The last week has been pretty hectic. As usual, we had the usual get together with friends but this time Pia, Jeff and Liz were in town to visit! Jeff and I had lunch with Liz and family during the day and towards the night, Jeff, Pia and I went out to Paddys before heading to One. On the Monday, Renee and Sam had their engagement party. It was quite fun and I had a lot of wine. Congrats on those two!!! The highlight of this weekend was the Wagga Wagga Tennis Tournament. I did feel I played a lot better than Griffith this time - probably because I’ve been playing a bit more. Andrew had a tough open draw and lost in 3 sets. We did however get to the semi’s of the A grade doubles which was pretty cool! The highlight of the tournament was Andrew winning the 16’s boys singles draw.

Out of towners!

Sam and Renee awwww

Chris Letcher - dominated the tournament

Sacred Heart Tennis Club held their annual club championships after 23 years of absence. There seemed to be a lack of interest during that time but it was good that the ball got rolling again. Andrew won the open mens singles and I came runner up! Andrew and I also took out the open doubles and he took out the mixed as well. It was good that the weather turned out good as the forecast was rain.

I had to post something before this but I have it fresh in my mind (as it just happened just hours ago). So months ago, I was curious in starting up a Monday night tennis team. Our buddies, Dylan and Kristen seemed keen as well so we thought we might as well make a team for the Winter. Our team comprised of me, Andy, Dylan, Kristen, Nikki, Donna and our helpful subs: Monica, Dianne, Paul and a couple of other ladies that helped us very early in the season (thanks!). Our team name was Get-a-Grip, seeing as though the team had a strong affiliation to the coaching at the club. We had quite a dominant season and a few tough matches in the middle. Tonight we faced off the final with the Sideliners, winning 5 sets to 1. I think that the thought of getting prizes was more than enough motivation to play well, don’t you think?

Our superb ladies, earning their well deserved prizes!

This past week, Dylan’s dad - Bill had come to stay and visit Albury and the surrounding area. Most importantly, Bill is a tennis fanatic! He is such a steady player and also a handy musician. This afternoon he filled in a Section 1 place with the Thurgoona Cats. Dylan and Bill had a very convincing doubles win. Over the past week I’ve had the chance to sit down for coffee with them and my family also had lunch at Thai Puka! (Not fair )

Andrew, Ephraim and I had a hit at the Thurgoona tennis courts yesterday. Andrew got Ephraim 6-3 and he beat me 3-6. We then proceeded to play some American doubles which was quite fun. As per usual, we have the highlight reel of the day.