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Match at The Devonshire, Plymouth

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21 October 2025

We have now arranged a date for our 3-pair match at The Devonshire in Plymouth for competitive tennis sessions on Fri 14th (5-8pm) and Sat 15th (11am-2pm) November. Court surface is indoor carpet and they are booked for 3 hours each session, with some flexibility. The aim is for a county standard match comprising men's, ladies and mixed doubles.
We need a team of 4 men (2 x 55+, 2 x 65+) and 2 women (60+) to challenge our West Country friends so applications are now invited from Club members for both days. If you are only able to make one of the days that may be of help.
An overnight stay is likely (Friday 14th) so let us know as soon as possible whether you would like to be considered in order that hotel rooms can be booked. Of course, if you live relatively locally then you may be able to travel each day.
SLTC of GB contact - Phil Tovey (mobile or email can be found on members contact list)

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World Masters for ages 75, 80, 85 & 90+ held in Croatia

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18 October 2025

There were creditable performances at the World Masters Championships for ages 75+ held in Croatia during October where many of our members represented the various GB Teams (see post on 1st October). Notable was Phyllis Bentham who won a GB team bronze and with playing partner Pedro Castano (Spain) took silver medal in the 80+ mixed doubles individual event.

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Condolences - Anthony Henry Billington

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10 October 2025

It was with great sadness that we learnt of the death of Tony Billington on 4th September 2025, aged 79 and a member of our Club since 1991. Tony was a great tennis enthusiast, talented player, dedicated match and tournament organiser and an indefatigable fundraiser for sport and various other deserving causes.
The Billington family is steeped in tennis and four generations have competed at Wimbledon, the last being Tim Henman. Tony's father, Henry Billington, was one of our Club’s Founder Members in 1959.
Our sincere condolences go to Tony’s family and many friends, especially those at the All England Club and Bradfield College. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday 1st November at 2.30 pm in Bradfield College.

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Condolences - Kenneth Frank Buswell

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5 October 2025

We are very sorry to inform you of the death of Ken Buswell, who died on September 18th at the age of 92. Ken was a valued member of the SLTCGB since 1979, a member of the IC of GB and a Full Member of the All England Club since 2007.
As a Junior, Ken won multiple Warwickshire titles in singles and doubles, before representing the county at County Week on 18 occasions. He was later President of Warwickshire LTA. He was also a long-serving member of the Edgbaston Priory Club.
In Veterans’ competitions, Ken won multiple titles in singles and doubles and represented Great Britain on many occasions, captaining his country several times.
Our condolences go out to his family and friends.
Ken's funeral will be on 24 October 1.45pm at Sutton Coldfield crematorium B75 6LG.

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Mixed team lose at Winchester

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3 October 2025

Our annual match at Winchester ended in a 1-3 defeat. Usually including men’s and ladies doubles, the format was changed to just two mixed pairs due to player availability. Well done to Barry and Jane for avoiding the bagel! Thank you to our hosts for their post-match hospitality.

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World Masters - Club representation

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1 October 2025

Congratulations and good luck to the following Club members who have been selected to represent GB Teams at the World Masters 75, 80 & 85 event in Croatia 5th - 8th October: Rosemary Wilson, Barbara Bloor, Niall Sweeney, Nigel Barker, Peter Bretherton, Phyllis Bentham, Roy Henderson, Richard Rowlandson.

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Drawn mixed match at West Hants

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24 September 2025

This fixture was not affected by weather as in previous years and the 2-2 draw was a fair result on the day. Thank you to our host The West Hants Club in Bournemouth and all players involved in a lovely afternoon of competitive tennis.

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Convincing win for our ladies team at Roehampton

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7 September 2025

Despite some threatening weather the match was competitively played at this lovely venue. Our 4-pair ladies team prevailed 10-4 (sets) thereby avenging last year's defeat. A scrumptious post-match tea was enjoyed by everyone and thank you to the Roehampton Club for their hospitality.

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British Masters Open Grass Court 2025 - Eastbourne

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31 August 2025

Competitors representing over 20 different nationalities converged on Eastbourne 26-31 August to compete in this grass court event. Always played at the mercy of the weather and with numbers down on previous years, the tournament reached a satisfactory conclusion. Congratulations to all Club Members who won events and reached finals - detailed results can be accessed via the ITF World Tennis Masters Tour Calendar website.

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Ladies lose tight match at St. George's

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28 August 2025

Our ladies team just lost on sets 6-8 at St. George's Hill in a closely contested 4-pair encounter, which reversed last year's result. However, a glorious afternoon of grass court tennis ended with a lovely tea - what more is there to like?

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Mixed Team win at Gerrards Cross LTC

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19 August 2025

Gerrards Cross LT&CC has been in existence since the early 1900's and is currently blessed with excellent playing and social facilities. In terms of the match and despite some personnel issues we won 7-3 (sets) and everyone enjoyed themselves. Many thanks to Toni Marchetti for his organisation and all-round hospitality.

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Men prevail against PSOB

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18 August 2025

A fine win 4-0 win on clay over PSOB at the excellent Oxshott Village Sports Club. The final score belies the competitive tennis played by all pairs as we avenged last year's 1-3 loss.