So we've locked in Friday 12th December for our annual celebration. We'd love for you to join us at Johnsons of Old Hurst again in their beautiful restaurant for an evening of great food, music, wonderful company and maybe a cheeky spin on the dance floor. 

Johnsons require payment, in advance to secure, which Sarah will handle and places are already limited. We currently have a few spare spaces held until Tuesday 21st October, but after that it will be subject to their availability. 

If you'd like to come or have any questions , please contact Alfie at the Clubhouse, Sarah via 07858 116081 or the HTC Socials WhatsApp ASAP!!

Quiz Night Saturday 25th October 🧐

It was a very closely fought contest that went down to the wire, with 'Chris and His Ladies' snatching the win and the £40 top prize from 'Up the Creek Without a Padel' on the final round! Next time everyone make sure you get your pears and bananas sorted 😆. 
Well done to all the teams, thanks for taking part and excusing the odd blooper.  

20th Anniversary Event Sunday 28th September

Rain early in the day failed to dampen our spirits as we hosted a day of free activities including tennis, pickleball contests, food, drink, fun and more. We had off court games for kids and grown ups to enjoy and roll up and play pickleball and tennis on free courts. Nancy Riach, who played a crucial role in the fundraising to secure this fabulous facility was there to receive thanks from Kat, our Chairperson and be presented with flowers. We rounded off the day in beautiful sunshine with an everyone on court team game, Candemonium which was chaotic and hilarious! Thanks to everyone that came to join us and make the day so much fun.

50+ Vs 18+ Pickleball Competition Sunday 7th September 

8 teams of young guns took on 8 teams of the more mature among us. Both groups battled it out fuelled with Haribos and Werthers Originals, to prove that their generation is top dog!. In a hotly contested 21 point final, Alfie and Alex took top spot, with Tony and Alessandro the gallant runners up. There was a fabulous support from the spectators, enjoying the sunshine, atmosphere, and some great games. 

Huge thanks go to Dan, Janae and Kate for their amazing organising of the event. 

Club Championships Finals Day Sunday 29th June🏆

The event was really well attended with some great tennis being played with enthusiasm and good sportsmanship! These are the scores on the doors 
U8s winner Oscar
U10s winner Sebastian
Girls U18 Ayla
Boys U18 Oliver 
Ladies Jo Mercer 
Mens Toby Zimmerman 
Ladies Doubles Amelia Tomlinson and Sophia Kaspar
Mens Doubles Kyle Wingate and Jack Buckenham
Mixed Doubles Mark Todd and Jasmine Smith 

Well done to all the players and supporters and thanks to the committee for providing a well earned bbq

Club 'Ouse Cruise' - Saturday 21st June  🚣

It was a beautiful sunny evening as we zig zagged our way down the Ouse, to our picnic and BBQ spot, where Fred, Hal, Ava and Joshua made an excellenct job of gathering wood so we could toast marshmallows. After a delicious spread of generously shared food and several drinks we zig zagged our way back with the sun setting over the meadows. From 3 .... to 3 score and ten, everyone had a fabulous time, just need to work on the rowing 😊

  
Music and Mayhem Quiz 

In late February members threw themselves into a chaotic evening of team challenges, questions and mouthwash karaoke! With snacks at halftime to recharge, competitive tails were up (sorry about your knees Jasmine), but Kat's team What a Racket stole a narrow victory and came away with a basket of goodies. 
 

New Balls 🎳

In January a group of us had great fun ten pin bowling. Lots of oohs and noooos! Well we can't be good at everything. We rounded off a lovely friendly evening with a delicious meal at Vardi Kitchen St Ives  

Top Spin Tennis Demo Tour 🎾

Our friends at Cambridge Top Spin Tennis came to our club session with a range of rackets for players to check out.
Regular player Tim said 'I really liked trying the array of rackets. Plenty of choice. As expected the chap was very knowledgeable and approachable'.

You too can tap in to their expert advice by visiting them in Cambridge or checking out their website. We'd like to thank them for coming to see us. 

https://www.topspintennis.co.uk/Top-Spin-Tennis-Location.html