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Above Left: After-Care Rosebud Women’s Open Tier 1 finalists, Georgiana Ruhrig and Prisha Baliga. The match was won by Georgiana Ruhrig in straight sets 6-2 6-1. Above Right: Community Bank Southern Peninsula Men’s Open Tier 1 finalists James Elia and Evan Vasiliadis. The match was won By James Elia in straight sets 6-3 6-3. Pictures: Barry Irving
Rye Tennis Club hold Australia Day event Story and photos Barry Irving NOW in its 45th year Rye Tennis Club held its annual Australia Day competition over the long weekend. For a small club Rye attracts 210
players from 238 entries that play in 18 events over 289 matches. Requiring Dromana Tennis Club to assist with a second venue. President Heather Kingston thanked
tournament sponsors After- Care Rosebud, Community Bank Southern Peninsula and Prentice Real Estate for their ongoing support. Head coach and tournament direc-
tor Aaron Leeder-Chard said that the “tournament ran smoothly with great weather and players of a high standard”. He also thanked the committee for their organizational skills which
made the event such a huge success. Trophys presented by Mornington Peninsula Shire Cr. Sarah Race.
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Southern Peninsula News
31 January 2024
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