MCS Tennis August Newsletter

📆 Date for your Diary - MCS Finals Day, Sat 13th Sept  

The next significant event for your diaries is Saturday 13th September for the MCS event of the year, Finals Day. The matches are coming thick and fast as players battle to be one of the finalists going for glory on Finals Day.  It is always a wonderful occasion with a BBQ, snacks, drinks as well as sunshine and lots of thrilling tennis on offer.

More details to come soon about timings but make sure you add the date to your diary!

If anyone is able to volunteer to help with prep and running things on the day, please could you get in touch with Ali.

🏆 Open Day & American Tournament on Sun 3 Aug

What a brilliant day we had for our summer tournament and open day! The sun was shining, the courts were buzzing, and the club was full of friendly faces, both familiar and new.

A big congratulations to Ian and Sue A, who took home the tournament title with some fantastic play – well deserved! And of course, we can’t forget Kim, who won the gingerbread house - a sweet victory indeed!

It was lovely to see such a great turnout, with some potential new members getting a taste of what makes our club special. The day really showcased the spirit of the club: welcoming, sociable, and full of great tennis.

Thanks to everyone who came along and helped make the day such a success – here’s to many more! Date for your diaries: the next tournament is on Sunday 26th October.

📱 MCS “Social Tennis WhatsApp” Group

The best ways to stay up to date with club news is via our WhatsApp group. If you would like to be added please email Ali or Bella.

🎾 Junior Tennis Camps

Please spread the word about our 3 hour fun tennis camps in August.

These sessions are suitable for children from 6-16 years. We will split the age groups and work with different ages/abilities. Children will be able to develop their tennis skills and play fun games.

1. Wednesday August 6th 9-12pm: Book Here

2. Thursday August 28th 9-12pm: Book Here

If you have any questions please contact Sarah or Tina on [email protected]

🚶 Walking Tennis Taster Session

We’re offering a free Walking Tennis taster session on Friday 26th September at 11am, followed by coffee and cake… the perfect combo!

Walking Tennis is a fun and inclusive version of the game, ideal for those who may prefer a gentler pace. It’s played on a standard court with slightly adapted rules – no running or jumping, just good rallies, good laughs, and a good time. Whether you’re returning to tennis after a break, recovering from injury, or simply fancy something a little less energetic, Walking Tennis could be just the thing.

Everyone is welcome – members and non-members alike – so bring a friend and come and give it a try!

📰 Update on Coaching at MCS

Things are going well with getting more coaching at MCS. Sarah and Tina (who lead a very impressive coaching programme at Boughton) are running junior camps this week and at the end of August (see above!). News on rusty, junior and adult coaching programmes coming soon.

🥇 MCS Team Standings in Summer League

The summer league is nearly complete, congratulations to all those who have represented MCS and thank you to the all of you have come along to cheer our teams on.

You can see how all our teams are getting on as we get towards the end of the various H&W LTA leagues below.

• MCS Ladies A playing in Division 3 Combines - currently 7th from 9

• MCS Ladies B playing in Division 6 West - currently 6th from 7

• MCS Men A playing in Division 4 West - currently 4th from 8

• MCS Men B playing in Division 5 West  - currently 5th from 6

• MCS Mixed A playing in Division 3 West - currently 3rd from 8

• MCS Mixed B playing in Division 5 West  - currently 5th from 9

If you would be interested in playing for the club in league matches but not sure how to go about it, then please email Helen or Steve. They will be very keen to hear from you!

🍫 Serve ‘n’ Snack Shack

Check out the fridge for a range of cold drinks and naughty snacks - prices are on the fridge door and money goes in the box in the cupboard.  All proceeds go to the club.

🎾 Overgrips for sale

We’re running a trial of selling overgrips in the clubhouse. We are selling premium Babolat and Decathalon overgrips to see if and what people like. All grips are being sold below RRP so it’s a good deal. As this a trial, we are keeping money separate - please pay cash in the box. Sorry, no credit or IOUs.

Email Bella know if you have any requests or feedback.

🎾 Free balls if you refer new members

We would love some new members. Let your friends and family know about the club. If an adult signs up due to your introduction then a lovely tube of Head balls will be yours. Please email Peter to claim your balls.

👕 Club Kit

Why not complete your tennis experience, be the envy of your club mates and also help to raise club funds by ordering some cool club kit?  Hoodies, jackets, T-shirts, polo shirts, and headbands are all available. For further information, catalogue details and a quote please email Kim.

💛 Safeguarding

Any safeguarding concerns contact the club Welfare Officer, Anne Spargo.  The first aid kit is in the cupboard on the left of the clubhouse as you enter. As a reminder, the defibrillator code is C1267.

🎾 Tennis Balls

Head Tour balls can be purchased from the club for £6 for a 4-ball tube. If you need balls, please email Peter (or at 07752704525) who will let you know how to get hold of your balls and how to pay. Please do not take balls without agreeing with Peter in advance. 

📱 Facebook

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💬 Feedback

Please email Bella with feedback, ideas or requests for content.