Barb Jorgensen Cottonwood Tennis Club held the 2nd Annual Monsoon Mimosa Breakfast this August but, first, there was short court tennis at 6 a.m. The shorter court, depressurized tennis ball, and paddle make it an easy sport for everyone. A match, played in about half the time of a full court tennis match, makes it…
The Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament, sponsored by the Cottonwood Tennis Club, is scheduled for Nov. 16-23. The Bradshaw/Neu Tournament is the largest and most exciting club and community builder fundraiser of the year for both participants and spectators. Entry is open to all 55+ communities in the area, and all of the Cottonwood courts are used…
Barb Jorgensen Cottonwood Tennis Club celebrated May, National Tennis Month, with a Cinco de Mayo theme. Since when do we need an excuse to have a party? Everyone brought some very fun, Mexican-inspired foods, and Bill Swift served refreshments, along with our food court volunteers and coordinators Teresa Hermsen and Barb Jorgensen. Mexican music helped…
Dannette Hunnel, Barb Jorgensen Cottonwood Tennis Club welcomes new board members for the 2025-26 season. They are Mike Jaltuch, president; Susan Hood, past president; Mike Gallant, vice president; Steve Norvet, treasurer; Julia Romanin, secretary; and Mike Burdett, tournament director. Each member brings a unique set of skills to our club. All individuals have volunteered to…
Most everyone at the Cottonwood Tennis Club will recognize Dick Kane and Carl Day, currently our oldest weekly players. Here are some interesting facts about these two accomplished members. Dick Kane (who turned 90 last December) became a full-time resident in Sun Lakes after being a snowbird from Kansas City for 18 years. Originally from…
Dannette Hunnel Do you like to stay active? How about being outside in fresh air and sunshine, enjoying Arizona’s uniquely different seasons? Interested in meeting new people from many different states/countries and backgrounds? Do you like to cook, bake, or help around the kitchen? Do you enjoy happy hours with snacks, live music, raffles, dances,…
The Ladies 3.0/3.5 League celebrated their final play with a pretty sandwich and salad lunch by Susan Aparico, homemade table deco by Toni Reider, and, of course, wine. The group is very grateful to have Susie Dunn taking charge of the league. Kris Ongert and Pat McRobert tied for first place. Tina Carr and Toni…
Not only did they have a big turnout (45 players play in the Men’s Spring League for 2025), but they got wives Linda Cain, Marna Brooks, Tracy Brooks, and Louise Pelletier to help with home-grilled bison burgers, baked beans, chips, cookies, soda, and lots and lots of beer! Overall winners were Scott Nichols for 3.5…
Barb Jorgensen This tournament isn’t just a contest of tennis skills, but one of many, and all in good fun! Which country makes the best drink? USA’s Bloody Mary vs. Canada’s Caesar. Who wears the most patriotic clothing, and who can sing each other’s anthem the loudest? Chef Jeff Villareal treated nearly 100 participants to…
Dannette Hunnel The first Cottonwood Tennis Club (CTC) tournament of 2025 took place Jan. 26 through Feb. 2. The weeklong tournament was a mix of outstanding performances, hard-fought battles, and a few surprise comebacks, proving that in any competitive sport, anything can happen! Spectators were in awe witnessing long matches and impressive endurance. It was…