The Junior Singles Club Championships will be held Friday, December 15, through Tuesday, December 19. This is a nonsanctioned singles tournament for HVTC members. The entry fee is $29 and includes court time and balls. Please sign up at the desk and inform the desk staff of your availability by Wednesday, December 13.
Trophies are awarded to all finalists if at least six players enter the draw.
Consolation matches will be arranged for those eliminated in the first round.
During a potluck supper on Wednesday, December 13, Clare North, Mike Ware, and the Huron Valley professional staff honor the junior players (8th grade and below) who have distinguished themselves during the year. The annual Junior Awards Banquet includes free tennis 5–6pm and dinner at 6. Junior members 8th grade and below and their parents are invited. Call the front desk to RSVP with number of family members and to put your potluck dish on the list. Please, no Jello or pies.
The club awards bronze, silver, and gold medals to juniors (through 8th grade) based on accumulated points. Tournament play is 3 points, interclub matches are 2 points, and practice matches are 1 point. Players are encouraged to keep track of their tennis throughout the year. A scoring sheet is available at the front desk and by the pro office. Players whose yearly total is 20–35 points earn a bronze, those with 36–49 points get silver, and those who have 50+ points earn the gold. Point totals need to be handed in at the desk by December 11.
The annual Junior Doubles Club Championship is a non-sanctioned doubles tournament for HVTC junior members. Events include Boys’ and Girls’ 16–18 and 12–14 divisions. The entry deadline is Tuesday, November 21; fee is $16 per player. Format will be similar to our two-hour mini tournaments, with dates and times to be announced. Each will run 2-3 hours. Ask the staff if you need help finding a partner.