Nov 1, 2022 | International Events, USCTA News
by Jon Crowell Arriving in London at 6:40 am on Saturday morning the excitement of match play was still two days away. Despite not having slept at all on the plane, I arrived surprisingly awake with the possibilities of this fabulous tournament at the top of my mind. It was not intentional but, very conveniently, 3 of the 4 US Bathurst Cup team members landed within minutes of each other at Heathrow airport and met up for the second time as teammates in the arrival hall beyond customs. Having seen each other in Philadelphia for a two-day training camp the… Read the Full Story >
Nov 1, 2022 | Tournament Results, US Events, USCTA News
by Leon Smart On October 13th – 16th, The Tennis and Racquet Club hosted the annual Jimmy Knott Memorial Singles. This year’s field included 31 players with representation from the USA, England, and France. The Open Division was highly contested with Whitey Cup selection on the line. The shock result of the tournament came when T&R local, Andrew Peabody, defeated the number 1 seed and former US Amateur champion Todd Meringoff, 6-5 in the third set. On the other side of the draw, Alex Spence faced numerous match points against Ben Hudson at 5-2 40-0 down, but somehow, Alex managed… Read the Full Story >
Nov 1, 2022 | USCTA News
THE SOLDIER A RECOLLECTION OF JIMMY KNOTT by George Bell He was stocky, feral in his gait, wild-eyed with one brow often arched as he strode down the third-floor hallway of the R&T on his way to the locker room. But he was dapper too, arrayed with his pocket square and regimental tie and doubled-breasted blazer and gold buttons. He honored the club’s dress code, even in his early 20s, while most of us came through the backdoor without a tie and rode up the service elevator. With his long face and prominent nose, he resembled a French nobleman. Jimmy… Read the Full Story >
Nov 1, 2022 | Tournament Results, Uncategorized, US Events
by Dawson Lane The carriages and holsters on the 3:10 to Tuxedo were fully loaded with passengers from near and far for Hadden Tomes 2022. Cowboy Chisholm kicked off a jam-packed schedule of tennis on Friday, complete with unique orange and yellow balls designed to give everyone vertigo even before the bourbon was opened. Off the court, Rich Mueller once again delighted the evening crowd with his musical talents – accompanied on the mic by some of his favourite saloon girls. On the court, duels were battled (with racquets and witty barbs only), and excellent play continued throughout the weekend. On Saturday… Read the Full Story >
Nov 1, 2022 | Juniors, Tournament Results, US Events
by Tim Chisholm A small but enthusiastic group of Juniors and their parents descended upon The Tuxedo Club on October 8th & 9th for the rescheduled USCTA Junior Nationals. With juniors from The Tuxedo Club, The Racquet Club of Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and The Queen’s Club…37 matches were played over two days to determine the 2022 National Champions. U11 Championship Champion – Magnus Mitby Finalist – Kurt Mueller U13 Championship Champion – Henry Nieuwerburgh Finalist – Kurt Mueller U15 Championship Champion- Maximus Warner Finalist – Paul Nieuwerburgh U17/19 Championship Champion- Maximus Warner Finalist – Johnny Dawson A special thanks to Dave Christensen… Read the Full Story >
Oct 9, 2022 | International Events, US Events
The Bathurst Cup matches begin on Monday. Representing the USA are: Jon Crowell, Freddie Bristowe, Peter Dickinson & Pat Winthrop for the men and Freddie Adam & Xanthe Ranger for the women. Lots of great info in the attached program. Watch The Bathurst Cup Livestream here! https://bit.ly/3CK0dkl #RealTennis Bathurst Program
Oct 4, 2022 | Tournament Results, US Events
Freddie Bristowe wins 2022 Below Zero – defeating Tony Hollins 4-6, 6-0, 6-1 The Racquet and Tennis Club hosted the 2022 Below Zero from October 3rd through the 6th. A total of sixteen of the country’s professional and top-amateur players competed for the prize of Below Zero champion. Unfortunately, top-seed and past winner, Barney Tanfield, was forced to withdraw shortly before the event leading to a shake-up in the draw. Josh Dodgson, Tony Hollins and Adrian Kemp were the top seeded professionals, with Jon Crowell and Freddie Bristowe leading the amateur ranks. The event began on Monday the 3rd with… Read the Full Story >
Oct 1, 2022 | US Events, USCTA News
by James Zug photo by Tim Edwards In September 2022 the USCTA was proud to award Kathryn Ronaldson McNicoll the 2022 George Plimpton Prize. The ceremony was held at Prested Hall during the Fourth International Conference on the History of Tennis. Frederica Adam, on behalf of the Real Tennis Society, hosted the conference on the second day of the World Championship. Numerous historians gave talks during the conference, including John Shneerson on tennis at Lords, Ian Harris on Philip the Bold of Burgandy, David Best on tennis in London and Michael Lindell on the world of Mikko, the famous tennis artist.… Read the Full Story >
Oct 1, 2022 | Overseas Events
by Jeremy Wintersteen The 100th anniversary of the Bathurst Cup will take place in England at Marylebone Cricket Club (Lord’s) from October 8-15. An international amateur team competition between France, Australia, England, and the United States, the Bathurst Cup was first contested in 1922 and is played every two years. It was last hosted by the Racquet Club of Chicago with England taking the Cup. The United States team is comprised of Jon Crowell (captain), Pat Winthrop, Freddie Bristowe, and Pete Dickinson. Jon and Pat are veteran players from previous Bathurst campaigns and Freddie and Pete are new additions and… Read the Full Story >
Sep 29, 2022 | USCTA News
MEMORIAL SERVICE ARRANGEMENTS ARE POSTED AT THE END OF THE STORY Mike Gooding January 1, 1965 – September 28, 2022 Michael H.J. Gooding died on Tuesday. He was fifty-seven years old. Mike Gooding was a beloved leader in court tennis for the past forty years. He grew up in Troon in southwest Scotland and attended Marr College. As a junior he was a top badminton player, representing Scotland. In 1979, at age fourteen, he was introduced to court tennis at the revived Sun Court in Troon—Chris Ronaldson, then the pro at Troon, hosted the Scottish badminton team at the court.… Read the Full Story >
