For tournament organizers, the day started early. It’s not just a question of reassembling every morning to make the courts shine in every way–it’s a matter of pride that the tournament is presented in the most professional way possible–every day for every player. There are signs to put up, tents to assemble, tables, chairs, sponsor […]
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The courts were jumping today as the NTRP finals wrapped up this morning. The Men’s Open Singles semis were on deck in the a.m. as well as the Men’s Open Doubles quarters and semis. It was a great day to be at the park as Tennis BC and the YMCA’s New Immigrant program joined forces […]
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Conditions were cool this morning as play began at 10:00 a.m. with the NJO finals. First up were the U12 Girls’ and Boys’ Singles. Players warmed up and took to the courts under slightly overcast skies. The park seemed quiet, but as the players became entrenched, the tension was palpable and had a magnetic effect. […]
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It’s simplistic to day it’s been another great day at the Stanley Park Open, but that’s exactly what it’s been. Players, spectators and organizers couldn’t ask for more–blue skies, a buzzing beer garden, great competitive play and enthralled fans–it’s as near perfect as it gets! Play began today with a 9:30 a.m. start for the […]
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Wednesday, Day 13 has been a mix of several different events as the finals for many draws are fast approaching. Today, the NJO was on the courts till 5:00 p.m. with the finals to be played on Friday morning. It’s a great time to check out these amazing young players as they battle to get […]
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As Day 12 comes to an end, tournament organizers are hoping good weather is in the forecast for the rest of the week. Match play began today at 9:00 a.m. with the NJO and continued with main draw and consolation rounds until the evening. These young players are competing for a spot at the Fischer […]
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With rain in the forecast, Tennis BC staff and tournament organizers were hoping for the best! Play started at 8:00 a.m. under heavy, humid skies. The middle Sunday is an important day in the LWSPO tournament calendar as the second round of Men’s Open qualifying got under way. Also on deck, the first round of […]
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Despite persistent drizzle today, ITF Juniors Singles play for Boys and Girls went ahead at the park. The atmosphere was a serious one as players took to the courts with line officials and chair umpire in place. The level of play was great for both Boys’ and Girls’ finals–all four young competitors are BC locals. […]
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After an amazing stretch of weather, the inevitable happened: rain! If you live in the Lower Mainland, you know only too well that summer rain is a fact of life. The day started well with 13 U10 Boys’ matches played, involving 26 competitors, before the weather turned. Unfortunately, the U10 Girls were rained out. The […]
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As the second weekend of the 17-day LWSPO approaches, semi-finals and finals are fast approaching for the first NTRP group and ITF Juniors events. Make some time to come down to the park this weekend to take in some tenacious tennis action. NTRP play continues this weekend with group two of the draw–there were over […]
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Day 6 was a busy day for the U10s with the first day of singles play for boys and girls! There were 36 matches played in the morning with 32 competitors on deck for the green-dot ball round robin. Also taking place in the early hours was the ITF Juniors Singles round of 16. There […]
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Another sunny day at the LWSPO featured more junior action as the main draw of the 3.5 Star Junior competition got play rolling. The competitors were evenly matched in many cases and they produced some exciting tennis for the spectators to enjoy. These kids rock! Later in the day, the NTRP took to the courts […]
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