What do you think the FTC Championships in 2016 should be like? Fishbourne Tennis Club is asking members for their views on the 2016 Championships, following the updating of the club’s usual tournament format in 2015. ‘This is your opportunity to tell us what you think before any decision is taken,’ said FTC chairman David Lord.…
The Masters winter series got under way at Fishbourne on Thursday 12 November with a visit from Ryde Lawn Tennis Club on the Isle of Wight. Representing Fishbourne 2 were Gay Collins and Sue Groves, and Nick Downey and Robin Coghlan. Four rubbers were played, two mixed and a men’s and ladies’ doubles. Ryde Lawn…
After some extremely close matches, the result of the most recent American Tournament at Fishbourne on Sunday 18 November wasn’t decided until the final match of the day. Roy emerged on top for the men with 20 points – a worthy winner since he had organised the competition in the first place. Among the ladies, top place was…
It was an early start in glorious sunshine when Andre the giant, Chris Gosden, Phil Tite and Tom Craddock set sail for their men’s Sussex League match against West Chiltington. With everyone in good spirits and no one sporting a hangover the omens were good, and Andre our very own in-car sat nav ensured we got there in…
Dear Fishbourne Tennis Club member, Welcome to the latest regular email update of the exciting things happening at your tennis club. AUTUMN/WINTER DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Sunday 4 October, Petanque in the Park, 2pm-4pm. All boules, instruction and French expletives provided. To be held in large gravel-surfaced car park at the Fishbourne Centre. Sign up…
Some close matches and plenty of friendly competition were the hallmarks of the inaugural club challenge with Southsea Tennis Club in gloriously sunny weather in Southsea on Sunday (20 September). Six mixed pairs from Fishbourne Tennis Club took on six mixed pairs from Southsea for a great afternoon of tennis in what everyone hopes will now…
A closely-fought men’s singles final between two of Fishbourne Tennis Club’s most competitive players proved a highlight of a successful Finals Day on Saturday (5 September). After losing the first set to Tom Craddock 4-6, Chris Gosden overcame early nerves and fought back to take the next two sets 6-3, 6-3. The match lasted almost…