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Monday, August 30, 2010

Practising for Districts

Photo: (Left to right) Neemie, Carrie, Anita, Sosanna, Violet, Janice and Nancy.


Several ladies turned out for Monday morning tennis today. Some got a chance to practice for their matches tomorrow and are upbeat, happy, ready and excited to have reached the coveted Districts. I'm sure I speak for everyone at HEB in saying we wish our ladies (and our men) who also represent HEB at Pinehurst Country Club tomorrow, the very best of luck.

Racquet for Sale

Message from Pam M. - I don't know if anyone is interested but I have a new racket that I might have used 4 times. It is Volkl Catapult. I have a red Brighton cover for it. If anyone is interested please email or call me.(Contact info is on the HEB Tennis Roster List).

Hard Fought Matches

Last Thursday, our ladies senior 3.5 team  played at Railbender Park in Parker...and what matches they were! All three teams had to play for hours, and went to third sets and tiebreakers. The lights went on as darkness shrouded the courts, but the ladies kept going...and going...and going. I'm glad to report that the HEB ladies won all three matches, and some literally staggered off court after almost 2.5 hours! Well done team - we're proud of you.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

The Monday Morning Ladies



This photograph was taken two weeks ago at one of the Monday morning tennis sessions. The sun was shining, we had little wind, and almost a clear, blue sky. The ladies are as follows: (left to right) Rita; Nancy; Anita; Neemie (Monday morning coordinator) Sosanna; Violet and Janice.

Monday, August 9, 2010

Coordinator for 2010 Monday Morning Tennis

We all thank Neemie for her commitment to the Monday Morning tennis session. Neemie volunteered for the whole of the season, and what a wonderful job she does! Every single week, she arranges the program, and  keeps everyone on target and on time. Thank you Neemie... from all the ladies at HEB tennis.

ITA Mixed Doubles Match at HEB


Three years ago, we had a mixed doubles ITA league, and we have another this year. It is a combined rated team of 7.5 players. We are glad to report that our team won all 3 matches: Ron & Jenny won #1 doubles 6-1, 6-4; Louise & Jim won 6-2, 6-2 and Jean & Larry won 6-1, 6-2. We have a number of 4.0's who play with 3.5's. It's not Senior league, so the teams we play can be pretty young.

The matches are played on Sunday afternoon through September. Please check the bulletin board for the scheduled matches and plan on cheering for our team whether at home or at the away matches.

Photos:
Top (left to right) Louise; Jean; Larry; Kathy and Dick.
Bottom (left to right) Jim, Jenny and Ron

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Five Years of Service to the HEB Tennis Club



For almost five years, Gail and Ron Hedy have been our coordinators for HEB tennis. As with most things in life, nothing lasts forever. Gail is stepping down immediately from all tennis activities, while Ron will finish the year out as President. Needless to say, this is a blow for HEB tennis players, but the Hedy’s decision is final. We thank them for their dedication to the sport, their undying love of the game, and the constant enthusiasm and inclusion of all members from beginners to advanced players.

We are glad to report that 40 members attended the meeting at the clubhouse on August 2, 2010. It was a fantastic turnout, and many, many issues were discussed. Members kept raising their hands to offer solutions to the problems, and even shared ideas for the future. Ron said, “It was the best meeting we’ve ever had.”

Re HEB tennis 1011, we are glad to announce that some members volunteered immediately for the positions of President, Treasurer, Secretary, but that some slots are still open. Ron will be sending emails describing those positions that need to be filled. One is a paying job, so please respond to his email if you are interested.

On a more personal note, I thank Gail and Ron for their help and guidance over the last three years. They have helped me turn a lifetime of squash and racquetball into a “not so bad tennis player.” Without their help (and others), I doubt I'd be playing tennis today – my thanks to you both.

Photo: Gail and Ron Hedy with their appreciation gift of flowers and card, courtesy of HEB tennis.

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

The HEB Men

Gail Hedy took this photograph recently. She was able to grab the shot before the men began their usual practice session. They make up just a few of the very active men's tennis here at HEB. Currently, we have approximately 75 members (men and women) in our HEB tennis club.

By the way, the 3.5 Super Senior men's team will be representing HEB at Districts next month. Watch this space for actual date and location.