Padel Closed Tournament Ladies
4 October
This year we are operating the closed tournaments over two weekends.
Starting with the ladies “...
“Joining the club has been the best decision I’ve made since moving to Rye, the people are genuinely so lovely, kind and welcoming.”
Charlotte Draper, New Member
For the first time, Rye Lawn Tennis Club now has two mixed teams competing in the Wealden League – an exciting milestone for our club! Our First Team, promoted to Division 1 at the end of last season, has had an incredible start. After completing all five home fixtures over the summer, they currently sit at the top of the Division […]
Another beautiful sunny Rye Sunday saw 32 keen padel players enter into the Mexicano spirit for a morning of great fun and good padel. It was really nice to see a mixture of familiar faces and new members and it is a perfect way to get to get to know your fellow players. Both groups […]
Set 1 – Settling In After 21 years at my previous club, the move to Rye Lawn was always going to be a big match. Early challenges included: gale-force winds, learning everyone’s names and surviving 2,356 emails from Andrew Hitchens. (Score: Wind 1 – Coach 0.) Set 2 – On Court Action Once the rain […]
We’re excited to announce that the new Hotshotz Tennis & Padel Coaching Programme is now live at Rye Lawn Tennis Club. This term we have a fantastic line-up of group sessions for both juniors and adults – whether you’re looking to start your tennis or padel journey, improve your technique, or sharpen up your match […]
Rye LTC padel members were recently treated to a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the UK’s most experienced coaches, Toby Bawden. With more than eight years in the UK padel scene, time spent ranked in the UK Top 20, and a wealth of coaching expertise, Toby brought a wealth of knowledge to the club. Over […]
After a two-year break, it was fantastic to see so many juniors back on court at RLTC for our Closed Junior Tournament. Despite some dramatic weather forcing play onto the clay courts, our players adapted brilliantly – turning our mini Wimbledon into a mini Roland Garros. The standard of tennis was high throughout, with tightly […]
With competitive spirit and good humour in equal measure, players battled through their group stages before the semi-finals and finals decided this year’s champions. Organised by Amy Maynard, the semi-finals saw Rupert Parkes and Claire Myatt face Zara Williams-Thomas and Bart Savage, while Petra and Gerard Denning took on Kwanruan Button and Sebastian Ambrozie. In the final, Petra and Gerard Denning claimed victory, […]
Over three days of non-stop tennis, Rye’s junior players showcased their skill, determination, and sportsmanship in front of an enthusiastic crowd of families and friends. Organised by Amanda Hoffman and her dedicated team of helpers, the courts were alive with action from start to finish. The boys’ singles final saw local RLTC member Ollie Bearcroft take on Joe […]
Organised by Bob Thomson, this year’s tournament saw 26 entrants, along with many families and friends who came to support and enjoy some superb tennis in the sunshine. A huge thanks goes to Adam Stunt and Freddie Menzies for preparing the 8 grass courts that were a pleasure to play on, with the grounds looking […]
