The Vernon Weaver Tournament 2016

Monday, April 11, 2016

This year the Vernon Weaver was held at Tarka Tennis Centre. In the Mens’ event, unfortunately Teignmouth who were representing the Exeter League were unable to get a team and pulled out the night before. Atlantic Racquet Centre (formerly Westward Ho! TC) kindly provided a team at short notice so that Budleigh could have a friendly match in the morning. In the other semi final Hill Lane (Plymouth league) beat Tarka on a countback of games. The final was a showcase of exciting tennis and ended with Hill Lane beating Budleigh 3 rubbers to one and thus another new name on the shield.

Hill Lane Men's Team

In the ladies event, Virgin Active Devonshire defeated Atlantic Racquet Centre 31-28 on a countback of games, whilst Torquay beat Exwick 3-1. The final was fiercely competed with Torquay taking the title away from the defending champions 6-4 on a countback of sets after the match was drawn at 2 rubbers each. Both Torquay pairs took Natalie Hepburn and Shannon Sandy to match tie breaks but the Devonshire pair remained unbeaten all day.

Torquay Ladies Team

David Vinall presented the prizes on behalf of Devon LTA and Marian refereed the event

 
 

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