Parnell Lawn Tennis Club "The Lawn" 1 December, 2023

All of us at the PLTC are excited and looking forward to a fun-filled December this year, and what better opportunity than to be at the PARNELL CHRISTMAS PARTY on the 13th of December 6PM. It's sure to be a fun evening, so come by and enjoy the festivities. It will be a wonderful opportunity to mingle, enjoy the company of friends and fellow members, and partake in the holiday spirit. Please register your interest with Feleti, and note there is a $20 fee to pay for some Xmas nibbles.

Earlier one the very same day is the fabulous MIDWEEK LADIES CHRISTMAS TOURNAMENT, starting December 13th 9:15am. This will be a convivial event! Dress up and enjoy a shared lunch with some competitive tennis. We are looking for a generous PLTC member who would like to Sponsor a bottle of bubbles or two for our lovely Ladies - please contact Kat here.

We need all JUNIOR INTER-CLUBBERS to advise Goran ASAP if they are NOT playing next season - Starts Sunday 11 Feb. It is a great way for your children to stay fit and busy in the holidays. Get in early and sign up to the Juniors school holiday tennis. Check out the details below.

Check out the incredible CARO BOWL RESULTS. We are so proud of our teams, and also their management. They really have been amazing with their talents and skills - just spectacular tennis to watch! Little Island Women’s beat Buckland’s Beach 5-1. Well done! The Head Men’s beat Royal Oak on a winning draw. Awesome! A huge thank you to everyone that helped out on the night: Phi Dennis, Liz Bell, Kat, Sean Brown, Julie Turner, Graeme Fraser, Kitty Gemmell, and any others who made it a great event. The final standings after the final round:

Little Island Womens: Finished 2nd, 2 points behind Next Gen.

Head Men’s finished 3rd, 4 points behind Next Gen. & Karaka

CARO BOWL FINALS Friday 1st December

Little Island Women's - Parnell vs. Next Gen at Next Gen 6pm (Formalities commence at 5:30pm)

Let's get out there and support the Women’s at Next Gen. See you there!

BATTLE OF THE BRIDGE

A huge thank you to everyone that attended on Sunday: PLTC Vs Northcote. Northcote were too strong on the day, taking out this inaugural challenge. Northcote thoroughly enjoyed the Parnell Hospitality and had an amazing day! Next year, Northcote will host Parnell. Again, a huge thank you to everyone for providing an amazing plate. A big thanks also to everyone that helped on the day in the kitchen! A special mention to Liz for organising & pre-setting the platters with Phi.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY TENNIS CLINIC

AT PARNELL LAWN TENNIS CLUB. AGE: 5 – 18 years old.

2023

WEEK 1 - from Monday to Friday 11, 12,13, 14, 15 DEC 2023

WEEK 2 - from Monday to Friday 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 DEC 2023

2024

WEEK 1- from Monday to Friday 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 JAN 2024

WEEK 2 - from Monday to Friday 22. 23, 24, 25, 26 JAN 2024

TIME/ COST 9:00 am to 12 noon (Morning Clinic) $250 or $55 per day

CONTACT - Goran Marsic (021) 1677- 460 Email: gmarsic@gmail.com

EVERY WEEK AT PLTC

WEDNESDAY CLUB NIGHT 5.45pm for 6pm every Wed - Check “The App’ for weather. Fabulous sessions of fun and active-paced drill type sessions and then a chance to play some doubles. Followed by a beverage and a piece of Sal's pizza. Do keep an eye on our APP alert to confirm we will be playing.

Ideal for new members. Also, remind anyone who may be interested in joining PLTC that this is a great way to get a good feel for the club and its facilities.

MID WEEK LADIES Enjoy a fun Wednesday morning of social tennis with the Ladies. 9:30am each Wednesday morning, weather permitting. We welcome all Ladies of any ability.

SATURDAY BOOT CAMP - 9am to 10.30am Please register with Juan by phone if you wish to take part, or click this link here.

JUNIORS - JUNIOR POST XMAS INTERCLUB starts Sunday 11 Feb 2024,

JUNIOR COACHING FREE Junior coaching for all Junior members on Saturday at PLTC (but not during the school and public holidays). New members are most welcome. Please contact Goran for details (021)1677 460 gmarsic@gmail.com

Time: 9:00-10:30am. (5-9 years old), 10:30am - 12pm (10 - 18 years old)

If you have any relevant news or updates we can add to the newsletter, please GET IN TOUCH with Kat here before each Tuesday lunchtime.

COMMITTEE Graeme Fraser, (President) Grant Waller (Vice-President), Liz Bell, Philippa Dennis (Secretary), Kat Bamford, Hamish Thomson (Treasurer) and Sean Brown. We welcome your feedback.

BAR HOURS. Open from 4pm every day* Join your tennis group and friends after tennis or anytime, for a well deserved refreshment at the well equipped bar - serving drinks and snacks. (*except some public Holidays)

NO DOGS Please leave furry friends at home, even if it is a super friendly family dog.