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 On 16 September on the indoor courts of Easton Tennis Centre near Norwich four doubles pairs from Norfolk and Cambridgeshire duly arrived, donned masks and in a suitably socially distanced way, walked onto court. Each pair played two matches and everyone savoured the sense of relief and euphoria to be playing a county match again. Fittingly the result was a draw with four rubbers being won by each team. Cambridge A won 3-1 and Norfolk B won 3-1. The real winner was tennis with the taking part being far more important than the result – just for once! What did we learn from the experience? Well the two biggest negatives were the need for everyone to travel separately, which did not do much for global warming. Nor could we meet up after the match for refreshments and an extended chat. However the pluses far outweighed these irritations. Play was competitive but in very good spirit. There was ample opportunity to talk to opponents during and after the matches and the careful attention of Easton Tennis Centre to comply with Covid-19 requirements and yet remain welcoming was exemplary. Many thanks to Jim Hunter, the Cambridgeshire captain, who did a fantastic job liaising with his opposite Number for Norfolk Rob Ollman. Well done to all the Cambridgeshire team who put in good performances against a higher rated team. We all look forward to a return match in Cambridgeshire before the year is out.
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During this very crazy world of Covid19 and lockdown we are now experiencing, sadly all County and National Tennis events were cancelled from mid March. However, I am still very pleased to be able to report some brilliant achievements from many of our county players. Jan2020 Tipton Indoor Championships 45s MS semis - Andrew Moraghan 45s MD Winner Pieter Van Houten, R/U David Mills & Nick Boys 50s WS & WD Winner - Teresa Catlin 55s MD R/U, Alan Jordan/Scott Martin 60s WS Winner Judy Horn 60s WD semis, Sue Mitchell /Pat Forster 2019/20 Midlands Counties Veterans Winter Leagues, held at Corby Indoor Tennis Centre, our Cambs 55s Men's team (Capt. Ashley Martin) won the Men's 55s league for the first time in 27 years! It came down to 'winner takes all' as both Cambs and Leics were level on wins against Norths, Notts, Warks, Lincs & Beds. Also our Cambs 40s ladies (Capt. Christine Sprowell) having won the last 3 years, sadly were R/U this year. They were in the same position having drawn on sets with Lincs up to the last match. So it came also came down to 'winner takes all' with Lincs winning. Scottish Indoor Championships 3-8 Feb 55WD Jenny Chin R/U http://www.cambslta.org.uk/news https://www3.lta.org.uk/ Further achievements but all matches were cancelled. Teresa Catlin, was selected to play for GB in the singles and doubles for the 50s ladies team and Judy Horn, Sue’s sister, selected to play for the ladies 60s team, at the 2020 World Tennis International Team and Individual Championships to be held in Florida in May. Also Dan Ahl (Cambs ex CPO) was selected to play for the men’s 50s team. Alan Jordan and Scott Martin were selected to play for our Men’s England 55s team in the 4 Nations Cup (England, Wales, Scotland & Ireland) Seniors age group tennis Championships due to be held at Bolton Arena mid May. Hunstanton LTT was voted the best tournament of the year. Steve Shaw was voted the best volunteer. Teresa Catlin was then voted the best LTA Seniors Ladies player of the year alongside Dan Evans and Joanna Konta at a Virtual LTA Ceremony. Please see below with Teresa’s comments. Then on Saturday 12 September @ CLTC, Teresa was presented personally by Edward Oakenfull who is STGB lead selector, her LTA Seniors player of the year, trophy. https://www.lta.org.uk/about-us/tennis-news/news-and-opinion/general-news/2020/july/lta-tennis-awards/teresa-catlin-named-womens-senior-player-of-the-year-at-lta-tennis-awards/   Yujiro's star continues to rise after victory in the LTA Youth National Series 18.
In an event for the top 16 players in the 18 years and under category, 16 year old Yujiro was the youngest player at the tournament, but that did not hold back the Cambridge ace. In the first round, he defeated Oliver 6-2 6-0, and followed that up in the quarter finals with a 6-4. 1-6 10-5 success over Matthew. The semi finals saw Yujiro pitted against top seed William, and he emerged triumphant 6-4 6-3 to set up a final against third see Billy. Afer losing the first set 6-4, Yujiro responded by taking the next two sets 6-4, 10-5 to take the overall victory. As the prize Yujiro received a wildcard offer to play in the LTA British Tour: Return to Elite Competition event at the National Tennis Centre from 4th to 6th September. The message from the Prime Minister this evening should result in all tennis activities being suspended. Detailed advice for venues and coaches can be found by following the links on the following page: https://www.lta.org.uk/about-us/tennis-news/news-and-opinion/general-news/2020/march/coronavirus-covid-19---latest-advice/
Based on information we have received from the LTA, we know that 80% of the LTA Accredited Coach workforce are declared as self-employed and understand that this brings with it particular worry and concern right now, especially with the announcement tonight that ends all tennis coaching. The LTA and many other bodies are in ongoing conversations with Government to make sure the concerns of the self employed are heard. These bodies are all pushing for Government to make further support available. In the meantime, Cambridgeshire LTA will try and support the local workforce with both advice and, in certain circumstances, some limited financial support. If any coach needs any assistance or if anyone in our community is able to help, please contact us at the admin@cambslta.org.uk The LTA is issuing regular guidance with respect to tennis and the coronavirus. The latest guidance can be found by following the link below:
https://www.lta.org.uk/about-us/tennis-news/news-and-opinion/general-news/2020/march/coronavirus-covid-19---latest-advice/ Within this link you will find further links taking you to tailored advice for coaches and venues. We strongly recommend that you check this on a regular basis to ensure you are following the latest recommended practice with respect to your tennis activities. As with any other illness, all those involved in tennis in Britain are encouraged to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 and avoid catching it by following Public Health England and NHS guidance. Information on how to do this is provided on the NHS.UK website, with additional information available on the Public Health England blog. It is imperative that anyone who has been advised to self-isolate or stay at home based on the advice on the NHS.UK website should not take part in tennis activities for the duration of the specified period and we would ask that people do not visit any tennis sites if they have any concerns about their health. If you have any specific tennis related questions over and above the guidance please email us on: Tim Arthur (Chair) tim.arthur@cambslta.org.uk Mark Sanders (LTA Councillor) mark.sanders@cambslta.org.uk  Mason won the U10 Grade 5 tournament at Legends Tennis Centre on 8 February and was runner up at the U10 Grade 4 tournament at Hills Road on 12 January and Dallington on 23 February.
 Millie and Daisy won the U14 Grade 4 doubles event at Harlow on 8 March. Well done to you both.
 Olivia has recently won four grade 4 U10 events at Welwyn Junior Open, Our Lady of Muswell, the East Winter County Tour North Oxford Lawn Tennis Club and the Culford Open. Congratulations.
 Lillian won the U8 mixed tournament in Bedford on 7 March. Well done
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