Tennis

Top photo: Winners: Alice Clark-Platts and Therese McLoughlin Runners up: Jeanne Staley and Colleen Foy

Fun, Friendship and Fair Play

“The best laid plans of mice and (wo)men oft go awry” and so it is for AWA Tennis and so much more. Fortunately, we did get in a lot of court time in April and May, before temporarily halting activities from mid-May. But never fear—we have plenty of plans in hand to get back to the courts as soon as possible.

WHAT HAVE WE BEEN UP TO? AWA Burch Memorial tournament

Fabulous volunteers who made the event possible: Tania Linsay-Jean, Ashley Fagan and Neha Yadav

The Burch Memorial tournament is the AWA’s annual tournament for intermediate players. This year, 12 teams competed over 3 days in April for the honor of the title and coveted bag tag. Congratulations to the winners and runners up of this year’s tournament. Winners: Alice Clark-Platts and Therese McLoughlin, Runners up: Jeanne Staley and Colleen Foy.

The tournament organizers are grateful for the time and effort generously given by all our volunteers. We couldn’t run events like this without you! And a big thank you to our sponsor Savitar Tennis Centre for generously donating the balls for the tournament.

By the way, the Burch Memorial Tournament will be getting a new name in 2022. Watch out for the AWA Doubles Plate in April 2022.

Discover Tennis Clinics

We haven't kept count of how many AWA members have picked up tennis in the past year, but we probably should have. The Discover Tennis Clinics run together with the elite coaches at Savitar Tennis Centre continue to be one of AWA Tennis’ most popular offerings. Haven’t tried one out yet? There are new sessions coming up in August and September. Sign up quickly—these clinics sell out fast.

Social Doubles

AWA Tennis brought back Social Doubles in May. This fun and social format pairs up four different players each week. They play three mini-sets, rotating partners for each one. The format is great for beginner and intermediate players alike, giving everyone a chance to practice their match play skills and have a great time.

Social Doubles match: Suzanne Murphy, Sammy Himmelsteib, Rowena Hegelsen and Whitney Smith

WHAT’S COMING UP—make sure to check the tennis homepage for signups.

Social Doubles, Expanded

Social Doubles has proven so popular that we will continue with another round starting in July. This time there will be a division for everyone: one for beginner/intermediate players and another for advanced intermediate/advanced players.

Mixed Doubles — Coming Soon!

Who is ready for some organized mixed doubles? AWA Tennis is introducing a new Mixed Doubles program this fall! You must be an AWA member to register. Your partner can be any male guest you choose—spouse, son, family friend, colleague...Stay tuned for more details on registration and dates.

Discover Tennis Clinics

Hit the courts with AWA and Savitar Tennis Centre. The next session of these popular clinics is coming soon.

And, last but not least, we are working on rescheduling the AWA Doubles Cup, which was derailed by COVID restrictions. Thank you to the 24 players and many volunteers who signed up for their patience while we figure out the logistics of rescheduling.