Club Championships
The HTC Club Championships commence in May and culminate in a thrilling Grand Finals Day on 30th August, showcasing the exceptional talent within our club.
Key Info:
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You may enter up to 3 tournaments.
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Intermediate events are for players in Datchworth 5, Hot Rackets 3 and below. If you’re unsure which level to enter, please speak to Andrew or Claire.
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Entry deadline: Saturday 11th May
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Draws available: From Tuesday 14th May on the Matchspace app and printed in the clubhouse.
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Finals Day: Friday 30th August – save the date!
All entries and match organisation will be handled through Matchspace, and we’re pleased to confirm that there is no entry fee this year.
To enter:
Please download the Matchspace app and use the club code KDQWG-9731 to join.
📱 Download the app:
Competition Format
The tournament follows a knockout format with these match rules:
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Match Structure: Best of 3 sets
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Set Rules: Tie-break to 7 at 6 games all
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Final Set: Championship tie-break to 10 in the 3rd set (must win by 2 clear points)
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Match Duration: Designed to fit within a 1.5-hour booking slot
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If agreed beforehand, matches can be best of 3 full sets
Organisational Details
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Match Organisation: Participants are responsible for organising their matches.
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Round Deadlines: Each round must be completed by a specified deadline, strictly enforced to ensure smooth tournament progression.
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Guaranteed Matches: Each participant will play a minimum of 2 matches. Winners of their first match advance in the main draw, while those who lose move to the consolation draw below.