In July, Australia is hosting the Van Alen, Clothier, and Limb Cups. These are international team events open to players under the age of 26. The USA will compete against Great Britain in the Van Alen and against Australia for the Clothier Cup. The Limb Cup is G.B. vs. Australia.
The tournaments are held every two years and rotate between countries. Team USA won the Van Alen and Clothier Cups in 2019 in Manchester. The matches were postponed a year due to Covid travel restrictions in 2021.
Representing the U.S. are Freddie Bristowe, Erik Barker, Pete Dickinson, and Chase Motz. They will be accompanied by the team coach – Ivan Ronaldson.
In addition to the team matches, the players will also play in the Australian U26s and U21s. Both are singles and doubles.
Itinerary
HOBART
Mon 27 June & Tue 28 June: practice and jet lag recovery
Wed 29 June – Sat 2 July: Australian Amateur Junior Singles & Doubles (under 26)
BALLARAT
Sun 3 July: depart early from Hobart (1 hr flight Hobart-Melb); practice for USA & G.B. teams
Mon 4 July – Tue 5 July (incl a 4th July Celebration!): Van Alen Cup (USA v G.B.)
N.B. Potential optional visit to Romsey to see/play the court there
MELBOURNE
Wed 6 July: depart for Melbourne (1hr) and practice day (all three countries)
Thu 7 July – Fri 8 July: Clothier Cup (Aust v USA)
Sat 9 July – Sun 10 July: George Limb Cup (Aust v G.B.)
Thu 7 July – Sun 10 July: Australian Amateur Junior Singles (under 21)
There will, of course be a full program of social events, including hopefully a trip to the MCG in Melbourne to see an Australian Football match.
