Author Archives: Nigel Shaw

Annual General Meeting

Club members are cordially invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of KBS Tennis Club to be held at 8.00pm on Wednesday, 2 February 2011, in the Village Hall “Swallow Room”. (Entrance via side door nearest courts.) AGENDA Minutes of AGM … Continue reading

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Cold Snap

Unfortunately, the club did not escape the extreme cold spell recently and our pipework sprang multiple leaks which took our valiant plumber, Dominic Rowland, some four hours to repair.  Many thanks to him for responding so quickly and getting the … Continue reading

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Gordon Treherne

I am sad to report the sudden death in early January of Gordon Treherne, well known by many villagers and who played such a key role in founding the club back in 1989, notably by securing an LTA loan to … Continue reading

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Last indoor tennis before Christmas

Our last session before Christmas will be on Friday, 26 November from 8-10pm as usual. Please let Pete Osman know if you plan to come (07762-771577 or peterosman@hotmail.com

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Ladies C Team win

It is always a pleasure to report good news about our teams and, after a long and patient wait, our C team ladies notched up their first win on 30 October, beating Woodstock by 5-3.  Congratulations to the winning team … Continue reading

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Ruth Hastings

On behalf of all club members, I should like to say a big thank-you to Ruth Hastings who has kept our clubhouse clean and tidy for many years but who has now stepped down and handed over to Dawn Cox, … Continue reading

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Racket restringing

A reminder to all members that Andy also now offers a full racket restringing service, full details and prices of which are posted in the clubhouse.

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Court usage

In response to concerns from some members about the shortage of court space for general play, especially at weekends and during the summer months, the committee has decided not to run the KBS Junior Open in future and to “free … Continue reading

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Your Tennis Club Needs You!

There are times in the life of all clubs and societies when those in charge decide to step down and make way for new blood and ideas. As most members will now know, your present chairman and writer of these … Continue reading

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Wimbledon Tickets 2011- Public Ballot

Application forms may be obtained up till 15 December 2010 by sending a self-addressed, stamped DL size envelope (220mmx110mm) to: AELTC, P.O.BOX 98 LONDON SW19 5AE Only one application per household; apply only for yourself.

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