Dannette Hunnel
Impressive skills and fierce competition took place on the Cottonwood tennis courts during February. In the Mixed Doubles Tournament, strategy, talent, patience, and partner communication were exhibited throughout the weeklong event. Spectators witnessed a rollercoaster of skills from these boy/girl, American/Canadian partnerships with dynamic, up-to-the-minute performances and great moments of sportsmanship.
The play rules were the best of three sets or a tiebreaker. Man, there were some thrilling tiebreakers!
The final results were as follows:
Winning teams:
3.5: Mike Jaltuch and Kathy Molitor, USA; Finalists Dean Sinerius and Maryann Sinerius, USA
3.0: Paul Homan and Susan Aparicio, USA; Finalists Terry Braun and Carol Trentadue, USA
2.5: Jeff Carr and Teresa Hermsen, USA; Finalists Jerzon Vargas and Felisha Kulba, USA (determined by a round-robin play)
Congratulations to all!
Considering tennis as a pastime or sport? Don’t be dismayed. The Cottonwood Tennis Club is not all about award-winning battles. The club is so much more about fun, with an emphasis on exercise, camaraderie, improving skills, and opportunities to get out in the fresh air and sunshine. It’s also a little about cute tennis outfits, happy hours, dances, making new friends, keeping up with community happenings, decorating, helping out with the tournament food service, and occasional group outings. If this is something that appeals to you, go to www.cottonwoodtennisclub.com to see how you can get involved. We offer both social and player memberships. Free lessons and drop-in play are offered. Don’t fear the competition. Come down to the Cottonwood tennis courts and check out our players in action or friendly members milling around near the courts.