Debbie & Sophie Butland from Taunton travelled to Bournemouth over the weekend to compete in the first International Beach Tennis Tournament which took place at Boscombe Beach near Bournemouth.
Debbie and Sophie lost to the eventual runners up in a third set tie-break after a hard fought match. Debbie said 'it was great fun and we're very glad we took part. It was very hot and hard work on the sand'.
Sophie also played in the Mixed Doubles event with Brett Townsend. After getting knocked out in the first round 6-4 6-4 by the overall winners, they went on to win the consolation draw.
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