Deb McGiboney The ladies of SBR Tennis Association (SBRTA) played every Thursday evening in April and May for a friendly doubles tournament called “Queen of the Court.” Great job to all players! The ladies had a terrific time and enjoyed an evening celebration, hosted by Sue Cook, where they relaxed and enjoyed time with their…
Deb McGiboney In April 2022, the SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association held their skill ratings. Congratulations to the following tennis members who worked extremely hard to achieve their ratings. We are so proud of you! * Mark Drake: 3.5 * John Pieri: 3.5 * Michael Nicholson: 3.0 * Craig Hill: 3.0 * Greg Walker: 3.0 *…
Deb McGiboney We would like to acknowledge two of our very own SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) tennis instructors. Wayne Watkins, our training and development chair, teaches a Fundamental Skills Clinic every Monday morning. If you are not a member and would like to sign up for this complimentary clinic, please email SBRTAPres@gmail.com. Let’s get…
The SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) and Sue Cook and Carol Mihal delivered another successful charity event in February, and the American Cancer Society again came out on top as we raised more than $2,500! The event was a bit of a marathon requiring each mixed doubles team to arrange several matches around people’s busy…
At this year’s Club Expo held in the Sol Ballroom on March 5, the SaddleBrooke Tennis Association (SBRTA) introduced Pop Tennis, and were inundated with interested parties signing up to play this new format. Pop Tennis (formerly known as paddle tennis) is played on a shorter tennis court where there are no doubles lanes. It is played…
Carol Mihal The SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) Events Committee started off 2022 with a pizza-making party on Jan. 24 at Nonna Maria’s Ristorante in Oracle. Thirty-six people (SBRTA members plus spouses) joined together for a really fun evening of pizza and friends! Each couple was given a pizza dough ready for the addition of…
Michael McDonagh The big winner of our Serve for the Cure Tournament was the American Cancer Society, as we raised more than $3,200 for the charity! Sue Cook and her remarkable helpers put on an event second-to-none over three days of competition. The camaraderie between the players was matched only by the many spectators, who came…
Michael McDonagh After a year off due to COVID restrictions, Saddlebrooke Ranch Tennis Association (SBRTA) held its 10th annual event honoring our founding member, Helge Steiness. The Steiness, as we call it, was played over three days: Men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles. As usual, the excellent support from so many spectators added to…
Sue Cook Sept. 30 through Oct. 2, SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association is hosting Serve for the Cure Tennis Tournament. The purpose of Serve for the Cure is to promote early cancer detection and prevention. The players will be wearing pink and playing with pink balls. Stop by the festive courts and cheer on players who…
Michael McDonagh April saw better weather at the resort, and several tennis players worked on improving their game by testing their USTA rating with SaddleBrooke’s professional Chris Madsen. The SaddleBrooke Ranch Tennis Association continues to include, and help improve, all levels of players. They encourage members to enjoy one of the best and most fun sports.