OTA Member Appreciation Day Coming
OTA AGM
Special Rogers Cup Deal for OTA Members
OTA Pro-Am & Dinner
Love Match Event in Scarborough
Rogers Rookie Tour in Barrie
Upcoming Senior Tournaments:-
Bill Anderson Senior Showcase June 4 - 6
Seniors Tune Up June 18-20
Ontario Senior Mixed June 18-20
London Hunt Club RBC Seniors July 9-11
Ontario Senior Provincial Championships July 18-24
Introduction to Officiating
PTR Certification Workshop/Tecumseh T.C. Clinics
Volunteers of the Month
Lezlie Murch Recognized at OTA AGM
In Memorium Klaus Bindhardt
In Memorium John Hunt
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OTA Member Appreciation Day Coming
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 OTA Members’ Appreciation Day is set for Saturday May 29th at the Merchant of Tennis locations at 1621 Bayview Avenue in Toronto as well as the Oakville location (Olde Oakville Market Place, 361 Cornwall Road).
All OTA Members are welcome at either of these locations during store hours to receive your complimentary gift bag (made up of sponsor product, Rogers Cup tickets and more) as well as access to exclusive in-store discounts.
After a very busy April, the Merchant of Tennis has new summer stock which is highlighted byRoger Federer clothing. (limited release within Canada) Pieces include the RF jacket, warm-up jacket, t-shirts & hats! We also have the new Barricade 6.0 in stock…both are now available at either location!
Remember to visit the Merchant of Tennis on Sat. May 29th for OTA Day and please visit www.merchantoftennis.com for more details or to shop on line.
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OTA AGM
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 The Annual General Meeting of the OTA was held on April 17th at the Rexall Centre. More than 100 club Presidents and representatives attended this event.Sponsors were on hand to show their products to the participants in the meeting.
Two significant changes were approved at the meeting. The first was the introduction of a junior membership fee for clubs in 2011. This was deemed appropriate because many of the programs run by the OTA benefit juniors and the fee enables the association to deliver auditable junior participation numbers to support grant applications. The second was the approval of a membership fee increase in 2011. It has been more than 15 years since OTA club membership fees have been increased.
After the formal meeting Gillian Turnbull of Kingston Tennis Club (see photo) and Frank Cooper of Ajax Tenis Club accepted awards on behalf of their clubs to recognize the quality and variety of their club programming.
After lunch, two educational sessions were held. The first was delivered by Emily Heuts and Ian Amondsen of Marsh Canada outlining the changes and improvements in the new OTA Insurance Program. The second session discussed the pros and cons of incorporation for tennis clubs.
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Special Rogers Cup Deal for OTA Members
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Save up to 20% on Rogers Cup presented by National Bank tickets through using the OTA code. With the men in town Aug 7 to 15 this year, you know tickets are going to sell quickly and be in demand, so get yours now. Go to http://tickets.rexallcentre.com/English/Default.aspx now and use Access Code OTA0-11642044 or email groups@tenniscanada.com or call 1-877-2TENNIS x4306 to get your OTA specially discounted tickets.
Suite Deal: OTA members will again be able to arrange a sweet, suite deal for their group.
Monday Aug 9 matinee - $55/person
Tuesday Aug 10 matinee - $75/person
Tuesday Aug 10 evening - $85/person
Wednesday Aug 11 matinee - $85/person
Thursday Aug 12 matinee - $95/person
Prices include all taxes and fees. Catering is optional. Minimum group of 10 people. Includes all the great amenities that come with Executive Suites such as reserved parking, souvenir magazine and the opportunity for 4 of your group to play for one hour on centre court the week following the Rogers Cup.
For the suites offer contact Stephanie Levine at slevine@tenniscanada.com or call her at 416-650-7915. |
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 There's still time to sign up for dinner at the dinner for the OTA’s first Pro-Am Fundraiser to support developing young champions.
The June 12th event will be hosted by Thornhill Country Club and former Davis Cup player and Canadian Tennis Hall of Famer, Dale Power.
By attending the dinner and silent auction, you will directly aid junior tennis development in Ontario, and more specifically, support Under 14 training, coaching, and travel opportunities.
Here are some of the highlights in store for the evening:
1. Free wine tasting, upon arrival during cocktails, 5-7pm, compliments of Beringer Winery from California.
2. Over $20,000 in silent auction donations. You can't bid on these if you're not there, so here is just a sample of some of the fantastic items:
o A rare celebrity golf package at the Thornhill Golf & Country Club, where you and a guest will play a round of golf with Canadian singing icon Anne Murray.
o A six night stay for two at Cleveland’s House, including all meals and a comprehensive tennis package.
o Rogers Cup Men’s Final in Toronto on Sunday, August 15th, 2010 for two in the OTA President's Box.
o Two floor-level tickets to see two-time 2010 Juno award winner Michael Bublé in Ottawa, August 7th with accommodation included, provided by Hilton hotels.
o Autographed photos and racquets from your favourite tennis players (Federer, Nadal, Cilic, Venus Williams and others).
....and many more surprises!
3. An elaborate buffet dinner.
4. Photo opportunity with guest celebrities, including Event Host Gord Martineau from CityTV and Marin Cilic's coach Bob Brett.
Sharon Martineau and Bob Brett (see photo) will be there - we hope you will be too!
Earlier in the day there will also be a junior clinic given by David Lea and Ely Schwartz of the OTA. Other Davis Cup players and local professionals will be on hand to make this a great day for everyone, whether they are signed up for the pro-am/dinner or just on hand for the clinics and to watch the on court entertainment.
For those who want to take advantage of the full experience the cost of the event will be $400 (including dinner) for Pro-Am players or $200 for dinner only. A tax receipt will be issued for an amount determined by the donation portion of the ticket. To reserve your spot in this premier event please call Gulshad Punja at the OTA office at 416-514-1100 and watch this space for more details!
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Love Match Event in Scarborough
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 They say that tennis begins With “Love”… but the idea behind this new program was that love might begin with tennis.
On Saturday, February 20th, the Scarborough Tennis Federation (STF) held their first “Love Match: Tennis Speed Dating for Singles” event, at the Tam Heather Curling & Tennis Club.
The event attracted 32 Singles (16 men, 16 women), who played 15 minute rounds of doubles with various partners.
When the Singles were off court, they had the opportunity to mix and mingle.
“The event was a great success, and I witnessed the exchanging of phone numbers!” said Dianne Weatherby, Vice President, Events, STF.
Due to popular demand, the STF plans to make this an annual event! |
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Rogers Rookie Tour in Barrie
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 Michael Ornett (U10 Runner Up) and Justin Deak (U10 Winner) pose with tournament co-ordinator Johnny Glanville outside Barrie North Winter Tennis after completing the Rogers Rookie Tour in Barrie on May 1-2. The tournament signaled the end of another indoor tennis season in Midhurst.
Local players competed in all categories but came up short against the tough competition of players that came from as far as Ottawa and British Columbia for the event. In the U12 Girls division Briahn Guthrie was the closest local as she came within a game of qualifying for the consolation final.
Other winners and finalists were as follows:-
BU12 Maxim Kasianiuk; Edgar Pacukov
BU14 Arsenyi Sklarov; J.D. Vlanowski
BU16 Stuart MacLeod; Daniel Grinberg
GU12 Lorena Baston; Arijana Rudic |
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Upcoming Senior Tournaments
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Bill Anderson Senior Showcase June 4 - 6
At Greenhills Country Club, London ***
Event : MS O35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 65: WS O35, O45, O55, O65; M & W Doubles O35, 45, 55, 65***
Send Entries to : Anthony Glavanic by 5/30/2010, 6 pm
Entry Method: Phone or Fax
Phone : 519-649-8267
Fax : 519-652-5035
Tournament Banquet Sat. evening included.
Seniors Tune Up June 18-20
Senior PROVINCIALS Tune-up*** at Bayview Golf & Country Club, Toronto:
M & W O35, O40 O45 (Singles & Doubles)
Singles category will have consolations
BBQ for all players included.
Ontario Senior Mixed June 18-20
Get your partner for the Ontario Senior Mixed Doubles Championships to be held the weekend of June 18 to 20,2010 at the Toronto Lawn Tennis Club. There will be events for mixed doubles pairs in Over 30, over 40, over 50, over 60 and over 70 age categories.
London Hunt Club RBC Seniors July 9-11
Men`s and Women`s Singles & Doubles O35, O45, O55, O65***
Send Entries to : Derek Thomas by 7/5/2008, 6 pm
Entry Method: E-mail or Fax
Phone : 519-471-0530
Fax : 519-472-6902
Email : dthomas@londonhuntclub.on.ca
Includes Saturday Evening Barbeque (GST Included).
$6000 in Prizes
Ontario Senior Outdoor Provincial Championships July 18-24
The Ontario Senior Outdoor Provincial Championships will be held July 18 to 24 at the Boulevard Club. www.boulevardclub.com
Men’s Singles: From Over 35 up to over 85
Men’s Doubles: From Over 35 up to Over 75
Women’s Singles: From Over 35 up to over 80
Women’s Doubles: From Over 35 up to over 75
All events will be held at The Boulevard Club. No Consolations.
Entry Deadline: Monday, July 5, 2010
Tournament Party included in entry fee for all competitors on Saturday, July 24.
Tournament contact: Bonnie Carrington sports@boulevardclub.com or 416-532-3341 ext. 112
For more details on all these events check out the adult schedule under Player Development at www.tennisontario.com web site. |
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Introduction to Officiating
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 The OTA will be hosting an Introduction to Officiating Clinic on Saturday, May 22nd and Sunday, May 23rd at the Rexall Centre, on the campus of York University in Toronto. This two-day course will cover all aspects of the rules of tennis and what it’s like to be an official.
If you’re interested in being a part of the game as a linesperson, roving umpire, chair umpire or referee, then this is the place to start your journey. Even if you just want to learn more about the rules to make the game more enjoyable, feel free to sign up. Training materials and on-court roving experience included. To register, please contact Josh Weissman by e-mail: tournaments@tennisontario.com .
Please provide your name, phone # and e-mail address upon registration.
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PTR Certification Workshop /Tecumseh T.C. Clinics
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 THE PTR - PROFESSIONAL TENNIS REGISTRY, MAY 15/16 2010 - will again hold the TORONTO / ONTARIO INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP & CERTIFICATION TESTING - HOSTED AND ORGANIZED BY MIGUEL CYSNEIROS - HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL at Tecumseh Tennis Club in Mississauga, Ontario, Saturday, May 15 • 9am-6pm Sunday, May 16 • 9am-6pm (includes testing). Tecumseh T.C. is located in Woodeden Park (Lorne Park). The training workshop and Certification programs are completed in one weekend .
PTR is the largest International Tennis Teaching Professionals organization, with over 14.000 members in 114 countries all over the world. It's Certified Professionals are recognized world wide. Last year the workshop was attended by 23 Ontario coaches.
Canadian Tennis Coaches who certify with PTR are advised to also pursue Certification with Tennis Canada / TPA National Tennis Coaching Certification Program.
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION - PLEASE CONTACT - PTR International Headquarters -For more information or to register please contact PTR International Headquarters at www.ptrtennis.org
Tel - 800 - 421-6289 • 843-785-7244 • fax 843-686-2033 - www.ptrtennis.org • steve@ptrtennis.org
Or Inaki Balzola - PTR International Director.
LOCAL HOST / CONTACT - Please contact Miguel Cysneiros at 416- 529 5191, or email mcysneiros@cogeco.ca , www.tecumsehtennis.com .
Clinics at Tecumseh Tennis Club
Tecumseh Tennis Club , and Miguel Cysneiros Tennis Academy , held their first 2010 Kids and Parents Tennis Clinic , a free event to promote participation in family, and community healthy sports activity through tennis.
The event had over 50 enthusiastic parents and children from the local community, and was agreat success, as parents and kids learnt hands on how to play and improve step by step on court, enjoying the success in the process, in a cooperative and fun way ! Miguel 's program last year introduced over 90 juniors and 40 adults to the game at Tecumseh T.C.
These CLINICS promote the benefits of the Progressive Tennis method and are also registered with " Tennis Across America ( Canada) " & " Tennis for the Health of It " campaign being promoted by USPTA, of which Miguel is a long time member.
Tecumseh Tennis Club registrations are open for upcoming Spring Clinics starting May 10, Summer Camps starting June 21 and Private Coaching.
These programs offer: Fun programs, Small groups, personal supervision. Best quality instruction by Certified professionals. Custom choices and flexible times.
FOR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION PLEASE CONTACT - MIGUEL CYSNEIROS - Head Tennis Professional -
mcysneiros@cogeco.ca , Tel/ 416- 529-5191, or check the website,www.tecumsehtennis.com for information and forms.
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Volunteers of the Month
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 Lezlie Murch Recognized at OTA AGM
Lezlie Murch was recognized for her contribution to tennis in Ontario with an OTA Regional Award at the recent AGM. Lezlie is pictured here with Michel Lecavalier, OTA President and Wayne Saigeon, Chair, South West Association of Tennis.
In 1997, Lezlie established the Niagara Academy of Tennis - now the Niagara Academy of Sports since Golf and Rowing specialties are available at the Academy. The purpose of the school is to nurture young student athletes, while striving for academic and athletic excellence.
In February Lezlie was presented with the Innovative Small Business award at the Niagara Entrepreneur of the Year event at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel. The award was for the Niagara entrepreneur who demonstrated innovative activity resulting in a successful small business.
The academy voluntarily runs many OTA sanctioned and regional events each year to promote tennis in the Niagara area. Canadian Alumni of the Academy include Frank Dancevic, current # 1 Canadian men's singles player; Zachary White, 2009 U18 National Champion; Monika Dancevic, NCAA Champion player for University of Miami; and Bruno Agostinelli, Davis Cup Player attending Kentucky University.
Congratulations, Lezlie!
In Memorium - Klaus Bindhardt
The Ontario Tennis Association was saddened to hear of the passing of 2004 Distinguished Service Award winner and OTA President from 1973-1976, Klaus Bindhardt, on April 2nd at the age of 84.
Klaus was instrumental in formalizing the regional structure of the OTA. He also promoted the creation of community tennis clubs by encouraging local municipal councils to adopt a club system on public courts – the basis of the Association’s strong tennis communities today.
Klaus spent more than 30 years as a tennis advocate and volunteer. In 1968 he was President of the Toronto Lawn Tennis Club when it hosted the first Canadian Open. He then served as co-chair of the Canadian Open, now the Rogers Cup, from 1969 to 1975. He was also involved in the planning and development of the first National Tennis Centre at York University. In 1996, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame of Canadian Tennis in recognition of his lifelong commitment to the sport.
Klaus Bindhardt’s tennis legacy stands as an inspiration to all tennis volunteers, regardless of the level at which they serve.
In Memorium - John Hunt
It is with great sadness that we announce that on April 3, 2010 John Hunt passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer.
John will be remembered by his family and friends for his passion for tennis and watercolour painting. He was the President of the Leaside Tennis Club 1968-1970 and 2006- 2009. He was also a great support to his wife Sheila in her long time role as a volunteer for the Toronto Ladies Tennis League.
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