After 8 weeks of round-robin matches plus semi-finals, the Collaroy Tennis Club in-house singles competition is now at its Final stages.
As to be expected, the semi-final matches were closely-fought and exciting to watch. There were also some differences between them. The match between Colin and Andres was played during a damp evening, a few minutes after the rain on Fri. (18 Sep).
“Being relatively new to the club (1 yr), I really didn’t know what to expect in terms of both how serious it would be taken, and standard – but without exception everyone was welcoming, good-humoured, sportsmanlike and I’ve got to meet lots of other players.”
COLIN, SEMI-FINALIST
The semi between James and Peter was played on the true blue plexi-cushion court on Sat. (19 Sep); as both players were keen to try this surface.
The other two matches (David vs Edgar and Wil vs Shane) were played on synthetic grass courts when the spring sun was at its best – quite hot.
Unfortunately, no photos for Wil as he usually takes the action shots – he couldn’t take photos and play at the same time.
“I have been playing tennis for 2-3 years, and during that time it’s mostly been doubles play in the social events at Collaroy. When COVID hit, a number of members started playing singles and I am now hooked. Can’t blame my doubles partner anymore, its all down to me.”
GARETH, SINGLES COMPETITOR
After 7 round-robin rounds, the placings are listed below as well as the semis and finals.
| Group A | Group B |
| 1st – Wil | 1st – James |
| 2nd – Colin | 2nd – David |
| 3rd – Andres | 3rd – Edgar |
| 4th – Shane | 4th – Peter |
| . | . |
| Semi-Finals | Semi-Finals |
| Wil* vs Shane | James* vs Peter |
| Colin vs Andres* | David vs Edgar* |
| . | . |
| Final | Final |
| Wil vs Andres | James vs Edgar |
The Grand Final will be played between Group A and B winners, next week – date/time to be announced.