Inter-Club Doubles Competition: Marnhull vs Wincanton, August 22, 2025

We had a gloriously sunny day for our junior doubles competition at Wincanton, which put everybody in good spirits. Even though the team of Alex Carr, Henry Risley, Veronika Sinichenko and Ed were marginally beaten by the Wincanton pairs, a good time was had by all.

Juniors Prizegiving, August 19, 2025

Every year, Marnhull Tennis Club awards accolades to two juniors who best embody the ethos of the club. This year, the John Seear Cup was awarded to Alex Carr for his tenacity, dedication and determination in greatly improving his technique and form. Eva Bryce won the Helen Butler Acorn Cup for her dedication to tennis, improvement, kindness and helpfulness to others.

Helen Butler and Tom Lee also received bouquets of roses as a thank you for helping Norma Amlot run the juniors summer programme.

Inter-Club Doubles Competition: Marnhull vs Donhead, August 07, 2025

The Marnhull Junior A Team engaged in their second inter-club match of the summer against a team from Donhead. Represented by Ed James, Alex Carr, Eva Bryce and Filip Lopako, the Marnhull juniors displayed some great tennis to tie the visiting team in sets but were ultimately pushed into second place on games.

A big thanks to Marnhull's Norma Amlot and Helen Butler, Donhead's Ian Griffin and the various parent spectators who helped to make this a lovely event.

Inter-Club Singles Tournament: Marnhull vs Wincanton, August 4, 2025

The Marnhull Junior A Team took part in their first singles tournament against juniors from Pythouse Tennis Club on August 4. The participants managed admirably in the slightly wet, blustery conditions. Ed James, Alex Carr, Tom Jeffries and Henry Risley took to the court for Marnhull against a strong side from Pythouse, and while they didn't manage to come out on top this time, it was an excellent day of good sportsmanship and fun tennis.

Inter-Club Competition: Marnhull vs Wincanton, August 22, 2024

On a wet Thursday afternoon, the Marnhull Junior A Team played their away match against Wincanton. The inclement weather didn’t dampen the spirits of our players, who showcased some great tennis to win all 4 sets.

Ed James, Alex Carr, Antonia Bright, Ollie Palmer and Tom Jeffries represented Marnhull, while Wincanton were represented by Isaac Reid, Jemima Tibbatts, Harry Bagwell and Elija Hobbs. Congratulations to everyone that took part!

A big thank you to Norma Amlot, who arranged the matchup with help from Wincanton Head Coach Rich Dougles and Marnhull's Helen Butler.

Inter-Club Competition: Marnhull vs Donhead, August 14, 2024

In the first of our 2024 inter-club junior competitions, Marnhull's A Team took on members of Donhead Tennis Club. Marnhull was represented by Ollie Palmer, Ed James, Alex Carr and Antonia Bright, with Tom Jeffries as reserve.

The weather was mixed but the quality of tennis was superb, with plenty of exciting rallies that delighted the spectators, both human and canine!

Marnhull managed to come away with the victory, winning 6 of the 8 sets played, but it was the spirit of friendly competition and good sportsmanship displayed by both teams that truly made the day a success.

Juniors Tournament - August 13, 2024

Our 2024 juniors doubles tournament took place under beautiful sunny skies. A total of 10 players competed in several rounds of friendly games, cheered on by parents. Participants played with a different partner every round, with the total games won by each person totted up at the end. After 5 rounds, Freddie Facer just pipped Ernest Brunner to the tournament trophy, but it was a hard fought contest!

The inaugural John Seear Trophy for most improved player was also presented on the day to Ed James, who has come on leaps and bounds since taking up tennis just this year. Annabel Marshall was awarded the Helen Butler Acorn Cup for most helpful and considerate junior player.

In true tennis fashion, the day finished with delicious bowls of strawberries and cream.